What town was under 60 feet of water?

St. Thomas is one of the few ghost towns that were once underwater. This town, with a rich history, is a major attraction for history buffs and those interested in exploring the site's ruins that got exposed after being submerged at about 60 feet beneath Lake Mead for several years.



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