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Byron Dorgan: “At 1,454 feet--let's not always assume the worst, but, for this discussion, let me assume that we get to 1,453-1,454…”

On the recordFebruary 10, 2009
At 1,454 feet--let's not always assume the worst, but, for this discussion, let me assume that we get to 1,453-1,454 feet.
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Byron Dorgan
Democratic · North Dakota

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Dorgan discusses potential flood levels and their implications for safety measures.

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