M1.1 Depth: -0.5 km

M1.1 Earthquake near 10 km NE of Castle Rock, Washington (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-11 23:14:00 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 11, 2025 at 23:14 UTC, a magnitude M1.1 earthquake occurred near 10 km NE of Castle Rock, Washington (United States). Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 177 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.3.

Details

Magnitude

M1.1

Depth

-0.5 km

UTC time

2025-12-11 23:14:00 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Washington

Source

usgs

Coordinates

46.34400, -122.81900

Temperature

9.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

-0.5 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (15.6 km)

Regional average: 15.6 km

Negative depth = focus above sea level (terrain elevation).

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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