Powerdale Dam
USA /
Oregon /
Odell /
World
/ USA
/ Oregon
/ Odell
World / United States / Oregon
dam, hydroelectric power station/plant
Powerdale Dam (AKA Copper Dam) is a diversion dam, which is located on Hood River approximately 4.5 miles upstream of the Columbia River. Powerdale Generation facility consists of a small diversion dam (Powerdale Dam) and a reservoir .
Powerdale Dam was built during severe winter storms in late 1922 and early 1923. It began operating years before the U.S. Corps of Engineers constructed - major hydropower operations along the Columbia River.
Powerdale Dam was built during severe winter storms in late 1922 and early 1923. It began operating years before the U.S. Corps of Engineers constructed - major hydropower operations along the Columbia River.
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Coordinates: 45°39'54"N 121°31'25"W
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