we visited the felsenthal lock/dam system a few years ago. the guy said if it weren't for controls like that one, there wouldn't be an all year navigable river. it would drain down and then be too shallow in late summer.
i also know from reading the shelby foote books that many rivers were impassible once the spring rains were done; several boats were almost stranded on the red river during butler's campaign because they drew more water than remained by the time they were ready to head back down.
and riot, it's all well and good to post that stuff...but i read a letter to the editor today that explained the real reason all this is happening.
lack of prayer in school and before ball games. it's that simple.
but then, i want to ask the guy....back when there was prayer in school, why did weather tragedies occur? i wish i could ask him that.
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