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Morocco, West Virginia
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 Morocco, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Morocco, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Clay |
| Elevation | 728 ft (222 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Morocco was a small, unincorporated community located in Clay County, West Virginia, in the United States. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it's usually managed by the county. Morocco no longer has its own post office.
Where is Morocco, West Virginia?
Morocco was situated in Clay County, West Virginia. This county is part of the larger Charleston, West Virginia metropolitan area. The community was found at an elevation of 728 feet above sea level. Its geographic coordinates are 38 degrees 25 minutes 52 seconds North latitude and 81 degrees 5 minutes 39 seconds West longitude.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community, like Morocco once was, is a settlement that is not part of an official city or town. This means it doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Services like roads and law enforcement are typically handled by the county government. Many small communities across the United States are unincorporated.
