Independence, Clay County, West Virginia facts for kids
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Independence, West Virginia
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 Independence, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Independence, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Clay |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1540660 |
Independence is a small place in Clay County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement without its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Where is Independence?
Independence is found on a place called Independence Mountain. It is located in the beautiful state of West Virginia. You can find it along West Virginia Route 16. This road helps connect Independence to other areas.
Understanding Unincorporated Communities
An unincorporated community like Independence does not have its own city council or mayor. The services for the community are usually provided by the county government. This can include things like roads and public safety. Many small towns across the United States are unincorporated.
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