West Pittsburg, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Main Street in downtown West Pittsburg
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| Country | United States |
| Commonwealth | Pennsylvania |
| County | Lawrence |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.7 sq mi (2 km2) |
| Population (2010) | |
| • Total | 808 |
| • Density | 1,177.9/sq mi (454.8/km2) |
| Time zone | EST (UTC-5) |
| • Summer (DST) | EDT (UTC-4) |
West Pittsburg is a census-designated place in southern Taylor Township, Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is located along the banks of the Beaver River just 5 miles (8 km) south of New Castle. Its main street is the north-south Pennsylvania Route 168, which crosses the river at the southern end of the community. As the name implies, it is west of Pittsburgh, although it is actually more north-northwest of the city, which is approximately 47 miles (76 km) away.
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West Pittsburg Station
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