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The Dalles Bridge

Fixed · Fixed

The Dalles Bridge is a fixed bridge with spans charted from 81 ft to 100 ft of vertical clearance, measured to a local datum.

Vertical clearance
81 ft
lowest span, above a local datum
Horizontal
551 ft
channel width
Location
45.610°, -121.140°
Washington

Clearances are from NOAA chart US5WA3CT, measured to a local datum. The clearance shown is the lowest charted for any of its spans. Actual clearance is lower whenever the water stands above that level. Always confirm against your vessel's air draft and the posted clearance gauge before transiting.

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Frequently asked

What is the clearance under The Dalles Bridge?+

The Dalles Bridge is a fixed bridge with spans charted from 81 ft to 100 ft of vertical clearance, measured to a local datum. These figures are from NOAA chart data. Real clearance drops whenever the water stands above the level they are measured to, so leave a margin for your air draft.

Tides & conditions at this crossing

Clearance under The Dalles Bridge shrinks as the water rises. Check the water level and marine conditions at the nearest NOAA station, Beacon Rock State Park (43 mi away).

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