Wood County Map, West Virginia

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Wood County, West Virginia

Wood County is in the northwestern part of West Virginia, bordering Ohio. Wood County blends history, industry, and nature. Parkersburg, the county seat, grew during the oil and gas boom.
Blennerhassett Island has a whole lot of history and river views. Industry remains strong, but the arts bring people together. The Ohio and Little Kanawha Rivers add beauty and recreation to the county.
Education thrives at West Virginia University at Parkersburg (WVU). Interstate 77 keeps the county connected. Wood County balances progress and tradition. It’s a place with something for everyone.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Wood County |
County Seat | Parkersburg |
Population | Approximately 84,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Parkersburg, Vienna, Williamstown, Mineral Wells, Lubeck |
Interstates and Highways | I-77, US-50, WV-2, WV-14 |
FIPS Code | 54-107 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 377 sq mi (Land: 367 sq mi; Water: 10 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Washington County, Ohio (North), Pleasants County (Northeast), Ritchie County (East), Wirt County (Southeast), Jackson County (South), Meigs County, Ohio (Southwest), Athens County, Ohio (West) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
State | West Virginia |
Coordinates | 39.2251° N, 81.5429° W |
Etymology | Named after James Wood, a Governor of Virginia |
Major Landmarks | Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, Fort Boreman Park, Oil & Gas Museum |
Website | Wood County Website |
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