The century-old dam has caused several near drownings in the Willamette River. A draft study commissioned by Eugene Public Works recommends removing it, although the findings are informational and don’t commit the city to any action.
Tag: Willamette River low-head dam danger
The concrete low-head dam in the Willamette River between Eugene and Springfield has frequently trapped rafters or inner-tubers in its treacherous, powerful currents — while local governments have been locked in a loop of inaction. But there is a movement to fix or remove the dam. Here is an archive of our coverage.

