Central Washington

Moses Lake, Washington

City

Columbia Basin lakes and aviation

Moses Lake is the largest city in Grant County, set beside its namesake lake with a large airport, food processing plants and a growing data center sector.

History & Local Character

A planned irrigation town that grew after the Columbia Basin Project, Moses Lake incorporated in 1938 and later hosted a major Air Force base.

Housing & Real Estate

Mid-century homes, newer subdivisions and apartments near the college.

Restaurants & Shopping

Downtown and the highway corridors hold restaurants, taquerias and bakeries.

Schools & Education

Moses Lake School District serves the city, with Big Bend Community College.

Parks & Recreation

Moses Lake's waterfront parks, the Potholes Reservoir and the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge serve residents.

Transportation & Accessibility

I-90 runs through Moses Lake; Grant County International Airport handles large aircraft and pilot training.

Local Businesses

Food processing, data centers, agriculture, aviation services and restaurants.

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Nearby Attractions

  • Moses Lake
  • Potholes Reservoir
  • Ginkgo Petrified Forest
  • Columbia National Wildlife Refuge

Advantages & Considerations

Advantages

  • Affordable housing
  • Diverse industrial employers
  • Lake recreation

Considerations

  • Hot, dry summers
  • Windy conditions

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Moses Lake have a large airport?

Grant County International Airport has long runways built for military use and now supports commercial pilot training, cargo and large aircraft operations.

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