Village of Love and Luck
Carbon Hill: sturdy steel for a coal town built to last
Carbon Hill grew from coal and the railroad, and RBC Buildings serves it from Blountsville.
We have one office, in Blountsville. We do not have an office in Carbon Hill.
A small town with a mining past
Carbon Hill began in 1886 around coal mining and the railroad, and was incorporated on February 14, 1891. In 2020 it had 1,769 residents.[2]
The town sits in western Walker County at 522 feet of elevation. Property around small towns like this often includes sheds, barns and workshops, which are what many steel buildings serve.[2]
Carbon Hill details
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Colonel Robert Galloway bought mines and property from the Kansas City Coal and Coke Company for $130,000 in 1890.[2]
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The February 14 incorporation led to the nickname Village of Love and Luck, with coal as a symbol of luck.[2]
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The town covers 5.59 square miles.[2]
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An F3 tornado hit on May 27, 1917, and another on November 10, 2002.[2]
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Walker County had 65,342 residents in 2020.[3]
Carbon Hill questions
General information. Every project is different, so call us about yours.
Does a metal roof make sense in storm country?
Metal roofing and siding is a common choice for homes and outbuildings. Storm ratings vary by product, so ask about the specifics.[2]
Can a pole barn suit a few acres near Carbon Hill?
Pole barns scaled to your budget are common on small acreage for equipment, animals or storage.[2]
Is western Walker County within RBC's reach?
What do I need before building on old mining ground?
Land history can affect a site, so it is wise to ask the county office and a surveyor what to know before you plan.[2]
Call about a Carbon Hill building
Call (205) 429-4411 to talk about your Carbon Hill property.
Sources
Local details on this page come from these public sources, checked in October 2026.