CozAtruction of Kennewick Division facilities began in January 1953, and were completed in January 1958. Cascade Irrigation District rehabilitation and betterment work began February 1974 and was completed in May 1975. The record of crop production on the Yakima Project is outstanding. Nearly one-half million acres of sagecovered lands have been transformed into one of the richest agricultural areas in the Nation. Yakima County ranks first among all counties of the United States in the production of apples, mint, and hops.
Principal crops are fruit, vegetables, forage, hops, and mint.
Recreation and Fish and Wildlife Bumping, Rimrock, and Clear Lakes are in Snoqualmie National Forest. The rugged mountain terrain, surrounded by coniferous forests, creates magnificent scenic settings. Cabins, camping, boating, and fishing are available at Bumping Lake. Much of the shoreland at Clear Lake is reserved for group camp use. Rimrock Lake is used intensively by fishermen and other recreationists.