Corbett, Oregon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Corbett
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The flags at Corbett Grade School demonstrate Corbett's signature east wind.
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 Corbett
Location in Oregon
Corbett
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Multnomah |
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
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| • Total | 3,947 |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
97019
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| GNIS feature ID | 1136174 |
Corbett is a small community located in Multnomah County, Oregon, United States. It sits right on the Columbia River, a large and important river. This area is known for its beautiful scenery.
Corbett is an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own city government. Instead, it's managed as part of the larger Multnomah County. The community is found along the Historic Columbia River Highway, which is also called the Crown Point Highway. It's located between the Sandy River and Crown Point.
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How Corbett Got Its Name
Corbett was named after a very important person named Henry W. Corbett. He was a well-known pioneer and a Senator in Oregon.
Senator Henry W. Corbett's Farm
Senator Corbett bought a farm in this area back in 1885. Over time, the local post office changed its name a few times. Finally, in 1895, it was officially named "Corbett" in honor of Senator Corbett.
Education in Corbett
The Corbett School District serves the students in the community. It operates both the Corbett School and the Corbett Charter School. These schools provide education for children living in the area.
Notable People from Corbett
Many interesting people have connections to the Corbett community. Here are a few:
- Julius Meier: He was a politician who served as the 20th Governor of Oregon.
- Billy Oskay: A talented musician known for his work with the new-age music group Shadowfax.
- Patti Smith: She is a politician who has served in the Oregon House of Representatives.
- Dave Stief: A professional football player who played in the NFL.
