Inland waters subject file, 1901-1982.

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Inland waters subject file, 1901-1982.

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Series 4 of record group 85-37 consists of inland water subject file for the years 1901-1982. Consists of reports, correspondence, data sheets, drawings, maps, publications, and photographs. The records were used by the Department for information gathering purposes. Some pamphlets were created to help citizens with construction projects and property investment. Of note is the material on flood control and flooding as well as the water levels of inland lakes.

8 mss. boxes.

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