" THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST: PUTTING WATER TO WORK " 1965 EDUCATIONAL FILM GG45595

This film, "The Pacific Northwest: Putting Water to Work" was created by Encyclopedia Brittanica in 1965. It provides an overview of the diverse characteristics and industries of the Pacific Northwest, highlightiing the region's varied landscapes, climates, and economic activities.
0:31-0:36: The Pacific Northwest is busy with booming industries, particularly manufacturing.
1:02-1:07: Rapid growth of cities is noted.
1:10-1:12: The region is heavily forested, making lumbering a significant industry.
1:15-1:17: The Northwest is also known for its abundant water resources, ideal for fishing and vacationing.
1:25-1:31: East of the mountains, dry farming and irrigation are practiced due to low rainfall.
1:38-1:44: The Pacific Northwest is a land of extreme contrasts, with diverse climates and landscapes.
1:48-2:00: The region is divided into five areas: lower coastal mountains, lowland valleys, the Cascade Range, dry plateaus and basins, and the Rocky Mountains.
2:22-2:30: Air masses from the Pacific cause heavy rains on the windward slopes of the mountains.
2:31: Descending air masses leave the leeward slopes dry or semi-arid.
2:41: Rain and snow fall on the Rocky Mountains, forming major rivers.
2:55: Water is crucial to the Pacific Northwest, supporting various industries.
3:04: Fishermen harvest large quantities of seafood, including salmon.
3:20: Fish processing.
3:43: Dams were built for flood control and irrigation, with fish ladders to help salmon spawn.
4:13: Rainfall nourishes vast forests, particularly on the Olympic Peninsula.
4:33: Lumbering is a major industry, with trees growing to enormous heights.
5:02: Modern loggers use power chainsaws and safety helmets.
5:11: The process of cutting and transporting logs is described.
6:04: Logs are transported to mills or sorting ponds.
6:26: Water is used to sort logs by quality.
6:43-6:53: Logs are floated to sawmills or pulp mills.
7:07-7:12: Logs are trimmed and sawed into lumber.
7:14-7:16: Lumber is shipped to various destinations, including foreign countries.
7:21: Lower-grade logs are processed into pulp for paper products.
7:34: Conservation practices ensure a continuous supply of trees.
8:00: Harvested areas are cleared to allow new seedlings to grow.
8:13: The area between the coastal ranges and the Cascades is moist year-round.
8:21-8:24: The Puget Sound lowlands and Willamette Valley are productive farming areas.
8:31-8:34: Ample water for irrigation is available even during dry periods.
8:36-8:39: The Willamette Valley is a major agricultural center.
8:45-8:47: The valley produces a variety of berries and fruits.
9:00-9:03: Salem, Oregon, is a key city for canning and freezing facilities.
9:16-9:21: Portland, Oregon, is a major seaport and commercial center.
9:31-9:35: Portland is known as the "City of Roses."
9:43-9:49: Seattle, Washington, has a mild, moist climate that supports year-round flower growth.
9:53-9:55: Seattle is a major cargo port.
10:04-10:07: The Space Needle is a landmark in Seattle.
10:12-10:15: Seattle has industries for building and repairing ships and boats.
10:20-10:23: Aircraft manufacturing is a significant industry near Seattle.
10:36-10:42: The Puget Sound lowlands are a major agricultural area.
11:02: The Cascade Range forms the eastern border of the valleys.
11:18-11:20: Mount Rainier is a prominent feature in the Cascades.
11:27-11:31: The Cascades are known for their scenic attractions and waterfalls.
12:09-12:12: Crater Lake is a deep, blue lake in an extinct volcano.
12:20-12:22: Rivers irrigate fertile valleys.
12:25-12:30: Interior Washington is a leading apple-growing region.
12:35-12:39: The interior is semi-arid.
13:02: Steep-walled canyons called coulees.
13:22: Dry Falls
13:41: Columbia Plateau.
13:52-13:55: Wheat crop
14:02-14:06: Farmers use dry farming techniques to conserve moisture.
14:12: The Rocky Mountains enclose the basin areas.
14:22: Spokane is the major city in the interior region.
15:45: Rivers have carved deep paths through the rocks.
15:59: Hell's Canyon is a deep gorge carved by the Snake River.
16:08-16:10: The Columbia River flows through Washington for over 700 miles.
16:16-16:18: The river cuts through the Cascades and approaches the Pacific.
16:26-16:29: Dams have been built to control flooding and provide irrigation.
16:37: The Grand Coulee Dam
17:05-17:07: Water from the reservoir irrigates millions of acres of land.
17:24: The dams also provide hydroelectric power.
18:00: Water resources support industries in Spokane, Portland, and Seattle.
18:15-18:20: Summation and end.
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