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About :: City InformationCascade Locks, OregonAbout the CityCascade Locks sits on the south shore of the Columbia River, 45 miles from downtown Portland. The city stretches for 4 miles along the shoreline, and is surrounded by green lush vegetation on three sides, and the deep blue of the Columbia River to the north. The north view towards the Washington Cascades is truly spectacular. The City of Cascade Locks first began to prosper in the late 1800's when construction of the navigation locks and the railroad brought many people to the area. Work was plentiful as the locks were completed in 1896, allowing for easier navigation of the river. In 1926 construction began on the man-made Bridge of the Gods, replacing the ancient and legendary natural stone bridge. The Bridge of the Gods was built to provide clearance over the rising waters behind Bonneville Dam. The United States Army Corps of Engineers opened the newly-constructed Bonneville Dam in 1937 and the Bridge of the Gods was raised in 1938. Those who live and work in this historic town know a good thing when they find it. The city's residents value their lifestyle options and intend to keep and improve them - from small town intimacy, to metropolitan proximity, to rural quiet - all amid a stunning setting and supported by high quality facilities and services. The City provides general government services as well as various utility services including: electrical distribution, cable television, water, sewer and streets services. Residents and employers benefit from the City's proximity to Mt. Hood Community College, a local junior college offering a full range of vocational training courses geared to meet the needs of area industries. Area industries are able to take advantage of superior transportation methods. The area is fully served by high-quality rail, highway, port and international air transportation. The City of Cascade Locks enjoys a temperate, seasonal climate with year round gardening and hiking. The area receives approximately 70 inches of rainfall during the months of October through May. Light accumulations of snow occur in January, February and March. The summers in Cascade Locks can be quite hot with temperatures reaching into the 80-100 degree range. To find out more about City of Cascade Locks contact: Columbia Gorge Economic Development Association
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