Scappoose, Oregon
Scappoose /skæˈpuːs/ is a city in Columbia County, Oregon, United States. It was named for a nearby stream, which drains the southern part of the county. The name "Scappoose" is of Native American origin, and is said to mean "gravelly plain." The population was 6,592 at the 2010 census.
Scappoose, Oregon | |
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The skyline of Scappoose circa 1929 | |
| Motto(s): Proactive, Efficient, and Friendly Service | |
Location in Oregon | |
| Coordinates: 45°45′15″N 122°52′31″W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Columbia |
| Incorporated | 1921 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-Manager |
| • Body | Scappoose City Council |
| • Mayor | Joe Backus |
| • City Manager | Alexandra Rains |
| • City Reporter | Susan Reeves |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.44 sq mi (8.90 km2) |
| • Land | 3.44 sq mi (8.90 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 8,010 |
| • Density | 2,331.20/sq mi (899.97/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (Pacific) |
| ZIP code | 97056 |
| Area code | 503 |
| FIPS code | 41-65500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411837 |
| Website | www.ci.scappose.or.us |
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