School Address: 8801 Coal River Rd Sundial WV 25140
School District: Raleigh County Schools
County: Raleigh County
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Marsh Fork Elementary School was a small community school located in Sundial, West Virginia. It served children in the local area and was part of the Raleigh County school district. The school gained national attention due to its proximity to coal mining operations, particularly a large coal silo and slurry impoundment owned by Massey Energy, which raised significant health and safety concerns among parents, environmental activists, and community members. This led to debates about the impacts of mining on community well-being and the environment. In response to these concerns and ongoing advocacy, the school was eventually replaced by a new facility further away from the mining operations.