The Whitney Irrigation District was formed in 1922 and construction of Whitney Lake and a network of pipelines and irrigation ditches that brought much-needed water to the area was completed in 1925. Our thanks to Dixie Thompson, Secretary of the district for making these photographs available.
Surveyors and area farmers near Whitney Lake. This photo was likely taken in about 1923.
Surveyors and area farmers near Whitney Lake. This photo was likely taken in about 1923.
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