Botetourt County, founded in 1770, is historically unique. It was initially formed from the Counties of Augusta and Rockbridge and it derived its name from Lord Botetourt, who was the Governor of Virginia. After the Revolutionary War, the County's jurisdiction was extended to the Mississippi River, encompassing what is now West Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, and part of Illinois. Botetourt County now covers 548 square miles.
Midway between New York and Atlanta, Botetourt County is within a day's drive of two-thirds of the U.S. population. Botetourt County is part of the Roanoke Metropolitan Area which also includes Roanoke County, the Cities of Roanoke and Salem, and the Town of Vinton, providing the County with a labor pool of over 325,000 people. Botetourt is easily accessible. Interstate 81, US 11, US 220 and US 460 all cross through the county. Roanoke Regional Airport with major commercial air service is just minutes away, and both Norfolk Southern and CSX Railroads have lines through the county.
The average elevation is 1,000 feet, with mountains such as Apple Orchard and Sugarloaf reaching to 4,000 feet above sea level and valley floors along the James River at under 900 feet. The climate provides enjoyable scenic changes during the four seasons. Temperatures average 37 degrees in January to 74 degrees in July. The average annual precipitation is 41 inches.
Only 2.5 percent of manufacturing workers are unionized. Electricity costs are among the lowest in the U.S. and the cost of living is substantially lower than the national average. The Roanoke Valley has been rated one of the best U.S. locations for business development by Inc. magazine and one of the ten best places in the U.S. to raise a family by Parenting magazine.
The Troutville Volunteer Fire Department is very fortunate to have the complete support of Botetourt County's Administration and Board of Supervisors. Without the cooperation of Botetourt County, the Troutville Volunteer Fire Department could not provide our services to our neighbors. The Troutville Volunteer Fire Department is very grateful for their unwavering support. |
