The Alder Dam (aka La Grande Dam) was built in the 40s, replacing an earlier version. This show reads: Aug. 23, 1943, La Grande Dam, View Downstream Toward East Abutment.
This building of the dam and the creation of the reservoir had a big impact, requiring buildings to be moved, as well as the railroad track.
The building of the first dam in 1912 created the first all-electric city in La Grande, Washington.
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Eatonville To Rainier 