Thompson Valley, Virginia facts for kids
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Thompson Valley, Virginia
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 Thompson Valley, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Thompson Valley, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Tazewell |
| Elevation | 2,753 ft (839 m) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 276 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1487886 |
Thompson Valley is a small, quiet place located in Tazewell County, Virginia. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town with a mayor and city council. Instead, it's part of the larger county area.
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Discover Thompson Valley's History
Thompson Valley got its name from the first people who settled there a long time ago.
Who First Settled Thompson Valley?
The community was first settled in the early 1800s by two men named William and Archibald Thompson. They were pioneers who helped start the community in this beautiful valley.
Where is Thompson Valley Located?
Thompson Valley is nestled in the southwestern part of Virginia, within Tazewell County. It's in a region known for its mountains and natural beauty. The area is part of the Appalachian Mountains, which means it has lots of hills and forests.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Thompson Valley is a place where people live close together, but it's not officially a town or city. It doesn't have its own separate government. Instead, the county government, which is Tazewell County in this case, takes care of services like roads, schools, and police for everyone living there.
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A view of Thompson Valley, Virginia.
