Wayne County, Administrative county in southwestern West Virginia, US
Wayne County extends across 506 square miles of land featuring river valleys, rolling hills, and forests in the Appalachian mountain region.
The Virginia General Assembly established Wayne County on January 18, 1842, naming it after General Anthony Wayne, a military commander from the American Revolution.
The population of Wayne County maintains agricultural traditions through family farms, while newer generations work in manufacturing and service industries.
The county courthouse in the town of Wayne handles administrative tasks including property records, marriage licenses, and vehicle registrations for 39,944 residents.
Three major waterways define the county borders: the Ohio River, the Big Sandy River, and Twelvepole Creek, creating natural boundaries with Kentucky.
Location: West Virginia
Inception: January 18, 1842
Capital city: Wayne
Shares border with: Lawrence County, Cabell County, Lincoln County, Mingo County, Martin County, Boyd County
Website: https://waynecountywv.org
GPS coordinates: 38.15000,-82.43000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:21
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