Southeast Missouri Farms Well Construction May 1938

The construction of a well takes place at Southeast Missouri Farms in New Madrid County, Missouri, during May 1938. This image is part of the FSA/OWI Collection which documents rural agricultural life. Wells were essential for providing water to farms and contributed to the development of sustainable farming practices in the region.

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