Plymouth, Washington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Plymouth, Washington
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Plymouth, Washington with Columbia River in background.
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 Plymouth, Washington
Location in Benton County, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Benton |
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
99346
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| Area code(s) | 509 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1507501 |
Plymouth is a small, unincorporated community in Benton County, Washington, United States. It is located right on the Columbia River, directly across from Umatilla, Oregon. You can find Plymouth south of the Tri-Cities area, and it's easily reached by Interstate 82.
Early settlers gave Plymouth its name because a nearby rock formation reminded them of Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts.
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Where is Plymouth Located?
Plymouth is in the state of Washington, a part of the United States. It sits in Benton County, which is in the southeastern part of the state. The community is right on the banks of the Columbia River, a very important river in the Pacific Northwest.
How to Get to Plymouth
If you're traveling by car, you can reach Plymouth using Interstate 82. This major highway connects the area to other cities and towns. It's a convenient way to visit this small community.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
Plymouth is an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that are not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own local government like a mayor or city council. Instead, the county government, Benton County, helps manage services for the area.
Images for kids
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Plymouth, Washington as seen from the Oregon side of the Columbia River at the mouth of the Umatilla River.
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Plymouth, Washington post office as seen in July 2013.
See also
In Spanish: Plymouth (Washington) para niños
