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The lock and dam of Dalles
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Harnessing the once raging waters of Celilo Falls, a fortress-like concrete wall and its connected powerhouse and navigation lock extend 1.5mi across the Columbia. In 1915 the US Army Corps of Engineers dug an 8.5mi-long canal which skirted the hazardous falls, and in 1957 completion of The Dalles Dam flooded the falls area to provide hydropower and a safe route around. From the visitor center, a small train takes you to guided tours of the fish ladder and powerhouse.

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    Comfort Inn Columbia Gorge
    Very good 8.2
    1.28 km - 351 Lone Pine Drive, The Dalles OR 97058
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    Celilo Inn
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    1.31 km - 3550 East 2nd Street, The Dalles OR 97058
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    The Dalles Inn
    Good 7.3
    3.94 km - 112 West Second Street, The Dalles OR 97058
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