West Point, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
West Point, Pennsylvania
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 West Point, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
West Point, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Montgomery |
| Township | Upper Gwynedd |
| Elevation | 328 ft (100 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
19486
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| Area code(s) | 215, 267 and 445 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1191096 |
West Point is a small community in Pennsylvania, United States. It is not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it is part of Upper Gwynedd Township in Montgomery County.
About West Point
West Point is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a place where people live, but it does not have its own local government. It is managed by the larger township it is located within.
Where is West Point?
West Point is located in the southeastern part of Pennsylvania. It is part of the North Penn Valley region. This area is centered around the nearby borough of Lansdale.
Natural Features
A small stream called Zacharias Creek starts in West Point. This creek flows west from West Point. It eventually joins the Skippack Creek. The Skippack Creek then flows into the Perkiomen Creek.
Important Places
One of the most well-known places in West Point is a large facility belonging to Merck & Co.. Merck & Co. is a big company that makes medicines and vaccines.
Postal Information
The Merck facility in West Point uses two different ZIP codes. These codes are 19446 and 19454. They are linked to the nearby post offices of Lansdale and North Wales.
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Gwynedd Square | Penbrook Station, Lansdale | North Wales, Lansdale | |
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North Wales, Gwynedd Heights | ||
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| Worcester Township | Bethel Hill, Belfry | Gwynedd Valley |
