Hominy Falls, West Virginia facts for kids
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Hominy Falls, West Virginia
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 Hominy Falls, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Hominy Falls, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Nicholas |
| Elevation | 2,346 ft (715 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1551482 |
Hominy Falls is a small place in Nicholas County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
About Hominy Falls
Hominy Falls is a quiet community located in the beautiful state of West Virginia. It's a place where people live, but it doesn't have a mayor or a town council like a city would. Instead, it's part of the larger Nicholas County.
Where is Hominy Falls?
This community is found in the central part of West Virginia. It is about 6 miles (or 9.7 kilometers) north of another community called Quinwood. The area is known for its natural beauty and peaceful surroundings.
How Hominy Falls Got Its Name
The name "Hominy Falls" comes from a nearby natural feature. There's a creek in the area called Hominy Creek. This creek has some waterfalls, and that's how the community got its unique name.
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Hominy Falls
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Hominy Falls after a spring snow
