Braeholm, West Virginia facts for kids
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Braeholm, West Virginia
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 Braeholm, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Braeholm, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Logan |
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1553963 |
Braeholm is a small community in Logan County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is a place that does not have its own local government. Instead, it is part of a larger area called Amherstdale.
Where is Braeholm?
Braeholm is located in the southwestern part of West Virginia. It sits along a road called County Route 16. The community is also next to a stream known as Buffalo Creek. It is about 3.9 miles (6.3 km) northeast of a town called Man.
The Buffalo Creek Flood
Braeholm was greatly affected by a very sad event called the Buffalo Creek flood. This happened in 1972. A coal waste dam broke, sending a huge wave of water down the valley. This natural disaster caused a lot of damage to homes and buildings. It also deeply impacted many families in the area. The flood is an important part of Braeholm's history.
