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Dumping Grounds

Image

Solid waste, some of it burned, scattered on the ground in a landfill next to a road along the left side. In the background are trees and a hill.

Date Created:
1968
Creator:
Wisconsin. Department of Natural Resources (creator)

Publication Information

Creator
Wisconsin. Department of Natural Resources (creator)
Contributor
Wisconsin. Conservation Department (creator)
Date Created
1968

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
6 x 6 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013ON1
Legacy ID
WHi 129406

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