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NY Canal Corporation states it’s case for safer canal embankments

NY Canal Corporation states it’s case for safer canal embankments
As the Spring of 2020 is unfolding, with many challenges to New York residents, it's also the expected time for a restart of the NY Canal Corporation Embankment Integrity Program.   This canal earthen embankment clearing exercise actually started out as a "project" in 2017. It was initially requested in 2014, by the NYS Comptroller,…
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Why is the Erie Canal closed for the winter?

Why is the Erie Canal closed for the winter?
Actually the NYS Canal System never fully closes. While many sections may be drained, dewatering is the official term, large portions of the canal remain full or near full. The canal is really open 24/7, 365 days per year. about half the time it's open for navigation, the other half is closed for repairs. Many…
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Embankment Dam Piping & Seepage – Viewpoint of an Expert

Embankment Dam Piping & Seepage – Viewpoint of an Expert
[highlight] Earthen Dams all Leak... that is a well established fact.[/highlight]   The number one issue with earthen dams has always been keeping water inside them. Because of the materials used in earthen embankment design & construction, mainly natural earthen materials of various types, these type embankment dams become prone to over-saturation at some point... and…
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Erie Canal Maintenance & Repairs

Erie Canal Maintenance & Repairs
It's important to know that there have been many leaks and subsequently large repairs made to The Erie Canal over the years. The Canal Corporation has had a continual battle with keeping the water where it is supposed to be, as you will see from these links to  news articles and and broadcasts. Leaks are…
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