Stewart, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location in West Virginia
Stewart
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Wood |
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1555711 |
Stewart is a small place in Wood County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially part of a city or town. It doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or city council. Instead, it's usually managed by the larger county government.
About Stewart
Stewart is located in the state of West Virginia. This state is in the eastern part of the United States. Wood County is one of the many counties that make up West Virginia.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together, but it's not set up as its own official town or city. Think of it like a neighborhood that's part of a bigger county. The county government provides services like roads, police, and fire protection for these areas. People in unincorporated communities still follow the laws of their county and state.
Location Details
Stewart is found at specific geographic coordinates: 39 degrees, 14 minutes, 33 seconds North latitude and 81 degrees, 30 minutes, 57 seconds West longitude. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map. The elevation of Stewart is about 617 feet above sea level.
