Monongalia County, County administrative division in Morgantown, West Virginia, United States
Description
Monongalia County is an administrative division in northern West Virginia centered on Morgantown as its principal city. The territory spans mountainous terrain and valleys, encompassing several smaller towns and rural communities throughout the region.
History
The county was established on October 7, 1776, originally within Virginia before becoming part of West Virginia following the state's separation in 1863. This boundary change shaped the present-day administrative structure and regional identity.
Culture
West Virginia University, established in 1867, transformed the county into an educational center and influences local development through research and academic programs.
Practical
County offices provide services for property tax inquiries, parcel searches, and access to real estate records through the Assessor's website. Visitors can obtain local information at these offices located in Morgantown or through online resources.
Did you know?
The county maintains three distinct administrative districts - Central, Eastern, and Western - following a 1970s reorganization of seven historical magisterial areas.
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Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium
8.5 km
Cheat Lake
19.3 km
Fairmont Senior High School
19.2 km
Prickett's Fort State Park
13.4 km
Woodburn Circle
7.8 km
Mountainlair
8.3 km
Mason and Dixon Survey Terminal Point
11.7 km
Mont Chateau State Park
17.6 km
High Gate
19.4 km
Henry Clay Furnace
19.9 km
Earl L. Core Arboretum
6.5 kmDorsey Knob
8.6 kmOld Stone House
8 km
Opekiska Lock and Dam
7.4 km
Barrackville Covered Bridge
17.1 km
Boreman Hall
8.3 km
Downtown Morgantown Historic District
8 km
Monongalia County Courthouse
8 km
Oglebay Hall
8.2 km
Stewart Hall
8.2 km
Elizabeth Moore Hall
8.1 km
Morgantown Lock and Dam
7.2 km
Elkins Coal and Coke Company Historic District
22.7 km
Walters House
8.3 km
Alexander Wade House
7.9 km
Dunbar School
18 km
Dents Run Covered Bridge
1.1 km
Monongalia Arts Center
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