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Construction of the Moutoa floodgates

Construction of the Moutoa floodgates

Construction of the Moutoa floodgates

In 1959 work was under way on the Manawatū River floodgates – the biggest single flood-control measure on the river. They were activated during major floods in 1976, 2004 and 2006.

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Alexander Turnbull Library
Reference: 1/2-035233; F

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