Coal Mountain, West Virginia facts for kids
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Coal Mountain
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 Coal Mountain
Location in West Virginia
Coal Mountain
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Wyoming |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1537461 |
Coal Mountain is a small place in Wyoming County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially a town or city.
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What is Coal Mountain?
Coal Mountain is not a city with its own local government. Instead, it's a community where people live. It gets its name from the coal mining history of the area. Many places in West Virginia have names related to coal.
Where is Coal Mountain Located?
Coal Mountain is found in the southern part of West Virginia. It is specifically in Wyoming County. West Virginia is a state in the eastern United States. It is famous for its mountains and beautiful nature.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it does not have its own separate government. It is usually part of a larger county. For example, Coal Mountain is part of Wyoming County. The county government handles services like roads and police for these areas. This is different from a city or town, which has its own mayor and city council.
See also
In Spanish: Coal Mountain (Virginia Occidental) para niños
