Bragg, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bragg, West Virginia
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 Bragg, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Bragg, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Raleigh |
| Elevation | 2,779 ft (847 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1536293 |
Bragg is a small place in Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States. It is not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it is called an unincorporated community.
Bragg is located about 11 miles (18 kilometers) east of a larger city called Beckley.
What's in a Name?
The name "Bragg" comes from a local family who lived in the area. Before it was called Bragg, this community had another name: "New."
Where is Bragg Located?
Bragg is in the state of West Virginia, which is part of the United States. It's in a county called Raleigh County.
You can find Bragg by looking at its coordinates: 37°46′56″N 80°59′25″W. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map. The area is about 2,779 feet (847 meters) above sea level.
How People Communicate
If you wanted to call someone in Bragg, you would use the area codes 304 or 681. These are like special codes that help phone calls go to the right place in West Virginia.
