Oak, West Virginia facts for kids

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Unincorporated community
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Country	United States
State	West Virginia
County	Wood
Elevation	640 ft (200 m)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS ID	1560459

Oak was a small, unincorporated community located in Wood County, West Virginia, in the United States. It was a place where people lived, but it didn't have its own local government like a city or town.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live that is not officially part of a city or town. This means it doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county it's in.

• People living in unincorporated areas still get services like roads and police.
• These services are provided by the larger county government.
• Oak was one such community in West Virginia.

Where Was Oak Located?

Oak was found in Wood County, West Virginia. This county is in the western part of the state. West Virginia is known for its beautiful mountains and forests.

• The community was situated at an elevation of about 640 feet (195 meters) above sea level.
• Its exact location can be found using coordinates: 39 degrees, 7 minutes, 55 seconds North latitude and 81 degrees, 41 minutes, 47 seconds West longitude.
• This area is part of the Eastern Time Zone.

About Wood County, West Virginia

Wood County is home to several communities, including the city of Parkersburg. It's a place with a mix of natural beauty and local history.

• The county was created in 1798.
• It was named after James Wood, a former governor of Virginia.
• Even though Oak was a small community, it was part of the larger story of Wood County.