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Census-designated place in Washington, United States From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Wauna is a census-designated place in Pierce County, Washington, United States with a 2010 census population of 4,186.
This article includes a list of references, related reading, or external links, but its sources remain unclear because it lacks inline citations. (April 2008) |
Wauna | |
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Coordinates: 47°22′44″N 122°38′33″W | |
Country | United States |
State | Washington |
County | Pierce |
Area | |
• Total | 6.39 sq mi (16.54 km2) |
Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
Population (2010) | |
• Total | 4,186 |
• Density | 660/sq mi (250/km2) |
Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
ZIP codes | 98395 |
Originally platted as Springfield on September 14, 1889, Wauna's name was changed at the government's request, because of the many Springfields in Washington. Wauna, a Native American term for mighty water, was chosen as the new name by an early post mistress, Mary Frances White.
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