What is walton west-virginia?

Walton is a small town located in Roane County, West Virginia, USA. According to the 2010 United States Census, the population of Walton was 273. The town is situated on the western side of the county and covers a total area of 0.23 square miles (0.6 km²).

The town of Walton was named after George Walton, a former governor of Georgia. It was originally settled in the early 1800s and became an important hub for the timber industry. Today, it serves primarily as a residential area, with most locals employed in nearby larger towns and cities.

Walton is home to one elementary school, Walton Elementary School, which is part of the Roane County School District. The town is also home to the Walton Town Park, which has playground equipment, picnic tables, and walking trails.

The nearest larger town is Spencer, which is about 8 miles away. Other nearby cities include Charleston, West Virginia, which is about 50 miles to the southeast, and Parkersburg, West Virginia, which is about 70 miles to the north.