Photograph showing the construction of the spillway at the River Mill Dam. At the left side of the frame, a portion of a wooden suspension bridge can be seen. Behind, a railroad bridge spans the space between two cliffs, beyond which wooden buildings are visible. Written on the negative is “#84M. 1-28-11.”
Photograph of the River Mill Dam, showing recently cut trees and possibly dam structure under construction. Water can be seen at the front of the frame.
Photograph showing the left bank of the Clackamas River at the river Mill Dam, taken from the “island.” Near the center of the frame, two men in long jackets stand next to a surveying station. To the left, another man in a hat and jacket looks at the camera. In the distance, men can be seen working on the dam spillway. Written on the negative is “#70M. 11-28-10.”
Photograph showing the camp at the River Mill Dam site, taken from the top of the railroad bridge. Snow blankets the ground throughout the image, and numerous wooden buildings an be seen. Written on the negative is “82M.”
Photograph showing the camp at the River Mill Dam site, taken from the top of the railroad bridge. Snow blankets the ground throughout the image, and numerous wooden buildings an be seen. Written on the negative is “82M.”
Photograph showing a loose hillside with railroad tracks and a gravel pit at the Big Sandy Dam (likely the Marmot Dam). Multiple men can be seen standing on and near the tracks. At the top of a hill is a small wooden structure and platform. Written on the negative is “B.S.56.”
Photograph showing an excavated area with dirt, water, and gravel. In the distance, buildings, trees, and hillsides can be seen. Also visible in the distance is Mt. Hood. Written on the negative is “0256.”
Photograph of Bull Run reservoir showing dike and temporary falsework for construction of intake. A man in a long coat and hat stands on the dike looking forward. In the background, trees and buildings are visible.
Photograph showing construction at the Big Sandy Dam (likely the Marmot Dam). Several workers are visible on top of the wooden dam structure next to the Sandy River. Uphill are several small wooden platforms and buildings. Written on the negative is “BS-20.”
Photograph taken from a high angle showing the penstocks at the Little Sandy Dam. In the distance, numerous utility poles and electric lines are visible. Construction debris litters the ground throughout the image. Written on the negative is “0346.”
Photograph showing men in work wear standing next to a large Y shape penstock. The metal penstock is seated on long pieces of wood with visible writing on different sections. A railroad track can be seen crossing through the front of the frame.
Photograph showing men working on a large wood frame structure. Pieces of wood and tools can be seen throughout the image, and a ladder can be seen in the bottom right corner. Written on the negative is “Intake, Bull Run, 2-26-12 (67).”
Photograph taken from a high angle showing a bridge over the Little Sandy River during snowfall. In the distance, men can be seen spraying water out of a hose towards the river. On the left side of the bank is a wooden structure surrounded by trees. Is the distance, snowy trees can be seen on a hillside. Written on the negative is “0261.”
Photograph showing one man spraying water out of a large hose, while another man in a suit looks on. In the background is a train car with “P.R.RY.L. &P.Co” written on the side. Construction debris can be seen throughout the image. Written on the negative is “0348.”
Photograph taken from a high angle showing a man in a hat and long jacket standing in a incomplete switch room. The floor is lined with metal mesh sheeting with pipes. Written on the negative is “E301-0-3420.”
Photograph taken from a side angle showing the incomplete powerhouse at the Little Sandy Dam. The building is surrounded by wooden scaffolding, with wood debris littering the ground. Works can be seen throughout the image. Written on the negative is “#23 Oct, 10. 1911.”
Photograph showing three men standing next to a metal utility structure at the top of the transformer house at the Little Sandy Dam. Two of the men are in work wear, while a third is wearing a suit and hat. Trees and hills can be seen in the distance. Written on the negative is “E301-0-3402.”
Photograph showing the exterior to power plant buildings at the Little Sandy Dam, seen in a wooded setting. Two large buildings can be seen on a hillside, each with large windows. The building near the left side of the frame also includes transformer infrastructure on its roof. Written on the negative is “0356.”
Photograph showing construction at the Big Sandy Dam (likely the Marmot Dam). In the foreground, two men stand on top of the wooden spillway structure, while other works can be seen in the background towards the hillside. Gravel and more wood can be seen towards the top of the hill. Written on the image is B.S-37.”
Photograph of Bull Run powerhouse, with two buildings. The river is visible on the right side at the bottom of the building. Trees and transmission lines are visible in the distance.
Photograph showing the incomplete interior of the powerhouse building at the Little Sandy Dam. Near the center of the frame, a man stands with folded arms looking towards the camera. Wooden scaffolding is visible throughout the image. In the background, a hillside of dirt and debris can be seen outside the building. Written on the negative is “E301-0-3405.” (Image note: discoloration visible at the right side of the frame).
Photograph showing the interior of the high tension switch room at the Little Sandy River Dam. Multiple electrical units and insulators can be seen throughout the photograph. Written on the negative is “0354.”
Photograph showing three men with a lumber carrier on a railroad track. Th men are looking at the camera and standing on the railroad car, which is loaded with planks of cut wood. In the background are piles of dirt and lumber. Written on the negative is “0258.”
Photograph of a rooming house building in the Little Sandy Dam area, with several people seated on a large porch while looking towards the camera. The building is two stories, with decorative points visible on the roof. Foliage and trees can be seen throughout the image. Written on the negative is “0-335.”