Slate, West Virginia facts for kids
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Location in West Virginia
Slate
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Wood |
| Elevation | 630 ft (190 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1546905 |
Slate is a small place in Wood County, West Virginia, West Virginia, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government. This means it's not officially a city or a town. Instead, it's usually governed by the larger county it's in.
How Unincorporated Communities Work
- No Local Mayor: Unlike a city, an unincorporated community doesn't have its own mayor or city council.
- County Rules: The county government handles things like roads, police, and other services for these areas.
- Smaller Places: These communities are often smaller and might not have a lot of people living there.
- Common in Rural Areas: You'll often find unincorporated communities in more rural or countryside parts of a state.
Where is Slate Located?
Slate is found in Wood County, West Virginia. Wood County is in the western part of West Virginia.
About West Virginia
West Virginia is a state in the United States. It's famous for its beautiful mountains and forests. It's often called the "Mountain State."
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