Being a river borough, it contained a large number of mills and other industries. The Dougherty Quarry was once a prosperous business many years ago. It should be noted that some residents and businesses in the surrounding Townships of Upper and Lower Merion may have a West Conshohocken mailing address. Public water and public sewer facilities service the borough. A full-time police force serves the community.
Fire protection is provided by volunteer companies.
Residential trash disposal is provided by the borough. Facilities include a park with playground equipment. Some basketball courts and athletic fields are available to borough residents. Little League programs are active in surrounding communities. Also, bus and rail lines connect the borough to other portions of Montgomery County and Philadelphia.