Herbert Hoover Dike - Clewiston, Florida, USA - Florida Historical Markers on Waymarking.com

Located in Clewiston, Florida is a large section of the dike that surrounds Lake Okeechobee. The dike known as the Herbert Hoover Dike was named after President Herbert Hoover for his efforts and support in the building of the life saving structure.

Engraving on the bronze plaque:

Started 1932 Completed 1938

HERBERT HOOVER DIKE

During the 1926 and 1928 hurricanes, 2500 lives were
lost in the Lake Okeechobee area due to inadequate flood control.
President Herbert Hoover personally supported and was directly
responsible for early federal construction of Lake Okeechobee
leaves for the protection of life and property.
By Act of Congress July 14, 1960 the Lake Okeechobee
leeves were designated the Herbert Hoover Dike in commemoration
of President Herbert Hoover's humanitarian efforts and interest
in public safety, which permitted the safe development of the
rich potential of the region.

Constructed by
Jacksonville District, Corps of Engineers, U.S. Army
in cooperation with
The State of Florida

Dedicated January 12, 1961

Access to this historical marker can be done by turning north off of US Hwy 27/State Road 80 on to South Francisco Street in Clewiston turning left on Hoover Dike Road and continuing up over the dike and following the road signs. A small area to the east of the marker can be used for parking or park in the designated parking spaces in the picnic area and hike up the dike and to the east. This marker is at the peak of the dike just west of the boat lock.

Marker Number: 0 Date: 1/12/1961 County: Hendry Marker Type: Plaque Sponsored or placed by: US Army Corp of Engineers Website: Not listed

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