Graux, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Graux
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 Graux
Location in West Virginia
Graux
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Roane |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1740893 |
Graux is a small, quiet place in Roane County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes and people living together, but it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of the larger Roane County.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Graux is a place where people live, but it is not officially a city or town. It does not have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government helps manage things like roads, schools, and other services for the people living there.
Where is Graux Located?
Graux is found in the beautiful state of West Virginia. This state is in the eastern part of the United States. Specifically, Graux is located within Roane County. You can find it on a map using its special coordinates: 38 degrees 45 minutes 17 seconds North and 81 degrees 17 minutes 16 seconds West.
Interesting Facts About Graux
- Graux is quite high up! Its elevation is about 837 feet (which is about 255 meters) above sea level.
- People in Graux follow the Eastern Time Zone. This means their clocks are usually 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). During daylight saving time, they move their clocks forward one hour.
