Wooden water gauge that was used to measure the height of the Columbia River water levels in the Cascade Locks and Canal.
The wooden water gauge is about 64 inches tall with number markings on the front of the wood. There is a track with a metal chain and marker that could be moved up and down to gauge the water level. The wood has extensive water damage.
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Number
Location
Front of gauge
Language
English
Material/Technique
Etched
Notes
Numbering system to gauge water levels.
Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Gauge, Water
Nomenclature Class
Weights & Measures T&E
Nomenclature Category
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology
Dimensions
Height
64-1/4 in
Width
2 in
Length
4-3/4 in
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Material Notes
Gauge is wood with metal chain.
Colors
Color
Gray, Black, Yellow, Green
Color Notes
Water gauge was painted gray but damage had caused yellow, black, green, and multi-color discoloration.
