West Pasco, Washington
West Pasco is a community of 1,122 people in Franklin County, Washington.
Why visit West Pasco
Townapedia lists 2 museums and landmarks, 10 parks and trails, 40 places to eat, 4 places to stay and 2 attractions in and around town.
Highlights include Interstate 182 Bridge, Fairchild Movie Theater, Blue Bridge and Hanford Reach Interpretive Center.
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 92°F; December lows average 27°F.
Weather in West Pasco
Forecast from the National Weather Service. Full forecast
About West Pasco
West Pasco is a census-designated place (CDP) in Franklin County, Washington, United States. The population was 1,747 at the 2020 census, a significant decrease from 3,739 at the 2010 census.
From the Wikipedia article West Pasco, Washington (this version), under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Things to do2
Interstate 182 Bridge
Bridge · 3.1 mi
Bridge in United States of America
Museums and landmarks2
Blue Bridge
Bridge · National Register of Historic Places · 3.0 mi
Four-lane arch-truss bridge
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Hanford Reach Interpretive Center
Museum · 2.0 mi
Museum in Richland, Washington, US
Parks, trails and playgrounds10
Columbia Park
Park · 3.0 mi
Recreational park in Tri-Cities, Washington comprising two public city parks, one in Richland, and the other in Kennewick
Gesa Stadium
Sports field and stadium · 1.0 mi
6200 Burden Boulevard, Pasco
Restaurants and cafes40
Dutch Bros. Coffee
Cafe · Coffee Shop · 1.2 mi
6609 Burden Boulevard, Pasco
Mo-Th 04:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 04:00-23:00; Su 04:00-22:00
Gluten Not Included
Bakery · 0.6 mi
6615 Chapel Hill Boulevard, Pasco
Mo-Tu,Th-Sa 08:00-18:00; We off; Su 08:00-16:00
Golden Wok Chinese Restaurant
Restaurant · Chinese · 1.3 mi
Su 11:00-21:30; Tu-Th 10:30-21:30; Fr-Sa 10:30-22:00; Mo Off
Fiesta Mexican Restaurant
Restaurant · Mexican · 1.4 mi
5210 Road 68, Pasco
Sawadee Thai Restaurant
Restaurant · Thai · 1.3 mi
5109 North Road 68, Pasco
28 more on the map.
History
The area now known as West Pasco was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Yakama, Walla Walla, and Umatilla peoples. These tribes relied on the Columbia River for fishing, trade, and transportation, developing complex societies with cultural and traditions centered around the river. European exploration in the region began in the early 19th century, with the Lewis and Clark Expedition passing through in 1805. This marked the beginning of increased interaction between Native American tribes and European settlers. By the mid-19th century, the establishment of Fort Walla Walla and subsequent agricultural development led to more permanent settlements in the area.
The modern development of West Pasco accelerated during the mid-20th century, primarily due to the establishment of the Hanford Site as part of the Manhattan Project during World War II. The Hanford Site's role in producing plutonium for nuclear weapons brought a substantial population increase to the Tri-Cities area, including Pasco. To accommodate the growing workforce, residential subdivisions were constructed, and West Pasco began to expand significantly.
From the History section of West Pasco, Washington on Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to stay4
Churches and places of worship5
Faith Assembly Christian Center
Church · Assemblies Of God · 0.7 mi
1800 Road 72, Pasco
Shopping3
Gas and EV charging5
Schools, colleges and libraries46
Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center
School · 2.2 mi
5606 West Canal Drive, Kennewick
Healthcare3
Map of West Pasco
120 places. The map loads OpenStreetMap tiles when you open it.
Climate by month
Monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41°F | 28°F | 1.0 in |
| Feb | 49°F | 28°F | 0.6 in |
| Mar | 59°F | 33°F | 0.7 in |
| Apr | 67°F | 38°F | 0.7 in |
| May | 76°F | 46°F | 0.7 in |
| Jun | 83°F | 53°F | 0.6 in |
| Jul | 92°F | 57°F | 0.1 in |
| Aug | 91°F | 56°F | 0.3 in |
| Sep | 81°F | 48°F | 0.3 in |
| Oct | 66°F | 38°F | 0.7 in |
| Nov | 50°F | 32°F | 0.9 in |
| Dec | 41°F | 27°F | 1.0 in |
U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 for Pasco Tri Cities Ap (3 mi away), NOAA NCEI.
People and cost of living
American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024, U.S. Census Bureau. Estimates have margins of error, larger for small towns.
Disaster history
Franklin County has had 7 federal disaster declarations since 2000, most often for floods.
- 2022-03-29: Severe Winter Storms, Snowstorms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding (Flood)
- 2021-02-04: Wildfires And Straight-Line Winds (Fire)
- 2020-03-22: Covid-19 Pandemic (Biological)
- 2020-03-13: Covid-19 (Biological)
- 2017-04-21: Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslides, Mudslides (Flood)
- 2009-03-02: Severe Winter Storm And Record And Near Record Snow (Severe Storm)
OpenFEMA disaster declarations summaries.
Getting there and nearby towns
Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) is the nearest airport with scheduled flights listed in OpenStreetMap, 3 miles away.
- Pasco 3 mi east, about 5 min by car
- Kennewick 4 mi south, about 6 min by car
- Richland 6 mi northwest, about 9 min by car
- Burbank 10 mi east, about 17 min by car
- West Richland 11 mi northwest, about 17 min by car
- Benton City 14 mi west, about 23 min by car
- Umatilla 24 mi south, about 39 min by car
- Hermiston 30 mi south, about 47 min by car
- Connell 32 mi northeast, about 52 min by car
- Grandview 35 mi west, about 56 min by car
Drive times are estimates from straight-line distance, not routes.
Local news
Headlines from INDB, the NEMICO news database.
Reviews, tips and questions
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Sources and licences
- NCES EDGE (Public domain): public schools
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 (Public domain): climate by month
- OpenFEMA (Public domain): disaster declarations
- OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL 1.0): places, airports, map data
- U.S. Census Bureau (Public domain): population, income, housing, education, commute
- Wikidata (CC0 1.0): elevation, founding date, time zone, website, landmarks and historic places
- Wikimedia Commons (see each image): photos
- Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0): overview and history text
Photo credits
- Blue Bridge over the Columbia River, Allen4names, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Interstate 182 bridges over the Columbia River 1, Allen4names, CC BY-SA 3.0
- The Reach Museum, Wqg5088, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Columbia Park, Bobjgalindo, CC BY-SA 4.0
- ChiawanaHS-01, Architect21c ( talk ) ( Uploads ), CC BY 4.0
- GracePoint Church of God - Pasco, Washington - Entrance (0764), Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- GracePoint Church of God (0767) - Pasco, Washington, Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- GracePoint Church of God (0769) - Pasco, Washington, Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Dino Rossi in Pasco (2) (2963544334), Matt McGee from Tri-Cities, Wash., United States, CC BY-SA 2.0
- Wind farms visible from bike paths (3936746606), Robert Ashworth from Bellingham, WA., USA, CC BY 2.0
- This happened... - Flickr - eilonwy77, Katie Walker from Pasco, Washington, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0
- Chiawana Park - Pasco, Washington - Entrance 1 (0654), Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Chiawana Park - Pasco, Washington - Entrance 1 (0655), Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Chiawana Park, 2009 Pasco Washington - panoramio, Kirk Bagley, CC BY 3.0
- Frame - Flickr - eilonwy77, Katie Walker from Pasco, Washington, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0
- Chiawana Park - Pasco, Washington - Entrance 2 (0763), Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Chiawana Park - Pasco, Washington - Entrance 2 (0751), Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Chiawana Park - Pasco, Washington - Queens of Spades Garden Club Memorial Arboretum (0731), Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Chiawana Park - Pasco, Washington - Queens of Spades Garden Club Memorial Arboretum (0732), Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Chiawana Park - Pasco, Washington - Lake Wallula (0648), Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Chiawana Park - Pasco, Washington - Lake Wallula (0651), Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Chiawana Park - Pasco, Washington - Lake Wallula (0733), Gregory Varnum, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Water towers in Pasco, Washington, Allen4names, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Island Park, 2009 Pasco Washington - panoramio, Kirk Bagley, CC BY 3.0
- Desert Dunes Park, 2009 Pasco Washington - panoramio, Kirk Bagley, CC BY 3.0
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