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Nicholas County, located in the state of West Virginia, encompasses a blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Visitors can explore the breathtaking landscape of the Gauley River National Recreation Area, renowned for its whitewater rafting opportunities and scenic hiking trails. The county is also home to the scenic Summersville Lake, where outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming. History buffs will appreciate the Richwood Historic District, which preserves the architectural heritage of the region. Additionally, the county hosts the West Virginia Wine and Jazz Festival, a popular event celebrating local culture. Nicholas County offers a delightful mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences for visitors to enjoy.

Nicholas County (WV) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages5
Population24,604
Area654 sq mi
Density38/sq mi
Altitude1,926 ft
Median Household Income$45,300

Environmental risk in Nicholas County, WV

Overall riskVery Low
Expected Annual LossVery Low
Social VulnerabilityRelatively Low
Community ResilienceRelatively Low
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskNot Applicable
Cold Wave RiskRelatively Low
Drought RiskNo Rating
Earthquake RiskVery Low
Hail RiskVery Low
Heat Wave RiskNo Rating
Hurricane RiskVery Low
Ice Storm RiskRelatively Low
Landslide RiskRelatively Moderate
Lightning RiskRelatively Low
Riverine Flooding RiskRelatively Moderate
Strong Wind RiskRelatively Low
Tornado RiskVery Low
Tsunami RiskNot Applicable
Volcanic Activity RiskNot Applicable
Wildfire RiskVery Low
Winter Weather RiskRelatively Low

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.

Nicholas County administration contact details

Nicholas County administration contact details address700 Main Street, Suite 2, Summersville, WV 26651
Nicholas County administration contact details county seatSummersville
Nicholas County administration contact details phone number(304) 872-7820
Nicholas County administration contact details official websitehttps://nicholascountywv.org
Nicholas County administration contact details county clerkDavid Hopkins
Nicholas County administration contact details county commissionerKen Altizer

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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Nicholas County:

  • SUMMERSVILLE

    Summersville is a Town in Nicholas county with -4 000 inhabitants.

  • RICHWOOD

    Richwood is a City in Nicholas county with -2 500 inhabitants.

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