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Department of A griculture, Office of Experiment Stations, Washington, D. C., March 21, 1910. Sir: I have the honor to transmit herewith a report on irrigation in Colorado, prepared under the direction of Samuel Fortier, chief of irrigation investigations, by C. W. Beach and P. J. Preston, lformer deputy state engineers of Colorado. This is one of the series .of reports on irrigation in the several arid States and Territories, pre ;pared by the irrigation investigations of this Office for the purpose of supplying to prospective settlers in the arid region the information vneeded by them. It is recommended that it be published as a bulletin of this Office. Respectfully, A. C. True, Director. Hon. James Wilson, Secretary of A griculture. B ull.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers back to the early 20th century, offering a comprehensive look at the state of irrigation in Colorado, a region that was undergoing a pivotal transformation. The author, drawing on detailed records and firsthand accounts, meticulously outlines the historical development of irrigation practices in the state, from the early days of small-scale canals built by individual farmers to the emergence of larger, more complex systems. The book delves into the intricate relationship between irrigation and the growth of various industries, including agriculture, mining, and power generation. It also examines the legal framework surrounding water rights and the evolving strategies for managing water resources in a region where water is a precious commodity. By showcasing the challenges and triumphs of irrigation development in Colorado, the book provides a fascinating glimpse into the enduring human struggle to harness nature's resources for prosperity. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333817053_0
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