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A perspective from Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley

That log jam: How long will it last?

Written February 9th, 2025 by Hasso Hering

The growing log jam under the railroad bridge across the Willamette River in Albany is slightly mysterious in at least a couple of ways.


Is this pile of river debris a problem yet?

Written May 7th, 2024 by Hasso Hering

After yet another winter, the log jam on one of the piers of the Albany railroad bridge has once again grown, and somebody asked me about it in a Facebook message.


Log pile leaves plenty of boating room

Written July 5th, 2023 by Hasso Hering

The massive log jam on the Albany railroad bridge across the Willamette River may look impressive but does not appear to be hampering navigation.


 
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