Hanson Ferry, Washington

Hanson Ferry is an extinct town in Asotin County, in the U.S. state of Washington. The GNIS classifies it as a populated place.[1]

A post office called Hanson Ferry was established in 1891, and remained in operation until 1929.[2] The community was named after John Hansen, an early settler.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Hanson Ferry, Washington
  2. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 9 August 2016.
  3. Meany, Edmond S. (1923). Origin of Washington geographic names. Seattle: University of Washington Press. p. 108.

Coordinates: 46°01′38″N 117°20′09″W / 46.02722°N 117.33583°W / 46.02722; -117.33583

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