Miscellaneous Information
Various Identification Codes ...
FIPS Codes ...
In a past effort, various federal agencies created a set of codes with a purpose similar to the GNIS codes. These codes are called the Federal Information Processing Standard (or the FIPS 55 codes). Although they are still used by some organizations, the FIPS codes are obsolete and will ultimately be replaced by the GNIS codes.
While FIPS codes have been assigned to all counties and states, a specific code has not been assigned to Lake Tapps. The following FIPS codes apply to the State and County:
| State Code: | 53 (Washington) |
| County Code: | 053 (Pierce County) |
Regional Codes ...
For statistical purposes, the US Census Bureau has divided the country into four Regions. Lake Tapps is located in Region #4 (the West Region).
In turn, the US Census Bureau has further divided each Region into Divisions. Lake Tapps is located in Division #9 (the Pacific Division).
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has created ten Federal Regions. Lake Tapps is located in Region X (Region 10).
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has created ten Management Regions. Lake Tapps is located in Region X (Region 10).
ZIP Codes ...
While some people have used a ZIP code to identify a community, the purpose of the ZIP code was to make mail delivery more efficient by grouping addresses together. Although the ZIP Code doesn't specifically identify a community like Lake Tapps, it does identify addresses that are in (or near) Lake Tapps. It's important to remember that the boundaries of a ZIP Code are defined by the needs of the USPS and can be changed, re-assigned or overlapped with other ZIP Codes.
The ZIP code for Lake Tapps: 98391<1>
Off-the-Road Links ...
Unfortunately, we don't know of a website for Lake Tapps. If you can help, please contact us through our Feedback Page.
The official website for Pierce County: www.co.pierce.wa.us/
The official website for State of Washington: https://access.wa.gov/
The official website of the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN)
The official website of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
The official website of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
The official website of the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Footnotes ...
| <1> | When looking for a ZIP Code, whether Lake Tapps or elsewhere, it's always best to check the website of the United States Postal Service (USPS). |