Forks, WA
Forks, WA
- Forks, WA is a city located in Clallam County, Washington, United States. The city is noted for its lush rainforests, rivers, and coastal beaches. It is also known for its logging industry and as the setting for the Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Forks is located on the Olympic Peninsula, surrounded by the Olympic National Park and the Pacific Ocean. The city is known for its high annual rainfall, which contributes to the lush greenery of the area.
History[edit | edit source]
- The city was incorporated on August 28, 1945. The name "Forks" is derived from the city's location at the fork of several rivers.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Forks has several healthcare facilities that provide services to the residents and visitors of the city.
- Forks Community Hospital is a critical access hospital that provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging.
- Bogachiel Clinic is a primary care clinic that offers a variety of services including family medicine, pediatrics, and women's health.
- West End Outreach Services provides mental health and substance use disorder services to the community.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Forks is served by the Quillayute Valley School District, which includes Forks High School, Forks Middle School, and Forks Elementary School.
Culture[edit | edit source]
- Forks is known for its annual community events such as the Forks Old Fashioned 4th of July, Rainfest, and the West End Thunder Drag Races. The city is also known as the setting for the Twilight series, which has attracted fans from around the world.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
- Forks is served by U.S. Route 101, which provides access to other cities on the Olympic Peninsula. The city is also served by the Forks Municipal Airport and Clallam Transit System.
Primary care doctors in or near Forks, WA[edit | edit source]
Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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Rebecca Pfaff 1669730644 | F | Family Practice | 530 Bogachiel Way | Forks | WA | 76015 | ||||
Harry Lyndes 1235288374 | MD | M | Family Practice | Internal Medicine | 461 G St | Forks | WA | 48858 | 3603743280 |
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