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The most dangerous Erie Canal Dams are hiding in plain sight

The most dangerous Erie Canal Dams are hiding in plain sight
With the NY Canal Corporation's Earthen Embankment Integrity Program entering it's third year it's become apparent to many canal neighbors that the work making these embankment safer is still continuing. There is an Embankment Dam Clearing Guidebook under development by New York Power Authority (NYPA) & New York Canal Corporation (NYCC), that will spell out…
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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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Are Erie Canal Embankments actually Higher Risk Earthen Dams?

Are Erie Canal Embankments actually Higher Risk Earthen Dams?
Some would say the short answer is YES! The Phreatic Line is one of the favorite topics here at the ECNA, just ask Mike Caswell If you look at the Perinton Safety Video, created by the Canal Corporation, they mention the issues with seepage and breaches. Most of this has to do with one part…
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