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Clearco, West Virginia
Clearco, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Clearco, West Virginia
Clearco, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Clearco, West Virginia is located in the United States
Clearco, West Virginia
Clearco, West Virginia
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Greenbrier
Elevation
3,389 ft (1,033 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s) 304 & 681
GNIS feature ID 1554145

Clearco is a small place in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it is managed by the county.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live together, but it is not officially a city or town. It does not have its own mayor or town council. Services like roads and police are usually handled by the larger county government.

A Town Built on Coal

Clearco was once a coal town. This means it was a community that grew because of coal mining nearby. Many people who lived there worked in the coal mines. The town's name, Clearco, comes from the "Clear Creek Coal Company." This company likely played a big part in the town's history.

Where is Clearco Located?

Clearco is found in the eastern part of West Virginia. It is about 8 miles (or 13 kilometers) east-northeast of another community called Quinwood. The area is known for its beautiful mountains and forests.

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