Harrison County, county in West Virginia, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 66,870 inhabitants. The county was created 240 years ago in 1784. Its county seat is Clarksburg.
There are 11 city/town in Harrison County, WV. The largest city of Harrison County is Clarksburg with a population of 15,424. Other cities include, Bridgeport population 8,782, Bethlehem population 2,298, Shinnston population 2,096, Stonewood population 1,702
Bethlehem, Unincorporated community in Harrison County, West Virginia
Nestled in the north-central region of West Virginia, Harrison County contains several historic small towns and communities that highlight the area's early settler history and natural amenities. Here are some highlights:
Clarksburg - The largest city and county seat, Clarksburg has around 16,000 residents. It has a historic downtown district and the Goff-Nutter House museum.
Shinnston - Home to around 2,600 people, Shinnston grew as a coal town and railroad hub beginning in the 1800s. Historic churches, homes and downtown buildings remain.
Lumberport - Situated along the West Fork River, Lumberport has under 1,000 residents. Outdoor recreation like fishing and boating can be enjoyed from its riverfront park.
Lost Creek - This tiny unincorporated community sits within Lost Creek State Park which provides hiking, hunting, and camping.
Nutter Fort - Nutter Fort contains historic parks and landmarks related to frontiersman Philip Nutter who established a fort in the area in the 1770s.
Harrison County's small towns encapsulate early West Virginia settler life, the rise and decline of coal mining, and the area's natural rivers and forests that continue to draw outdoor enthusiasts.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Harrison County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Anmoore | Human settlement in Harrison County, West Virginia, United States of America | 732 |
Bethlehem | Unincorporated community in Harrison County, West Virginia | 2,298 |
Bridgeport | City in Harrison County, West Virginia, US | 8,782 |
Clarksburg | City in West Virginia, United States | 15,424 |
Despard | Census-designated place in Harrison County, West Virginia | 1,004 |
Lost Creek | Human settlement in Harrison County, West Virginia, United States of America | 462 |
Lumberport | Town in West Virginia, USA | 835 |
Nutter Fort | City in Harrison County, West Virginia, United States of America | 1,501 |
Shinnston | City in Harrison County, West Virginia, United States | 2,096 |
Stonewood | City in Harrison County, West Virginia, United States of America | 1,702 |
West Milford | Human settlement in Harrison County, West Virginia, United States of America | 609 |