Oak Grove project, looking east through pipe
- OrgLot151_PGE16-463
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- 1923-06-19
Photograph looking down a large pipe, showing the outline of a person.
Oak Grove project, looking east through pipe
Photograph looking down a large pipe, showing the outline of a person.
Oak Grove project, party at Dead Horse Slide
Photograph showing men and horses standing on a trail cutting through a rocky slope. They are facing away from the camera and mounted. Written on the negative is “E301.09-O-27” and “43.” Image note: “Sherrard, Cravey, Caldwell” written on negative sleeve).
Oak Grove project, Excavating for powerhouse site
Photograph showing a group of men excavating a hillside at the Oak Grove powerhouse site. Next to the group are two large metal buckets, which are attached to a hook and pulley.
Oak Grove project, floor under unit #1
Photograph taken from a high angle looking downward at floor construction for the Oak Grove powerhouse. Wood, pipes, and metal framework can be seen in the floor, while workers can be seen throughout the image. A man is standing on a section of floor with a wooden circle, next to a tripod total station (Image note: deterioration can be seen on the negative along the bottom edge).
Oak Grove project, placing first concrete in powerhouse
Photograph taken from a high angle looking downward at the Oak Grove powerhouse site, showing the first cement being placed. Several men are gathered around the bottom section of a wooden chute extending towards a floor with metal framework. The Oak Grove Fork of the Clackamas River is visible in the background. (Image note: deterioration can be seen on the bottom left corner of the negative).
Oak Grove project, powerhouse sub structure
Photograph showing men standing next to a round wooden structure during construction at the Oak Grove powerhouse. Two of the men lean on the structure while looking towards the camera. Wooden and metal framing can be seen throughout the image.
Oak Grove project, camp #2 near South Fork
Photograph taken from dirt road looking downhill towards a temporary camp made up of canvas tents and wooden buildings. There is snow in the ground throughout the image, and in the background is a steep hillside with trees. Written on the negative is “E301.09-O-60.”
Oak Grove project, setting up first column at powerhouse
Photograph showing six men working next to a large metal column at the Oak Grove powerhouse. Around the group are piles of cut lumber, tools, and metal and wood building framework. A recently logged hillside can be seen in the background. (Image note: some discoloration can be seen along the left side of the negative).
Photograph taken from a high angle and looking downwards at construction of the Oak Grove powerhouse, with the Clackamas River visible at the left of the frame. Metal and wood framework can be seen throughout the image, with numerous workers and lumber piles also visible. A railroad track and dirt road cut through the hillside and extend into the distance.
Oak Grove project, welder working at powerhouse
Photograph taken from a side angle, showing a man welding at the construction site of the Oak Grove powerhouse. He is facing towards a metal structure, and is wearing a hat, welding goggles, and gloves. In the background, several other men look towards the camera.
Oak Grove project, electrical bay of powerhouse showing conduits
Photograph showing an incomplete electrical bay at the Oak Grove dam, with several man visible throughout the frame. Electrical conduits can be seen on the floor, with wood and steel on the supporting walls. A dirt hillside can be seen in the background behind the far wall.
Oak Grove project, men with wooden boards
Photograph showing a group of men standing with piles of cut wooden boards and logs. One man leans down while the rest of the group looks on. In the foreground is a steam tractor with an attached belt used to run the saw blade. Written on the negative is “E301.09-O-105.”
Photograph showing a camp area with tent cabins and small wood buildings, taken from slightly uphill. Behind the structures is the Clackamas River and a wooded hillside. Written on the negative is “E301.09-O-110.”
Oak Grove project, generator weighing sixty tons
Photograph showing a large generator component being moved with steel cables inside the Oak Grove powerhouse. In the background, a man can be seen looking upwards, while another is visible at the front of the frame looking towards the camera.
Oak Grove project, contractors and engineers
Photograph showing five men in boots and work jackets facing forward, with a small railroad car on railroad tracks. Left to right: W.L Sharp, R.C. Mcllwee, H.A. Rands, C.P. Dunn (Image note: some discoloration visible at right side of negative).
Oak Grove project, group standing on pipe at lower portal of tunnel #2
Photograph showing a group of men standing on large pipes. The men at the right of the frame look towards the camera, and are wearing hats with suit vests or dress shirts. They are Clark, Franklin T. Griffith, Fuller, Caldwell, and Osborne. Four men can be seen on the left side of the frame with tools, leaning towards the pipe work. A tunnel entrance can be seen in the background.
Oak Grove Project construction
Photograph of Oak Grove project showing second unit penstock, looking uphill. Two men are visible.
Oak Grove project, attaching coils to rotor of generator
Photograph showing two men in hats and coveralls working with a generator component at the Oak Grove powerhouse. One man is facing towards the unit, while another looks towards the camera while facing towards the left. Wooden blocks can be seen under the rotor, which is on the ground.
Oak Grove, new electric shovel at Cazadero quarry
Photograph showing a quarry of loose dirt and rock, with a man standing next to an electric shovel vehicle. An arm extends from the machine over a pile of dirt and tree branches. In the background, a broken hillside can be seen. Written on the negative is “E301.09-O-112” and “R-1.”
Photograph of interior of Station P at Oak Grove project showing two pieces of large round (generator?) equipment. The building is industrial with large windows on visible walls.
Photograph of interior of Station P at Oak Grove project showing generator equipment from Pelton Motor Wheel Company. The building is industrial with large windows on visible walls.
Oak Grove Project construction
Photograph of Oak Grove Dam showing second intake unit generator and five employees in work clothing. Four of the individuals are standing below ground inside the machinery, while one stands further back at ground level. The building in industrial, with large windows on all visible walls. In the background is another generator unit.
Oak Grove Project construction, second unit wheel base
Photograph, taken from a high angle, showing three men looking at the camera in a large wheel base. Two of the men are standing at the center, and one is sitting casually at the side. The standing men appear to be using a surveying tool on a tripod.
Oak Grove Project construction
Photograph of Oak Grove Dam showing second intake unit generator and five employees in work clothing standing inside the machinery. The building in industrial, with large windows on all visible walls.
Photograph of the lodge building at Cazadero Dam/Station G showing exterior features. Several rocking chairs can be seen on the porch, and foliage grows on the wooden support beams.
Man with electrical generator at Oak Grove Dam
Photograph showing a man facing towards a large electrical generator at the Oak Grove Dam. On his right is a stairway leading to the upper level of the generator, which is in a large industrial powerhouse building. Written on the negative is "49-291."
Photograph, looking towards the powerhouse structure at the Oak Grove Dam. Large pipes can be seen behind the building, extending up a large hill towards a tank at the top. To the left of the stone building, a retaining wall and metal frame structure can be seen. Written on the negative is "49-289."
Interior of powerhouse at Oak Grove Dam
Photograph showing the interior of the powerhouse at the Oak Grove Dam on the Clackamas River. Two large electrical units can be seen, with upper walkways. The building is a large industrial space with tall windows. Written on the negative is "49-293."