Riparia, Washington facts for kids
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Riparia, Washington
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 Riparia, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
Riparia, Washington
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Whitman |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
Riparia was once a small town in Whitman County, in the U.S. state of Washington. Today, it is known as a ghost town, meaning it no longer has people living there. It was an important spot because of its location along the Snake River.
A Town's History
Riparia had its own post office. This office helped people send and receive mail. It was open for a long time, from 1882 until 1963. The town's name, Riparia, likely came from a nearby riparian zone. A riparian zone is the land right next to a river or stream.
Riparia's Location
Riparia was a key stop along the Snake River. It was about 81 miles northeast of Pasco, Washington. The town had a bridge that crossed the Snake River. It also had a hotel, which was useful for travelers and workers.
Guarding the Railroad
During World War I, Riparia played a small but important role. From April to October 1917, a group of soldiers was stationed there. They were part of Company F, 2nd Idaho Infantry. Their job was to guard the railroad tracks and river areas. This was to prevent any damage or attacks during the war. On September 19, 1917, this unit changed its name. It became Company F, 116th Engineer Regiment, 41st Division.
