Flood Water Retarding Structure

Photograph of Flood water retarding structure. Site No. 16, Mill Creek subwatershed of the Washita River. Construction work completed Dec. 23, 1957. Near south end of embankment lookin gtoward auxiliary spillway. Mr. Jack Penner, landowner, on left, and Mr. Frank Dillard, construction inspector, right. Drain valve open to keep water level down until sodding is completed.
Date: January 30, 1958
Creator: McCray, V. H.
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