Wolf Summit, West Virginia facts for kids
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Wolf Summit, West Virginia
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 Wolf Summit, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Wolf Summit, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Harrison |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.364 sq mi (0.94 km2) |
| • Land | 0.364 sq mi (0.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,119 ft (341 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 272 |
| • Density | 747.3/sq mi (288.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1556016 |
Wolf Summit is a small community located in Harrison County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the government for counting people, but it doesn't have its own official local government like a city or town. In 2010, about 272 people lived there.
What is Wolf Summit?
Wolf Summit is a special kind of community. It's a "census-designated place," often shortened to CDP. This means the United States Census Bureau, which counts people every ten years, has defined this area for statistical purposes. It helps them collect and share information about populations. Even though it's not an official town, it's still a real place where people live!
A Coal Town's History
Wolf Summit was also known as a "coal town." This means that in the past, the community's economy and many jobs were closely connected to coal mining. Coal towns often grew up around mines, providing homes and services for the miners and their families.
Where Did the Name Come From?
The name "Wolf Summit" has an interesting story! The "Wolf" part comes from a person's last name. The "Summit" part refers to the fact that this location is the highest point on the railroad line between two other places: Grafton and Parkersburg. So, it was literally the "summit" or top of the hill for trains traveling through the area.
See also
In Spanish: Wolf Summit (Virginia Occidental) para niños
