Mossyrock, Washington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location of Mossyrock, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Lewis |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.69 sq mi (1.78 km2) |
| • Land | 0.69 sq mi (1.78 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 656 ft (200 m) |
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| • Total | 768 |
| • Density | 1,193.60/sq mi (460.58/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98564
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| Area code(s) | 360 |
| FIPS code | 53-47315 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1523412 |
Mossyrock is a small city located in Lewis County, Washington, in the United States. In 2020, about 768 people lived there. It's a friendly place with a rich history and fun community events.
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Discovering Mossyrock's Past
Mossyrock started as a trading post way back in 1852. It got its name from a huge, 200-foot-tall rock covered in moss. This rock was located at the east end of Klickitat Prairie. The local Native American name for this area was Coulph.
Mossyrock officially became a city on January 2, 1948.
In late 2020, the city council discussed rules for restaurants. They decided to follow the state's health guidelines. Restaurants in Mossyrock continued to operate safely.
Exploring Mossyrock's Location
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Mossyrock covers an area of about 0.68 square miles (1.78 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the city limits.
Who Lives in Mossyrock?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 356 | — | |
| 1960 | 344 | −3.4% | |
| 1970 | 409 | 18.9% | |
| 1980 | 463 | 13.2% | |
| 1990 | 452 | −2.4% | |
| 2000 | 486 | 7.5% | |
| 2010 | 759 | 56.2% | |
| 2020 | 768 | 1.2% | |
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Mossyrock's Population in 2010
The 2010 census showed that 759 people lived in Mossyrock. There were 272 households, and 196 of these were families.
Most people in the city were White (71.0%). About 30.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (41.9%) had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.79 people. The average family had about 3.24 people.
The median age in Mossyrock was 32.9 years. This means half the people were younger than 32.9 and half were older. About 30% of the residents were under 18 years old.
Fun Things to Do in Mossyrock
Annual Blueberry Festival
Mossyrock hosts a special event every year called the Blueberry Festival. It's a three-day celebration that happens on the first weekend of August. This festival honors the many blueberry farms in the area.
The festival started in 2006 and has become very popular. It takes up all of Klickitat Prairie Park. You can find fun activities like pie eating contests, farm tours, and car shows. There are also musical performances to enjoy.
The Mossyrock Area Action League organizes the festival. They make sure there are lots of family-friendly activities. This includes games and crafts especially for kids.
Modern Connections in Mossyrock
Mossyrock is part of a cool project to help electric vehicles (EVs). It's one of eight places getting EV charging stations along the White Pass Scenic Byway. This project helps people with electric cars travel easily from the White Pass Ski Area to Chehalis.
This effort began in 2023. It's a partnership between local groups, state agencies, and the Lewis County PUD. They received over $1.8 million in grants to make this happen.
Famous People from Mossyrock
- Eli Kulp, a well-known chef
- Harry R. Truman, who was a casualty of the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens
See also
In Spanish: Mossyrock (Washington) para niños
