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Bens Run, West Virginia

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The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the
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were once located between Bens Run and the nearby community of
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Unincorporated communities in Tyler County, West Virginia
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and County Route 5, 4.3 miles (6.9 km) southwest of
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Unincorporated community in West Virginia, United States
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Unincorporated community
Bens Run, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Bens Run, West Virginia is located in the United States
39°27′57″N 81°06′30″W / 39.46583°N 81.10833°W / 39.46583; -81.10833
Country
State
West Virginia
County
Tyler
Time zone
UTC-5
Eastern (EST)
DST
UTC-4
ZIP code
Area codes
304 & 681
GNIS
unincorporated community
Tyler County
West Virginia
Ohio River
West Virginia Route 2
Friendly
post office
earthworks
Long Reach
Köppen Climate Classification
humid subtropical climate
"Bens Run"

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