WSP09166

• File Number: 5960
• Description: Flood Protection Section - Miscellaneous Publications
• State: CO
• Basin: Statewide
• Date: 9/1/1981
• Author: FEMA
• Title: Multi-Government Management of Floodplains in Small Watersheds - Federal Emergency Management Agency
• Water Supply Pro - Doc Type: Report/Study

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