How far is Tacoma from Seattle?
35 miles
What command does Jblm fall under?
US Army Installation Management Command
What units are at Fort Lewis Washington?
Units/Tenants
- I Corps.
- 62nd Airlift Wing.
- 627th Air Base Group.
- Madigan Army Medical Center.
- 7th Infantry Division.
- 593rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command.
- Regional Health Command Pacific.
- 1st Special Forces Group.
Why is it called Joint Base Lewis-McChord?
This facility, then part of Fort Lewis, was named McChord Field in 1940 in honor of Colonel William McChord, who had been killed in an aviation accident in 1937. Joint Base Lewis-McChord is a strategically-vital, joint force power projection platform.
How far is Dupont WA from Jblm?
7.84 miles
Is Fort Lewis a good station?
As long as you’re an active person, Fort Lewis is a great place to be. Ok, now we’re talking it’s an outdoorsman’s paradise. There are tons of national parks, plus all the skiing and rock climbing you can handle. This is a great place for active soldiers and Denver is only an hour and 30 minutes away.
Can civilians get on Jblm?
JBLM is a controlled access installation. Vehicles with an adult, authorized Department of Defense ID cardholder (18 or older) may enter JBLM through any open gate.
How many active duty Jblm are there?
40,000 active duty
How far is Jblm from Seattle?
It is 36 miles from Seattle to Fort Lewis. It is approximately 44.3 miles to drive.
How far is Fort Lewis Army base from Seattle airport?
26 miles
How far is Fort Washington from Seattle Washington?
Distance conversions
| Distance type | Miles | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|
| Straight line distance | 33.40 mi | 29.02 nautical mi |
| Driving distance | 42 mi | 36.15 nautical mi |