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Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
The bulk of this series consists of photographs and negatives taken to document the construction and operations of the Barge
Canal. Many of the photographs document the Utica Region of the canal from Amsterdam to Oneida Lake, the Black River Canal,
and the Northern and Southern Reservoir Systems. Photos typically depict canal structures including locks, bridges, and dams;
ice and flood conditions; terminals; equipment; shops; damage and repairs; construction progress; and other sites and activities.
Creator:
Title:
New York State Canal Corporation Barge Canal photographs and film
Quantity:
7.25 cubic feet
12500 photographic images
Inclusive Dates:
circa 1900-1996
Bulk Dates:
1935-1970
Series Number:
B1909
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