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Godfrey, West Virginia
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 Godfrey, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Godfrey, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mercer |
| Elevation | 2,287 ft (697 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1554578 |
Godfrey is a small place in Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community and was once a coal town. Godfrey is located about 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) northwest of another community called Montcalm.
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What is Godfrey?
Godfrey is not a city or a town with its own local government. Instead, it is an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and buildings that are part of a larger county.
A Community Without a City Government
- An unincorporated community does not have its own mayor or city council.
- The services for the area, like roads and police, are usually managed by the county government.
- Many small communities in the United States are unincorporated.
A Town Built on Coal
Godfrey was also known as a "coal town." This means that its history and growth were closely tied to the coal mining industry.
- Many people who lived in Godfrey likely worked in the nearby coal mines.
- Coal towns were common in West Virginia because of the large amounts of coal found there.
- These towns often grew up around the mines to house the workers and their families.
Where is Godfrey Located?
Godfrey is found in the southern part of West Virginia.
- It is specifically located in Mercer County.
- Mercer County is known for its beautiful mountains and valleys.
- Godfrey is quite close to the community of Montcalm.
How Did Godfrey Get Its Name?
The community of Godfrey was named after a person.
- It was named for A. I. Godfrey.
- He was the person who originally owned the land where the community was built.
- Naming places after important landowners or founders was a common practice.
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