Glen Alum, West Virginia facts for kids
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Glen Alum
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Glen Alum railroad tunnel
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 Glen Alum
Location in West Virginia
Glen Alum
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mingo |
| Elevation | 1,165 ft (355 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1549707 |
Glen Alum is a small place in Mingo County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that does not have its own local government, like a city or town would.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county it's in. Glen Alum is one such community in Mingo County.
Where Does the Name Glen Alum Come From?
The name "Glen Alum" comes from a company that used to operate there. This was the Glen Alum Coal Company. Many communities in West Virginia were named after the coal mines or companies that started them. These places are sometimes called "coal towns."
A Look at the Area
Glen Alum is located in the beautiful, mountainous region of West Virginia. The area is known for its natural beauty and its history related to coal mining. You can see a picture of the Glen Alum railroad tunnel in the infobox at the top of this page. Railroads were very important for moving coal out of these areas.
