Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Ashokan Bridge and Reservoir



Back of postcard:


New York City Water Supply ~ Ashokan Bridge is 1100 feet long. Water elevation 590 feet above sea level, Capacity 128,000,000 gallons. Length of reservoir 12 miles, width 3 miles, shore line 40 miles, with 10 concrete bridges. Cost $30,000,000; entire system when completed $177,000,000

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