Atlas of the United States: Washington

Washington, a Pacific Region state, is bordered by Oregon, Idaho, and Canada. Known for Puget Sound, it hosts Seattle, a hub for major companies. The state is divided by the Cascade Mountains, with a wet western region and a drier eastern region. Eastern Washington is a key agricultural area, benefiting from Columbia River dams, though these have affected salmon populations.

What is the population of Washington state?

Which states and country border Washington?

What is the significance of Puget Sound in Washington?

Describe the climate differences between the western and eastern portions of Washington.

How did the construction of dams on the Columbia River impact farming in Eastern Washington?