Lucretia, West Virginia facts for kids
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Lucretia
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 Lucretia
Location in West Virginia
Lucretia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Taylor |
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1542609 |
Lucretia is a small place located in Taylor County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own separate local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it is governed by the larger county it is a part of.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Lucretia is a group of homes or businesses that are not officially part of any city or town. They are usually smaller than cities and don't have their own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government handles services like roads, police, and fire protection for these areas.
Where is Lucretia Located?
Lucretia is found in the eastern part of the United States, within the state of West Virginia. It sits in Taylor County, which is in the north-central part of the state.
The community is located at an elevation of about 1,204 feet (which is about 367 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite a bit higher than the ocean! You can find its exact spot on a map using its special coordinates: 39 degrees, 19 minutes, 46 seconds North, and 80 degrees, 0 minutes, 4 seconds West.
