Watts Going On
Historical marker location:
601 Division Avenue Northeast, Lincoln Heights, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of Division Avenue Northeast and Foote Street Northeast, on the right when traveling north on Division Avenue Northeast.)
Marker installed: 2009
A Self-Reliant People. Greater Deanwood 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.