Clintwood, Virginia facts for kids
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Clintwood, Virginia
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Clintwood
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| Motto(s):
"The county seat of Virginia's baby"
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Location of Clintwood, Virginia
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Virginia | |
| County | Dickenson | |
| Founded by | John Wesley Mullins Jr | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.08 sq mi (5.39 km2) | |
| • Land | 2.08 sq mi (5.39 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) | |
| Elevation | 1,755 ft (535 m) | |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 1,414 | |
| • Estimate
(2019)
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1,284 | |
| • Density | 617.31/sq mi (238.37/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
24228
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| Area code(s) | 276 | |
| FIPS code | 51-17552 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 1498468 | |
Clintwood is a small town in Dickenson County, Virginia, United States. It is the main town and the county seat of Dickenson County. In 2020, about 1,377 people lived there.
The town was first called "Holly Creek" after a local stream. Later, it was renamed "Clintwood" to honor Major Henry Clinton Wood. He was a Confederate officer during the American Civil War.
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History of Clintwood
Clintwood, Virginia, was founded in 1829. A person named John "Holly Creek John" Mullins started the town.
The "Petticoat Government"
In June 1948, something special happened in Clintwood. The town elected an all-female town council. This group of women led the town from 1948 to 1950. People nicknamed them the "Petticoat Government".
This all-female council made many positive changes. They helped clean up the town and solved parking problems. They also set up a proper system for garbage disposal. The council improved traffic safety and organized the town's fire department. They even bought a new fire truck.
Their work gained attention far away. Lady Astor, a member of the British Parliament, wanted to visit Clintwood. She was interested to see how this unique "experiment" was working. The town was also featured in broadcasts by the Voice of America.
Geography of Clintwood
Clintwood is located in the northwest part of Dickenson County. You can find it at these coordinates: 37°9′0″N 82°27′24″W / 37.15000°N 82.45667°W. Virginia State Route 83 goes through the town. This road leads east about 11 miles (18 km) to Clinchco. It also goes west about 9 miles (14 km) to Pound.
The United States Census Bureau says Clintwood covers about 4.9 square kilometers (1.9 sq mi). All of this area is land.
Clintwood's Climate
Because of its height above sea level, Clintwood has an oceanic climate. This means it has mild temperatures and rain throughout the year.
| Climate data for Clintwood, Virginia (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1993–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 76 (24) |
78 (26) |
85 (29) |
90 (32) |
92 (33) |
97 (36) |
97 (36) |
95 (35) |
94 (34) |
89 (32) |
82 (28) |
73 (23) |
97 (36) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 42.5 (5.8) |
46.5 (8.1) |
55.9 (13.3) |
67.5 (19.7) |
74.1 (23.4) |
79.5 (26.4) |
81.8 (27.7) |
80.7 (27.1) |
75.9 (24.4) |
66.4 (19.1) |
55.4 (13.0) |
45.5 (7.5) |
64.3 (17.9) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 32.1 (0.1) |
35.3 (1.8) |
42.7 (5.9) |
52.5 (11.4) |
60.9 (16.1) |
67.7 (19.8) |
71.2 (21.8) |
70.3 (21.3) |
64.3 (17.9) |
53.1 (11.7) |
42.6 (5.9) |
35.4 (1.9) |
52.3 (11.3) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 21.7 (−5.7) |
24.1 (−4.4) |
29.4 (−1.4) |
37.6 (3.1) |
47.8 (8.8) |
55.9 (13.3) |
60.7 (15.9) |
59.9 (15.5) |
52.8 (11.6) |
39.9 (4.4) |
29.7 (−1.3) |
25.3 (−3.7) |
40.4 (4.7) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −19 (−28) |
−23 (−31) |
0 (−18) |
18 (−8) |
28 (−2) |
36 (2) |
45 (7) |
41 (5) |
31 (−1) |
20 (−7) |
8 (−13) |
−4 (−20) |
−23 (−31) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.72 (94) |
3.91 (99) |
4.42 (112) |
4.56 (116) |
4.94 (125) |
5.12 (130) |
5.31 (135) |
4.06 (103) |
3.25 (83) |
2.83 (72) |
2.80 (71) |
4.25 (108) |
49.17 (1,249) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 11.5 (29) |
10.5 (27) |
6.6 (17) |
0.8 (2.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.3 (0.76) |
1.1 (2.8) |
7.6 (19) |
38.4 (98) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 15.5 | 14.8 | 14.8 | 13.5 | 14.9 | 14.3 | 14.2 | 12.0 | 9.6 | 10.5 | 11.8 | 14.9 | 160.8 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 7.7 | 6.7 | 4.2 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 1.7 | 5.4 | 26.8 |
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Clintwood's Population
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 255 | — | |
| 1910 | 342 | 34.1% | |
| 1920 | 400 | 17.0% | |
| 1930 | 729 | 82.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,106 | 51.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,366 | 23.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,400 | 2.5% | |
| 1970 | 1,320 | −5.7% | |
| 1980 | 1,369 | 3.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,542 | 12.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,549 | 0.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,414 | −8.7% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 1,284 | −9.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, Clintwood had 1,549 people living there. Most people in the town were White (98.52%). A small number were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people were also of Hispanic or Latino background.
The average age in Clintwood was 46 years old. About 16.5% of the population was under 18. Also, 24.3% of the people were 65 years or older.
Education in Clintwood
Clintwood has several schools and learning centers:
- Ridgeview High School (for grades 9 to 12)
- Ridgeview Middle School (for grades 6 to 8)
- Dickenson Center for Education and Research
- Dickenson County Career Center
Industries in Clintwood
Some of the main businesses and industries in Clintwood include:
- Serco North America
- Range Resources
- Dickenson Research and Education Center (many businesses have offices here)
- Appalachian Power
- Marty Materials
Fun Things to Do in Clintwood
- Bear Pen Recreation Area: This area has a pool, a park, and picnic spots. You can also find a walking track, a field for games, and access to the Pound River.
- Cranes Nest River and Recreation/Camping Area: Here you can go fishing. There are also playgrounds, a campground for RVs, and trails for walking, biking, or horseback riding.
Places to Visit Nearby
- Breaks Interstate Park
- John W. Flanagan Dam and Reservoir
- Ralph Stanley Museum
- Birch Knob Tower
- Jettie Baker Center
- Dickenson County Historical Society
- Cranes Nest River and camping/recreation area
- Jefferson National Forest
- Dickenson County Courthouse
- Dickenson County Art Center & Gallery
- Mountain Music Festival
- Dickenson County Visitor Center & Dr. Phipps Museum
- Phipps Family Memorial Park
Famous People from Clintwood
- Mark Linkous: He was a singer, songwriter, and musician known for his band Sparklehorse. He had family in Clintwood and lived there for a short time.
- Justin Hamilton: He was a football star at Clintwood High School. He played defensive back for the Virginia Tech Hokies. He also played for the Cleveland Browns and Washington Redskins in the National Football League.
- Ralph Stanley: A famous bluegrass musician. He was from Dickenson County and lived in the mountains near Clintwood. There is a museum in downtown Clintwood that honors his music.
See also
In Spanish: Clintwood para niños
