2018.021.030 [Print, Photographic]

This photo shows the Lake of Three Fires located four miles north of Bedford, Iowa. Construction of this man-made lake began in 1935 and was completed in 1936; however, a drought prevented the lake from filling up until 1937. Lake of Three Fires State Park was dedicated in 1935 and included a bath house, campgrounds, and, once the lake filled up, a beach. Content can be used with the following standards: 1st grade SS 1.23 Cultural Makeup in a lesson on Native Americans in Iowa and their current day impact. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.