Tollgate
Inscription
The Northwestern Turnpike, a favorite project of George Washington, opened in 1838. Such highways were called "turnpikes" from the gates at which tolls were collected. This town is named for the toll gate which stood here.
Location
AddressCounty Route 10, off US 50, Toll Gate
CityToll Gate
CountyRitchie
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.187470, -81.105480
Sources
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