The Dam Near Illiniwek Forest Preserve – Another Perspective

Black and white photograph of the construction of the Mississippi River Dam #14, featuring cranes and steel framework in progress, with workers and vehicles visible along the construction site.

Found this picture of Mississippi River Dam #14 and wanted to share. Yes, this is the dam between Rapid City and Hampton, taken in 1937 from the upstream Iowa side.

An amazing feat, taming the river enough to build this within her.


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