Ice Harbor Dam ‘open house’ set for April 2

Published March 18, 2011

BURBANK, Wash.  – Don’t miss your chance to get an inside look at Ice Harbor Lock and Dam during an open house event set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 2.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers park rangers and operations staff invite the public to join them to learn more about the many benefits that Ice Harbor Dam provides to the region. Self-guided tours include an up-close look at a hydroelectric generator inside the powerhouse, the navigation lock, fish-viewing room, fish ladders, removable spillway weir and a new wildlife display. Rangers and staff will be present to give detailed information at each location. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet Bobber, the Water Safety Dog.

Rangers will be available to answer questions about camping, picnicking, boating or other recreation opportunities offered by the Corps’ Walla Walla District.

Visitors can choose what they want to see and do during the open house. Shuttles will be available to assist visitors with disabilities travel to the top of the dam.

Visitors should be sure to wear closed-toe, sturdy shoes while touring the dam.

Free parking is available at the front of the dam.  Visitors 18 years and older will need photo identification to enter the dam. Visitors will not be allowed to bring in purses, bags, cameras, cell phones, briefcases and similar items into secure areas of the dam. These items cannot be checked in with the security guards and should be left in visitors’ vehicles.  Visitor center access at the dam is subject to change without notice.

For more information about this event or other recreation opportunities at Ice Harbor Dam, call (509) 547-2048.

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