Springdale, Washington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Springdale
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Location of Springdale, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Stevens |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.13 sq mi (2.93 km2) |
| • Land | 1.13 sq mi (2.93 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,011 ft (613 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 234 |
| • Density | 207.1/sq mi (79.86/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
99173
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| Area code | 509 |
| FIPS code | 53-67210 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413320 |
Springdale is a small town located in Stevens County, in the state of Washington, United States. In 2020, about 234 people lived there. It's known for its natural springs, which likely gave the town its name.
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History of Springdale
The area where Springdale now stands was wild land until around 1886. That's when two important people, Mr. John Shriner and Mr. Charles O. Squire, arrived. Mr. Squire built the very first sawmill in 1887.
How Springdale Got Its Name
After Mr. Squire officially claimed his land, he planned out the town on November 29, 1889. He first called it "Squire City." He also became the first postmaster in December 1889.
Before the railroad arrived, the first merchant, Mark P. Sheffer, brought in supplies using wagons pulled by horses.
In 1889, the Spokane Falls & Northern Railway (SF&N) was built through the area. The train station there was called Springdale. This station became a popular lunch stop for travelers going between Spokane and Northport.
Sometime before 1892, the people living in Squire City asked for the town's name to be changed to "Springdale." We don't know the exact reason, but the town is built over many underground streams. These streams often come out of the ground as springs. This natural feature probably inspired the name. Springdale officially became a town on February 9, 1903.
Early Town Life
A local newspaper called The Springdale Reformer was published from 1907 to 1923. It was started by Elmer Burrows.
Sadly, on July 9, 1908, a big fire destroyed all the businesses in Springdale.
Geography of Springdale
Springdale covers a total area of about 1.14 square miles (2.93 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits. This information comes from the United States Census Bureau.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 251 | — | |
| 1920 | 184 | −26.7% | |
| 1930 | 215 | 16.8% | |
| 1940 | 227 | 5.6% | |
| 1950 | 268 | 18.1% | |
| 1960 | 254 | −5.2% | |
| 1970 | 215 | −15.4% | |
| 1980 | 281 | 30.7% | |
| 1990 | 260 | −7.5% | |
| 2000 | 283 | 8.8% | |
| 2010 | 285 | 0.7% | |
| 2020 | 234 | −17.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2015 Estimate |
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The population of Springdale has changed over the years. The chart above shows how many people lived in the town during different census years.
2010 Census Information
According to the 2010 census, 285 people lived in Springdale. There were 105 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. Out of these, 75 were families.
The population density was about 250 people per square mile (96.5 people per square kilometer). This tells us how crowded the town was. There were 118 housing units, like houses or apartments.
Most of the people in Springdale were White (88.4%). There were also smaller groups of African American (1.4%), Native American (4.6%), and people from other races (1.1%). About 4.6% of the population identified as being from two or more races. About 6.0% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
In terms of households, 37.1% had children under 18 living with them. About 47.6% were married couples. Some households had a female head (16.2%) or a male head (7.6%) without a spouse. About 28.6% were non-family households.
The average age in Springdale was 37.9 years old. About 27% of residents were under 18. About 17.2% were 65 years old or older. The town had slightly more males (56.1%) than females (43.9%).
Education in Springdale
Springdale is part of the Mary Walker School District, No. 207. This district offers several schools for students of all ages.
Schools in the District
- Springdale Preschool (for younger children)
- Springdale Elementary (Kindergarten to 5th grade)
- Springdale Middle School (6th to 8th grade)
- Mary Walker High School (9th to 12th grade)
- Mary Walker Alternative High School (9th to 12th grade, offering different learning styles)
- Mary Walker Promise (Kindergarten to 12th grade)
- Springdale Academy (Kindergarten to 12th grade)
Sports and Activities
The Middle School and High School offer many sports and activities. Their sports teams have done very well, even competing at the state level. For example, their cross country team went to the state championships three years in a row (2015, 2016, and 2017).
Notable People from Springdale
- Lucian Pulvermacher – A religious leader.
- Lois Stratton – A representative for Washington state.
See also
In Spanish: Springdale (Washington) para niños
