St. Francis Dam centennial memorial
Summary
A community-funded monument in Railroad Plaza Park will trace the 1928 flood's 54-mile path with stone clock markers showing when and how fast the floodwall hit each town — timed for the March 2028 centennial. No city money required.
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Last discussed Apr 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
No public money — the Historical Society is raising the estimated $200,000–$300,000 privately.
Residents, descendants of flood victims, history visitors, and downtown businesses that gain a walkable attraction.
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