Oregon City, Oregon, The Williamette Falls located near Oregon City are the second largest falls in the United States


The Willamette Falls on the Willamette river are located near Oregon City. They are the second largest falls in the United States. A hydro-power plant was built there between 1888 and 1895 part of which is still operating today. A canal and locks provided boat passage around the falls until 2011 when the locks were closed. This site has hosted a paper mill since 1866.


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Location: Williamette Falls, Oregon City, Oregon, USA
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