Well Construction Process in New Madrid County May 1938

A farm site in Southeast Missouri features a well construction process in May 1938. Workers drill into gumbo soil using an auger, a method common in rural areas. New Madrid County is known for its rich agricultural history, with many farms relying on well water for irrigation. This image is part of the FSA/OWI Collection.

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