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Ament Dam: A Forgotten Fortress in Time By John Stoeckl Updated: Jun 22, 2021 04:39 PM A A The first time you see the structure, you would think it was a medieval “castle in the woods”. The date “1911” is etched between two arches indicating this place is truly a forgotten structure in time. Left abandoned long ago to the visions of artisans and graffiti enthusiasts. But it’s not a castle. Named the “Ament dam”, it once was a power and water source to the city of grants pass.