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Maken, West Virginia
Maken, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Maken, West Virginia
Maken, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Maken, West Virginia is located in the United States
Maken, West Virginia
Maken, West Virginia
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Harrison
Elevation
1,020 ft (310 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s) 304 & 681
GNIS feature ID 1555029

Maken is a small, quiet place located in Harrison County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is not an official city or town with its own local government. Instead, it is managed as part of the larger county.

Maken is situated at an important meeting point. It is where U.S. Route 50 and County Route 31 come together. This location is about 7.5 miles (12.1 km) west of a larger city called Clarksburg.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live that does not have its own separate government. It is different from a city or a town. In a city, there is usually a mayor and a city council. These leaders make local rules and provide services like trash collection or police.

How Unincorporated Communities Work

In an unincorporated community like Maken, the county government handles most services. This means that Harrison County is responsible for things like roads, public safety, and other important services for the people living in Maken.

Geography of Maken

Maken is found in the beautiful state of West Virginia. This state is known for its mountains and forests. The community's exact location is important for travel.

Key Roads and Location

Maken is located where two roads meet. One is U.S. Route 50, which is a major highway that crosses several states. The other is County Route 31. This crossroads makes Maken a recognizable spot for travelers passing through the area. It sits at an elevation of 1020 feet (about 311 meters) above sea level.

Nearby Cities

The closest larger city to Maken is Clarksburg. Clarksburg is a more developed area with more services and businesses. Maken's location west of Clarksburg means residents can easily travel there for shopping or other needs.

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