Discover the untold story of the Sacramento Weir, an engineering marvel that has safeguarded California’s Central Valley for over a century. From Native tribal stewardship to Gold Rush levees, to modern flood control innovations, this video explores how history, ingenuity, and community continue to shape the future of flood management in the Sacramento Valley.
00:00 Introduction
00:57 Tribal Nation History
01:37 Gold Rush Levees
02:22 Sacramento River Flood Control Project
03:32 Sacramento Weir Design
05:02 Construction History
06:15 Modern Threats & Upgrades
More project info: https://www.spk.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Sacramento-Levee-Upgrades/Sacramento-Weir/
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