Potomac, West Virginia Explained

Potomac is an unincorporated community in Ohio County, in the U.S. state of West Virginia.

History

A post office called Potomac was established in 1872, and remained in operation until 1902.^[1] Despite its name, the community is not located on the Potomac River.^[2]

References

40.1528°N -80.5292°W

Notes and References

1. Web site: Post Offices . Jim Forte Postal History . 2 May 2016.
2. Book: Kenny, Hamill. West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains. 1945. The Place Name Press. Piedmont, WV. 502.