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Como Lake Dike Construction – Lancaster NY

Como Lake island removal and dike construction

Island removal and dike construction in Como Lake Park

Como Lake island removal and dike construction

Photo: WPA Photo Public Domain

Como Lake island removal and dike construction

Island removal and dike construction in Como Lake Park

Como Lake island removal and dike construction

Island removal and dike construction in Como Lake Park

Project type: Flood and Erosion Control, Infrastructure and Utilities, Parks and Recreation
Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA), Work Relief Programs
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Description

The federal Works Progress Administration (WPA) photo pictured here describes this project as “removal of island and building of dyke.” The work took place in Como Lake Park in Lancaster, New York. The current status and exact location of the dike is unknown to the Living New Deal.

Source notes

National Archives and Records Administration, Negative 7389-D

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Location Info

Como Lake Park, Como Park Boulevard
Lancaster , NY 14086

Location notes: Approximate location

Coordinates: 42.8898, -78.6596

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