[Rapid waters formed at Austin Dam after Colorado River flood]
Description:
Photograph of high, rapid waters of the Colorado River at the site of the former Austin Dam. The dam was built in 1890 in an attempt to bring industry to the city, but failed after upriver storms sent a flood cracking the dam and killing eight people when the powerhouse flooded.
Date:
1900
Creator:
Hill, S.B.
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Partner:
Austin History Center, Austin Public Library