Potts Creek, Virginia

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Potts Creek is an unincorporated community in Alleghany County, Virginia. It is also the name of a watercourse in the same area, Potts Creek (watercourse). It is located just north of the Craig County line, 6 miles north of Paint Bank, and 18 miles south of Covington. It is located on Virginia State Route 18.

Coordinates: 37°37′13″N80°11′15″W / 37.62028°N 80.18750°W / 37.62028; -80.18750

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