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Brush Fork (also spelled Brushfork) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. Brush Fork is 2 miles (3.2 km) northwest of Bluefield. As of the 2020 census, its population was 1,065 (down from 1,197 at the 2010 census). The community takes its name from nearby Brush Fork creek which flows into the Bluestone River. The West Virginia National Guard Brushfork Armory is located in the community. In addition to its National Guard functions it also hosts basketball games for Bluefield High School, commencements for local colleges and high schools, and other events. The Armory received 1.9 million dollars in 2024 for the planning and design of a new readines…

Between the 2010 and 2020 censuses its population fell from 1,197 to 1,065 (-11%).

Intro from Wikipedia. Population: U.S. Census Bureau.