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Roy Allis was an early, prominent citizen of Oronoco. Mr. Allis donated the park land by the dam to Olmsted County after the present dam was constructed in 1937. A major renovation was done in 1966 which included a new dock and boat launching ramp. Olmsted County provided the materials; the work was done by Pat Hall, the operator of the Oronoco Dam. A 19th century millstone is mounted in the park, a reminder of the mill that once operated here. This small park is a great place to launch a canoe out into Lake Shady. Alternatively, it is an excellent destination for a canoe trip that started in the Zumbro River near the New Haven bridge. Foregoing the physical activity, just watching the water pour over the dam can be a mesmerizing form of relaxation. Park facilities also include fishing.
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