Ohio County, Administrative division in Ohio, United States.
Description
Ohio County is an administrative division in northern West Virginia, bordering both Pennsylvania and Ohio state. The county encompasses several municipalities and rural areas with a mix of urban and agricultural development.
History
Ohio County was established in 1798 as one of the original districts of the region. It later developed into an important center for industry and commerce along the Ohio River.
Culture
The county maintains elected positions including commissioners, sheriff, prosecutor, coroner, engineer, recorder, auditor, treasurer, and clerk of courts.
Practical
The county is located at a geographically advantageous position with easy access from several states. Visitors can travel through local roads and find access to basic services and amenities throughout the area.
Did you know?
Wheeling, the largest city in the county, was historically a crucial point on the westward route and a center for steel production. The city has preserved many of its Victorian buildings and industrial landmarks that shape its character today.
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Wheeling Suspension Bridge
9.7 km
Wheeling Island
10.2 km
Capitol Theatre
9.5 km
Wheeling Island Stadium
10.2 km
Fort Henry Bridge
9.7 km
West Virginia Independence Hall
9.5 km
Interstate 470 Bridge
11 km
Cathedral of Saint Joseph
9.3 km
Mount de Chantal Visitation Academy
7.1 km
Bridgeport Bridge
10.6 km
Aetnaville Bridge
10.2 km
Pike Island Locks and Dam
9 km
L. S. Good House
9.1 km
Hodgen's Cemetery Mound
10.4 km
Elm Grove Stone Arch Bridge
7.1 km
Johnson Camden McKinley House
6.4 km
Center Wheeling Market
10 km
Donald B.
13.4 km
Chapline Street Row Historic District
9.9 km
Wheeling Island Historic District
10.1 km
Shepherd Hall
7.2 kmWheeling Historic District
9.9 km
Victoria Theater
9.5 km
Stratford Springs
5.4 km
Federal Building and United States Courthouse
9.3 km
Centre Market Square Historic District
9.9 km
North Wheeling Historic District
9.4 km
Edemar
6.2 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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