TRANSPORTATION
West Virginia's location within 500 miles of 60 percent of the United States population enables businesses to reach their markets quickly, efficiently, and within a reasonable budget. Braxton County's location in the heart of West Virginia and along I-79 enhances the opportunities for businesses to access markets quickly and efficiently. Our County is located within one hour of the state capitol and one to two hours from other major urban areas of the state.

Highways
The intersection of 2 major highway systems is located in Braxton County. I-79 is a major north-south transportation route providing direct access to the ports of the Great Lakes. In Morgantown, WV, I-79 intersects with I-68 which is a link to most major arteries on the eastern seaboard. Forty miles north of Morgantown, I-79 connects with I-70 which runs through the Midwest, and ties in with all major highway networks in the northeast. In Charleston, WV, I-79 intersects with I-77 and I-64 opening the area to the south and the Midwest. The county is also the northern terminus for the Route 19 Appalachian Corridor, which has recently been upgraded to a four lane highway. Route 19 connects on the southern end of I-64 and I-77. At least five motor freight carriers serve the area. United Parcel Service, Roadways Packing System, Wabash Transportation, Motor Freight and Federal Express deliver packages within the county.

Railroads
Two spur railroad lines server the county. The Elk River Railroad originates in Clay County and enters the southwestern corner of the county. It runs the length of the county to the northwestern border where it links with CSX at the Gilmer County line. Additionally, CSX has a spur which offers services to the eastern part of the county. It originates in northern Webster County and continues to Burnsville, where it joins the main CSX line. CSX gives the area access to the ports of Newport News/Norfolk and Baltimore in the east; and Cincinnati and Chicago in the mid-west.

Air Services
The Braxton County Airport is a general aviation facility. its 4,000 foot runway is capable of handling light twin-engine aircraft. With a short lead-time, charters, air taxi, and package delivery services are offered at the airport. Major airline service is provided at Clarksburg's Benedum Airport and Charleston's Yeager Airport. US Airways servers both airports, and other major carriers in Charleston include United Express, Comair and Northwest. Through Yeager Airport, direct service is provided to Pittsburgh, Charlotte, Washington D.C., Chicago, Detroit, Cincinnati and Atlanta. Yeager is an inland port of entry for international goods that also offers shipping and charter opportunities.

Elk Valley Motor Sales West Main Street  Sutton,  WV  26601 304-765-5569  Light & Heavy Duty Wrecker Service with 24-hour answering service.

Gassaway Cabs 201 River Street  Gassaway,  WV  26624 304-364-5272

Sutton Cabs 206 Main Street  Sutton,  WV  26601 304-765-5004

Braxton County Airport Airport Road  Sutton,  WV  26601 304-765-9031

Yeager Airport 100 Airport Road  Charleston,  WV  25311 304-344-8033 http://www.yeagerairport.com

Enterprise Car Rentals 245 Skidmore Lane  Sutton,  WV  26601 304-765-3310  Enterprise is now located in the Flatwoods Factory Outlet Stores complex right beside the Book Cellar.

All-N-One Collision Ctr. 202 Enterprise Drive  Gassaway,  WV  26624 304-364-9939

Mid-State Chevrolet 1947 Sutton Lane  Sutton,  WV  26601 304-765-3988

Michael Motors Inc 1061 State Street  Gassaway,  WV  26624 304-364-5132

Pletcher Pontiac-GMC 732 Elk Street  Gassaway,  WV  26624 304-364-5155

Mid-State Marina 1150 Sutton Lane  Sutton,  WV  26601 304-765-7325  Boats, jetskis, ATVs, motorcycles, and more.

Lockard's Kawasaki Sutton Lane  Route 19, Box 38 Sutton,  WV  26601 304-765-5295

Div. of Motor Vehicles 295 Skidmore Lane  Sutton,  WV  26601 304-765-2047  Located at Flatwoods Factory Stores complex.