Bomont, West Virginia facts for kids
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Bomont, West Virginia
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| Nickname(s):
Pleasant Retreat
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 Bomont, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Bomont, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Clay |
| Elevation | 830 ft (250 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
25030
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| Area codes | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1549602 |
Bomont is a small place in Clay County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is an unincorporated community. This means it is a settlement that does not have its own local government. Instead, it is part of the larger county.
Bomont is located about 8 miles (13 kilometers) west of the town of Clay. It once had its own post office with the ZIP code 25030, but this post office closed in 2011.
The History of Bomont's Name
Bomont was not always called Bomont. When it was first settled, people knew it as Pleasant Retreat. This name likely described the peaceful and nice surroundings of the area.
Later, the name was changed to Bomont. The exact reason for this change is not widely known. However, it is common for small communities to change names over time.
Home of the Golden Delicious Apple
One of the most famous things about Bomont is its connection to a very popular type of apple. The Golden Delicious apple actually started in an orchard right here in Bomont.
- Discovery: The first Golden Delicious apple tree was found in Bomont around 1890.
- Origin: It grew from a chance seedling, meaning it was not planted on purpose.
- Popularity: This apple became famous for its sweet taste and bright yellow skin. It is now grown all over the world.
This makes Bomont an important place in the history of fruit farming.
See also
- In Spanish: Bomont para niños
