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Census-designated place in West Virginia, United States

2,914Population

3.6 sq miArea

715 ftElevation

Pinch is a census-designated place (CDP) in Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States. The population was 2,914 at the 2020 census. It is located about 10 miles (16 km) northeast of Charleston, adjacent to Elkview and roughly 2 miles (3 km) northwest of Big Chimney. The community lies along the Elk River and is surrounded by rolling hills. The community was named after nearby Pinch Creek.

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September 14–20, 2026·West Virginia · WV

In the local news, Two children injured in ATV rollover crash (WSAZ).

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Looking to start a weekend running group

Easy pace, a few miles, all levels welcome. Reply if you'd want to join — figuring out a meetup spot.

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Will A.

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Sunset over Pinch last night

Caught this from the ridge on my walk. Had to share — one of those skies that makes you stop.

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