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Creator:
New York (State). Division of Canals and Waterways
Abstract:
This series documents efforts to quantify canal water levels. Records include mean daily elevations of water surfaces at specified gages; mean daily discharges of water surfaces; and quarterly reports, which display similar information in a slightly different format. The information in the series is .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Division of Canals and Waterways
Abstract:
This series consists of index cards created by the Division of Canals and Waterways and its predecessor agencies to itemize and index individual machinery patterns for canal operation. Arranged by location and structure type, patterns typically encompass a broad range of objects, from complete bridges .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Division of Canals and Waterways
Abstract:
This series contains original linen plans for Barge Canal System contracts furnished under Chapter 147, Laws of 1903. The law directed the State Engineer and Surveyor to make maps, plans, and specifications prior to assigning contracts. The series is arranged by contract number and contains maps for .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Division of Canals and Waterways
Abstract:
This series consists of linen plans and drawings for contracts authorized by New York State and funded by the federal government. Under terms of a 1935 state-federal agreement, New York State was able to accept federal aid for improvements to the Barge Canal System without transferring the canals to .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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