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Nuriva, West Virginia
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 Nuriva
Location in West Virginia
Nuriva
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Wyoming |
| Elevation | 1,489 ft (454 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1555247 |
Nuriva is a small place in Wyoming County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or town council, unlike a city or town.
Nuriva was also known by other names in the past, such as Trace Fork and Tracoal. The post office that used to serve the community is now closed.
Where Does the Name Come From?
The name "Nuriva" is thought to have come from an old Native American language. However, the exact language and meaning are not known.
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