Centralia, Railroad town in Lewis County, Washington, United States.
Centralia extends between Seattle and Portland along Interstate 5, with an elevation of 57 meters and coordinates at 46.7206 latitude and -122.961 longitude.
Founded in 1852 by J.G. Cochran, who sold the land to George Washington, an African American freedman who developed the town initially named Centerville.
The city maintains numerous historic structures, including the Carnegie Library and Centralia Union Depot, while hosting annual events like the Hub City Car Show.
The TransAlta power plant, operating since the 1970s, will close in 2025 as part of the region's transition toward renewable energy sources.
The city houses Centralia College, established in 1925, which holds the distinction of being Washington state's longest continuously operating junior college.
Location: Lewis County
Inception: 1852
Elevation above the sea: 57 m
Website: https://cityofcentralia.com
GPS coordinates: 46.72060,-122.96100
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:35
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