Importance of Flood Control Measures in Kansas and Oklahoma, 1951-08-17

Item — Box: 27, Folder: 36

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0009

Scope and Contents

The document includes letters from various individuals and organizations expressing their support for or concerns about flood control measures, specifically the construction of the Oolagah Dam in Oklahoma. The letters highlight the importance of proper flood control in the wake of recent devastation in Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma, and emphasize the need for careful consideration and study before implementing such measures. The writers advocate for a comprehensive flood control program that includes dredging, straightening rivers, retention dams, levees, dikes, and soil conservation, rather than solely relying on large dam projects. They also address opposition to the dam from certain oil interests and a minority group in Nowata County, stressing the importance of prioritizing the needs and safety of the larger community.

Dates

Creation: 1951-08-17

Creator

From the Collection: Schwabe, George Blaine, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1951-1952); 8th Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives (1921-1923); Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from Nowata County (1919-1923), 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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