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Rocky Gap is an unincorporated community that is located in Bland County in the U.S. state of Virginia.[1] In the year of 2016, there was an estimate that there were a total of 511 people living in Rocky Gap.[2] Rocky Gap has one zip code (24366).
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The community is connected to neighboring Bluefield, WV by the East River Mountain Tunnel, which carries Interstate 77 beneath East River Mountain. It is in the heart of the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians.
Geography
editRocky Gap is located along the border with West Virginia, about 8 miles from Bluefield, WV. Rocky Gap has a total area of 4 miles and 95% of it is land the other 5% is water. Although only 5% water, Rocky Gap is somewhat unusual in that the waters of Clear Fork, Laurel Fork and Wolf Creek all converge at nearly the same point less than a hundred yards from each other. This spot where the three waters meet is well known for large trout and has been a favorite spot for many anglers from all over Virginia and West Virginia.
Nearby cities and towns
editHere are the nearest cities and towns in order by nearest location.
References
edit- ^ "Rocky Gap". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved February 28, 2014.
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