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Ross Dam

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Ross Dam

Ross Dam

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    March 3, 2022

    The impressive Ross Dam was constructed over a period of almost 20 years between 1937 and 1953 to generate electricity for the city of Seattle. Electricity was much needed during World War II, but since the dam was not high enough back in the day, it could not produce. Today the dam is 540 feet wide and 1,300 feet long and generates up to 460 MW of electricity.

      June 1, 2019

      Some sort of lanyard or strap for your camera would help for when you push it out over the edge.

        June 1, 2019

        Take Pictures! All I can say is take pictures.

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          Elevation 480 m

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          Location: Whatcom County, Washington, United States

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