Keokee Virginia Map

About Keokee, Virginia

Keokee is a locality in Lee County, Virginia, United States. It is a small community with a population of 174. The population density is 24.1 people per km². Keokee is located at 36.8590°N, 82.9041°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 24265.

Keokee breathes a quiet air, cradled by the rolling, verdant embrace of the Appalachian foothills. It lies 23.9 miles north-west of Marshall, TN (from Marshall, TN: bearing 326°T), and is situated 8.8 miles west of Big Stone Gap. Here, the landscape is a tapestry of dense woodlands, their leaves whispering secrets on the breeze, and open fields that catch the generous Appalachian sun. The terrain rises and falls with a gentle persistence, the land itself seeming to breathe with the turning of seasons. Little creeks, their waters cool and clear, thread their way through the hollows, reflecting the sky in fleeting glimpses as they make their journey toward larger waters. The character of Keokee is one of patient endurance, a place where the land dictates the pace, and life unfolds with a certain unhurried grace. The story of Keokee is deeply entwined with the veins of coal that lie beneath its soil, a history that has shaped its economy and the very spirit of its people. For generations, the rhythm of life here was dictated by the miner's lamp and the rumble of coal trains, a testament to the hard work and fortitude that built this place. While the industry has shifted, the echoes of that past remain, a quiet hum beneath the surface of everyday life. The local economy, adapting and evolving, now draws strength from a blend of its historical legacy and a renewed appreciation for the natural beauty that surrounds Keokee. The air, particularly after a rain, carries the clean scent of damp earth and pine, a constant reminder of the enduring natural world that defines this corner of Lee County.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Keokee, Virginia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Keokee and Lee County.

Detailed location data for Keokee includes the ZIP code (24265), telephone area code (276), county seat of Lee County (Jonesville), and school district assignment (Lee County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Keokee is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.