Green Ridge, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Green Ridge
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 Green Ridge
Location in West Virginia
Green Ridge
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Morgan |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Green Ridge is a place in Morgan County, West Virginia. It used to be a busy spot for trains. Today, no one lives there. It's known for being where two old train lines crossed paths.
Green Ridge is located on the old Baltimore and Ohio Railroad (B&O) main line. This is also where the Western Maryland Railroad crosses the Potomac River. The river crossing happens near the Stickpile Tunnel in Maryland.
History of Green Ridge
Green Ridge was first called Baird. It was an active train station on the B&O line. Trains would stop there for passengers and cargo. Over time, the area became less active.
Green Ridge Today
Even though no one lives in Green Ridge now, it's still an interesting place. It is part of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. This park protects the historic C&O Canal and surrounding areas.
A part of the Western Maryland Railroad's old path is special. This path, called a "right-of-way," goes from Green Ridge to Jerome. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's an important historical site. You can learn more about it at Western Maryland Railroad Right-of-Way, Milepost 126 to Milepost 160.
How to Visit Green Ridge
You can get to Green Ridge by car. One way is using Baird Lane (West Virginia Secondary Route 12/3). This road connects from Hansrote Road (West Virginia Secondary Route 12/2) in Hansrote.
Another way to reach Green Ridge is through the Nixon Tracts development. These are residential roads on Magnolia Ridge. They lead from Magnolia to the south.
Even though it's uninhabited, Green Ridge is popular. Many "railfans" visit the area. Railfans are people who love trains and enjoy watching them or exploring old train sites.
