Birchfield, Washington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Birchfield, Washington
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 Birchfield, Washington
Location in Yakima County
Birchfield, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Yakima |
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98901
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| Area code(s) | 509 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1510825 |
Birchfield is a small, quiet place in Yakima County, Washington. It is an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county. Birchfield is located between two other communities: Terrace Heights and Moxee.
What's the Story of Birchfield?
How Birchfield Started
Birchfield was founded a long time ago, in the year 1910. It was created by a company called the North Yakima and Valley Railway Company. This company was likely involved in building railroads or developing land in the area.
Where Did the Name Come From?
The community was first named after a local landowner. His name was W. A. Burchfield. But over time, something interesting happened. Because of messy handwriting, the name "Burchfield" was often misspelled. Eventually, the misspelling stuck, and the community became known as Birchfield.
