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Olcott, West Virginia
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 Olcott, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Olcott, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Kanawha |
| Elevation | 699 ft (213 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1544344 |
Olcott is a small place in Kanawha County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's not a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Olcott was also once a coal town. This means that many people who lived there worked in the local coal mines. The post office in Olcott is now closed.
Where Did Olcott Get Its Name?
The community of Olcott was named after a person who owned a local mine. His last name was Mr. Olcott. He played an important part in the area's history, especially with the coal industry.
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