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Wirt County Map, West Virginia

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Wirt County, West Virginia

Wirt Location Map West Virginia

Wirt County is one of the smallest counties in West Virginia, both in size and population. It’s tucked away in the northwestern part of the state, with Elizabeth as its county seat.

The Little Kanawha River flows through the area. Agriculture and timber have historically shaped the local economy. U.S. Route 14 and State Route 5 cross through the county.

Wirt County is known for its quiet, rural character and strong sense of community. Even though it’s small in size, it’s a peaceful spot where nature and simplicity take the lead.

CategoryDetails
County NameWirt County
County SeatElizabeth
PopulationApproximately 5,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesElizabeth, Palestine, Creston, Munday
Interstates and HighwaysWV-14, WV-5, WV-53
FIPS Code54-105
Total Area (Land and Water)235 sq mi (Land: 233 sq mi; Water: 2 sq mi)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Wood County (Northwest), Ritchie County (Northeast), Calhoun County (Southeast), Roane County (South), Jackson County (Southwest)
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.0418° N, 81.3938° W
EtymologyNamed after William Wirt
Major LandmarksHughes River, North Bend Rail Trail, Wirt County Courthouse
WebsiteWirt County Website

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