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Mount Nebo, West Virginia
Mount Nebo, Preston County, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Mount Nebo, Preston County, West Virginia
Mount Nebo, Preston County, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Mount Nebo, Preston County, West Virginia is located in the United States
Mount Nebo, Preston County, West Virginia
Mount Nebo, Preston County, West Virginia
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Preston
Elevation
1,696 ft (517 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s) 304 & 681
GNIS feature ID 1558611

Mount Nebo is a small place in Preston County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.

Mount Nebo is located about 13 miles (21 kilometers) east of a larger city called Morgantown. It sits in the beautiful state of West Virginia, known for its mountains and forests.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community like Mount Nebo doesn't have its own mayor or town council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county it's in. For Mount Nebo, that's Preston County.

How Does an Unincorporated Community Work?

  • Services: Things like roads, schools, and police services are handled by the county government.
  • Rules: Laws and rules for the area come from the county or state, not a local town hall.
  • Identity: Even without a formal government, these communities often have their own unique names and a strong sense of local identity.
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