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Sherrard, West Virginia
Sherrard, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Sherrard, West Virginia
Sherrard, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Sherrard, West Virginia is located in the United States
Sherrard, West Virginia
Sherrard, West Virginia
Location in the United States
Country  United States
State  West Virginia
County Marshall
Elevation
396 m (1,299 ft)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s) 304 & 681
GNIS feature ID 1546678

Sherrard is a small place in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that is not officially a city or town. It does not have its own local government.

Where is Sherrard Located?

Sherrard is found in the state of West Virginia. It is located in the northern part of Marshall County. The community sits along West Virginia Route 88. This road helps people travel to and from Sherrard.

How Far is Sherrard from Other Places?

Sherrard is about 3 miles (or 4.8 kilometers) east of a town called McMechen. Knowing its location helps us understand where it is on a map.

Who Was Sherrard Named After?

The community of Sherrard was named after a person named Sherrard Clemens. He was an important person in history.

What Did Sherrard Clemens Do?

Sherrard Clemens was a politician and a lawyer. A politician is someone who works in government. They help make rules and decisions for a community or state. A lawyer is someone who helps people with legal problems. They know a lot about laws and how they work.

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