Oroville Dam Site CA Billboard Postcard Feather River Project 1960s
$ 3.7
Description
Oroville Dam Site CA Billboard Postcard Feather River Project 1960s. The billboard proudly announces the "WORLD'S HIGHEST FILL DAM" under construction, detailing its impressive statistics: a height of 735 ft., a capacity of 3,500,000 acre ft., and 167 miles of shoreline. This vintage postcard captures a significant moment in California's history, showcasing a large billboard at the Oroville Dam Site. The billboard proudly announces the "WORLD'S HIGHEST FILL DAM" under construction, detailing its impressive statistics: a height of 735 ft., a capacity of 3,500,000 acre ft., and 167 miles of shoreline. The illustration on the billboard provides an aerial view of the dam and its expansive reservoir, highlighting the engineering marvel in progress. Text on the billboard emphasizes the dam's purpose within the Feather River Project, promising flood protection, irrigation, and power for California, with names of key figures like Governor Edmund G. Brown and Director William E. Warne. Published by Eastman's Studio in Susanville, California, this collectible postcard offers a unique glimpse into the mid-20th century development of California's water infrastructure. The color photochrome printing technique vividly brings the scene to life, from the lush green landscape surrounding the construction site to the clear blue waters depicted. This piece is a valuable historical artifact for collectors interested in California history, civil engineering, dam construction, or vintage Americana, documenting a monumental achievement in resource management. SHIPPING COST: ALL ORDERS ARE EXPIDITED, ORDERS ARE TYPICALLY SHIPPED WITHIN TWO HOURS OF MY RECEIPT OF PAYMENT UNLESS I AM OUT OF TOWN SOURCING NEW ITEMS OR MY STORE IS IN VACATION MODE BOTH OF THESE MITIGATING FACTORS ARE RARE. SEE MULTIPLE SCANS OF ITEM. Please use eBay magnifier for a more detailed view of the item. CONDITION: Moderate wear and some soiling. Combined shipping always available on multiple items. PLEASE USE THE E-BAY SHOPPING CART AS IT MAKES COMBINED SHIPPING EASIER TO SEE. Thank you! I have a great passion for collecting postcards, photographs and ephemera. My store offers many rare and hard to find items as well as always being able to guarantee their authenticity as vintage and genuine. Each week I will be posting rare, unusual, high-quality and unique items for the advanced, intermediate and beginning collector. Our items are ALWAYS vintage. Please bookmark our store and I look forward to helping you build your collections!
