Historic Columbia River Highway Reopens Near Multnomah Falls

Multnomah Falls and Benson Bridge. Tourists observe Multnomah Falls, Columbia River Gorge, Oregon. Photo courtesy of USDA Forest Service, photo by Cecilio Ricardo.

A major milestone in preserving one of Oregon’s most iconic roadways has been reached as the Historic Columbia River Highway east of Multnomah Falls reopened Friday, May 15, following months of restoration work.

The reopening marks the completion of repairs to the East Multnomah Falls Viaduct, the second of two elevated sections…

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