Waterford; home to two rivers and three canals; conjures up images of and involvement in water by its very name. The native population enjoyed the bounty of the waters for subsidy and transportation. Europeans arrived by boat; seeking a passageway to the West; and their journey ended in Waterford. Early settlers realized the ability to ford the rivers and found the soil bountiful from frequent overflow. As land was farmed and developed; rivers were dammed for transport and harnessed for power; and canals were channeled. Water was being utilized but never truly controlled; as the floods of many seasons have demonstrated. The water in this area is a gift; but it can at times create great devastation. Waterfordians; from the pre-Columbian era to the present day; have learned to respect the power of the rivers.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. History of Woodland Park bookBy Ervin HarmonSince we live in Woodland Park; the book was of great interest to us. The pictures are also fun to see. A lot of research went into this book.Ervin and Arlene Harmon0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Woodland Park (Images of America)By Farrell HobbsDelightful book with many pictures covering the history of Woodland Park. I would recommend it for anyone wanting to learn more about colorado history.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Lots of pictures and historyBy Bargain ShopperGreat historical record of Woodland Park; CO with lots of pictures and interesting facts. Would be a nice gift for a local resident.
