Parchment Valley, West Virginia facts for kids
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Parchment Valley, West Virginia
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 Parchment Valley, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Parchment Valley, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Jackson |
| Elevation | 614 ft (187 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1555303 |
Parchment Valley is a small, quiet place in Jackson County, West Virginia, United States. It's 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. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Location and History
Parchment Valley is found where two county roads, Route 15 and Route 30, meet. It's about 3.5 miles (or 5.6 kilometers) south-southwest of a larger town called Ripley.
What's in a Name?
The name "Parchment Valley" probably comes from a nearby stream called Parchment Creek. Many places get their names from natural features like rivers, mountains, or valleys.
Past Services
Long ago, Parchment Valley had its own post office. This was a place where people could send and receive mail. However, that post office is now closed.
