The Latino Intelligence Center
Historical marker location:
1400 Columbia Road Northwest, Columbia Heights, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of Columbia Road Northwest and 14th Street Northwest on Columbia Road Northwest.)
Marker installed: 2004
Cultural Convergence. Columbia Heights Heritage Trail
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The District was the site of a major flood in 1889: On June 4, 1889, a massive flood swept through the city, causing extensive damage and killing more than 20 people. The flood was caused by heavy rainfall and a failure of the city's sewer system.