Woodbay, West Virginia facts for kids
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Woodbay
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 Woodbay
Location in West Virginia
Woodbay
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Raleigh |
| Elevation | 1,936 ft (590 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 2747536 |
Woodbay was a small place in Raleigh County, West Virginia. It was known as an unincorporated community and a coal town.
About Woodbay
Woodbay was a special kind of community. It was an unincorporated community. This means it did not have its own local government. Instead, it was part of the larger Raleigh County. The county government took care of things like roads and services.
What is a Coal Town?
Woodbay was also a coal town. This means it was a community built around a coal mine. Many people who lived in Woodbay likely worked in the coal industry. Coal towns were common in West Virginia. They played a big role in the state's history. These towns often grew quickly as mines opened. They provided homes and services for miners and their families.
Woodbay was located in the state of West Virginia. This state is famous for its mountains and coal mining. The community was in Raleigh County. This county is in the southern part of West Virginia. It is known for its rich coal deposits.
