Kettle Falls, Washington facts for kids
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Kettle Falls
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Welcome sign at the northern end of the city
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Location of Kettle Falls, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Stevens |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.08 sq mi (2.79 km2) |
| • Land | 1.08 sq mi (2.79 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,627 ft (496 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,636 |
| • Density | 1,515/sq mi (586.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
99141
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| Area code | 509 |
| FIPS code | 53-35485 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411540 |
| Website | City of Kettle Falls |
Kettle Falls is a small city in Stevens County, Washington, in the United States. It is named after the famous Kettle Falls on the Kettle River, which are nearby. The city itself sits on the Colville River, just before it joins the mighty Columbia River. In 2020, about 1,636 people lived in Kettle Falls.
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History of Kettle Falls
The original town of Kettle Falls was officially started on December 17, 1891. It was located right on the banks of the Columbia River.
Moving the City
In 1940, a big change happened. The Grand Coulee Dam was built, and its huge reservoir, Lake Roosevelt, was going to flood the old town site. So, city planners decided to move the entire town! They chose a community called Meyers Falls, which was close to the railroad lines. This move helped Kettle Falls become an important place for moving goods. It became a hub for the logging, farming, and paper industries.
Kettle Falls Today
Today, Kettle Falls is in its new location. It is about eight miles northwest of Colville. It is also roughly 80 miles northwest of Spokane.
Geography of Kettle Falls
Kettle Falls is located in the state of Washington. It is about 30 miles (48 kilometers) south of the border with Canada, near Laurier. The city is right next to Lake Roosevelt. This large lake is actually a reservoir created by the Columbia River.
Land Area
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 1.07 square miles (2.79 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
Population of Kettle Falls
Kettle Falls has grown over the years. Here's how the population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 297 | — | |
| 1910 | 377 | 26.9% | |
| 1920 | 276 | −26.8% | |
| 1930 | 414 | 50.0% | |
| 1940 | 560 | 35.3% | |
| 1950 | 714 | 27.5% | |
| 1960 | 905 | 26.8% | |
| 1970 | 893 | −1.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,087 | 21.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,272 | 17.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,527 | 20.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,595 | 4.5% | |
| 2020 | 1,636 | 2.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2015 Estimate |
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People in 2010
In 2010, there were 1,595 people living in Kettle Falls. There were 676 households, which are groups of people living together. Most people in the city were White. A small number of people were Native American or from other backgrounds.
About 31% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households were married couples. The average age of people in the city was about 38.6 years old.
Notable People from Kettle Falls
Some well-known people have connections to Kettle Falls:
- James Darling - He was a professional NFL player. He played as a linebacker from 1997 to 2006.
- Cathy McMorris Rodgers - She is a U.S. representative. This means she is an elected official who helps make laws for the country. She has represented Washington's 5th district since 2005.
See also
In Spanish: Kettle Falls (Washington) para niños
