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Craneco, West Virginia
Craneco, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Craneco, West Virginia
Craneco, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Craneco, West Virginia is located in the United States
Craneco, West Virginia
Craneco, West Virginia
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Logan
Elevation
1,168 ft (356 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s) 304 & 681
GNIS feature ID 1554216

Craneco is a small, unincorporated community located in Logan County, West Virginia, in the United States. 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.

Craneco is found along County Route 16 and near a stream called Buffalo Creek. It is about 8.9 miles (14.3 km) east-northeast of a town named Man.

What's in a Name? The Story of Craneco

The name "Craneco" has an interesting origin. It was created by combining parts of two names: "Cole" and "Crane." These were likely the names of people or companies involved in the lumber industry. Long ago, this area was probably important for cutting down trees and processing wood.

Where is Craneco Located?

Craneco is nestled in the beautiful state of West Virginia. This state is known for its mountains and forests. Logan County, where Craneco is, is in the southwestern part of West Virginia.

The community sits at an elevation of about 1,168 feet (356 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which is common for places in West Virginia's Appalachian Mountains.

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