Morton Arboretum : Photographic image : Bridge and dam across DuPage River (west branch) [3.2979]

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Miller, W. L.

Bridge and dam across DuPage River (west branch)

Identifier

3.2979

Format

b&w photographic print mounted on board

Digitization Status

Digitized

Reproduction:

Unknown

Dimensions

26.7 cm W x 34.3 cm H (Item)

Extent

1 photograph

Type

Photographic image

Date created

1950s

Description

Bridge and dam across DuPage River (west branch)

Bridge and dam with gates designed by Clarence Godshalk to control water level of Lake Jopamaca.

Replaced the artificial concrete & stone rapids built in 1930's. This bridge/gate taken out around 1980

Spatial Coverage

The Morton Arboretum, Lisle, Illinois