Summerlee, West Virginia facts for kids
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Summerlee, West Virginia
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 Summerlee, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Summerlee, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Fayette |
| Elevation | 2,001 ft (610 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1555743 |
Summerlee is a small, unincorporated community in Fayette County, West Virginia, United States. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government. It's often part of a larger county. Summerlee is located about 2 miles (3.2 km) north-northwest of Oak Hill.
A Town Built on Coal
Summerlee was once known as a coal town. This means it was a community that grew up around a coal mine. Many people who lived there worked in the coal industry.
The Summerlee Mine
The main reason Summerlee existed was the Summerlee Mine. This mine was owned by a company called the New River Coal Company. Coal mining was a very important industry in West Virginia for a long time. It provided jobs and helped power homes and factories across the country.
Where Did the Name Summerlee Come From?
The name "Summerlee" is thought to have come from a place in Scotland. There is an area called Summerlee within the town of Coatbridge in Scotland. It's interesting how names can travel across the world!
