Crown, Logan County, West Virginia facts for kids
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Crown, West Virginia
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 Crown, Logan County, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Crown, Logan County, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Logan |
| Elevation | 814 ft (248 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1554230 |
Crown is a small place in Logan County, West Virginia, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement that doesn't have its own local government.
Crown is located near Buffalo Creek. It's about 2.25 miles (3.6 km) northeast of a town called Man.
Why is it Called Crown?
The name Crown was chosen because of its high location. The word "crown" can mean the top part of something, like the top of a hill or mountain. So, it makes sense for a place with a high elevation to be named Crown.
Before it was called Crown, this community had an older name. It was known as Lax or Lax Station.
Where is Crown Located?
Crown is found in the beautiful state of West Virginia. This state is known for its mountains and coal mining history. Logan County, where Crown is, is in the southwestern part of West Virginia.
See also
In Spanish: Crown (condado de Logan) para niños
