Colcord, West Virginia facts for kids
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Colcord, West Virginia
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 Colcord, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Colcord, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Raleigh |
| Elevation | 1,060 ft (320 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
25048
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| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2807505 |
Colcord is a small place located in Raleigh County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government.
What is Colcord?
Colcord is about 5.5 miles (8.9 km) east-southeast of a place called Whitesville. It sits at an elevation of 1,060 feet (323 meters) above sea level.
How Did Colcord Get Its Name?
The community of Colcord was named after the owner of the Colcord Coal Company. In the past, coal mining was a very important industry in this part of West Virginia. Many towns and communities grew up around coal mines.
Past Services in Colcord
Colcord used to have its own post office. This post office helped people send and receive mail in the community. However, the post office closed its doors on November 30, 2002.
