Mount Zion, West Virginia facts for kids
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Mount Zion, West Virginia
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 Mount Zion, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Mount Zion, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Calhoun |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
26151
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Mount Zion is a small community located in Calhoun County, West Virginia. It is an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and buildings that are part of the larger county, rather than having its own separate town government.
Mount Zion is found along West Virginia Route 16. It is just south of Grantsville, which is the main town and the county seat for Calhoun County. The community sits at an elevation of about 1,132 feet (345 meters) above sea level. The ZIP code for Mount Zion is 26151.
Discover Mount Zion
This community is home to several important places for Calhoun County residents.
Key Buildings in Mount Zion
One important building in Mount Zion is the state road garage. This is where vehicles and equipment used for maintaining local roads are stored. It helps keep the roads safe and clear for everyone.
Mount Zion is also where you will find Calhoun Middle/High School. This school serves students from the area, providing education for middle and high school ages.
Another interesting spot was the Mt. Zion Drive In Theater & Restaurant. This theater was built in 1950. It used to be a place where people could watch movies from their cars. While it was once one of only a few drive-in theaters left in the nation, it is now closed.
