Macdale, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Macdale
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 Macdale
Location in West Virginia
Macdale
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  West Virginia |
| County |  Monongalia |
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1555020 |
Macdale is a small place in Monongalia County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a neighborhood without its own local government.
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What is Macdale?
Macdale is a community located in Monongalia County. This county is in the state of West Virginia. West Virginia is one of the states in the United States.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it does not have its own separate city or town government. Instead, it is usually governed by the county it is in. For Macdale, that means Monongalia County helps manage things like roads and services.
Where is Macdale Located?
Macdale is found in the eastern part of the United States. It is in the state of West Virginia. The area is known for its beautiful mountains and forests.
Macdale's Elevation
Macdale sits at an elevation of about 997 feet. This means it is almost 1,000 feet above sea level. Imagine standing on a tall hill!
Finding Macdale on a Map
You can find Macdale on a map using its special coordinates. These are like a unique address for any spot on Earth. Macdale's coordinates are 39 degrees, 43 minutes, 9 seconds North (latitude) and 80 degrees, 13 minutes, 59 seconds West (longitude).
