New York State Engineer and Surveyor Canal Contract Registers
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- This series consists of forms related to contracts for construction and repairs on canals throughout New York State.
Title
- State Engineer and Surveyor canal contract registers
Quantity
- 1 cubic foot; 3 volumes
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
- B0358
Creator
Arrangement
This series is organized alphabetically.
Scope and Content Note
This series consists of printed forms related to contracts for construction and repairs on canals throughout New York State. The printed forms contain the roll number; canal division; title of work being done, for example "Improvement of Mud Creek" and "Steel Bridge and Abutments over Erie Canal in the Town of Minden"; chapter number; appropriation amount; date plans were received and name of division engineer by whom received; preliminary, monthly, and final estimates; dates; and name of company to which contract was awarded.
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