Upshur County, County seat in central West Virginia, United States
Upshur County spans 355 square miles of land in West Virginia, with Buckhannon serving as the administrative center for 23,816 residents.
The county formed on March 26, 1851, from parts of Randolph, Barbour, and Lewis counties, named after Abel Parker Upshur, Secretary of State under President Tyler.
West Virginia Wesleyan College in Buckhannon contributes to educational development through its liberal arts programs and community engagement initiatives.
The county provides online services for property assessments, emergency notifications, and public transportation access through its official administrative channels.
Upshur County falls within the United States National Radio Quiet Zone, requiring special regulations for electronic devices and radio transmissions.
Location: West Virginia
Inception: March 26, 1851
Capital city: Buckhannon
Shares border with: Harrison County, Barbour County, Randolph County, Webster County, Lewis County
Website: http://upshurcounty.org
GPS coordinates: 38.90000,-80.23000
Latest update: March 7, 2025 13:11
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