Water Management in Central Valley: Shasta Dam and Beyond, 1951-01-01 - 1951-12-31
Item — Box: 3, Folder: 30
Identifier: CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0002
The text describes various dams and reservoirs in California's Central Valley, including Shasta Dam, Keswick Dam, Folsom Dam, and Friant Dam. These structures store water for irrigation, power generation, flood control, and other purposes. The Central Valley Project aims to double the irrigated area in the valley and provide water to currently dry lands. The project also includes canals, powerhouses, and other facilities to distribute water to farms and communities. The text highlights the importance of water management in the region for agriculture, industry, and recreation.
Dates
- 1951-01-01 - 1951-12-31
Language of Materials
English
Extent
2 Pages
Overview
82nd (1951-1953)
General
Native Americans
Creator
- From the Collection: Belcher, Page Henry, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma (1951-1973), 1899-1980 (Person)
- TypeCollection
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository