The dike that let the water into Vanport
Title
The dike that let the water into Vanport
Description
The dike that let the water into Vanport, seen from above facing south toward Portland. The picture dates from several days after the flood (May 1948). A railroad trestle had been built across the break to resume train traffic. The building on the left closest to the break is Columbia Hall, the principal college building.
Date
May 1948
Format
JPG file
Original Format
Photo print
Physical Dimensions
5" x 7"
Files
Collection
Citation
“The dike that let the water into Vanport,” Portland State University, accessed January 24, 2020, https://exhibits.library.pdx.edu/items/show/203.
