WAUNA, WA
Wauna is a census-designated place in Pierce County, Washington, United States with a 2010 census population of 4,186.
History
Originally platted as Springfield on September 14, 1889, Wauna's name was changed at the government's request, because of the many Springfields in Washington. Wauna, a Native American term for mighty water, was chosen as the new name by an early post mistress, Mary Frances White.
Bibliography
Category:Census-designated places in Pierce County, Washington
Category:Unincorporated communities in Washington (state)
Category:Census-designated places in Washington (state)
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