Longpole, West Virginia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Longpole
Unincorporated community
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Country	United States
State	West Virginia
County	McDowell
Elevation	1,125 ft (343 m)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s)	304 & 681
GNIS feature ID	1549797

Longpole is a small place in McDowell County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that are not officially a town or city.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it does not have its own local government. It is not a city or a town. Instead, it is part of a larger county.

• People living in Longpole get their services from McDowell County.
• This is different from a city, which has its own mayor and city council.
• Many small places in the United States are unincorporated communities.

Where is Longpole Located?

Longpole is in the southwestern part of West Virginia. It is about 4.3 miles (6.9 kilometers) northwest of a town called Iaeger.

• Longpole is located in McDowell County.
• McDowell County is known for its beautiful mountains and history.
• The area is part of the Appalachian Mountains.

Quick Facts About Longpole

Here are some interesting facts about Longpole:

• Elevation: Longpole is located at an elevation of 1,125 feet (343 meters) above sea level. This means it is quite high up!
• Area Codes: If you were to call someone in Longpole, you would use area codes 304 or 681.
• Coordinates: Its exact location on a map is 37°30′45″N 81°51′48″W.