Bonneville Lock and Dam
Us Army Corps of Engineers, Oregon.
Located in the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area 40 miles east of Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, Bonneville Lock and Dam spans the Columbia and links the two states. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers operates and maintains Bonneville Lock and Dam for hydropower production, fish and wildlife protection, recreation and navigation. Since 1938, Bonneville Dam has supplied the region with inexpensive electrical power. Visitors can experience first-hand the operation of two hydroelectric powerhouses and watch migrating fish traveling upstream at the underwater viewing rooms next to the fish ladders.
Nearby Activities
- Boating
- Environmental Education
- Hiking
- Historic & Cultural Site
- Other Recreation Concession Site
- Picnicking
- Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
- Visitor Center
- Water Sports
- Wildlife Viewing
Directions
From Portland, OR, 40 miles east on I-84. From Vancouver, WA, 40 miles east on WA 14.
Additional Information
- Discover Your Northwest
- Bonneville Lock and Dam Photo Album
- Bonneville Lock and Dam Website
- Bonneville Lock and Dam Map
