Maps and plans, 1774-1986 (bulk 1880-1920).

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Maps and plans, 1774-1986 (bulk 1880-1920).

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As part of their function to oversee, protect, and develop the waterways of Massachusetts, the Division of Waterways of the Dept. of Public Works and its predecessors in this function (the Board of Harbor Commissioners, to 1879, the Board of Harbor and Land Commissioners, 1879-1911, the Commission on Waterways and Public Lands, 1916-1919, the Division of Waterways and Public Lands of the Dept. of Public Works, 1919-1927, and the Dept. of Public Works as a whole, 1927-1938), gathered, created, and maintained maps and plans. Series includes those filed in accordance with MGLA c 91, regulating structures and activities within tidelands and waterways, as well those created or gathered in support of development and improvement projects. Included are topographical maps, survey (including U.S. Geological Survey) maps, senatorial district maps, and detailed construction plans, of varying size and medium, including printed, hand drawn, traced, and blueprint. Topics include harbor lines; soundings in harbors, rivers, and ponds; proposed dredging for channels; town and state boundaries and location of boundary markers; plans for terminal facilities (some including railroad yards); and dry docks, wharves, and bridges. Information may include authorizing legislation, license or permit no. assigned by Waterways officials, title, cartographer, date, and locality.

Part A: ca. 500 plans.Part B: ca. 2800 plans in 161 boxes.

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