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Bonneville Lock and Dam

Noteworthy Sights in the gorge

July 23rd 2007
Next we stopped at the Bonneville Lock and Dam. Construction on the dam began in 1933 and was commissioned by President Theo. Roosevelt in September , 1938. This is one of 11 dams along the Columbia River. This was one of the most interesting stops along the way as the dam is not only for water control and electricity but also was built with “Fish Ladders” which help the fish, especially sa ... read more
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