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Title

New York State Barge Canal System contract shop drawings

Series Number

B1765

Summary

This series consists of approximately 1000 shop drawings, which were used in conjunction with individual Barge Canal contracts to produce detailed specifications. The maps are primarily on linen and contain a great level of detail; from these plans contractors and manufacturers were able to fulfill specific terms of contracts. Included are shop drawings for the components of bridges, locks, gates, dams, winch cars, and other canal mechanisms. Also included in this series are shop drawings for four maintenance contracts.

Creator

• New York (State). Department of Transportation. Division of Waterways Maintenance

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

New York State Barge Canal System maintenance contract plans

Series Number

B1764

Summary

This series consists of original linen plans and drawings delineating maintenance contracts assigned for the New York State Barge Canal System. After the completion of the Barge Canal System in the mid-1920's, appropriations were authorized for the maintenance and operations of the system. Contract maps usually include a location map or map and title sheet and itemized drawings of contract specifications.

Creator

• New York (State). Department of Transportation. Division of Waterways Maintenance

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Erie and Champlain canals topographic survey maps

Series Number

14068

Summary

Arranged by canal, these maps depict lands adjacent to the Erie and Champlain canals during the time of their enlargement and improvement as the Barge Canal. Included are lines for State-owned land; the towpath; a new channel line; potential flood lines; land elevations and water depths; and boundaries of specific work contracts. Some maps show property lines, owners, and parcel numbers; outlines of buildings; existing canal structures and railroad and telegraph lines; and swamps.

Creator

• New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Administrative reports of Champlain Barge Canal Lock No. 2

Series Number

B1799

Summary

This series documents the daily operation of Champlain Barge Canal Lock No. 2 (Mechanicville). The bulk of the series consists of daily lockage reports detailing information about traffic passing through the lock and weekly chief operator's reports. The daily lockage reports include information about boat type, name, and direction as well as weather observations, lock water levels, and shift personnel. Additional records include reports (lock inspection; apparatus; water obstructions; float violations); supply and station logs; temporary clearances; and equipment inventories.

Creator

• New York State Canal Corporation

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.

Title

Department of Public Works employee history cards

Series Number

B1418

Summary

This series consists of card files documenting the employment history of individuals who worked in the Department of the State Engineer and Surveyor; the Department of Public Works, including Division of Canals and Waterways and Division of Highways; and Department of Highways. Cards typically contain employee name and address; assignment; dates appointed, reappointed, resigned, or terminated; position title or rank; and salary. Full-time and seasonal employees are included.

Access Restrictions

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Title

Index to Barge Canal contracts, maintenance contracts, terminal contracts, U.S. contracts, final estimates, structures, and shop drawings

Series Number

B1768

Summary

This series consists of photocopies of indexes used by the New York State Canal Corporation and its predecessor agencies for access to material relating to the New York State Barge Canal system. Indexes to contracts typically include contract number, location, canal, division, section, and a brief narrative description of the work included in the contract. The series includes indexes to Barge Canal contracts through 1936, maintenance contracts through 1992, terminal contracts through 1936, and U.S. contracts through contract number 200.

Creator

• New York State Canal Corporation

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Requisitions for Barge Canal materials and equipment

Series Number

B0605

Summary

These requisitions were submitted by the Department of Public Works, Division of Canals and Waterways, to the Department of Audit and Control. Requisitions were made for steel, lumber, gravel, pipe, machinery, and other heavy equipment and material. Each file contains bid proposals with detailed specifications of the equipment or materials and proposed price; identification of low bidder; and information and instruction sheets to bidders. Some files contain manufacturer's catalogs, photographs or blueprint drawings of machinery, and correspondence.

Creator

• New York (State). Department of Audit and Control

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.