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Hughart, West Virginia
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 Hughart, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Hughart, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Greenbrier |
| Elevation | 2,060 ft (630 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1554755 |
Hughart is a small place in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially part of a city or town. It doesn't have its own local government like a mayor or city council.
Hughart is located about 9 miles (14.5 kilometers) northwest of a larger town called Lewisburg. It sits at an elevation of about 2,060 feet (628 meters) above sea level.
Where Did the Name Hughart Come From?
The community of Hughart got its name from a nearby stream. This stream is called Hughart Creek. It's common for places to be named after local landmarks like rivers, mountains, or creeks.
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