WSP10371

• File Number: 8111.805
• Description: Arkansas River Compact Administration - Keesee Ditch
• Basin: Arkansas
• Date: 1/1/1986
• Author: HRS Engineering
• Title: Keesee Ditch Change of Water Rights Vol 1 - Historical Operation of Kessee Ditch
• Water Supply Pro - Doc Type: Publication

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