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Bridge survey registers


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Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series documents technical information for bridges spanning the Erie Canal in the Eastern Division and Western Division. Information includes bridge number, location, how used, description of truss, engineering specifications, towpath, berme abutments, and remarks on defects in plan or workmanship.
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Bridge survey registers
Quantity:

0.6 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1877
Series Number:
B0361

Scope and Content Note

This series documents technical information for bridges spanning the Erie Canal. Information includes bridge number, location, how used (farm or street), description of truss, engineering specifications, towpath and berme abutments, and remarks on defects in plan or workmanship. Information is given for bridges located in the Eastern Division and Western Division only.

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