Ridgeley, West Virginia Overview
Ridgeley, West Virginia includes 0 nearby mines. Ridgeley is a town in Mineral County West Virginia United States and part of the Cumberland Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 675 at the 2010 census.Ridgeley was initially known as St. Clairsville named for Sir John St Clair Lt Colonel and Quartermaster General for the British General Edward Braddock. St Clair accompanied Braddock on his ill-fated march on Fort Duquesne and his disastrous defeat on July 9 1755.
Quick Facts
- Ridgeley, West Virginia has a population of 675 (based on numbers from 2010).
- Located in Mineral County, West Virginia.
- Ridgeley, West Virginia sits 213 meters (698.8 feet) above sea level feet above sea level.
Mines Summary
in Ridgeley, West Virginia
- 39 Total
- 1 Occurrences
- 2 Prospects
- 36 Producers
Ridgeley, West Virginia Mines
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