Torboy, Washington facts for kids
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Torboy, Washington
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 Torboy, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
Torboy, Washington
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Pierce |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.95 sq mi (2.47 km2) |
| • Land | 0.93 sq mi (2.40 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,425 ft (739 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 49 |
| • Density | 53/sq mi (20.4/km2) |
| Time zone | Pacific |
| ZIP code |
99166
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| Area code(s) | 360 |
Torboy is a small community located in Ferry County, Washington, United States. It is officially known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area defined by the government just for counting people and collecting statistics.
Who Lives in Torboy?
In 2010, the population of Torboy was 49 people. The official count showed that 28 of these residents were male, and 21 were female. This information helps us understand the size and makeup of the community.
Where is Torboy Located?
Torboy is found in the northwestern part of Ferry County. It is situated along Washington State Route 21, which is a main road in the area.
This community is about 5 miles (8 kilometers) northeast of Republic. Republic is an important town because it is the county seat for Ferry County. Torboy is also about 16 miles (26 kilometers) south of Curlew.
The northern edge of Torboy is next to the Curlew Lake CDP. A CDP is a "census-designated place," just like Torboy itself.
Land and Water
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Torboy CDP covers a total area of about 2.5 square kilometers (about 1 square mile). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.07 square kilometers (0.03 square miles), is water. This means about 2.90% of Torboy's total area is water.
The Sanpoil River flows right through the community. Rivers are important for the environment and can be used for many activities.
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