Our Story
At West Virginia Split Rail, we believe a fence should feel like part of the place it surrounds. Rooted in Buckhannon, West Virginia, our company brings together the warmth of natural wood, thoughtful craftsmanship, and a commitment to lasting quality.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Jim Hinkle, we’ve invested in that future with a new manufacturing facility, now fully operational. Chief Operating Officer Steve Collins led its development, including the design and construction of machinery created specifically for our posts and rails. His hands-on expertise brings greater precision and consistency to production while preserving the natural character of the wood.
Split rail has long been part of the landscapes people love—from golf courses and coastal communities to established homes and open spaces. Its timeless appeal comes from a simple balance: defining the land while leaving the view open. Our treated wood posts and rails build on that tradition, helping resist decay and supporting longevity in the landscape.
Today, we’re carrying that familiar beauty into new settings. Along a fairway, framing a garden, or complementing a modern home, West Virginia Split Rail offers a welcoming sense of place and a natural connection to the land.
Thoughtfully made for today, with tomorrow in mind.
EXCELLENCE AND PROFESSIONALISM
West Virginia Split Rail™ is a leading split rail fence distributor located in West Virginia, specializing in providing high-quality split rail fencing for residential, commercial, and agricultural customers. Our team of experts are dedicated to excellence and professionalism in every aspect of our business.
Our Team
The people behind our products, service, and continued growth.
President & CEO
Jim Hinkle
Provides the overall leadership and strategic direction of West Virginia Split Rail. Jim guides long-term growth, key customer and distributor relationships, and expansion into new markets while maintaining the quality, service, and values on which the company was built.
Chief Operating Officer
Steve Collins
Leads manufacturing and operational development for West Virginia Split Rail. Steve has played a central role in designing and building the company's new factory machinery and is focused on production capability, efficiency, consistency, and capacity for future growth.
Chief Financial Officer
Jill Cable
Oversees the company's financial operations, planning, reporting, and fiscal management. Jill helps ensure West Virginia Split Rail has the financial discipline and resources needed to support daily operations and responsible long-term growth.
Industrial Product Sales
Mark Vance
Supports industrial product sales and the development of customer relationships. Mark works to identify opportunities, respond to customer needs, and connect West Virginia Split Rail products with the markets and applications they serve.
Sales & Customer Service Manager
Richanna Hebb
Manages sales support and customer service, serving as an important connection between customers, distributors, and the West Virginia Split Rail team.
Richanna helps coordinate orders, answer product questions, and ensure customers receive responsive, dependable service.
Transportation Manager
Debbie Patterson
Coordinates transportation and delivery logistics for West Virginia Split Rail. Debbie works closely with production, customers, distributors, and carriers to help ensure orders are scheduled and delivered efficiently and reliably.
Log & Timber Management
Kevin Rexrode
Supports the sourcing and management of the timber resources essential to West Virginia Split Rail's products. Kevin helps manage timber supply needs and maintain a dependable flow of quality raw material for manufacturing.