Brownton, West Virginia facts for kids
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Brownton, West Virginia
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 Brownton, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Brownton, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  West Virginia |
| County |  Barbour |
| Elevation | 338 m (1,109 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1553996 |
Brownton is a small, unincorporated community located in Barbour County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as a former coal town, meaning its history is closely tied to the coal mining industry.
What is Brownton?
Brownton is an unincorporated community. This means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county or state.
Where is Brownton Located?
This community is found in the state of West Virginia. It's specifically in Barbour County. Brownton is situated along County Route 16. It is about 3.35 miles (5.39 kilometers) south-southwest of another community called Flemington.
A Bit of History
Brownton used to have its own post office. A post office is where people send and receive mail. This post office served the community for many years. However, it officially closed its doors on January 24, 2004.
