Thornton, Washington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Thornton, Washington
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 Thornton, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Whitman |
| Elevation | 2,310 ft (700 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
99176
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| Area code(s) | 509 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1509005 |
Thornton is a small place in Whitman County, Washington, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that is not officially a town or city. It does not have its own local government.
About Thornton
Thornton was started in 1889 by a person named P.M. Sheehan. It is located in the state of Washington. This community is found near a major road called U.S. Route 195.
Where is Thornton?
Thornton is about 7 miles (11 kilometers) west of a town called Oakesdale. It is in the eastern part of Washington state. The area is known for its wide-open spaces.
Mail and Services
Even though Thornton is not a city, it used to have its own post office. This post office helped people send and receive mail. The ZIP code for Thornton is 99176. This code helps the mail get to the right place.
