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Impach, Washington
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 Impach, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
Impach, Washington
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Ferry |
| Elevation | 1,795 ft (547 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
99138
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| Area code(s) | 509 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1521147 |
Impach, Washington is a small community in Ferry County, Washington. It is not an official town but a "populated place." Impach is located on the Colville Indian Reservation. It is also part of the Inchelium area.
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What's in a Name? The Meaning of Impach
The name "Impach" comes from the Salishan language. This language was spoken by the San Poil tribe. In their dialect, Impach means "white lake." This name probably refers to Camille Lake. This lake is located about 2 kilometers (1.25 miles) north of Impach.
A Look Back: Impach's History
Impach has a rich history, especially for Native American people.
- It was a special place for traditional dance ceremonies. Members of the confederated tribes held these events here.
Gold and Logging in Impach
In 1896, gold was found in Ferry County. This led to several gold mines opening near Impach. Some of these mines were active until the 1950s. The Gold Twenty Mine, for example, produced lode gold, lead, and silver.
During the 1930s, a government program helped people find work. This program was similar to the Works Progress Administration. It started a small logging operation in Impach. This brought some families to the area who needed jobs during the Great Depression.
Impach also had its own post office. It served the community from 1922 until 1954. Today, the beautiful valley around Impach is mostly used for grazing land for animals.
Exploring Impach's Geography
Impach is found in a rural area called Seylor Valley. It sits at the end of a long, narrow valley called a coulee. The community is about 5 kilometers (3 miles) west of Inchelium. You can reach it by taking County Highway 2, also known as Bridge Creek Road.
Two large hills stand near Impach.
- Stranger Mountain is about 921 meters (3,021 feet) tall.
- Monument Butte is about 627 meters (2,057 feet) tall.
Both of these hills are less than 3.2 kilometers (2 miles) south of Impach.
