Hogsett, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hogsett, West Virginia
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 Hogsett, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Hogsett, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mason |
| Elevation | 558 ft (170 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1551470 |
Hogsett is a small community in West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that are part of a larger county, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town would.
Where is Hogsett Located?
Hogsett is found on the eastern bank of the Ohio River. This big river forms a natural border for West Virginia. The community is located in Mason County, which is in the state of West Virginia.
It sits along West Virginia Route 2, a main road in the area. Hogsett is about 10.7 miles (17.2 km) south-southwest of Point Pleasant. It is also located at the mouth of Flatfoot Creek, where the creek flows into the Ohio River.
A Bit of History
Like many small communities, Hogsett once had its own post office. A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail. However, the post office in Hogsett is now closed. This often happens in small communities as populations change or services become more centralized.
