Creston, Washington facts for kids
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Creston, Washington
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| Town of Creston | ||
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Location of Creston, Washington
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Washington | |
| County | Lincoln | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 0.41 sq mi (1.07 km2) | |
| • Land | 0.41 sq mi (1.07 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 2,441 ft (744 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 213 | |
| • Density | 520/sq mi (199.1/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) | |
| ZIP codes |
99117, 99147
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| Area code(s) | 509 | |
| FIPS code | 53-15710 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 1504274 | |
Creston is a small town in Lincoln County, Washington, United States. In 2020, about 213 people lived there. It is known for its history tied to the railroad and its location on a high point of land.
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Discovering Creston's Past
Creston began to grow when the Central Washington Railroad arrived in 1889. The town got its name because it was thought to be at the highest point, or "crest," along the railroad line between Cheney and Coulee City, Washington.
In the spring of 1890, a plan for the town was officially drawn up. The very first building in Creston was a small store. It was moved there from a nearby village called Sherman. A post office was soon opened, and Henry Verfurth became the first postmaster.
Growth and Challenges in Early Creston
After an economic downturn in 1893, Creston's growth slowed down. But things changed in 1897. A very good wheat harvest helped the local economy. This brought many new people to the area.
Soon, new businesses, grain storage buildings, and churches appeared. The town also got its first bank and newspaper. A new road and ferry helped connect Creston to valuable mining areas. Between 1900 and 1903, Creston's population doubled. The town officially became a city on April 20, 1903.
In August 1902, a famous outlaw named Harry Tracy was found at a ranch near Creston. He was involved in a shootout there.
Exploring Creston's Location
Creston is located about 20 miles (32 km) west of Davenport. Davenport is the county seat, which means it's where the main government offices for Lincoln County are.
Roads and Local Landmarks
U.S. Route 2, a major highway, goes right through Creston. This road connects Creston to Wilbur, a few miles to the west. Creston and Wilbur share a school district.
Creston is situated at the base of Creston Butte. This natural hill is just south of the town. The top of Creston Butte is about 2,800 feet (853 meters) above sea level. This is about 350 feet (107 meters) higher than the town itself.
The town of Creston covers a total area of about 0.45 square miles (1.17 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Creston's Weather
| Climate data for Creston, Washington | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 65 (18) |
61 (16) |
75 (24) |
90 (32) |
96 (36) |
106 (41) |
110 (43) |
106 (41) |
100 (38) |
87 (31) |
69 (21) |
56 (13) |
110 (43) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 33 (1) |
39 (4) |
49 (9) |
59 (15) |
68 (20) |
75 (24) |
85 (29) |
84 (29) |
75 (24) |
59 (15) |
42 (6) |
31 (−1) |
58 (15) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 20 (−7) |
23 (−5) |
28 (−2) |
32 (0) |
39 (4) |
45 (7) |
51 (11) |
50 (10) |
42 (6) |
33 (1) |
26 (−3) |
19 (−7) |
34 (1) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −27 (−33) |
−30 (−34) |
−4 (−20) |
10 (−12) |
19 (−7) |
25 (−4) |
25 (−4) |
25 (−4) |
14 (−10) |
1 (−17) |
−18 (−28) |
−23 (−31) |
−30 (−34) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 1.41 (36) |
1.04 (26) |
1.12 (28) |
0.99 (25) |
1.28 (33) |
0.92 (23) |
0.80 (20.3) |
0.32 (8.1) |
0.48 (12) |
0.87 (22) |
1.69 (43) |
1.77 (45) |
12.69 (321.4) |
Who Lives in Creston?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 308 | — | |
| 1920 | 317 | 2.9% | |
| 1930 | 216 | −31.9% | |
| 1940 | 281 | 30.1% | |
| 1950 | 268 | −4.6% | |
| 1960 | 317 | 18.3% | |
| 1970 | 325 | 2.5% | |
| 1980 | 309 | −4.9% | |
| 1990 | 230 | −25.6% | |
| 2000 | 232 | 0.9% | |
| 2010 | 236 | 1.7% | |
| 2020 | 213 | −9.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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Creston's Population in 2010
In 2010, the town of Creston had 236 people living there. These people lived in 114 households, and 67 of these were families. The town had about 524 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Creston (94.5%) were White. A small number were Native American (1.7%) or Asian (0.4%). About 3.4% of the population identified as two or more races.
About 16.7% of households had children under 18. Many households (46.5%) were married couples living together. About 41.2% of households were not families.
The average age of people in Creston was 51.5 years old. About 14.8% of residents were under 18. People aged 65 or older made up 28.4% of the population. The town had a nearly equal number of males (50.4%) and females (49.6%).
Learning in Creston
The Creston School District manages the Creston Elementary school. It also oversees the Wilbur-Creston 7th and 8th grade middle school. Students in grades 9-12 attend the Wilbur-Creston Cooperative High School, which is located in Wilbur.
See also
In Spanish: Creston (Washington) para niños
