Columbia-Snake locks to reopen

WALLA WALLA – . The Columbia-Snake River navigation system goes back into operation this month after months of repairs to navigation locks.

The locks at Ice Harbor, Lower Monumental, Little Goose and Lower Granite dams will go back into service March 15, the Walla Walla Union-Bulletin reported. On the Columbia River, the lock at McNary Dam will reopen March 17.

The next two dams, John Day Dam and Bonneville Dam, will reopen March 19. The final reopening will be March 24 when The Dalles Dam goes back into service.

Associated Press