Moore, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Moore
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 Moore
Location in West Virginia
Moore
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Tucker |
| Elevation | 1,811 ft (552 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1552176 |
Moore is a small place located in Tucker County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses that are not part of an official city or town. These areas are usually smaller and less populated. They don't have their own mayor or city council.
How Unincorporated Communities are Governed
Instead of having their own local government, unincorporated communities like Moore are governed by the larger county. This means that services like police, fire, and road maintenance are provided by Tucker County. Decisions about the area are made at the county level.
Life in Moore
Moore is located at an elevation of 1,811 feet (552 meters) above sea level. It is in the Eastern Time Zone. The community's exact population isn't recorded separately. This is common for unincorporated areas. People living in Moore are part of the wider Tucker County community.
