Chester, West Virginia Overview
Chester, West Virginia includes 0 nearby mines. Chester is a city in Hancock County West Virginia United States along the Ohio River. It is part of the Weirton–Steubenville WV–OH Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 2585 at the 2010 census. Chester was established in 1896 but not incorporated until 1907. The city is named after J.C. McDonald one of the city's original planners.Chester is home to the Chester teapot the World's Largest Teapot.
Quick Facts
- Chester, West Virginia has a population of 2,585 (based on numbers from 2010).
- Located in Hancock County, West Virginia.
- Chester, West Virginia sits 214 meters (702.1 feet) above sea level feet above sea level.
Mines Summary
in Chester, West Virginia
- 16 Total
- 2 Occurrences
- 1 Prospects
- 11 Plants
- 2 Producers
Chester, West Virginia Mine Locations
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