Eureka, Washington Explained

Eureka is an unincorporated community in Walla Walla County, in the U.S. state of Washington.

History

Eureka was laid out in 1904, and named after nearby Eureka Flat.[1] A post office called Eureka was established in 1889, and remained in operation until 1964.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Meany, Edmond S.. Origin of Washington geographic names. University of Washington Press. Seattle. 81.
  2. Web site: Post Offices . Jim Forte Postal History . 31 July 2016 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20160306120103/http://www.postalhistory.com/postoffices.asp?state=WA . 6 March 2016 .