Eckman, West Virginia facts for kids
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Eckman
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 Eckman
Location in West Virginia
Eckman
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | McDowell |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
24829
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| GNIS feature ID | 1554363 |
Eckman is a small, quiet community located in McDowell County, West Virginia, in the United States. It's not a big city but a special kind of place called an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Eckman is found along U.S. Route 52, just west of the city of Keystone.
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Exploring Eckman: Where is it?
Eckman is nestled in the beautiful state of West Virginia. It's part of McDowell County, which is in the southern part of the state. The community is easy to find because it's right next to U.S. Route 52, a main road in the area.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Eckman is a group of homes and businesses that are not officially part of a city or town. Instead, they are governed by the larger county or state. This means they don't have their own mayor or city council.
A Glimpse into Eckman's Past
Eckman has a bit of history! It was once known by a different name: Shawnee Camp. Many years ago, this area was important for mining.
The Story of John Hardy
Shawnee Camp is also connected to a famous American folk song called "John Hardy." The song tells the story of a miner named John Hardy. His story became a popular legend and was passed down through music. This folk song helps us remember some of the interesting history of places like Eckman.
