anaheim-gazette 1935-09-19

Anaheim, Calif. 19, 1935 Save This Page for Intensive Study and Reference, and to Sh Flood Control Every W TO TPEOPLE OF ORANGE COUNTY:— Major problems face all residents and property owners problewhich demand immediate solution. Os to prevent the danger of disastrous floods which swept our fertile valleys, bringing huge property losses to children. Solution is the conservation of all possible water supplies created continuous water supply is needed to maintain p and perity of farms and cities, and to guard against the Oshing storm waters, instead of flooding built-up areas be ched by a series of dams, and released in quantities cap basinm which most of the ranches and cities of Orange co On this way can the menace of floods be removed and foreviiminated. In this way, too much water in the unusu Oshing storm waters, instead of flooding built-up areas be ched by a series of dams, and released in quantities capable of basinm which most of the ranches and cities of Orange county. On this way can the menace of floods be removed and foreviminated. In this way, too much water in the unusually damao Orange county, and at the same time this water reservoir use during the dry season when it is most urgent. Two problems are in reality ONE PROBLEM, which is a Floontrol and Water Conservation bond issue is submitted upon a Federal grant of approximately one-half of the gram by the U.S. Army Engineers free of all local p The need Flood Control and Water Conservation plan submitted for approval on Oct. 4 provides for the total expenditure of $12,90. Of thount, $6,620,000 is to be provided by a local bond issue of the G County Flood Control District, while the remaining $6,375 is to come as a grant from the Federal government as part of thonal public works and job-building program. Unless the Federal is made, with Army Engineers conducting the project, the G county bonds cannot be issued. This les all danger of a half-way program. Either the ENTIRE PROC will be carried out, with a maximum of flood protection and conservation for every portion of the county, or none of it, in whise the bonds would not be issued and there would be no cost payers. The Control and Water Conservation plan submitted for the approvers on Oct. 4 has been completed after many years of study the expenditure of approximately $300,000 of county tax monitoring engineering studies, collecting water and flood control facts figures, and drawing up of plans for the work to be done. The control and water investigations have been carried forward at thent demand, and with the approval of thousands of Oranity taxpayers. The has been checked and approved by a board of the most competent neeers available, and is recommended as a program based upon on sense, sound engineering principles, and the necessities of Oranity's urgent need for protection from flood damage and drought. The designed to provide the maximum of protection for the mininf expenditure: to check any flood 2½ times as great as the fl 1916, which did in excess of $1,800,000 damage to Orange county to conserve an average of approximately 40,000 acre feet of water year in the underground basin which has been depleted The has been checked and approved by a board of the most competent engineers available, and is recommended as a program based upon sense, sound engineering principles, and the necessities of Orounty's urgent need for protection from flood damage and droug. The is designed to provide the maximum of protection for the minifl expenditure: to check any flood 2½ times as great as the fl 1916, which did in excess of $1,800,000 damage to Orange county to conserve an average of approximately 40,000 acre feet of war year in the underground basin which has been depleted so gr hat much pumping is being done from sea level. Maps, regulations and individuals have contributed their time and though working out of this program; hundreds of conferences have held; and the completed plan is submitted as representing the combined judgment of all interested parties with the future welfare, and development of Orange county at heart. Like all hundertakings, the plan may not be entirely perfect, but it seems far perfect as can be worked out for the protection of Orounty without excessive cost. Ambers of the Board of Supervisors of the Orange County former duty by hiring the best engineers, perfecting this fully, incerely and, honestly as we can, and to the extent it becomes YOUR duty to study and learn the facts, the Countd the methods planned to be employed to meet those on Oct 4. A two-thirds vote is required for approval of the 000 adnal by the Federal government, and it is hoped that the remay truly represent the will of the people for many Sincerely yours, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE ORANG W. C. Jerome LeRoy Lyon Publisher information of voters in conformity with Section Control and Water Facility Every Voter Should Know Property owners interested in the future of Orange County; floods which at intervals of several years—as in 1916—have property losses and danger to lives of men, women, and water supplies in this naturally semi-arid land where an intention to maintain present values and provide for future growth against the danger of drought. Built-up areas and wasting themselves into the sea, should quantities capable of being absorbed into the underground soil of Orange county derive their water supplies. Removed and the waste of precious water into the ocean be in the unusually rainy years can be prevented from doing to maintain present values and provide for future growth against the danger of drought. building built-up areas and wasting themselves into the sea, should quantities capable of being absorbed into the underground basins of Orange county derive their water supplies. The removed and the waste of precious water into the ocean be better in the unusually rainy years can be prevented from doing so this water can be saved, in the natural underground it is most urgently needed. BLEM, which is to be solved on October 4 when the matter of issue is submitted for the approval of Orange county voters, totally one-half of the total cost of the project, and carrying out free of all local political control. Fair settlement of divergent claims have been sought and agreed upon; dam sites have been thoroughly explored and found safe; and every effort has been made to provide against damage and loss of life from floods for all time to come while at the same time adding 40,000 acre feet of water per year—now wasted—to our diminishing underground supply. All portions of the county menaced by floods and lowering water levels have been included in the benefits to be derived from the carrying out of this program. All streams carrving flood water are included in the plan, and it provides a county-wide development and safety project of paramount importance. As the need for flood protection and water saving is being carried out, it will mean the employment of 3000 to 6000 workers for one year or more. 90 per cent of whom must be selected through the National Employment Service, with preference in all cases being given residents of Orange county. This will provide jobs for every employable person in Orange county during the period of construction, and save probably $309,000 to $400,000 in relief costs which would be borne by taxpayers. It is planned that all projects shall be carried out simultaneously, with preference to none, and this will insure fairness to all residents and all districts affected. Nearly thirteen million dollars will be expended, for wages, supplies, lands, and rights-of-wav, and all manner of services, which should prove a great stimulus to business and commercial interests throughout the county. Possible savings under this estimate will lessen the amount of bonds to be issued. All work will be carried out by United States Army Engineers, insuring the maximum of efficiency, and removing these expenditures entirely from any local control. Nearly thirteen million dollars will be expended, for wages, supplies, lands, and rights-of-wav, and all manner of services, which should prove a great stimulus to business and commercial interests throughout the county. Possible savings under this estimate will lessen the amount of bonds to be issued. All work will be carried out by United States Army Engineers, insuring the maximum of efficiency, and removing these expenditures entirely from any local control. All agreements between divergent water interests have been reached openly and fairly, and every effort has been made to inform voters of the facts. The fullest investigation of the plan is solicited by voters, and an information office has been opened at 512 North Main street, Santa Ana, where all facts, figures, and details are available. Come to this office and get the FACTS of this program which is of vital importance to every man, woman, and child planning to live in Orange County in the future. Of the Orange County Flood Control district, we have perfected this program, and submitting the facts to you as required to the extent that funds will permit. Learn the facts, to inform yourself of the needs of Orange County to meet those needs, and to express your will at the polls for approval of the $6,620,000 bond issue and the gift of $6,374,- but it is hoped that ALL VOTERS may cast their ballots so that people for many years to come. OF THE ORANGE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT, John Mitchell, chairman, Vy Lyon Willard Smith N. E. West Community with Section 6,Orange County Flood Control Act. You Will Vote October 4 Upon The Following Program Protection from destructive floods. One flood such as that of 1916 might do greater damage to Orange County than the entire cost of this protection program. Conservation of 40,000 acre feet of water per year by storage in underground basin from which it is pumped by ranchers and cities of Orange County. Replenishment of diminished underground water supply will reduce the menace of salt water intrusion. Elimination of dangers of erosion which are ever present in a major flood, and the washing away of many acres of fertile lands. Maintenance of present Santa Ana River channel, and preventing it from changing its course as it has done before during a major flood disaster. Increase and stabilization of both city and rural property values by removal of the flood menace and the improvement of the ground-water supply. Participation in the Federal public works and job program, with complete removal of Orange County's unemployment problem for at least one Replenishment of diminished underground water supply will reduce the menace of salt water intrusion. Elimination of dangers of erosion which are ever present in a major flood, and the washing away of many acres of fertile lands. Maintenance of present Santa Ana River channel, and preventing it from changing its course as it has done before during a major flood disaster. Increase and stabilization of both city and rural property values by removal of the flood menace and the improvement of the ground-water supply. Participation in the Federal public works and job program, with complete removal of Orange County’s unemployment problem for at least one year and consequent reduction in relief costs. THE WORK TO BE DONE UNDER THE PLAN IS AS FOLLOWS: Project No. 1. Prado Dam and Reservoir. Total cost—$7,215,397 will control floods of the Santa Ana River. Located at Chester site near upper end of Santa Ana Canyon. Dam 93 feet high, 2100 feet long, and containing 2,000,000 cubic yards of earth fill. Reservoir capacity, 180,000 acre feet of water. Will conserve an average of 21,900 acre feet of water annually by regulating flow to absorptive capacity of channel below. Project No. 2. Brea Dam and Channel. Total cost—$697,943. Earth fill dam 73 feet high, impounding 3,300 acre feet of water when full. Enlargement of Brea Channel below the dam to a capacity of 3400 second feet will provide waterway adequate to carry spillway discharge of the largest floods. Will conserve an average of 1,7500 acre feet of flood waters per year. Project No. 3. San Juan Dam. Total cost $1,077,980. Earth dam 93 feet high, 4 miles above San Juan Capistrano. Storage capacity 15,750 acre feet. Estimated 10,000 acre feet of water to be conserved per year. Project No. 4. Carbon Canyon Dam. Total cost $481,900. Earth fill dam 115 feet high, located above Olinda, and storing 2500 acre feet of water. Channel delivers regulated flows to absorptive area of Santa Ana river. An estimated annual average of 1,800 acre feet of water will be conserved. Project No. 5. Fullerton Dam and Loftus Diversion. Cost $149,737. Earth dam 39 feet high, will flood 100 acres and provide 800 acre feet of storage for floods. Will regulate damaging flood flows from the foothill drainage originating between Brea and Olinda. Loftus diversion, with capacity of 199 second feet, will collect water from 2.2 square miles of hill watershed and divert this flow into Fullerton reservoir. Regulated flow from reservoir enters Brea creek and thence to absorptive area on old river channel southwest of Fullerton and northwest of Anaheim. Project No. 6. Trabuco dam. Total cost $617,500. Earth fill dam 100 feet high with storage capacity of 3900 acre feet. Estimated to conserve 5000 acre feet of water. Project No. 7. Aliso dam. Total cost $110,850. Earth fill dam 71 feet high, creating reservoir of 350 acre feet. Estimated to conserve 350 acre feet annually by absorption into stream bed below the dam. Project No. 8. Santiago Dam and Channel. Total cost $498,560. Increase capacity of present reservoir by 22,000 acre feet, by adding 25 feet to present height of dam constructed by Carpenter and Serrano irrigation districts and the Irvine company. Will restrict storm flows to rate within capacity of channel and prevent further damage through Orange and Santa Ana. Project No. 9. Santa Ana Channel and Spreading Works. Cost $375,000. Covers acquisition of Santa Ana river channel from Padro Dam to the ocean, including Newbert Protection District works, and improve- Project No. 7. Also dam. Total cost $110,850. Earth in dam 74 ft high, creating reservoir of 350 acre feet. Estimated to conserve 350 acre feet annually by absorption into stream bed below the dam. Project No. 8. Santiago Dam and Channel. Total cost $498,560. Increase capacity of present reservoir by 22,000 acre feet, by adding 25 feet to present height of dam constructed by Carpenter and Serrano irrigation districts and the Irvine company. Will restrict storm flows to rate within capacity of channel and prevent further damage through Orange and Santa Ana. Project No. 9. Santa Ana Channel and Spreading Works. Cost $375,000. Covers acquisition of Santa Ana river channel from Padro Dam to the ocean, including Newbert Protection District works, and improvement of this channel from Yorba bridge to the mouth of Santiago Creek west of Santa Ana by construction of levees, revetments, and spreading weirs, so as to increase to a maximum degree absorption by the perous from Prado dam without damage to adjoining lands and cities. Estimated that channel, thus improved, will conserve by absorption into underground basin of 87 per cent of mean annual volume released from Prado reservoir. Project No. 10. Carbon Canyon Conduit. Total Cost $141,382. This project consists of levee spreading grounds covering 10 acres of sandy area of old river channel, absorbing greater portion of released water from Carbon Canyon Dam, and a concrete-lined channel carrying any surplus to absorptive area of present Santa Ana river channel. Project No. 11. Brea Pipe Line. Total Cost $86,643. Construction of 42-inch reinforced pipe line 1½ miles long, from Brea creek channel below city of Fullerton and Brea dam and below the junction of channel from Fullerton reservoir for conveyance of this released water along Highland Avenue to an absorptive area in one of the old channels of the Santa Ana river. Coyote Creek Cooperative Work. Total Cost $147,108 Coyote creek forms the boundary between Orange and Los Angeles counties for a considerable distance, and this fund is to be used for a cooperative control project for this stream by the two counties. Total estimated cost of above work ...$11,600,000 Additional required by Army Engineers for possible contingencies and emergencies, and possible increased costs of work ...1,394,000 TOTAL COST OF ALL PROJECTS ...$12,994,000 To be provided by county bond issue ...6,620,000 Grant from Federal Government ...$6,374,000 These sums are to be divided as follows: Cost of river channels, right-of-way, dam sites, reservoir sites, and all other necessary lands ...$3,420,000 Expenditures for labor and materials in constructions ...$9,574,000 For any further detailed information regarding Flood Control and Water Conservation plan, please call at 512 North Main street, Santa Ana, or get explanatory pamphlet from your local newspaper office or chamber of commerce.