McDowell County, West Virginia - Wikipedia
WEBMcDowell County is a county in the U.S. state of West Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 19,111. Its county seat is Welch. McDowell County is the southernmost county in the state. It was created in 1858 by the Virginia General Assembly and named for Virginia Governor James McDowell.
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WEBMcDowell County, located in southern West Virginia, is a beautiful and historical county full of Appalachian culture and hospitality. The majority of our charming county is forested and encompasses several state parks, scenic vistas, wildlife, trails, ATV entertainment, and historical towns.
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WEBNamed after Governor James McDowell in 1858, McDowell County is located deep in the heart of coal country. The largest coal producing county in the world for many years, it fueled the steel industry and was responsible for the making of …
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WEBMcDowell County, the southernmost county in West Virginia, was created on February 28, 1858, from part of Tazewell County, Virginia. The new county was named after James McDowell, a governor of Virginia (1843–45). It consists of 535 square miles of rugged mountain land, on the headwaters of the Tug Fork.
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WEBOur History. McDowell County was named after Governor James McDowell in 1858. The county is located in the most southern part of the West Virginia coalfields. McDowell was best known in its golden years as the coal power source for our nation. It fueled the steel industry and was responsible for making weapons and ships that won WWII.
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WEB1 day ago · Welch, West Virginia. Combining adventure, history and small town charm, McDowell County is an ideal destination for your next vacation. Take to the Hatfield-McCoy Trails by day and rest easy in a cozy cabin, cottage or campsite by night.
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WEBNov 15, 2022 · The McDowell County Convention and Visitors Bureau exists to establish McDowell County as a new and exciting destination for tourists. Our goal is to promote the area, local businesses, events and activities to develop the region as a new place for adventurers to explore. ATV Trails. Hunting. Lodging. Hiking. …
McDowell County, West Virginia - West Virginia Explorer
WEBMcDowell County, the southernmost county in West Virginia (WV), was created in 1858 and named in honor of James McDowell, the governor of Virginia from 1824 until 1844. Its county seat is at Welch.
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WEBMcDowell County, West Virginia. A case of Appalachian Community Development: Alluring and Extraordinary.
McDowell County, West Virginia - Census Bureau Profile
WEBMcDowell County, West Virginia has 533.5 square miles of land area and is the 13th largest county in. West Virginia. by total area. McDowell County, West Virginia is bordered by. Mercer County, West Virginia. , Mingo County, West Virginia. , Tazewell County, Virginia. , Buchanan County, Virginia. , and. Wyoming County, West Virginia. .
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