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<br />1955 and 1959 storms were storms over the upper portion
<br />of the watershed with little precipitation being recorded
<br />in Grand Junction. The 1958 flood is the only flood with
<br />documentation on flood heights and damages. The storm
<br />caused sediment and water damage to residences, business
<br />establishments and streets. The total damage was
<br />estimated at $25,000.00. Considerable overland flow
<br />resul ted but depths were not excessive (Reference 3).
<br />The 1958 flood has been estimated to be greater than the
<br />100-year flood.
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<br />Figure 2 shows photographs taken during and after the June 6, 1958
<br />flood. Figure 3 shows a schematic drawing of the extent of flooding
<br />from the 1958 flood. The drawing was obtained from the U.S. Army
<br />Corps of Engineers.
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<br />Indian Wash channel and overflow area looking southwest
<br />into Grand Junction. Buildings are along North Avenue.
<br />June 6, 1958 (Daily Sentinel Photo)
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