Colorado water management in the early 1920s comes alive in this official report, offering practical data and clear historical context.
This twenty-first biennial volume documents the work of the State Engineer and staff during 1921–1922. It covers office operations, financial statements, water filings, and the planning of irrigation and drainage projects, along with hydrographic work and the administration of water distribution. The book also profiles officers and engineers who guided Colorado’s water resources, making it a valuable reference for researchers and historians.
Exactly what you’ll find follows a steady, easy-to-scan pattern: practical data, project notes, and organizational details that illuminate how water and power resources were managed in that era.
Ideal for readers of Colorado history, public works, and the development of irrigation and water governance.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book meticulously documents the activities of the State Engineer's office between 1919 and 1922. Beginning with an overview of the office's jurisdiction and financial responsibilities, the author then delves into a detailed report on the administration of water rights within the state. This section includes insightful discussions of water filings, reservoir plans, supplemental statements and the licensing of engineers and land surveyors. Notably, the book also sheds light on the emerging field of interstate water management through discussions of compacts and legal battles over water rights. Through the author's meticulous documentation and analysis, this book provides valuable insights into the evolution of water resource management in Colorado during a pivotal period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780365953609_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780365953609
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780365953609
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