Coalwood, West Virginia - Wikipedia
WEB1554166. Coalwood is an unincorporated coal town in McDowell County, West Virginia, United States. The coal mine in Coalwood reached its peak in the 1950s and ceased production on October 1, 1986. As of the 1990 census—the last time the town was counted separately—the population was 900.
Visiting Coalwood - Coalwood, West Virginia
WEBThe road connecting Marion (Virginia), Tazewell (Virginia), War (West Virginia), Coalwood (West Virginia) and Welch (West Virginia) is a state road in both Virginia and West Virginia: VA 16 and WV 16. The gold-colored road running from I-77 to Bluefield, Keystone, Kimball, Welch and Iaeger (all in West Virginia) is U.S. 52.
Coalwood: Then & Now - Coalwood, West Virginia
WEBThen And Now. From time to time, someone will ask us to describe Coalwood today (2007) versus Coalwood in the heyday of the Rocket Boys (late 1950s). Here is a summary: Late 1950s. 2013. Olga was a working coal mine providing employment to many people. The coal mine closed down in the late 1980s. There are no coal-mining jobs in Coalwood.
Coalwood, West Virginia Web Site
WEBMiscellaneous Facts About Coalwood, West Virginia. Coalwood: in an unincorporated town. Coalwood is located in McDowell County, West Virginia. Time Zone: Eastern Time Zone (U.S.A.) Coalwood's Population (1990 Census): 900. Coalwood's Population (2000 Census): Not counted separately. Elevation: 1,450 feet Telephone Country Code: 1 Telephone Area ...
Historic Coalwood - West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture …
WEBIn 1905, Carter bought some 20,000 acres in McDowell County's "smokeless" coalfields, and began constructing an industrial community out of the wilderness. He named it Coalwood. The low-volatile, low-sulphur #4 Pocahontas coal seam there was the world standard for metallurgical and steam fuel. The seam stood some six …
Coalwood - West Virginia
WEBCoalwood. Coalwood is located just off of the National Coal Heritage scenic Highway. From Bluefield, follow US Rt. 52 north for just over 35 miles (over 1hr), and then turn left onto WV Rt. 16. Follow Rt. 16 for 4.7 miles and then turn right onto Coalwood Glux Rd (County Rd 2). After 1 mile on Coalwood Glux Rd, turn left into Coalwood. Besides ...
Coalwood, WV - Coalwood, WV - Visit Southern West Virginia
WEBCoalwood, WV. About 8 miles south of Welch. Coalwood, WV has earned a sense of fame since its native son, Homer Hickam, wrote the book "Rocket Boys"; it became the movie, "October Sky". This story about a small boy growing up in a coal camp in WV with big dreams that reached beyond the coal mines, touched the world and has inspired visitors ...
Coalwood, WV: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBCan't-miss spots to dine, drink, and feast. Coalwood Tourism: Tripadvisor has reviews of Coalwood Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Coalwood resource.
About | Visit McDowell County, WV
WEBThe county is located in the most southern part of the West Virginia coalfields. McDowell was best known in its golden years as the coal power source for our nation. It fueled the steel industry and was responsible for making weapons and ships that won WWII.
Coalwood: Home of the Rocket Boys - Architectural Afterlife
WEBJan 16, 2019 · Coalwood: Home of the Rocket Boys. Coalwood is a small, unincorporated town tucked away in the mountainous landscape of West Virginia, and hidden with it, a history that not many talk about. Coalwood was a rather prosperous mining town from the early to late 1900s.
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