Research

1

Creator:

New York (State). Comptroller's Office

 

 

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Abstract:  

The whiteprint copies of original "blue line" maps are arranged geographically by portfolio then numerically by map number. The maps show boundaries of state-owned lands along the Erie, Champlain, Black River, Cayuga, and Seneca Canals and depict old and new canal lines; structures, streets and adjacent .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

2

Creator:

New York (State). Department of State

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series, known as the "blue line maps," depicts lands acquired for canal purposes up to and including the construction of the Barge Canal. The maps show inner angles of the towpaths on the old canal; state owned property prior to Barge Canal construction; property appropriated for Barge Canal projects; .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

3

Creator:

New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series consists of approximately 240 linen maps showing locations of channels, structures, appropriated lands, and terminals of the Erie, Champlain, Oswego, and Cayuga and Seneca Canals, as well as the location of old canals in relation to the Barge Canal System as improved under laws of 1903, .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

4

Creator:

New York (State). Division of Canals and Waterways

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series consists of approximately 1900 original linen maps produced by the State Engineer and Surveyor. The maps are popularly known as "Blue Line," "Laws of 1910 Maps," and "Abandonment Maps." The maps depict all state owned lands and property prior to improvements completed for the Barge Canal .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives