2. Basic Information
Heritage Tree #35, 1994. Planted in the late 19th century on the Jacob Kamm
estate.
Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)
Deciduous tree; thrives best in warm regions with fertile soils.
Native to Eastern North America, but very common in Portland.
Largest Black Walnut in the U.S. is on Sauvie’s Island and is 130 feet tall
with a 140 foot canopy spread.
Has extremely valuable wood that is use to make furniture, flooring, etc.
Has edible and tasty nuts, but are hard to open.
Heritage trees began being designated in 1994, so this tree is one of the
originals as it was designated that year.
Public location: SW Salmon and 14th Avenue. On the corner in front of
Lincoln High School.
Height: 85 feet; Circumference of the trunk: 13.8 feet; Spread of the canopy: 75
feet
3. Environment Surrounding
Heritage Tree #35
Located next to a busy intersection.
On school grounds; on sloped grounds.
Bus stop bench placed beneath the tree’s canopy.
5. Activity Surrounding the
Tree
Some squirrels running around the base.
High school students walk nearby.
Loud cars and buses are constantly passing the tree.
6. Added information
Provides shelter to those who need it.
Big.
Hard to fully appreciate the tree with all the noisy
distractions.
