ANNUAL REPORT, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 1952 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE CHIEF OF ENGINEERS U. S. ARMY 1952 IN TWO PARTS PART 1 Vol. 1 DE:PT, CF TVE ARMlY .-.... OFFTCE OF iTiE CHEF OF ENGINEERS LIRA Y UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE WASHINGTON : 1953 For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U. S. Government Printing Office Washington 25, D. C. - Price $3.25 (Buckram) U,3 n I . CONTENTS Page Voldme 1 'Volue~ Introductory pages----------------------------------- 1 --- NEW ENGLAND DIVISION__- ----------------- -- 25 NORTH ATLANTIC DIVISION: New York, N. Y., district_- ---------------- -153 __ Philadelphia, Pa., district ---------------------------- 261----- Baltimore, Md., district ----------- - ----- - 311 Washington, D. C., district------------------ ----- 379 Norfolk, Va., district__-------- __-- -------- 421 _ SOUTH ATLANTIC DIVISION: Wilmington, N. C., district------------------ ------- 467 Charleston, S. C., district---------------------------- 505 Savannah, Ga., district ----------------------------- 521 Jacksonville, Fla., district_---- --- ------------ 549 Mobile, Ala., district_- --------- 651 LOWER MISSISSIPPI VALLEY DIVISION: New Orleans, La., district- _------------------------ 713 Vicksburg, Miss., district--- - -- 815 Memphis, Tenn., district- -- 847 SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION: Galveston, Tex., district_- - 859--8 Fort Worth, Tex., district-----------927 .... Albuquerque, N. Mex., district- __969--____ ___..._ 969 Little Rock, Ark., district _- -_________-________- 991 Tulsa, Okla., district-- ----------------------------- 1055_ UPPER MiSSISS1PI VALLEY DIVISION: St. Louis, Mo., district-_-----__-__-__ __ -___ ...... 1119 Mississippi River between the Missouri River and Mi- neapolis, Minn------------------------------------------ 1163 Rock Island, Ill., district -_________ _______ ___-_ .. 1179 St. Paul, Minn., district------------------------------------- 1203 MISSOURI RIVER DIVISION: Kansas City, Mo., district _-- ---..--------.-- ... ------ - 1241 Omaha, Nebr., district-------..--------..... --------------- 1301 Garrison,, N. Dak., district .. __ ____- ___ _ ___- ........ _ 1347 ..------------- Fort Peck, Mont., district_---- .....--- .. 1361 OHIO RIVER DIVISION: Ohio River, ...... ----------------------------------------------- 1381 Nashville, Tenn., district......------------------------------------1395 Louisville, Ky., district -------------------------------------..... 1439 Huntington, W. Va., district- --........-------- -- ..... -- 1513 Pittsburgh, Pa., district _----- - - --------...... -- -__1573 GREAT LAKES DIVISION: Duluth, Minn., district__----.------..--- _____- - ... 1641 Milwaukee; Wis., district .........- 1669 Chicago, Ill., district __- -------------------- 1745 .........---------- Detroit, Mich., district_------ _ _1795 Buffalo, N. Y., district-------------------------------------- 1841 U. S. Lake Survey ---------------------------------- ------- 1911 SOUTH PACIFIC DIVISION: .......-.- Los Ange4qs, Calif., district---- - -- - - - 1919 San Francisco, Calif., district- ----------- -1979 Sacramento, Calif., district_------ --- -- ---------- - 2039 II PROPLTY OF THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT US-CE-C IV CONTENTS Page Volume 1 Volume 2 NORTH PACIFIC DIVIsIoN: Portland, Oreg., district_......--------------.----_ _ _ 2105 Seattle, Wash., district ------------------------------------- 2197 Walla Walla, Wash., district_ _____------------_ ........ -2259 Alaska district----------------------- ----------- ------ 2285 The Board of Engineers for Rivers and Harbors--------------------. 2307 The Beach Erosion Board_--------- .. ------------- -- -....2311 California Debris Commission_--- . --------- Mississippi River Commission _____.____________ - -- -.- ... .___- --------- .. 2315 2331 Waterways Experiment Station ___ ____ __ 2385 Permanent International Association of the Congresses of Navigation--.---- ----------------- ------------------------.. 2387 Interoceanic Canal surveys -- _-.. ------------------------------ 2389 Investigations and supervision of projects under the Federal Water Power Act ------------------------------------------- 2391 Miscellaneous Civil Works -------------------------------------- ..... 2393 REPORT OF THE CHIEF OF ENGINEERS UNITED STATES ARMY DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY OFFICE::OF THE CHIEF OF ENGINEERS October 156, 1959 Subject: Annual Report, Fiscal Year 1952 To: The Secretary of the Army I present for your information the following report for the fiscal year 1952 on the civil works activities of the Department of the Army which are carried out by the Corps of Engineers. This report pre- sents the engineering, statistical, and fiscal information regarding the authorized Federal improvements for navigation, flood control, and related water resource developments, similar to that contained in previous annual reports of the Chief of Engineers. LEWIS A. PIcK Lieutenant General, Chief of Engineers 1 2 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 APPROPRIATIONS AND EXPENDITURES For use in the fiscal year 1952 net funds made available to the Corps of Engineers for river and harbor operations amounted to $192,826,278 and for flood-control operations $423,760,075, a total of $616,586,353. The expenditures from the available funds, including the balances on hand at the beginning of the fiscal year, amounted to $619,800,665.69, of which $2'14,956,865.25 was for river and harbor work and allied operations and $404,843,800.44 for flood control and related work. New work was completed on 25 river and harbor and flood-control projects, materially advanced on 87 other projects and maintenance operations were in progress on 246 projects. The policy of the Corps of Engineers to have work performed by contract, except when the best interests of the United States require hired labor operations, has been followed during the year, 78 percent of all work performed having been done by contract and 22 percent by Government plant and hired labor. The continuation of an adequate check on the cost of work per- formed on river and harbor and flood-control projects has been main- tained. Summary of these efforts is reflected throughout this report. In keeping with the President's directive to all Government agen- cies to curtail nondefense expenditures, the Corps of Engineers' con- struction program for rivers and harbors and flood control was care- fully screened to include only those projects which, as directed by the President, directly contribute to national defense or to civilian re- quirements essential in the changed international situation. There- fore, many worthwhile authorized river and harbor and flood-control projects that could not be considered as meeting the requirements of the established criteria have been deferred for the duration of the present emergency. ACCIDENT PREVENTION During fiscal year 1952 the application of comprehensive accident prevention to all new work operations and maintenance continued to hold accidental injuries to a low level. RIVERS AND HARBORS Program: The present program for Federal improvement of rivers and harbors for navigation and allied purposes as authorized by Con- gress includes projects located throughout the continental United States, Puerto Rico, Alaska, and the Hawaiian Islands. The total esti- mated cost to complete all authorized river and harbor projects pres- ently deemed necessary in the interest of commerce and navigation is about $4,298,400,200. Planning: New funds appropriated by the Civil Functions Appro- priation Act, 1953, approved July 11, 1952, for advance planning for river and harbor projects total $405,000. These funds, together with unobligated balances will be used to carry on the planning program during fiscal year 1953. RIVERS AND HARBORS 3 Navigation operations: Improvement operations were carried out on 46 river and harbor projects, of which 9 were completed. Maintenance operations were performed on 246 projects, including the numerous coastal ports, harbors, and connecting channels on the Great Lakes, and the extensive Intracoastal Waterway and Mississippi River net- works, together with the operation and care of the canalized Ohio River system, Illinois Waterway, the Upper Mississippi River, and the hydroelectric power plants on the Columbia River at Bonneville Dam, Oreg. and Wash., and the Missouri River at Fort Peck Dam, Mont. In addition to the above-mentioned hydroelectric projects, many of the navigation dams that have been completed or are under construc- tion have been authorized as multiple purpose projects in river and harbor legislation or, most recently, in omnibus bills covering both flood-control and river and harbor projects. These multiple purpose projects have been designed to serve in the interest of navigation, flood control, and the production of hydroelectric power. In this con- nection, it may be noted that the authorizing legislation with respect to general project features, including local cooperation, reservoir management, recreation, disposal of power referred to in detail here- after under Flood Control-General, is synonymous in many respects with river and harbor legislation for the authorization of multiple purpose navigation dams. It will be noted from the above that the Corps of Engineers' civil works construction program for the fiscal year 1952 was limited to those projects which would contribute directly to national defense or to essential civilian requirements as well as conserve the resources of men, materials, and equipment. In keeping with this program, a review was made by the Bureau of the Budget of all projects which were eligible for appropriation under Public Law 203, Eighty-second Congress, approved October 24, 1951. The Bureau of the Budget approved the program as it complied in all aspects with the criteria established in the Presidential directive. Under this curtailed construction program, work was continued throughout the fiscal year 1952 on 49 river and harbor projects. The principal navigation projects under construction during the fiscal year, by-States, are as follows: Demopolis lock and dam, Alabama; Arkansas River and tributaries, Arkansas and Oklahoma; Jackson- ville to Miami Waterway, Florida; Jim Woodruff lock and dam, Georgia and Florida; Chain of Rocks lateral canal, Illinois; Missouri River from Kansas City, Missouri to Sioux City, Iowa; Gulf Intra- coastal Waterway-Algiers Cutoff, Louisiana; St. Mary's River power- house, Michigan; Mississippi River-St. Anthony Falls, Minnesota; Missouri River, Kansas City to the mouth, Missouri; New York and New Jersey Channels, New Jersey; Cleveland Harbor, Ohio; McNary lock and dam, Oregon and Washington; The Dalles lock and dam, Oregon and Washington; Monongahela River, Pennsylvania and West Virginia, lock 2, Pennsylvania; Schuylkill River, culm removal, Penn- sylvania; Cheatham lock and dam, Tennessee; Old Hickory lock and dam, Tennessee; and Chief Joseph Dam, Washington. 4 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 INACTIVE CANALIZED WATERWAYS The Corps of Engineers has discontinued the operation and main- tenance at Federal expense of 65 locks and 29 dams and other struc- tures on 8 obsolescent waterways, or sections thereof; namely, the Upper Fox River, Wis.; Illinois and Mississippi Canal, Ill.; Osage River, Mo.; Green River, Ky.; Big Sandy River, Ky.; Little Kanawha River, W. Va.; Upper White River, Ark.; and Muskingum River, Ohio. Commercial navigation on these waterways had receded to the point where they afforded little or no benefit to general commercial traffic to justify the continued operation and maintenance of the structures at Federal expense. State and local governmental agencies and industrial concerns have been given an opportunity to assume the responsibility for mainte- nance of the discontinued facilities in consideration of the strictly local benefits derived therefrom. COMMERCE The water-borne commerce of the United States, Puerto Rico, Alaska, and the Hawaiian Islands for the calendar year 1951 is con- tained in part 2 of the annual report for the fiscal year 1952. WORK FOR OTHER AGENCIES Major dredging operations and construction of other fleet facilities were carried out during the year at various permanent reserve fleet sites for the United States Maritime Commission with funds trans- ferred from that agency. Miscellaneous dredging and related work was also performed for the Navy and other Government agencies on a reimbursement basis during the year. GENERAL FLOOD CONTROL The authorized general flood-control program, exclusive of the pro- grams for the alluvial valley of the lower Mississippi River and the Sacramento River, Calif., is covered in this section. The authorized programs for those two rivers are discussed in the two succeeding sections. Congress in the flood control act approved June 22, 1936, established, and in the amendatory and supplemental general flood control acts approved August 28, 1937, June 28, 1938, August 11, 1939, August 18, 1941, December 22, 1944, July 24, 1946, June 30, 1948, and May 17, 1950, reaffirmed the general policy that flood control throughout the United States is a proper activity of the Federal Government, in cooperation with the States and local communities, and that the Fed- eral Government should improve or participate in the improvement of navigable waters or their tributaries for flood-control purposes, if such projects are economically justified and if the lives and social security of people are otherwise adversely affected. Those acts also specified the local cooperation required for the projects authorized therein. These requirements of local cooperation, in brief, are as follows: (a) Dam and reservoir projects authorized in any of the afore- mentioned flood-control acts are constructed entirely at the expense GENERAL FLOOD CONTROL 5 of the United States and are maintained and operated by the Corps of Engineers. No local cooperation is required for dam and reservoir projects unless specifically prescribed by special provisions of law. (b) For local flood-protection projects, except channel improve- ment or channel rectification projects authorized by the acts of 1936, 1937, and 1938, local iriterests must provide without cost to the United States all lands, easements, and rights of way necessary for the con- struction of the projects, hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction works, and maintain and operate all the works after completion in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Secretary of the Army. Channel improvement and channel rectification projects authorized by the acts of 1936, 1937, and 1938 are built at Federal expense, and no local cooperation is required. Ex- ceptions to these general rules are provided by law in the case of certain specific projects. The Congress stated in the flood control act approved December 22, 1944, and reaffirmed in the acts approved July 24, 1946, and June 30, 1948, that in connection with the exercise of jurisdiction over the rivers of the Nation through the construction of works of improvement for navigation or flood control, it is the policy of the Congress to recog- nize the interests and rights of the States in determining the develop- ment of the watersheds within their borders, and likewise their in- terests and rights in water utilization and control. In conformity with this policy Congress provided that plans, proposals, or reports of the Chief of Engineers for any works of improvement for navigation or flood control not previously authorized, or authorized in the Flood Control Act of December 22, 1944, shall be submitted to the Congress only after these plans, proposals, or reports have been submitted to the governors of the States concerned, or such officials or agencies of the affected State, or States, as may be designated by the governors, and after coordination with the Secretary of the Interior, if the " drainage basin under investigation is located in a State lying wholly or in part west of the ninety-seventh meridian. Authority for the development of recreation facilities in con- nection with reservoirs under the control of the Department of the Army is contained in the 1944 and 1946 Flood Control Acts which authorize the Chief of Engineers, under the supervision of the Secretary of the Army to construct, maintain, and operate public park and recreational facilities in such reservoir areas and to permit the construction, maintenance, and operation of such facilities. The acts also authorize the Secretary of the Army to grant leases of lands, including structures or facilities thereon, in reservoir areas for such periods and upon such terms as he may deem reasonable; and provide that the water areas of all such reservoirs shall be open to public use generally without charge for boating, swimming, bathing, fishing, and other recreational purposes, and ready access to and exit from such water areas along the shores-of such reservoirs shall be maintained for general public use when such use is determined by the Secretary of the Army not to be contrary to the public interest. These acts further provide that no use of any such area shall be permitted which is inconsistent with the laws for the protection of fish and game of the State in which the area is situated. 6 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The policy for the development of reservoirs to provide for the best possible utilization of the water resources of the Nation was broadened by the 1944 flood control act, which states that whenever the Secretary of the Army determines upon recommendation by the Secretary of the Interior that any dam and reservoir project operated under the direction of the Secretary of the Army may be utilized for irrigation purposes, the Secretary of the Interior is authorized to construct, operate, and maintain under the provisions of the Federal reclamation laws such additional works in connection therewith as he may deem necessary for irrigation purposes. Such irrigation works may be undertaken only after a report and findings thereon have been made by the Secretary of the Interior as provided under reclamation laws and after subsequent specific authorization of the Congress (by an authorization act). A procedure for the disposal of electric power and energy generated at reservoir projects under the control of the Department of the Army, and in the opinion of the Secretary of the Army not required in the operation of such projects, was prescribed by the Congress in the Flood Control Act approved December 22, 1944. In accordance with this legislation such electric power and energy is to be delivered to the Secretary of the Interior, who shall transmit and dispose of this power and energy in such manner as to encourage the most widespread use thereof at the lowest possible rates to consumers consistent with sound business principles, the rate schedules to become effective upon confirmation and approval by the Federal Power Commission. The legislation states that preference in the sale of such power and energy shall be given to public bodies and cooperatives. Authority is contained in section 2 of the Flood Control Act of August 28, 1937, as amended, for the removal of accumulated snags and other debris and clearing and straightening the channel in navi- gable streams and tributaries when, in the opinion of the Chief of Engineers, such work is advisable. The Flood Control Act of 1946 authorized allotment of $1,000,000 per year for the construction of emergency bank protection works to prevent flood damage to highways, bridge approaches, and public works when, in the opinion of the Chief of Engineers, such work is advisable. The flood control act approved December 22, 1944, placed upon the Secretary of War the responsibility of prescribing regulations for the use of storage allocated for flood control or navigation at reservoirs constructed wholly or in part with Federal funds. The flood control act approved June 30, 1948, was in a sense an emergency bill, inasmuch as only projects presenting an emergency or acute condition were considered by the Congressional Committees on Public Works. That act contained several changes in existing law, as follows: (a) It provided authorization for the construction of small flood-control projects, subject to certain conditions of local cooperation, and economic justification, provided the cost of each project does not exceed $100,000, and placed a limitation of $2,000,000 per year on the total allotment for this type of remedial work for any one fiscal year; (b) Increased the scope of emergency repair authority contained in Section 12 of the Flood Control Act of July 24, 1946, GENERAL FLOOD CONTROL by permitting the Corps of Engineers to perform certain necessary work beyond that required to restore the damaged structure to its original condition. The President, on May 17, 1950, signed into law the first major omnibus river and harbor and flood-control act since 1946. This act, in addition to providing authority for the construction of numerous navigation projects throughout the Nation, authorized the initiation and continuation of all types of flood-control projects ranging from small local protection works to comprehensive multiple-purpose developments for the control and conservation of the floodwaters of the great river basins, such as the Mississippi, Ohio, and Missouri. This act, known as Public Law 516, Eighty-first Congress, contains several changes in existing law as follows: (a) Provides authority for installation and maintenance of telephone service in dam tenders' dwellings at flood-control dams; (b) Increases the emergency mone- tary fund provided for the repair and restoration of existing flood- control structures threatened or destroyed by floods from $2,000,000 to $15,000,000; (c) Increases the monetary fund provided for the construction of small flood-control projects not specifically authorized by Congress from $2,000,000 to $3,000,000 for any one fiscal year with the provision that not more than $150,000 shall be allotted for this purpose at any single locality from the appropriation for any one fiscal year. Congress, since passage of the basic flood control law in 1936, has provided a monetary authorization totaling $3,758,784,400 for the construction of approximately 994 projects dispersed throughout the Nation. The Civil Functions Department of the Army Appropriation Act, 1953, approved July 11, 1952, made available funds in the amount of $255,742,800, for flood control, general, projects. This amount, together with all previously appropriated funds provided for by the Congress, totals $2,734,200,375, of which $2,600,181,975 was for the prosecution of the authorized flood control, general, projects, while the remaining $134,018,400 was for maintenance to completed projects, surveys, and minor items. In addition to these authorizations Congress has approved general comprehensive plans covering most of the important river basins of the country and including many additional projects for flood control, hydroelectric power, and allied water uses. All of these projects are parts of comprehensive, coordinated plans for the river basins of the Nation to provide desirable and economic flood protection and allied benefits for a large number of centers of industry and population and for many thousands of acres of rich, agricultural land. A number of reservoirs in the authorized program also provide favorable pos- sibilities for the economic development of large quantities of hydro- electric power. Several of the projects now authorized include power- generating machinery in the initial developments. During the year 16 flood control projects were either completed and in operation or construction work was sufficiently advanced so that they could be placed in partial operation. Thus, at the end of the fiscal year, 370 flood-control projects were successfully functioning in the interest of flood control and allied purposes. 8 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Construction work during the year was continued on 41 flood-con- trol projects including reservoirs and projects which would provide benefits of a local character, such as levees, flood walls, channel im- provements, etc. During the year construction work was initiated on 5 projects. Reservoirs placed in partial operation during the fiscal year in- cluded the Mansfield Hollow Reservoir, Conn.; the Harlan County Reservoir, Nebr. ;the Cagles Mill Reservoir, Ind.; the Whitney Reser- voir, Tex.; the Tenkiller Ferry Reservoir, Okla.; the Mount Morris Reservoir, N. Y.; the Pine Flat Reservoir, Calif.; and the Albeni Falls Reservoir, Idaho. Local protection projects placed in partial operation during the fiscal year included the projects at Portville, N. Y.; Olean, N. Y.; Mount Clemens, Mich.; Hoosick Falls, N. Y.; Adams and North Adams, Mass.; Amazon Creek, Oreg.; and Milton- Freewater, Oreg. Floods occurred in many of the major river basins throughout the Nation during the fiscal year 1952. The most devastating of all was the flood of March-April 1952 in the Missouri River Basin. Flooding on the main stem was caused mainly by excessive local runoff and inflows from flooded tributaries, as a result of the sudden thawing of a relatively heavy snow cover. Ice jams in the upper Missouri River were important contributing factors in the areas most severely flooded in North Dakota. As the flood moved down the Missouri it surpassed all previous records, including the historic flood of 1881. Due to its long crest and enormous volume, estimated at 10,000,000 acre-feet, flooding of the more vulnerable points downstream often preceded the crests by nearly a week. Major flooding occurred at Sioux City, Iowa, and points below. All privately built farm levees were overtopped in the reach between Sioux City and Kansas City. Three out of the eighteen Federal agricultural levees between Omaha and Kansas City were overtopped. In order to protect the cities of Omaha and Council Bluffs, one of the greatest flood fights in history was waged by the Corps of Engineers in cooperation with Federal, State, and local agencies. In the fight that saved these cities from inundation, the Corps of Engineers' employees and their contractors and Army troops put in nearly 11/2 million man-hours of work. About 5 million sandbags were used, 800,000 feet of lumber and nearly 100,000 tons of stone. At the peak nearly 25,000 people took part in all phases of the levee defenses at Omaha and Council Bluffs, in- cluding 7,000 Fifth Army troops and numerous pieces of equipment. Estimated damage caused by the flood was $179,000,000. Total damage prevented by existing flood-control works amounted to $238,580,000. The April 1952 flood on the Mississippi River above Keokuk, Iowa, was the highest on record and came from snowmelt in central and southern Minnesota. Outstanding floods occurred on the Mustinka, Sand, Elk, Crow, Rum, and Minnesota Rivers. Record breaking dis- charges occurred at 38 gaging stations in Minnesota. Flood damage in Minnesota alone was estimated at $9 million. Estimated damage caused by the flood was $30,000,000. Damage prevented amounted to an estimated $24,500,000. SACRAMENTO RIVER FLOOD CONTROL 9 Heavy rainfall fell over the entire State of New Jersey on March 11-12, 1952, with heaviest concentrations along the watersheds of the northern tributaries of the Passaic River, N. J. The heavy run- off accompanying the storm inflicted total damages estimated at $468,000. The Passaic River was in flood stage again on April 5-6, 1952, and a third flood occurred in the basin on June 1-2, 1952. Total damage in the Passaic River basin from these two floods amounted to $1,694,500. Floods also occurred in southern California during January 1952. The major stream basins that were affected were Los Angeles River, San Gabriel River, Rio Hondo, and Ballona Creek. The principal types of property damaged by the flood were industrial, business, residential, street, highway, and railroad property; temporary chan- nel improvements; and debris basins. Estimated damage from flood waters amounted to $4,510,000. The damage prevented by existing improvements is estimated at $20,200,000. SACRAMENTO RIVER FLOOD CONTROL The authorized project for the control of floods and other pur- poses on the Sacramento River, Calif., as adopted by the flood control acts approved March 1, 1917, May 15, 1928, August 26, 1937, and August 18, 1941, provides for the enlargement of river channels, the excavation of cutoffs, the construction of levees, weirs, bank protec- tion, and pumping facilities in the lower Sacramento River Valley and for channel clearing, rectification and snagging on the Sacra- mento River and tributaries in Tehama County, and from Red Bluff southerly. The total estimated Federal cost of the project is $61,535,- 000. Up to the present time Federal funds in the amount of $43,811,- 500 have been apropriated by Congress for the prosecution of this project, including $1,000,000 provided for in the Department of the Army Civil Appropriations Act, 1953, approved July 11, 1952. Local interests have expended funds in excess of $52,000,000 on this project including a cash contribution of approximately $6,761,700 for con- struction by the Corps of Engineers of protective works related to the authorized project. In addition to this existing project, Congress in the flood control act approved December 22, 1944, as a part of the general flood-control program, authorized the modification of the existing project for the Sacramento River to provide for certain changes and extensions in levees and other structures, and for the construction of nine local levee and channel improvements, the Black Butte Dam and Reservoir and the low Table Mountain Dam and Reservoir with power facilities, substantially in accordance with the recommendations of the Chief of Engineers in House Document No. 649, Seventy-eighth Congress, second session. The estimated Federal cost revised in 1953 is $113,960,000. The projectworks of the Sacramento flood control project provide protection to cities and towns, to thousands of acres of agricultural lands, and to railway and highway networks of great importance to the civilian economy of the western part of the United States. Work accomplished during the year included levee construction; enlargement of uncompleted levees; removal of debris; bank protec- 10 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 tion; rectification of channels; channel clearing; and miscellaneous work, including preliminary surveys, explorations, and preparation of contract plans. MISSISSIPPI RIVER FLOOD CONTROL Progress was made during the fiscal year 1952 on the flood-control project for the alluvial valley of the Mississippi River, adopted by the flood control act approved May 15, 1928, and amended by the acts approved June 15, 1933, June 28, 1938, August 18, 1941, December 22, 1944, July 24, 1946, June 30, 1948, and May 17, 1950. The 1936 amend- ment retained the purpose of the 1928 act and the features completed under that authority, and authorized an additional $272,000,000 for extension of flood-control work on the lower Mississippi River. The 1938 amendment removed legislative restrictions with respect to cer- tain features of the amended plan and authorized $40,000,000 for work in addition to that contemplated for the project as amended in 1936. The 1941 amendment provided for the abandonment of the Boeuf and Eudora floodways and extension and for raising main Mississippi River levees to confine within those levee lines between the mouths of the Arkansas and Red Rivers the project flood without a floodway west of the Mississippi River. That amendment also authorized certain minor modifications and backwater protection in the Yazoo and Red River backwater areas at an estimated additional cost of $25,982,000. The 1944 amendment modified the existing project to provide for a navigation channel 12 feet deep and 300 feet wide at low water between Cairo, Ill., and Baton Rouge, La., by the execution of a channel improvement and stabilization program at an estimated cost of $200,000,000 and also modified the project for flood protection in the backwater area of the Yazoo River to include additional work at an estimated cost of $1,952,000. The 1946 amendment increased the project authorization by $161,675,500 to provide for several new items of related work; for incorporating in the alluvial valley project items of work that had been previously adopted under "Flood control, general" legislation but that were physically located within the alluvial valley and should be a part of the comprehensive project; and for the increased cost of construction of the unfinished features of the comprehensive project. The 1948 amendment modified the project to provide for the improvement of the Mississippi River with respect to the West Tennessee tributaries; the improvement of the L'Anguille River, Ark.; and the Devils Swamp project at Baton Rouge, La. The Flood Control Act of 1950 increased the authorization for the Red River backwater area from $14,000,000 to $29,000,000; authorized flood control and major drainage improvement in the St. Francis River Basin at a partial cost of $20,000,000; modified the 1946 Flood Control Act with respect to local cooperation; authorized the plan for flood protection in the Cache River Basin at a partial cost of $10,000,000; amended the 1928 Flood Control Act to include flood- control improvements in the Parish of Orleans, La.; authorized the SURVEYS 11 filling of Grant's Canal at Lake Providence, La., at a cost of $11,000; authorized flood protection for Des Are, Ark., at a cost of $228,000; authorized the project for Lake Pontchartrain, La., at a cost of $3,150,000; authorized the project for emergency bank protection on the Amite River at a cost of $50,000; authorized the project for Grand Prairie Region and Bayou Meto Basin at a partial cost of $6,000,000 and, in addition to the above items, the Lower Mississippi River project was increased by an additional $200,000,000. The total authorization for the project as amended and supplemented is now $1,292,748,500, of which $768,790,849 has been appropriated through fiscal year 1952. In accordance with the provision of the act approved August 18, 1941, "that funds hereafter expended for maintenance shall not be considered as reducing present remaining balances of authorizations," it is estimated that $139,216,975 expended for maintenance since Aug- ust 18, 1941, or scheduled for expenditure during fiscal year 1952, will not be deducted from the total authorizations for the project. Noteworthy progress was made on principal features of the project on the main river, on the tributaries and in the side basins. Main- stem work on levees, revetments, Memphis Harbor and the Morganza control structures was satisfactorily accomplished. Features in the Atchafalaya Basin which were vigorously pushed toward completion included the high-level crossings in the Morganza floodway, and flood control below Morgan City. Work on the tributaries included acceler- ation of the construction of the Enid and Grenada Reservoirs, Green- wood protection works, and Red River backwater levees. Under section 6 of the 1928 act, flood-control work was undertaken on the Mississippi River between Rock Island, Ill., and Cape Girar- deau, Mo., and on outlets and tributaries affected by backwaters on the Mississippi River, wherever the local contributions of one-third of the costs were provided as required by law. The Department was able to assist localities in the emergency repair of flood-control works on tributaries of the Mississippi River threat- ened or destroyed by flood, under the provisions of section 9 of the act approved June 15, 1936. Work accomplished on the adopted project for the alluvial valley of the Mississippi River has demonstrated its effectiveness by afford- ing protection from general overflow for a period of more than twenty years to date. However, because of the elimination of the Eudora floodway by the Flood Control Act of 1941, the levee system which constitutes the major part of the project is not yet sufficiently complete to afford protection against predicted floods. Even a partial overflow of the valley may interrupt postal service, transcontinental and inter- state commerce, and produce widespread destruction and disorder, national in scope. As flood control of this vast alluvial valley and navigation of the lower Mississippi River are important to the national economy and to the security of a large number of people, this project should be steadily prosecuted toward completion. 12 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 SURVEYS During the year reports in response to 66 items of law enacted by Congress and resolutions adopted by Congressional committees au- thorizing investigations of the advisability of potential river and har- bor and flood-control improvements were completed and transmitted to Congress with the recommendations of the Chief of Engineers. Of these investigations, 11 were preliminary examinations and 9 were surveys made in response to authority contained in river and harbor and flood-control acts, and 46 were re-examinations undertaken pur- suant to committee resolutions. Seven of the above re-examinations were limited to preliminary examination scope and were transmitted to the Committee on Public Works of the House of Representatives for authority to submit a report of survey scope. In addition, the Chief of Engineers completed reports on four cooperative beach ero- sion control studies and transmitted one interim survey report to Congress. The Public Works Committees of Congress adopted 70 resolutions requesting review of prior reports on proposed river and harbor and flood-control improvements. "Pursuant to section 205 of the flood control act approved May 17, 1950, the President's directive to the Secretary, Department of the Army dated October 9, 1950, and resolution adopted by the Federal Inter-Agency River Basin Committee on October 27, 1950, the New England-New York Inter-Agency Committee was formed to survey the resources and related matters of the New England-New York region. Membership consists of one representative each of the De- partment of Agriculture, Department of the Army, Department of Commerce, Department of the Interior, the Federal Power Commis- sion, and the Federal Security Agency, with the Department of the Army the Chairman agency. The survey is being conducted in coop- eration with the governors of the seven States participating in the survey. Scheduled completion date for the survey report is June 30, 1954. Information and data is being obtained through the field offices of the Federal agencies and the departments of the seven States, supplemented by public hearings held throughout the region. Joint conferences are held monthly with the governors' representatives to coordinate Federal and State activities. Public hearings have been held in all of the seven States. The cost of the work during the fiscal year amounted to $577,957 and expenditures were $593,265. Unex- pended balance of $154,959, together with an allotment of $410,000 received in fiscal year 1953 and an anticipated allotment of $50,000, a total of $614,959, less accounts payable of $48,515, will be applied as needed during fiscal year 1953 to payment of expenses incurred under this heading. For itemized reports see reports of the New England Division and the New York and Buffalo Districts." "The Flood Control Act of 1950 (approved May 17, 1950) author- ized and directed the Secretary of the Army to cause preliminary ex- aminations and surveys for flood control and allied purposes to be SURVEYS 13 made under the direction of the Chief of Engineers, and authorized and directed the Secretary of Agriculture to cause preliminary exami- nations and surveys for runoff and waterflow retardation and soil erosion prevention of the Arkansas-White-Red River Basins in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Kan- sas and Missouri, with the view of developing comprehensive inte- grated plans of improvement as may be provided for under Federal policies and procedures, all to be coordinated with the Department of Interior, Department of Agriculture, Federal Power Commission, other appropriate Federal agencies, and with the States as required by existing law." On May 19, 1950, the President of the United States in identical letters to the secretaries of the interested Federal depart- ments, requested that they "organize an inter-agency committee, for- mulate procedure, and map out a joint plan of investigation, indicating specifically the precise responsibilities of each and the prospective allocation of agency resources to the joint effort." He further stated that "because of the language contained in H. R. 5472, it seems de- sirable that the Department of the Army be designated as the chair- man agency. * * *The final product of such a joint inter-agency investigation should be a single comprehensive report embracing the coordinated views of all agencies concerned." In compliance with this request of the President, the Federal Inter-Agency River Basin Committee in Washington met on June 12, 1950, and by resolution directed the formation of the Arkansas-White-Red River Basins In- ter-Agency Committee. This committee consists of one member each from the Department of the Army, Department of the Interior, De- partment of Agriculture, Department of Commerce, Federal Power Commission, and Federal Security Agency. It further provides that the governors of the eight States referred to "shall be invited by the Federal Inter-Agency River Basin Committee to participate in the regular meetings of the Arkansas-White-Red Basins Inter-Agency Committee for the purpose of keeping the members advised of the interests of the States in the plans or proposals under discussion." Col. Louis W. Prentiss, Corps of Engineers, United States Army, division engineer, Southwestern Division, Dallas, Tex, was chairman of the Inter-Agency Committee to May 8, 1952; Lt. Col. James B. Lampert was assigned as acting chairman from that date to June 23, 1952, and Col. Herbert T. Vogel, Corps of Engineers, United States Army, was division engineer and chairman from June 23, 1952. The Arkansas-White-Red Office, Southwestern Division, Tulsa, Okla., was established on August 1, 1950. The officer in charge, AWR Office, is a direct assistant to the division engineer and acts for him on AWR matters both within the Corps of Engineers and with other Federal agencies, and the States. During the fiscal year 1952, the Inter- Agency Committee has held seven formal and five informal meetings. Organization and procedures to permit existing Federal and State agencies to develop a coordinated plan for Arkansas, White, and Red 245554-53-vo1. 1- 2 14 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Basins have been the subject of continuing discussions. Other ac- complishments in fiscal year 1952 have been the completion of study of present and potential problems and the preparation of "Possible Solu- tion" summaries for the 17 major subjects to be reported upon. The report is scheduled to be completed by June 30, 1954. The total funds expended for Corps of Engineers' offices for the AWR report amount to $1,382,978.12 as of June 30, 1952. The gathering of hydrological data in Nicaragua, under authority contained in the river and harbor act approved on June 20, 1938, was continued. The cooperative programs with the United States Weather Bureau and the Geological Survey for the purpose of more adequately meeting the requirements of the department in the planning and operation of flood control and river and harbor improvements were continued. Projects included in cooperation with the Weather Bureau were: (a) operation of a nationwide network of recording rain gages; (b) hy- drometeorological investigations and review of the studies of major storms of record, the preparation of estimates of maximum possible precipitation for selected drainage basins, revision of the New York and New England portion of previously published generalized esti- mates of maximum possible precipitation, preparation of text and charts of the most critical winds possible over Lake Okeechobee, prep- aration of preliminary charts showing seasonal variation of the stand- ard project storm values for 200 and 1,000 square mile 24-hour values. SURVEYS FOR NAVIGATION, FLOOD CONTROL, POWER, AND IRRIGATION Existing project.-The existing project provides for making in- vestigations of those navigable streams and their tributaries whereon power development appears feasible and practicable, with a view to the formulation of general plans for the most effective improvement of such streams for the purposes of navigation and the prosecution of such improvement in combination with the most efficient development of the potential water power, the control of floods and the needs of irrigation. The River and Harbor Act of January 21, 1927, adopted the project as laid down in House Document 308, Sixty-ninth Congress, first session, and added the following streams to those listed in that docu- ment: Red River, Yazoo River and tributaries, Pearl River, Altamaha River and tributaries, tributaries of the Warrior, Coosa, and Tom- bigbee Rivers. The flood control act approved May 15, 1928, extended the scope of the investigation and surveys so as to include tributaries of the Mississippi River system, subject to destructive floods, and laid down certain additional investigations on these tributaries. Further study or review of reports is authorized by section 6 of the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935, reading as follows: That the surveys authorized pursuant to section 1 of the River and Harbor Act of January 21, 1927, and House Document No. 308, Sixty-ninth Congress, first session, shall be supplemented by such additional study or investigation as the Chief of Engineers finds necessary to take into account important changes in economic factors as they occur, and additional streamflow records, or other factual data. Operations and results.--Work on each of the surveys involved was inaugurated in the spring of 1928. Valuable cooperation has been received from other Federal agencies; from State, county, and munici- pal engineers; from levee and drainage districts, hydroelectric com- panies, railroads, universities, and other local sources of information. Stream-gaging stations, where needed, have been established mainly in cooperation with the United States Geological Survey. At the close of the fiscal year 1949, surveys of 191 streams had been completed and reports thereon transmitted to Congress, and reports on the re- maining streams well advanced to completion. For list of reports transmitted to Congress, see Annual Report for 1938, pages 1953-1957. In addition, four reports have been transmitted to Congress as follows: Name of stream Transmitted to Congress Printed in document No. Mississippi River above mouth of the Ohio River ._.....Mar. 16,1940 H. 669, 76th Cong., 3d sess. Susquehanna River and tributaries__--.. Apr. .....---------------- 11, 1942 H. 702, 77th Cong., 2d sess. Muskingum River and its tributaries, Ohio------------........... July 13,1943 H. 251, 78th Cong., 1st sess. St. Marys River, Ga. and Fla., and North River, Ga__ May 17,1948 H. 680, 80th Cong., 2d sess. 15 16 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 MISCELLANEOUS CIVIL WORKS Miscellaneous civil works have, as heretofore, been administered by the Corps of Engineers. These works are varied in character and include the administration of the Federal laws enacted for the pro- tection and preservation of the navigable waters of the United States, which govern the following: Granting of permits for structures or operations in navigable waters; approval of the location and plans of bridges, dams, dikes, or causeways; alteration of obstructive bridges; investigation and removal of sunken vessels or other obstructions endangering navigation; establishment of regulations for the use, administration, and navigation of navigable waters, including draw- bridge regulations; establishment of anchorage grounds, special anchorage areas, danger zones, dumping grounds, restricted areas, fishing areas and harbor lines; investigations of the discharge or deposit of refuse matter of any kind in navigable waters; prevention of pollution of coastal navigable waters by oil; determination of the heads of navigation and the extent to which the laws shall apply to specific streams; supervision of the harbor of New York to prevent obstructive or injurious deposits in the tidal waters thereof, including the waters of Long Island Sound; establishment of reasonable rates of toll for transit across bridges over navigable waters; granting of permits for the occupation and use of Federal works under control of the Corps of Engineers; studies for the preservation of Niagara Falls and the supervision of power companies diverting water therefrom; reports of international boards on operations affecting international boundary waters; issuance of instruments authorizing the occupation of Government-owned land under the jurisdiction of the department; and legislation in connection with the foregoing. APPROPRIATIONS The funds with which the works for the maintenance and improvement of rivers and harbors and flood control were prosecuted during the fiscal year were derived from unexpended balances of prior appropriations and from the following appropriation acts, which include not only appropriations made during the fiscal year but also the initial appropriation for fiscal year 1953. Appropriation title Date of act Rveborand Flood control I Miscellaneous Total by appro- priation acts a i i i Maintenance and operation, certain Federal water mains outside the District of Columbia, 1950-. Oct. 13,1949 ................------------- -. f I................------ t------- -$251.08 I I----- -$251.08 General Appropriation Act, 1951: 1 Maintenance and improvement of existing river and harbor works............................. Sept. 6, 1950 -$15,789,000.00 -15, 789, 000.00 Alteration of bridges over navigable waters ......... ......................... . ..... do........ -900, 000.00 -900, 000.00 Flood control, general.. --.........----- ........ ..... - ..... -----..do .......--..-...........- -$27,563,975.00 do ....... -27, 563, 975. 00 Flood control, Mississippi River and tributaries___......_________ ------------------------------------ do .... -5, 022, 000. 00 Flood control, Sacramento River, Calif.------ ----- --------- -----do------- -508, 000.00 -508,000.00 b Flood control, Roseville, Ohio_.............. -432, 000.00 -432, 000. 00 Maintenance and operation, certain Federal water power mains outside the District of Co- lumbia, 1951....... ----------------------------------------------------------- .1 .--------------- .----------- -- .---- -1, 000. 00 -1,000. 00 I I I I----L---------- Total....---------------------------------------------------------------- iCo WVUU. n n nnn L oo r9K n -.-..... UO- 8, UU -33, 52, UU 5tU. -1,000 -1,UUU. 0 -50, 215, 975. 00 General Appropriation Act, 1952: Maintenance and improvement of existing river and harbor works......--------------------- Oct. 24,1951 - 1,788, -750. 00 ....- . .. . -1, 788, 750.00 Flood control, general ................................ .....do ...-------- -5, 534, 025. 0 -5, 534,025. 00 w1 Total ------------ - - - - -1.788, 750. 00 -5, 534, 025. 0 --------------- -7,322,775.00 Flood Control, General, Emergencies----------------------------------------------- June 4,1952 .35, 000, 000. 00 ---------------- 35.000,00000 Flood Control, General, Emergencies..............----------------------------------------------- June 5, 1952 ................ 5, 750, 000. 00 ------........---------....... 5, 750, 000.00 Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1953: Maintenance and improvement of existing river and harbor works-...........---...--.---. . July 11, 1952 236, 788, 800. 00 --.........................---------------------.... 236, 788, 800. 00 Flood control, general......... ................ .. 255, 742,800. 00-------------- 255, 742, 800. 00 Flood control, general, emergencies i, emergencies_................_......._.. .............. 8, 000, 000. 00 ..............----------------.. 8, 000, 000. 00 Flood control, Mississippi River and tributaries......... ,,,,,,,,, ........... 60,020,000.00 ---------------- 60, 020,000.00 Flood control on tributaries of Mississippi River, emergencies.......------- ---- ------ .... do------- d o....... 250, 000. 00 ----------..----250,000. 00 Flood control, Sacramento River, Calif.------- -- ------------ ---------- 1,000, 000 ---------------- 1,000, 000.00 Niagara redevelopment works investigation, Corps of Engineers._______________ ------.----- ..------ ----- 100,000.00 100,000.00 Total--------------------------------------------------------- ---------- 236, 788, 800. 00 325, 012, 800. 00 100,000.00 561, 901, 600.00 1Negative appropriations reflect withdrawal of reserves recommended by the President in House Document 182, 82d Congress, and enacted into law in Chapter XII of Public Law 253, 82d Congress, approved Nov. 1, 1951. F-. APPROPRIATIONS-Continued I 00 Appropriation title Date of act River and harbor harbor Flood control I Miscellaneous Total by appro- priation acts I * -I. I I 0 Supplemental Appropriation Act, 1953: Maintenance and improvement of existing river and harbor works ..................... July 15,1952 $5, 000. 00 $5,000.00 O Special fund (credits to accounts from licenses under Federal Power Act, Aug. 26, 1935): Maintenance and operation of dams and other improvements to navigable waters ............. Aug. 26,1935 152, 664. 80 152, 664. 80 Payments to States, Flood Control Act June 28, 1938, as amended ........... June 28,1938 --......-...-..- $826, 372. 03 826, 372. 03 O Department of State Appropriation Act, 1949: Salaries and expenses, Philippine Rehabilitation, Department of State (transfer to Army), 0 1947-50-----------................................................................................ June 3, 1948 - .. .-- - . . -. . . . .. . -216, 187. 72 -216,187. 72 Salaries and expenses, Philippine Rehabilitation, Department of State (transfer to Army), 1947-51.......-- --.......... ........ . . . . . do- ...--.--..--------------.. . . . -424, 578. 47 -.--- -424, 578. 47 Total-............................................ ............................... -640, 766. 19 -640, 766. 19 M m Hospital and domiciliary facilities, Veterans' Administration (transfer to Army): 0 Cash ............... .. . . . . . . .. .. . .. . . . .. .. . .. .. .. . . . .. . .-- . . - -.............._._......._......_40, 000, 000. 00 40, 000, 000. 00 Contract authorization---..............--................................................. . .. .... -40, 000,000. 00 -40, 000, 000. 00 Expenses, international development, Executive Office of the President (allotment to Army), 1951 ................ ................................ -8, 360. 00 -8, 360. 00 American section, International Commission (transfer to Army), 1952 ............----------------------- Oct. 22, 1951 ............................. 103, 700. 00 103, 700. 00 Itd Grand total appropriated funds ...........................................................------------- 218, 468, 714. 80 $326, 702, 800. 00 379, 694. 76 545, 551, 209. 56 Trust Funds (contributions and advances): Funds contributed for improvement of rivers and harbors___ ... (1) 79, 900. 00- 79, 900.00 Funds contributed for flood control, rivers and harbors_... (1) 2, 581, 547. 07 .----------------........... 2, 581, 547. 07 Total contributed funds _ .- ... .--.... . . .. . ..- .. .. 79, 900.00 2, 581, 547.07------ -_-.... 661, 447.0772, Funds transferred,from other departments as working funds: Working fund, Army, Engineers, civil__.......................................... (1) 193, 757. 39 193, 757. 39 0 Working fund, Army, Engineers, civil, 1950_. _................_._......_ (1) -1, 631.62 -1, 631.62 Working fund, Army, Engineers, civil, 1951_............... ... ...... . (1) 3, 719. 20 3, 719. 20 Working fund, Army, Engineers, civil, 1951-52 ................ _, __ (1) _.._. _.__... ___._______._._.____. 160, 000. 00 160, 000. 00 Cn Working fund, Army, Engineers, civil, 1952 ........... ,,-.....,......... (I) ._......____.___ ___._._._______. 2, 488, 726. 00 2, 488, 726. 00 Working fund, Army, miscellaneous civil, 1950.... _ (1) _- - -- - _ -30, 991.81 -30, 991.81 Working fund, Army, miscellaneous civil, 1951-52 ................. ......................... (1) ______________._ _____._____.____ 4, 750, 000. 00 4, 750, 000. 00 Working fund, Army, Engineers, civil (trust fund) ............................ ............ (1) __ _ _ __ .. 4, 197, 280. 00 4, 197, 280. 00 Working fund, Army, Engineers, civil, 1952 (trust fund)-.................................. (1) 300, 000. 00 300, 000. 00 0o Total working funds---------------------------------------------.......................................................... 12, 060, 859. 16 12, 060, 859. 16 Grand total all funds...................................................................................... 218, 548, 614. 80 329, 284, 347. 07 12, 440, 553. 92 560, 273, 515. 79 'Various. ADVANCED FUNDS The following amounts have been advanced by local interests for river and harbor improvements under the provi- sions of section II, River and Harbor Act, March 3, 1925, and for flood-control works under the provisions of the Act of October 15, 1940, and are returnable to the same interests when necessary Government funds are available. Balance due Amount re- Amount re- Balance due from United ceived turned from United States, June during fiscal during fiscal States, June 30, 1951 year year 30, 1952 Sacramento River, Calif__. ------------------------------------------ ..... Sacramento, Calif___---- _ $200,000. 00 -------------------------- $200, 000.00 -------- Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, Franklin Canal, St. Marys Parish, La__-- New Orleans, La__....- 44, 000. 00 ..------------------------------- 44, 000. 00 .....---.-.----....--...-.-...........-... Total, rivers and harbors-- ..- . . ................ .244, 000. 00 ------------------------------ 244, 000. 00 Buffalo Bayou, Tex-------------....................-....----.-. Fort Worth, Tex-------------- 2,900,000.00 .......................----- 2,900,000.00 Grand total.......................................... ........-------------------------------------------.................-------------------------------- 3,144, 000.00 ............-----------------------------............. 3,144,000.00 d I z d0 EXPENDITURES The total actually expended under the direction of the Chief of Engineers in connection with the maintenance and improvement of rivers and harbors, flood control, and other miscellaneous works during the fiscal year ended June 30, 1952, is as follows: Expenditures Appropriation title Appropria- tion act New work Maintenance Total 0 Rivers and harbors: Maintenance and improvement of existing river and harbor works..-.-.....-.....-...-...-...-....- (1) 2 $123, 099, 856. 51 $90, 790, 386. 61 Sa $213, 890, 243. 12 Power Plant, Bonneville Dam, Columbia River, Oreg., construction ..........................-- (1) 123, 277. 53 123, 277. 53 C0 Alteration of bridges over navigable waters of the United States._._................................ Various (4) 790, 680. 55 152, 664....................05 790, 680. 55 Maintenance and operation of dams and other improvements to navigable waters .......-...---- Aug. 26,1935 .................... 152, 664. 05 152, 664. 05 t Total, rivers and harbors .................------------------------------------------------ 124, 013, 814. 59 90, 943, 050. 66 214, 956, 865. 25 O 04 Flood control (projects authorized in Act of 22 June 1936, as amended and supplemented): Flood control, general_.. (1) 5317., 203, 873. 55 8, 576, 280. 40 325, 780, 153. 95 Flood control, general, emergencies.--......--.---...-.........- (1) 96, 753. 31 15, 475, 764.30 15, 572, 517. 61 t Total, flood control, general....................................................... 317, 300, 626.86 24, 052, 044. 70 341, 352, 671.56 Flood control, Mississippi river: (Act May 15, 1928, as amended). Flood control, Mississippi River and tributaries........... .............. ..................----- (1) 6 46,133, 460. 28 15,175, 373. 59 61, 308, 833. 87 Flood control on tributaries of Mississippi River, emergencies ..............-...-..--.--- (1) 238, 382. 76 238, 382. 76 Total flood control, Mississippi River___.........__________ 46,133, 460.28 15,413, 756.35 61, 547, 216.63 Flood control, Sacramento River, Calif__ _ __ _ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ _ (1) 1, 915, 054. 79 7, 361.89 1, 922, 416.68 Flood control, Sutton Reservoir, W. Va_................................................._ (1) 2, 000. 00------------------------ 19, 495. 57 -------------------- 2,000. 00 Flood Control, Trinity River, Tex_, ,,,,,, ------ ,,,,,,,, , ,------ (1) 19, 495. 57 Total, all flood control------------- ......................--.....-------------------------------------......................................... 365, 370, 637. 50 39, 473, 162. 94 404, 843,800.44 Miscellaneous Appropriations: Maintenance and operation, certain Federal water mains outside the District of Columbia 1951.... Sept. 6, 1950 .................... 3,928.61 3,928.61 Maintenance and operation, certain Federal water mains outside the District of Columbia, 1952.... Oct. 24, 1951 8, 514. 64 8, 514. 64 Hospital and domiciliary facilities, Veterans Administration (transfer to Army) ..............----- Mar. 4,1931 50, 294, 702. 23 .........-------------------- 50, 294, 702. 23 Niagara redevelopment remedial works investigation ........................................... 377, 624. 38 .................... 377, 624. 38 Salaries and expenses, Philippine Rehabilitation, Department of State (transfer to Army), 1947-50_ June 3,1948 424. 33 ..-- .-- --. ----.. -. 424. 33 Salaries and expenses, Philippine Rehabilitation, Department of State (transfer to Army), 1947-51_ do------- 12, 498. 68 -----------------. -.. 12, 498. 68 CA Payments to States, flood control Act June 28, 1938, as amended.__........................ June 28, 1938 812, 869. 99 812, 869. 99 American Section, International Commission (transfer to Army) 1951-..........-----------. June 2,1951 35, 000. 00 .................... 35, 000. 00 Am erican Se ction , Interna tion al C o m missio n (transfe r to A rmy) 19 52_.... . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . Oct. 22, 1951 93, 179. 58 -------------------- 93, 179. 58 Hydraulic mining in California, debris control....................................... June 19, 1934 15, 025. 10 15, 025. 10 otal sceaneous aDDroriation.................................................--------------------------------...-----------..............---.............. 50, 813, 429. 20 840,338.34 51, 653, 767. 54 I I Contributed and Advanced Funds: Funds contributed for improvement of rivers and harbors ........................................ (7) 1, 116, 539. 37 550, 595. 48 1, 667, 134. 85 Funds advanced for improvement of rivers and harbors_.............................__..._...... (7) 111, 014.30 ---------------..... 111, 014. 30 Funds contributed for flood control, rivers and harbors..__.. .............. ............. (7)" 4, 370, 629. 21 189, 522. 62 4, 560,151.83 Total, contributed and advanced funds.......................................................... 5, 598, 182. 88 740, 118. 10 6, 338, 300. 98 Total Engineer Department and contributed funds_. ................ ................ 545, 796, 064. 17 131, 996, 670. 04 677, 792, 734. 21 Working Funds (transfers from other departments): Working fund, Army, engineers, civil, no year (various projects)-................................... --.-... -............. ................... 597, 752. 20 Working fund, Army, engineers, civil 1950 (various projects) ...................................-... -------- -- -- ................ _........................ -33,178. 09 Working fund, Army, engineers, civil, 1951 (various projects)-...................................... --- --- --- -- ........................................ 94,325. 87 Working fund, Army, engineers, civil, 1952 (various projects)------ .--.--..---.--.--... . -. - - - - - - - - - - - 1, 724, 634.18 Working fund, Army, engineers, civil, 1948-52 .... ----_.....--_---_..... ...................... - - - - - -- - - - .................... - - -......... 308. 97 Working funds, Army, miscellaneous civil, 1950 (special operations)-.................. ..... --- --- -- - -- 6, 653, 078. 47 Working funds, Army, miscellaneous civil, 1950-52 (special operations) ..........---.............. -- --- - -- -- 11, 702,101.04 Working fund, Army, miscellaneous civil, 1951 (special operations)--.- 493, 938. 00 --- - ---- ---- Working fund, Army, engineers, civil (trustfund) no year (various projects)-....................... --.................. -.................... 3, 407, 449. 99 Total working funds--------------------------.................................................. -- .....................-.............. 24, 706, 766. 81 bi Grand total expenditures by Engineer Department_............................................. ----............... 545, 796, 064. 17 131, 996, 670. 04 702, 499, 501. 02 1 'Annual'or'supplemental. 2 Includes $1,405,337.14 reimbursements. 3 Includes $23,899,773.18 reimbursements. 4 On page 34. TIncludes $5,211,873.19 reimbursements. 6 Includes $1,519,172.85 reimbursements. ZTrust funds, various. I. Consolidated cost and financial summary as of 80 June 1952 Allotted Unallotted Additional amo Cost of mainte- Totalexpenditures Allotted allotted Total to be ac- Additional amount Costnance unexpended unexpended counted for required for com- unexpended unexpended pletion O River and harbor as of June 30, 1952........ $2, 573, 558, 282. 45 $1,406,073, 701. 16 $4, 071, 838, 795. 42 $103, 450, 720. 33 $4, 844, 129. 70 $4, 180, 133, 645. 45 $4, 184, 602, 300. 00 0 Flood control as of June 30, 1952...----------- 3, 104, 781, 552. 80 428, 910, 001. 16 3, 521, 538, 883. 37 289, 280, 389. 26 37, 923, 783. 70 3, 848, 743, 056. 33 4, 769, 818, 900. 00 Passamaquoddy Tidal Power Project....--- 6, 384, 393. 74--.....----.. -._. 6, 384. 393. 74---- -_-_----_ -- .--.--. --. --.. 6, 384, 393. 74 . 8 O Total as of June 30, 1952 --.............. 5, 684, 724, 228. 99 1, 834, 983, 702. 32 7, 599, 762, 072. 53 392, 731, 109. 59 42, 767, 913. 40 8, 028, 876, 701. 78 8, 954, 421, 200. 00 NOTE. Difference between sum of costs of new work and maintenance and total expenditures includes value of plant, stocks and undistributed items; accounts receivable and accounts payable. O LTJ M 1 cp Cn AMOUNTS NEEDED TO BE APPROPRIATED 23 AMOUNTS NEEDED TO BE APPROPRIATED The amounts that are needed to be appropriated during the fiscal year ending June 30, 1954 are as follows: Maintenance and improvement of existing river and harbor works: Major capital outlay_ ------------------ $270, 386, 200 Current expense------------------------- 90, 716, 700 Total, rivers and harbors----------- ---------------- $361, 102, 900 Alteration of bridges, Public Law 647, 76th Cong ------------- 11, 655, 200 Niagara power redevelopment and remedial works investigation_ 1, 000, 000 St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project ------ --------. -1, 200, 000 Flood control: Mississippi River and tributaries_ ___--- - $98, 390, 000 Emergency fund on tributaries of Mississippi River------------------------------------ 250, 000 Sacramento River, Calif---------- 5, 000, 000 Flood control, general, act of June 22, 1936, amended and supplemented----------------339, 863, 500 Flood control, general (emergency fund)- .- - 8, 000, 000 Total, flood control_ ---------------------- _ 451, 503, 500 Grand total-------- ---------------------------- 826, 461, 600 IMPROVEMENT OF' RIVERS AND HARBORS IN THE NEW ENGLAND DIVISION The New England Division, an operating division with both dis- trict and division functions, comprises all of New. England except western Vermont and small portions of Massachusetts and Connecticut along their western boundaries, and includes small :portions of south- eastern New York, all embraced in the drainage basins tributary to Long Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean east of the New York-Con- necticut State line. It also includes Fishers Island, N. Y. Division engineers of the New England Division, Boston, Mass.: Col. Henry J. Woodbury, Corps of Engineers, division engineer, July 1, 1951 to May 11, 1952; Col. H. T. Lentz, Corps of Engineers, acting division engineer, May 12, 1952 to June 30, 1952. IMPROVEMENT' Navigation Navigation--Continued Page Page 1. Corea Harbor, Maine 26 28. Great Salt Pond, Block 2. Matinicus Harbor, Maine.. 27 Island, R. I . . 76 3. Kennebec River, Maine..- 28, 29. Pawcatuck River, R. J. and 4. Portla.d Harbor, Maine .. . 30. Conn- .l------.-.. 77 5 Josias River, Maine _ _ 32, 30. Mystic River, Conn._ _ . 79 6. Lake Winnipesaukee, N. H _ 34, 31. New London Harbor, Conn,. 81 7. Isles of Shoals Harbor, Maine 32. Thames River, Conn_ . and N. H--------------_ 35 33. Connecticut River below 8. Gloucester Harbor and An- Hartford, Conn_ 84 nisquam River, Mass- .. 36 34. Clinton Harbor, Conn_ 87 9. Salem Harbor, Mass ...... 38 35. New Haven Harbor Conn_ 88 10. Mystic River, Mass ....... 40 36. Housatonic River, Conn .... 91 11. Boston Harbor, Mass_ 42 37. Bridgeport Harbor, Conn.., 93 12: Weymouth Fore River, 38. Norwalk Harbor; Conn. . . 96 Mass---------------- 47 39. Stamford Harbor, Conn_ 9$ 13.' Town River, Mass_ 49 40. Mianus River, Conn__ _ _ 100 14. Plymouth Harbor, Mass . .. 51 41. Examinations, surveys and 15. Cape Cod Canal, Mass__ 53 contingencies (general) 16. Chatham (Stage) Harbor, river and harbor 101 Mass_---------------- 57 42. Plant allotment .. ... 102 17. Pollock Rip Shoals, Nan- 43. Inactive navigational proj- tucket Sound, Mass _ 58 ects_ 102 18. Harbor of Refuge, Nan- 44. Miscellaneous activities, _. 105 tucket, Mass_- _ 59 19. Cross Rip Shoals, Nantucket Flood Control Sound, Mass_ 61 20. Channel from Buzzards Bay 45. Merrimack River Basin, to Buttermilk Bay - 62 N. IH. and Mass--.. . 110 21. New Bedford and 1Pairhaven 46. Franklin Falls Reservoir, Harbor, Mass .... _... 63 Merrimack River Basin, 22. Cuttyhunk Harbor, Mass_ 65 N. H-------------------112 9. Fall River Harbor, Mass .. 66 47. Edward MacDowell Reser- 24. Providence River and Har- voir, Merrimack River bor, R. I------------- 69 Basin, N. H------------- 113 25. Seekonk River, R. I .. .. 70 48. Blackwater Reservoir, Mer- 26. Harbor of Refuge at Point rimack River Basin, N. H- 115 Judith and Point Judith 49. Blackstone River Basin, Pond, R. I---. --- 71 Mass. and R. I------------ 117 27. Harbor of Refuge at Block 50. Thames River Basin, Conn., Island, R. I_ 74 R. I., and Mass_ . .-.-- 119 25 UND MN 26 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Flood Control-Continued Flood Control-Continued Page Page 51. Mansfield Hollow Reservoir, 62. Holyoke, Connecticut River Thames River Basin, Basin, Mass____ __ 137 Conn-----------__----- 121 63. Springdale, Connecticut 52. Norwich Channel Improve- River Basin, Mass___... 139 ment, Thames River Ba- 64. Chicopee, Connecticut River sin, Conn-.-- __--_ 122 Basin, Mass______ 140 53. Connecticut River Basin, 65. Riverdale, Connecticut River Vt., N. H., Mass., and Basin, Mass------------- 141 Conn - _--------------- 123 66. West Springfield, Connecti- 54. Victory Reservoir, Connecti- cut River Basin, Mass _ __ 142 cut,River Basin, Vt_ ___ 127 67. Hartford, Connecticut River 55. Union Village Reservoir, Basin, Conn___._._.__ 143 Connecticut River Basin, 68. Winsted, Connecticut River Vt------------------ 128 Basin, Conn_._.--. -- 145 56. Ball Mountain Reservoir, 69. Thomaston Reservoir, Hous- Connecticut River Basin, atonic River Basin, Conn_ 146 Vt ------------ ----- 129 70. Preliminary examinations, 57. Surry Mountain Reservoir, surveys, and contingencies Connecticut River Basin, for flood control---------- 147 N. H - ---- -- 130 71. Inactive flood-control proj- 58. Birch Hill Reservoir, Con- ects- ...-- .------ ...- . 148 necticut River Basin, 72. Miscellaneous activities... .. 149 Mass -_ . __ 132 73. Flood Control Work under 59. Tully Reservoir, Connecticut authority of Section 205, River Basin, Mass_ .__. 133 Public Law 858, Eightieth 60. Barre Falls Reservoir, Con- Congress, second session, necticut River Basin, Norwalk, Norwalk River Mass_ _---------- 135 Basin, Conn__________ 150 61. Knightville Reservoir, Con- necticut River Basin, Mass __ 136 1. COREA HARBOR, MAINE Location.-This harbor,- locally known as Indian Harbor, lies at the southeasterly extremity of the town of Gouldsboro and just west- erly of the entrance to Gouldsboro Bay, about 12 miles east of Bar Harbor, Maine. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 305.) Existing project.-This provides for an anchorage basin 8 feet deep at mean low water, 600 feet long in an east and west direction, and 400 feet wide in a north and south direction. The mean tidal range is 10.5 feet and the extreme 12 feet. The cost of new work for the completed project was $31,707.06. There is no approved estimate of cost for maintenance. The existing project was approved by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935. The latest published map is in the project docu- ment (Rivers and Harbors Committee Document No. 27, 74th Cong., 1st sess.). Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-There are 21 wharves, 15 of which are small and cannot be approached by vessels at low tide. The wharves are privately owned. Facilities are considered adequate for present commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-A condition survey to determine extent of shoaling in the harbor, by hired labor, was carried RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 27 on during fiscal year at a cost of $1,030.68, for maintenance. The expenditures were $1,051.44. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- pleted in 1938. The controlling depths at mean low water were 5.2 * feet in the middle area and approximately 2.0 feet along the limits of the project in 1952. The costs under the existing project have been $32,737.74 of which $31,707.06 was for new work and $1,030.68 was for maintenance. The expenditures were $32,758.50, of which $31,707:06 was for new work and $1,051.44 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $45,000, maintenance funds, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging, by contract, to project depth of 8 feet. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---....--...---..------......-------.....------------------------. Cost-- -- ------------------- .----------------------------------------- ------------.. --............ 31, 707 06 31,707.06 Expenditures----------......... -------------------------------------- --------- 31, 707. 06 Maintenance: Approprited.........---------------------- -------------...........-------- $1,500.00 1, 030.68 Cost---------......--------------------------------------------........................ 1,030.68 1, 030. 68 Expenditures----.... --.... --------. -----.-------------------- ---- 1,051.44 1, 051. 44 2. MATINICUS HARBOR, MAINE Location.--This harbor lies on the easterly side of Matinicus Island, about 20 miles south of Rockland Harbor, Maine. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 225 and 1203.) Existing project.-This provides for the construction of a rubble- stone breakwater extending from Youngs Point on Matinicus Island to Indian Ledge, a distance of about 450 feet. The mean range of tide is 9 feet. The cost for new work for the completed project was $14,000. There is no estimate of cost for annual maintenance. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of June 25, 1910. The latest published map is in the project document (H. Doc. No. 653, 60th Cong., 1st sess.). Local cooperation.-Nonerequired. Terminal facilities.-There are 12 privately owned wharves in the harbor, variously constructed of wood piles, stone and crib work, and all are in fairly good condition. There is no publicly owned wharf, but one private wharf is available for landing of mail, freight and passengers. The berths at these wharves are dry at low water. One wharf has :facilities. Operations and results during fiscal year.--A condition survey, by hired labor, of the riprap breakwater was carried on during the fiscal year at a cost of $708.47. The expenditures were $729.90. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1911. The breakwater is in serviceable condition. The cost under 28 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 the existing project has been $14,000 for new work and $8,413.11 for maintenance, a total of $22,413.11. Expenditures have been $22,434.54. Proposedoperations.-No work is scheduled for the fiscal years 1953 * and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated---- .................... ...........------------------------ ..----------.......-------------- ......-------...... $14,000.00 Cost--------- -- ---------------------- ----------- ------------ ------------ 14,000.00 Expenditures ----------------------------- ------------------- --------------. 14,.000.00 Maintenance: Appropriated---- ......................--------------.........------------------- ............--------....... $1, 500.00 8, 413.11 Cost .......---....- ------- -- ----------------........------............ ---- 708.47 8,413.11 Expenditures--------- .------------ ----------------------------------- 729. 90 8, 434. 54 3. KENNEBEO RIVER, MAINE focation.-Kennebec River drains a large number of lakes and minor streams, and flows from Moosehead Lake about 150 miles in a southerly direction and discharges into the Atlantic Ocean about 25 miles east of Portland. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 288, 289, and 314.) Previous projects.-The first project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1827. Modifications and additions were authorized by River and Harbor Acts of August 30, 1852, June 23, 1866, July 11, 1870, March 3, 1871, March 3, 1873, March 3, 1881, and August 11, 1888. For further details of previous projects see page 1735 of Annual Report for 1915, and page 52 of Annual Report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 27 feet deep and not less than 500 feet wide, extending from the mouth to a point about 0.6 mile above the bridge at Bath; thence to Gardiner a channel not less than 150 feet wide, with a depth of 17 feet at Beef Rock Shoal, at the foot of Swan Island, 18 feet deep through rock at Lovejoy Narrows, near the head of Swan Island, decreasing to 16 feet deep at Gardiner; a channel west of Swan Island 100 feet wide, 12 feet deep, except at the upper shoal, where the depth was to be 15 feet; and a channel 125 feet wide and 11 feet deep from Gardiner upstream to Augusta, at the head of navigation. The section of river included in the project is about 44 miles in length. The work includes dredging, rock excavation, and two riprap training walls. The project depths refer to mean low water. The mean tidal range is 8.3 feet at the mouth of the river, 6.5 feet at Bath, 5.5 feet at the foot of Swan Island, 5 feet at Gardiner, and 4.1 feet at Augusta. The spring tides are about 1 foot greater at the mouth and about 0.5 foot greater at Augusta. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $1,199,500, exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects. The latest (1950) estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $8,000. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 294u The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 13,1902 Channel between Augusta and Gardiner, Maine-...... H. Doc. 262, 56th Cong., 1st sess.' Mar. 2,1907 Channel below Gardiner, Maine .....----------------- H. Doe. 321, 59th Cong., 2d seas.' Mar. 4,1913 Channel west of Swan Island .....---------------.............. H. Doc. 746, 2d Cong., 2d sesas. Oct. 17,1940 27-foot channel from mouth to Bath ....--------------- S. Doc. 55, 77th Cong., 1st sess.' 1 Contains the latest published maps. Recommended modification of project.-In House Document No. 2107, Sixty-fourth Congress, second session, it was recommended that the improvement and maintenance of the channel west of Swan Island, near the town of Richmond, be abandoned. Local cooperation.-Nonerequired. Terminal facilities.-Wharves suitable for landing or loading are located at Bath, Woolwich, Richmond, Randolph, Gardiner, Hallowell, and Augusta. Of the 24 wharves located at Bath, 5 are publicly owned and 19 privately owned, about one-third of which are in poor repair and are little used. Rail connections are available at 19 of the wharves at Bath. Depths alongside range from 12 to 25 feet. At the other points named above there are 16 wharves in usable condition. All but one are equipped with mechanism for handling passengers and freight. Those open to the public on equal terms are two at Hallowell and one each at Randolph and Augusta. None is publicly owned. The facili- ties are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Preliminary work, by hired labor, in connection with condition survey was accomplished during fiscal year at a cost of $72.00, all maintenance funlds. The expenditures were $72.00. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed December 1943, with the exception of project dredging from the Bath Iron Works Corp., to its upper limit 0.6 mile above the Bath Bridge, for which there appears to be no immediate need. The controlling depths at mean low water in the Kennebec River from the mouth to Bath are 25.0 feet (1950), with the exception of a shoal area along the northerly limit of the channel northwest of North Sugarloaf Island, having a controlling depth of 21.0 feet (January 1951); 13 feet from Abagadasset Point to the Gardiner-Randolph Bridge (1942) ; thence 8 feet to Augusta for the project channel widths (1942). The cost and expenditures under the existing project have been $1,303,765.81, of which $1,090,529.30 was for new work and $213,236.51 was for maintenance. Proposedoperations.-Thefunds unexpended June 30,1952 amount- ing to $2,381.32 will be used for a condition survey, by hired labor, in the fall of 1952. The sum of $60,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging of approximately 250,000 cubic yards in the 27-foot channel by United States hopper dredge. 245554-53-vol. 1- 3 30 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June ... 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated---- ............ ........ -------..----------.......-----....----- ----------.. ........... ------------ $1, 599, 940. 33 ....--.......-- Cost--.............-------------....------------............------------.................-----------...........---- 1, 599, 940. 33 Expenditures------------- _------------------------------- ----- 1, 599, 940.33 Maintenance: Appropriated-....... $40,000. 00 $909. 16 -----------............ $30, 000. 00 .....------------.. 215, 617. 83 Cost---------------.................. 38, 850. 03 2, 059. 13 ----------- 27, 546. 68 $72. 00 213, 236. 51 Expenditures--------......... 38, 850. 03 2,059. 13 .------------ 27,546.68 72. 00 213, 236. 51 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-------------- $109, 000. 00 4. PORTLAND HARBOR, MAINE Location.-This harbor is on the southwestern coast of Maine, about 100 miles northeast of Boston, Mass. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 325.) Previous projects.-Adopted by joint resolution of June 5, 1868, and River and Harbor Act of June 10, 1872. For further details see page 1736 of Annual Report for 1915, and page 40 of Annual Report for 1936. Existing project.-This provides for an anchorage area 35 feet deep at mean low water, approximately 170 acres in area, northwest of House Island; an anchorage area off the eastern end of the city, with a minimum depth of 30 feet; dredging a 35-foot channel from the westerly side of the Maine State pier in the lower part of the main harbor through its channel of approach to the sea; dredging to 35 feet the present 30-foot channel from the Maine State pier to Portland Bridge for its full width, thence to Vaughan Bridge for a width of 400 feet, thence to the Boston & Maine Railroad Bridge for a width of 300 feet; dredging a 35-foot turning basin easterly of Vaughan Bridge; and construction of stone breakwater about 900 feet long from Spring Point to Spring Point Light; for a channel 30 feet deep and 300 feet wide from the anchorage to the Grand Trunk Bridge at the mouth of Back Cove; for rock excavation to give a depth of 14 feet between the Grand Trunk and Tukeys Bridges, and a channel 12 feet deep and 300 feet wide thence to the head of Back Cove; for the removal of two obstructing ledges in the main ship channel to a depth of 40 feet; for a stone breakwater about 2,000 feet long on the southerly side of the mouth of the inner harbor; and the maintenance of Soldier Ledge Channel in Hussey Sound, Casco Bay, at a depth of 40 feet. The project depths refer to mean low water. The mean tidal range is 8.9 feet, extreme 10.2 feet, though variations as great as 16 feet have been observed under storm conditions. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $4,751,800, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $40,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 31 Acts Work authorized Documents July 4,1836 Breakwater on southerly side of mouth of inner har- H. Doc. 491, 23d Cong., 1st sess. bor. June 23,1866 Extension of breakwater. June 3, 1896 Dredging to 30 feet over greater part of inner harbor ___ S. Doc. 271, 54th Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 3, 1905 Extension of 30-foot depth up Fore River to Boston (Sundry civil) & Maine R. R. bridge and in channel of approach to Back Cove. July 25, 1912 30-foot anchorage; 14 feet at entrance to Back Cove; H. Doc. 489, 62d Cong., 2d sess. restoration of 12-foot depth in Back Cove and 30- foot depth in the approach as well as in lower part of harbor. Aug. 8, 1917 35-foot depth in lower part of main harbor and the H. Doc. 71, 65th Cong., 1st sess. channel of approach, and removal of 2 obstructing ledges in main channel. 1 Mar. 2, 1945 35-foot anchorage, approximately 170 acres in area H. Doc. 560, 76th Cong., 3d sess. northwest of House Island. Do-----...... Maintenance of Soldier Ledge Channel in Hussey H. Doc. 730, 79th Cong., 2d sess. Sound, at depth of 40 feet. July 24,1946 Deepening 30-foot channel to 35 feet; 35-foot turning H. Doe. 510, 79th Cong., 2d sess,' basin easterly of Vaughan Bridge; breakwater at Spring Point. I Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are 60 wharves in the harbor, of which 48 are active and 12 inactive and in poor condition. Six of the wharves are publicly owned, three by the United States Government, one by the State of Maine, one by the city of South Portland, and one by the city of Portland. Mechanical handling facilities are available at 28 of the wharves. Railroad connections have been made to 35 of them. The facilities are considered adequate for the needs of existing com- merce. For a further description of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities of Northern New England, 1941. Operations and results during fiscal year.-During the fiscal year there was an adjustment of costs, new work funds in the amount of $30,823.76 in accordance with approved supplemental agreement for breakwater at Spring Point. Maintenance dredging in the 35-foot channel and 30-foot anchorage by United States Hopper Dredge Lyman was carried on from October 3, 1951, to December 1, 1951, and again from May 11, 1952, to June 16, 1952. During this period 480,633 cubic yards, bin measurement, of mud and sand were removed at a cost of $160,929.67. The total costs were $191,753.43, of which $30,823.76 was for new work, and $160,929.67 was for maintenance. The total expenditures were $200,917.55. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 70 percent completed, the remaining portion consisting of the removal to a depth of 40 feet at mean low water of a ledge located about 0.5 mile southeast of Portland Head Light at the entrance to Portland Harbor, dredging the 35-foot anchorage area northwest of House Island and the dredging of the hard areas in the 35-foot channel. The controlling depths at mean low water in the various improved channels of Port- land Harbor at the dates they were last surveyed were: 33.1 feet in the 35-foot channel from the sea to abreast the State pier (1952); 35.0 feet in the 35-foot channel; to 210 feet downstream of the Vaughan Bridge, with the exception of the hard areas downstream of the Port- land Bridge where the controlling depth is 30.0 feet (1950); thence 32 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 30.0 feet (1946) through the north drawspan of Vaughan Bridge to 230 feet upstream of the bridge; thence 35.0 feet (1950) to the Boston & Maine Railroad Bridge; 17.9 feet in the entrance channel to Back Cove (1945); 13.3 feet between the Grand Trunk and Tukey's Bridges (1945); 8.5 feet in Back Cove (1945) ; 28.5 feet in the 30-foot anchor- age (1951) ; and from 16 to 45 feet in the 35-foot anchorge (1939). The total costs under the existing project have been $4,162,174.91 of which $3,260,398.68 was for new work and $901,776.23 was for main- tenance. The expenditures have been $4,164,798.83, all funds. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance and accounts re- ceivable June 30, 1952, of $28,525.46 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_------------------------------ $500.67 New work: Unallocated- - _ _-- ----- - ------------- 21, 422. 79 Maintenance : After dredging survey, by hired labor, of the 35-foot outer channel and 30-foot anchorage --------------------------------- 2, 578.14 Dredging by U. S. hopper dredge--------------------- _ 4, 023. 86 Total maintenance-__- --------------------- 6, 602. 00 Total all work ------------ -------------------------- 28, 525. 46 The sum of $643,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 as follows: New work: Improvement dredging, by contract, of the 35-foot anchorage area northeast of House Island------------------------------ $600, 000 Maintenance: Condition survey, by hired labor, of the inner part of the main harbor from the State pier southwesterly ------------------ 4, 300 Total all work------- -------------------------------- 604, 300 Cost and ftnaneia summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated------- ........-- $5,000.00 $1,243,111.18 $206,000.00 ---------....------------ $3, 974,256.72 Cost-------.............---.........---..------------...... 364, 533. 46 871, 015.12 $166, 316.05 $30, 823. 76 3, 952,833. 93 Expenditures-- ......--------------- 280, 160. 13 877, 103. 64 238, 060. 66 37, 363. 96 3, 952, 833. 93 Maintenance: Appropriated _........ -6, 543.40 ............ 175,000.00 -10, 513.18 175, 000. 00 915, 846. 56 Cost----------..------------------------ 117, 917. 94 46, 568. 88 160, 929.67 901, 776. 23 Expenditures................................. 75, 589. 32 88, 897. 50 163, 553.69 904, 400.15 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 __.-------------------- $21, 422.79 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project _----------------------- 1, 470, 000. 00 5. JOSIAS RIVER, MAINE Location.-This is a small river running through Flat Pond to Perkins Cove, which is the harbor for Ogunquit, a village on the coast of Maine 30 miles southwest of Portland. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1205.) RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 33 Existing project.-This provides for a channel 5 feet deep and 40 feet wide in the Josias River from that depth in Perkins Cove to and including an anchorage basin of the same depth and about 3.2 acres in area in Flat Pond. The project depths refer to mean low water. The mean range of tide is 8.7 feet and the spring range is 10 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $36,000, exclusive of $35,000 expended by local interests for work on the project. The latest (1950) approved estimate of cost for annual maintenance is $1,800. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945 (H. Doc. 227, 76th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Since the preparation of the project document, the residents of Ogunquit have spent $35,000 toward the accomplishment of the project and the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, states "except that the useful work done on the project by local interests shall be accepted toward the fulfillment of the requirements of local cooperation." Terminal facilities.-Thereare no wharves on this waterway. How- ever, the town has erected a wood bulkhead on the left bank of the river. This bulkhead serves as a landing for local fishermen. This structure provides adequate landing facilities for the needs of the harbor. Operations and results during fiscal year.-A new contract to com- plete the improvement dredging remaining to be done under contract defaulted on May 3, 1951, was commenced on October 16, 1951, and completed on November 25, 1951. During this period 9,626 cubic yards of gravel, sand, mud, and clay and 120.81 cubic yards of boulders were removed at a cost of $37,933.22, all for new work. The expen- ditures were $37,927.22. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1951. The controlling depth at mean low water is 5.0 feet from Perkins Cove to and including the basin area with the exception of ledge areas along the south and west limits of the basin area. The costs under the existing project have been $52,668.07 for new work. The expenditures have been $51,913.94. Proposed operations.--New work funds unexpended at the end of fiscal year 1952, amounting to $2,397.64, minus accounts payable of $754.13, leaving a balance of $1,643.51 are being held in reserve pending settlement of claim. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto1948 New work: Appropriated------......... --------- ------------ $33,500.00- - -- , .- $18,315. 00 $54,311. 58 Cost_--- ------- ------------------------ 1,178. 64 $11, 059.63 37, 933. 22 52, 668. 07 Expenditures..--..----------------------- 1,191. 29 10, 298. 85 37, 927. 22 51,913. 94 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_-------- $1, 643.51 34 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 6. LAKE WINNEPESAUKEE, N. H. Location.-Lake Winnepesaukee and its tributaries lie wholly within the State of New Hampshire, their waters forming the chief source of the Merrimack River. The lake is about 20 miles long and has an average width of about 5 miles. At its southwestern extremity (at Weirs) it has an outlet into Long Bay (Paugus Bay), which is navigable for a distance of 4 miles to its outlet at Lakeport. (See U. S. Geological Sheets Winnepesaukee and Wolfeboro, N. H.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel approximately 3,000 feet long, 50 feet wide, and not less than 5 feet in depth in the lowest known stage of the water, the object being to afford an outlet channel for the lake into Long Bay. The cost of new work for the completed project was $7,500. The latest estimate for annual cost of mainte- nance, approved 1950, is $1,500. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of 1879. The latest published map is in the Annual Report for 1880, page 362. Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-There are several small wharves located at Alton Bay, Wolfeboro, Weirs, and at Lakeport. They are chiefly used from the middle of May to the latter part of November in con- nection with the transportation of pleasure travel. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- pleted in 1882. Maintenance dredging during the fiscal year 1950 restored the channel between Lake Winnepesaukee and Long Bay to full project dimensions. The costs of the existing project have been $7,500 for new work and $29,650.91 for maintenance, a total of $37,- 150.91. The expenditures have been $7,500 for new work, and $29,- 550.91 for maintenance, a total of $37,050.91. Proposed operations.-Funds unexpended at the end of the fiscal year 1952 amounting to $5,449.09, minus accounts payable of $100.00, leaving a balance of $5,349.09 are being held in reserve pending settlement of claim. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--....-- ------------- --------------------------------- ------------ $7,500.00 Cost ...----------- - ----------------------------------- ----------------------- 7,500.00 Expenditures--- ...------------------------------------------------ ------------ 7.500. 00 Maintenance: Appropriated___------- -------------------- $30,000.00 ----------------------- 35,000.00 Cost---------- ------------------------- 28, 716. 03 -$4,065.12 29,650. 91 Expenditures...-------...------------- -------- 14, 761.85 9, 789. 06 ------------ 29,550. 91 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 35 7. ISLES OF SHOALS HARBOR, MAINE AND N. H. Location.--A group of islands in the open sea about 6 miles south- east of Portsmouth Harbor, N. H. Three of them, Smuttynose, Cedar, and Star Islands, are so situated that, with the shoals connecting them, they afford a small harbor of fair depth, open only to the west and northwest, known as Gosport Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 330.) Previous projects.-The first work of improvement by the Govern- ment was ordered by the Act of March 3, 1821. Subsequent modifica- tions and additions were authorized by the Act of May 7, 1822, and the River and Harbor Act of July 13, 1902. The cost for the com- pleted project was $41,453.21. For scope of previous projects see page 1739 of annual report for 1915. Existing project.-This provides for the construction of three rough stone breakwaters as follows: One from Smuttynose Island west- wardly to Malaga Island on the north side of the harbor, having a length of 240 feet; one extending southeastwardly from Smuttynose Island to Cedar Island, protecting the harbor on the east, having a length of 700 feet; and a third extending southwestwardly from Cedar Island to Star Island, affording protection from the southeast and south, having a length of 530 feet. The mean tidal range is 8.7 feet and the extreme 9.9 feet. The cost for new work for the completed project was $39,238.32, exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects. There is no approved estimate of cost for maintenance. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act ap- proved June 25, 1910 (H. Doc. No. 1122, 60th Cong., 2d sess.). The latest published map is printed in the annual report for 1913, page 1530. Local cooperation.-None. Terminal facilities.--There is one wharf near the hotel on Star Island which is used to accommodate a passenger steamer plying be- tween Portsmouth, N. H., and the Island during 3 months of the summer. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1913 and repaired in 1929. The breakwaters between Smuttynose Island and Malaga Island, and Smuttynose Island and Cedar Island are in good condition. The breakwater between Cedar Island and Star Island is in poor condition. The costs and expenditures under the existing project have been $39,238.32 for new work and $34,261.68 for maintenance, a total of $73,500. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $40,000 maintenance funds, to be made during fiscal year 1953, will be applied toward restoring the breakwater dimensions at the point of anchorage to Star Island, by contract. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. 36 REPORT OF CHIEF OF -ENGINEERS, -U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated _...------------------------ ------------------ ------------ ..........---- $80,691.53 Cost ----------------- --- ----------------- ------------------ ------------ - 80, 691.53 Expenditures.................-----------...----------------------------------- ..........------------ 80, 691.53 Maintenance: .....------------------------------------------------------- Appropriated----- 34, 261.68 Cost ------------------------------------------------------------------ Expenditures--........... ----------- ----------- ---------------------------------- 34,261. 68 34, 261.68 8. GLOUCESTER HARBOR AND ANNISQUAM RIVER, MASS. Location.-GloucesterHarbor is situated at the southern extremity of Cape Ann, about 23 miles northeast by water from Boston Harbor. Annisquam River is a narrow tidal waterway extending across the base of Cape Ann from Gloucester Harbor on the south side to Ipswich Bay on the north side, a distance of approximately 4 miles. A reach of this waterway, at the Gloucester Harbor end, for a length of about 1,800 feet, is known as the Blynman Canal. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 243.) Previous projects.-Projects for Gloucester Harbor were adopted by river and harbor acts of June 10, 1872, August 5, 1886, and June 3, 1896. There were no previous projects for Annisquam River. For further details see page 1740 of annual report for 1915, and page 50 of annual report for 1937. Existing project.-This provides: Gloucester Harbor: (a) For a rubblestone breakwater 2,250 feet long, surmounted by a superstructure of dry walls of heavy split stone enclosing a core of rubblestone from Eastern Point over Dog Bar to Cat Ledge. (b) For the removal of three ledges in the inner harbor, 1 to 12 feet and 2 to 15 feet depth at mean low water, and five ledges in the outer harbor, 4 to 18 feet and 1 to 25 feet depth at mean low water, aggregating a total of 2,206 cubic yards, place measurement. (c) For removal to depth of 15 feet below mean low water of ledges and boulders obstructing the approach to the wharves between Harbor Cove and Pews wharf, near the head of the inner harbor; dredging to the same depth the channel leading past the wharves and dredging Harbor Cove to the depth of 10 feet at mean low water. Annisquam River: For a channel 8 feet deep at mean low water 60 feet wide from Gloucester Harbor to the Boston & Maine Railroad bridge, 100 feet wide from the railroad bridge to the mouth of the river, and 200 feet wide across the bar in Ipswich Bay, including the removal of a ledge near the Gloucester Harbor entrance; and for a dredged anchorage area about 17 acres in extent and 8 feet deep at the entrance of Lobster Cove. The project depths refer to mean low water. The mean range of tide in Gloucester Harbor is 8.9 feet; the extreme range is 12.6 feet. The mean range of tide in Annisquam River is 8.8 feet; the extreme range is about 10 feet. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 37 The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects is $660,000. The latest esti- mate for annual cost of maintenance is $10,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 11,1888 Removal of ledges and boulders, and dredging, in Annual report, 1887, p.503. Gloucester Harbor. Aug. 18,1894 Construction of breakwater at entrance to Glouces- H. Ex. Doc. 56, 48th Cong., 2dsess., ter Harbor from Eastern Point to Round Rock and annual report, 1885, p. 534. Shoal. June 13,1902 Termination at Cat Ledge of breakwater authorized Annual report, 1902, p. 89. by act of Aug. 18, 1894. June 25,1910 Removal of 8 ledges in Gloucester Harbor....----------.. H. Doe. 1112, 40th Cong., 2d sess.l Aug. 30,1935 Dredging in Annisquam River and removal of a ledge Rivers and Herbors Committee, in gloucester quam River. Harbor near the entrance to Annis- Doe. 39, 72d Gong., 1st sess.l Mar. 2,1945 Dredging 8-foot anchorage area in Lobster Cove, H. Doc. 329, 77th Cong., 1st sess.' Annisquam River., i Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, provides that local interests contribute one-third of the initial cost of the improvement, but not to exceed $25,000, furnish free of cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights of way, and spoil- disposal areas necessary for the improvement and for subsequent maintenance, when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. Assurances of local cooperation were furnished during fiscal year 1949. Terminal facilities.-There are in Gloucester Harbor 61 wharves worthy of mention. The depth beside the wharves varies from 0 to 20 feet at mean low water. Except for 3 wharves, 2 owned by the city and the fish pier which is leased by the city from the Common- wealth of Massachusetts, all are private and are not available to the public. There are two commercial wharves on Annisquam River, on the east bank. These facilities are considered adequate for the existing commerce of the port. For full description see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Ports of Northern New England, 1941. Operations and results during fiscal year.--None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 81 percent complete. The existing project was completed in 1936 except for dredging the anchorage area in Lobster Cove in the Annis- quam River. The removal of all ledges and boulders in Gloucester Harbor between Harbor Cove and Pews wharf, and other obstructing rocks, was completed in 1896; the dredging of a channel in front of the wharves and in Harbor Cove was completed in 1894; and the removal of a pinnacle rock in the outer harbor in 1896. The break- water which was completed in 1905 was repaired in 1940 and is in good condition. The removal of all ledges to project depth was com- pleted in 1916. The improvement of Annisquam River was completed in 1936 at a cost of $33,975.89. The controlling depths over the ledges in the outer harbor in 1916, were from 18 to 25 feet; over ledge in the inner harbor in 1931, 14.6 feet; and over ledges A and B in 0 the inner harbor in 1940, 13.6 and 15 feet respectively. The controlling depth in Annisquam River in 1949 was about 8 feet. The costs for 38 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Gloucester Harbor under the existing project have been $501,178.84 for new work and $52,447.80 for maintenance, a total of $553,626.64. The costs for Annisquam River have been $33,975.89 for new work and $123,592.84 for maintenance, a total of $157,568.73. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project have been $711,- 195.37, of which $535,154.73 was for new work and $176,040.64 was for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled in fiscal year 1953. The sum of $2,200, maintenance funds, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 as follows: Maintenance: Condition survey, by hired labor, to determine extent of shoaling and restriction of width of Annisquam River and of 15-foot chan- nel in Gloucester Harbor to determine extent of deterioration of the project----------------------------- ------------- $2, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports--------------------- ----------- 200 Total all work---------------------------------------- 2, 200 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: ............ Appropriated----....... ------------------------ ---------........... ............ ----- , .........---.......-----------... $556, 154. 73 ............ ............ Cost .......-----------......------------.......------------------------------------ --------..........--- 556,1 4. 73 Expenditures .......------------------............---..........--------------------------- --------....................... -- 556,154. 73 Maintenance: Appropriated_ ---------------------- ----------------------------------- 176, 040. 64 Cost----------------------------..................----------------------------------.......... ........... 176,040.64 Expenditures---............---------................--------------......................------------...-------------...............----------.. 176, 040. 64 Other new work data : Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project---------------------- $125, 000 9. SALEM HARBOR, MASS. Location.--This harbor is located on the north shore of Massachu- setts Bay, about 12 miles by water generally north of the entrance to Boston Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 240 and 1207.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1873, and extended by the River and Harbor Act of Septem- ber 19, 1890. For further details see page 1741 of annual report for 1915. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 10 feet deep in South River, 300 feet wide at the 10-foot depth in the harbor, gradually narrowing to 200 feet at a point opposite the outer end of Derby Wharf, thence 150 feet wide to the bend at the outer end of Derby Wharf, thence 90 feet wide to the turn near the inner end of Derby Wharf and thence 50 feet wide to the upstream end of Pickering RIVERS AND HARBORS-N.EW ENGLAND DIVISION 39 Wharf, for a branch channel on the east side of Derby Wharf, 8 feet deep, 100 feet wide, and about 700 feet long widening into a basin of the same depth, 500 feet long and 200 feet wide; and for a channel 25 feet deep, 300 feet wide, and about 1,500 feet long, including the removal to the same depth of a shoal near Abbot Rock Beacon. The project depths refer to mean low water. The mean range of tide is 9 feet and the extreme range is 12.7 feet. The estimate of cost for new work revised in 1952 is $148,000 ex- clusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1945). approved estimate of cost for annual maintenance is $4,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: March 3, 1905 (H. Doc. 303, 58th Cong., 2d sess.) ; July 3, 1930 (H. Doc. 112, 70th Cong., 1st sess.) ; March 2, 1945 (H. Doc. 701, 76th Cong., 3d sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, provides that no dredging shall be done within 50 feet of any wharf or structure, that local interests shall furnish assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that suitable landing facilities open to all on equal terms will be provided and maintained, and that they will hold and save the United States free from claims for damages that may result from the channel improvement. Terminal facilities.-The harbor has a developed waterfront of a little more than 1 mile. There are 10 wharves in this area, 1 of which is not in use. The facilities are considered adequate for the existing commerce. For further details see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Ports of Northern New England, 1941. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Preliminary work, by hired labor, in connection with condition survey was accomplished during fiscal year at a cost and expenditure of $18, all maintenance funds. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is about 51 percent completed, the remaining portion consisting of the extension of the 10-foot channel in South River from the outer end of Derby Wharf, approximately 90 feet wide to the turn near Central Wharf, thence 50 feet wide to the upstream end of Pickering Wharf, and a branch channel on the east side of Derby Wharf 8 feet deep, 100 feet wide, and aproximately 700 feet long, widening to a basin of the same depth 500 feet long and 200 feet wide. The controlling depths were 0 to 1 foot in the 8-foot channel and turning basin (1939) ; 7 feet in the 10-foot channel (1950) ; and, 25 feet in the 25-foot channel (1950) (1939). The costs under the existing project have been $55,605.91, of which $48,087.91 was for new work and $7,518 was for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is proposed for the fiscal year 1953. The additional sum of $40,200 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for maintenance. 40 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: ............------------ Appropriated---------.......------------. ............ ...........------------------ -------............ ............ $100,456. 57 ............ Cost............-------------------....----------------------............-- ------------............ --............ ------...........------ 100, 456. 57 ............---------- Expenditures-------------------......... 100, 456. 57 ------------............---............----------------........................ Maintenance: Appropriated---...--------- ..................-----------..........----------- ---------. $1, 866. 00 9, 366.00 Cost------------------------- ............--------------........ -----------------. ........... 18. 00 7, 518. 00 Expenditures .........------------......................................----------------------------------- 18.00 7, 518.00 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project-----1------------ $100, 000 10. MYSTIC RIVER, MASS. Location.-The Mystic River rises in Mystic Lakes, Mass., flows in a southeasterly direction, and empties into Boston Harbor near the Boston Naval Shipyard. It is 7 miles in length. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 248 and U. S. Geological Survey Chart, "Boston".) Previous projects.-Original project for the lower Mystic was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1899 and curtailed by the River and Harbor Act of June 25, 1910. For further details see page 1743 of annual report for 1915, and page 59 of annual report for 1938. There has been no previous project for the upper Mystic. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 35 feet deep, extend- ing from the upper limit of the 35-foot channel at Boston Harbor at the Mystic River bridge to approximately 300 feet downstream of the Malden Bridge, having widths varying from about 940 feet at its lower end, to about 1,060 feet at a point about 1,200 feet below the Malden Bridge, thence decreasing to 150 feet at its upper limit; a channel 20 feet deep from the head of the existing 35-foot channel to a point 800 feet above the Malden Bridge, with widths decreasing from 150 feet at the lower end to 75 feet through the drawspan, thence in- creasing to approximately 340 feet to form a turning basin above the bridge; a channel 6 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the Boston & Maine Railroad (western division) bridge to about 2,500 feet above Wellington Bridge, about 1 mile, and thence 4 feet deep, gradually narrowing from 100 feet to 50 feet at the upper end for about 2 miles to the head of commercial navigation at Craddock Bridge in Medford. The project depths refer to mean low water. The mean range of tide is 9.6 feet. The extreme range is 13.7 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $4,870,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate of cost for annual maintenance is $14,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: RIVERS AND HARBORS---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 41 Acts Work authorized Documents July 13, 1892 Improvement of the upper Mystic----------------..Annual report, 1891, p. 672. June 25,1910 Improvement of channel downstream from mouth H. Doc. 1086, 60th Cong., 2d sess. of Island End River to the 35-foot channel of Boston Harbor. Aug. 30, 19351 Improvement of channel upstream from mouth of Rivers and Harbors Committee Island End River to city playground at Charles- Doc. 33, 74th Cong., 1st sess. town. June 20,1938 Improvement of channel upstream from city play- H. Doe. 542, 75th Cong., 3d sess. ground at Charlestown to a point 800 feet above the Malden Bridge. May 17, 1950 Improvement of the channel from the upper limit of H. Doc. 645, 80th Cong., 2d seas.' the 35-foot Boston Harbor channel to the Malden Bridge. I Also Emergency Relief Act of 1935. s Contains latest published map; a map showing the entire river is published in H. Doc. 2108, 64th Cong., 2d sess. Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-In the section of the river benefited by the 35-foot-channel project there are on the south bank of the river four wharves aggregating over 4,000 feet of berthing space used for the receipt, storage, and shipment of coal, lumber, and gypsum. These wharves consist of substantial stone or wooden bulkheads filled solid, and in some cases fronted by pile platforms. There is also on the south bank a lumber terminal, the largest of its kind on the Atlantic coast. It is equipped with the most modern mechanical appliances, has rail- road connection, and occupies 4,400 feet of water front. On the north bank of the river within the scope of this improvement there is a large wharf for receipt and shipment of oil on an extensive scale; immedi- ately adjacent to this wharf is an extensive terminal constructed in connection with an iron works; downstream of the Malden Bridge there is a wharf for receipt of oil in connection with electric generating plant; on the west bank of Island End River, which flows into Mystic River on the north about midway of the 35-foot channel, are situated two large terminal wharves, of 800 feet dockage, for receipt and ship- ment of coal, coke, tar, and oil. These wharves are connected with the 35-foot channel by a channel 30 feet deep at mean low water, dredged by private interests. None of the above wharves is publicly owned, and none is open to general public use. Beyond the scope of the authorized 35-foot-channel improvement, and within the scope of the 20-foot channel and the improvement of the upper Mystic, there are on the south bank in Charlestown and Somerville about 1,850 feet, and on the north bank in Medford about 1,235 feet of available dockage, of which 450 feet on the south bank and 435 feet on the north bank are customarily in use. A large auto- mobile assembly plant is located on the south bank in Somerville. The existing wharves consist of stone and wooden bulkheads, solid filled. None is publicly owned, but two are open to the public on pay- ment of wharfage charges. The capacities of the lower Mystic are being utilized to a gratifying extent. These facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. For further details see "The Port of Boston, Mass.-Port Series No. 3.-Revised 1946." Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance dredging, by contract, to restore 30-foot channel depths was commenced on Feb- ruary 7, 1952 and was in progress at the end of the fiscal year. During 42 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 the period 104,784 cubic yards of clay, mud, sand and silt, and 62.76 cubic yards of rock were removed at a cost of $118,646.90. The ex- penditures were $100,878.21, for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is about 16 percent complete. To complete the project there remains the dredg- ing of the 35-foot channel, including the removal of ledge in the channel. The controlling depths at mean low water in Mystic River at the time the various sections were last surveyed were: Approxi- mately 20 to 30 feet in the 35-foot channel (1950); 20 feet in the 20- foot channel (1948); 3 feet in the 6-foot channel; and 3 feet in the 4-foot channel but narrowed in width (1946). The total costs under the existing project from regular funds have been $472,147.23, of which $293,341.72 was for new work and $178,- 805.51 for maintenance. The expenditures were $293,341.72 for new work and $161,036.82 for maintenance. The total costs and expendi- tures under emergency relief appropriation funds have been $476,- 783.40, all for new work. The total costs under all funds have been $948,930.63, of which $770,125.12 was for new work and $178,805.51 was for maintenance. The total expenditures under all funds have been $931,161.94. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance and accounts re- ceivable June 30, 1952 of $54,477.23 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable--------------------------------$18, 124. 13 Completion of maintenance dredging to restore 30-foot channel depths, approximately 26,216 cubic yards and 62.24 cubic yards hard material -------- --- ---------------------------- 36, 353. 10 54, 477. 23 The sum of $1,000,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for new work dredging by contract. Dredging to 35 feet of the 35-foot project from Boston Harbor to the Malden Bridge_ --------------------- ----------- $1, 000,000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated------....-------.------------ -----------------------------------...... $895,848.32 ---------- Cost--------.... ------------------ --------------- ---------- ------ 895,848.32 Expenditures- ------------------- ----------- - ---------------- ---------------- 895, 848.32 Maintenance: $10, 500.00 Appropriated- ........-- -$755. 56 $664.32 ---------- 000.00 $155, ........... 225,440.53 Cost---------------- 9, 744.44 ------------. 664.32 ...------..118,646.90 189, 087.43 9, 744. 44 ------------ Expenditures ..-------.... 664. 32 ------ 100, 878. 21 171, 318. 74 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project------------ $4,100, 000. 00 11. BOSTON HARBOR, MASS. Location.-This harbor includes all the expanse of tidewater lying within a line from Point Allerton to Point Shirley and extending from that line westward to the mainland. This comprises an area of about RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 43 47 square miles, exclusive of the islands. (See U. S. Coast and Geo- detic Survey Charts Nos. 246 and 248.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of March 2, 1867, June 14, 1880, September 19, 1890, June 3, 1896, and July 25, 1912. For further details see page 1743 of annual report for 1915, page 81 of annual report for 1917, and page 63 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for the following: a. A channel 40 feet deep in general, but 45 feet deep through rock, from the sea to President Roads through Broad Sound, 2 miles, 900 feet wide except at the outer end where it is widened to 1,100 feet. b. Deepening to 40 feet the main ship channel from President Roads to about 200 feet northerly of the site of Mystic Pier No. 1, Charles- town; having widths varying from 600 feet to 1,200 feet with suitable widening at the bends. Length about 5.5 miles. c. An anchorage area 2,000 feet wide, 5,500 feet long, and 40 feet deep, on the north side of President Roads. d. Extension of President Roads anchorage 700 feet to the north and 500 feet to the west at a depth of 40 feet, and dredging an area to 35 feet lying west of the anchorage. e. Deepening to 40 feet that part of the approach channel to the United States Navy drydock No. 3 at South Boston between the main ship channel and the United States harbor line. f. A channel 35 feet deep along the same line as the 40-foot main ship channel in the following manner: Adjacent to the westerly side of the 40-foot main ship channel through Broad Sound 600 feet wide, a distance of about 2 miles; adjacent to the northerly side of the 40-foot main ship channel from President Roads to abreast the fish pier 600 feet wide, a distance of about 3 miles; adjacent to the westerly side of 40-foot main ship channel from abreast Fort Point Channel to the Mystic River and Charlestown Bridges and the entrance to the Chelsea River, having widths varying from 100 feet to 1,000 feet, a distance of about 2 miles. g. A channel 2 miles long, 30 feet deep, and 1,200 feet wide from the sea to President Roads through Broad Sound by a less direct route than the 35- and 40-foot channels. h. A channel 27 feet deep and 1,000 feet wide from Nantasket Roads to President Roads known as the "Narrows" Channel, 3 miles. i. A channel 15 feet deep, 300 feet wide, and 550 feet long through the bar which extends from the north head of Long Island to Nixes Mate Shoal, known as "Nixes Mate" or "Nubble" Channel. j. A channel in Chelsea River 30 feet deep and generally 200 feet wide, from the mouth of the river, at the head of the 35-foot channel in Boston Harbor, to a point about 1 mile upstream of the Chelsea Street Bridge, a distance of about 2 miles, thence a channel 8.4 feet deep to the Boston & Maine Railroad Bridge 150 feet wide a distance of about one-half mile. k. Improvement of Reserved Channel east of L Street Bridge by a channel 30 feet deep and 300 feet wide. 1. The Fort Point Channel, 23 feet deep and 175 feet wide from its entrance in Boston Harbor, about four-fifths of a mile to the Dorches- ter Avenue (old Federal St.) Bridge. 44 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMYI, 1952 m. Sea walls of coursed stone and riprap protecting the most exposed headlands and islands. All depths are referred to mean low water. The mean range of tide is 9 feet at Boston Light, and 9.6 feet in the upper harbor, in Chelsea Creek, and in Fort Point Channel. The extreme range is about 4 feet greater. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, exclusive of amount expended on previous projects and of sea walls for which no estimate was given is $19,131,000. The latest (1950) approved esti- mate for annual cost of maintenance is $130,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents - - I I Mar. 2,1825 Pteservation of islands by sea walls. Aug. 5,1886 Fort Point Channel_._...........______............. H. Ex. Doc. 206, 48th Cong., 2d seas. Annual Report, 1885, p. 543. Channel 15 feet deep from Long Island to Nixes Mate Annual Report 1887, p. 517. Shoal (Nixes Mate or Nubble Channel). July 13,1892 Channel 27 feet deep from Nantasket Roads to Presi- Annual Report, 1893, p. 766. dent Roads. Mar. 3,1899 For 30-foot channel from sea to the President Roads H. Doc. 133, 55th Cong., 2d sess. through Broad Sound by less direct route than the Annual Report, 1898, p. 886. 35- and 40-foot channels. June 13,1902 For 35-foot channel from the sea to Boston Naval H. Doc. 119, 56th Cong., 2d sess. Shipyard, Chelsea and Charles River Bridges. Annual Report, 1901, p. 1096. Elimination from the project of the removal of Finns Authorized by Chief of Engineers Ledge at the outer entrance. Mar. 11, 1913. Aug. 8,1917 Depth of 40 feet (45 feet in rocks) in Broad Sound H. Doc. 931, 63d Cong., 2d sess.1 Channel. Aug. 30, 1935 2 Present project dimensions Of channel from Presi- H. Doc. 244, 72d Cong., 1st sess.l dent Roads to Commonwealth pier No. 1, East Boston and anchorage area north side of President Roads. Do ..-...Present project dimensions of that part of approach Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 channel to U. S. Navy drydock No. 3, at South Doc. 29, 74th Cong., 1st sess. Boston between Main Ship Channel and United States harbor line. Aug. 26, 1937 Chelsea River Channel, 30 feet deep....---- ..----- Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 24, 75th Cong., 1st sess.' 1 Oct. 17,1940 Reserved Channel 30 feet deep_ ...................... H. Doc. 225, 76th Cong., 1st sess. Sept. 7,1940 Abandons seaplane channel authorized in River and Public Law 420, 78th Cong. Harbor Act approved Oct. 17, 1940 (H. Doc. 362, 76th Cong., 1st sess.). Mar. 2,1945 Extension of 40-foot channel_........................_ H. Doc. 733, 79th Cong., 2d sess.1 July 24,1946 Extension of President Roads Anchorage_............. H, Doe. 244, 80th Cong., 1st sess.' 1 Contains latest published maps. See also Annual Report, 1911, p. 1178 (sea walls and Nixes Mate Chan- nel) and Annual Report, 1903, p. 770 (Fort Point Channel). 2 Authorized in part by Public Works Administration, Sept. 6, 1933. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945 provides that the dredging of the proposed channel extension shall not be undertaken until the Secretary of War is afforded satisfactory assurance that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts will construct the pier and provide a depth of 40 feet at mean low water in the berths at the new pier which will be served by the proposed channel extension. The construction of the new pier authorized by the Massachusetts Legislature was completed in May 1952. Fully complied with. Assurances approved by Chief of Engineers February 16, 1950. Terminal facilities.-There are 186 wharves and piers in the harbor, not including the Mystic River, Weymouth Fore River, and Town River, which are reported elsewhere. In addition, there are 4 ferry RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 45 slips and 2 car floats. Of the terminals, 33 are publicly owned, 3 are open to public use, 86 have mechanical handling facilities, and 68 have railroad connections. The facilities are considered adequate for the present requirements of commerce. (For the latest full description of terminal facilities, see Port Series No. 3--the Port of Boston, Mass., revised 1946.) Operations and results during the fiscal year.--Improvement dredg- ing, by contract, of the extension of the 40-foot main channel in prog- ress at the beginning of the fiscal year was completed on October 31, 1951. During the period 641,556 cubic yards of clay, mud and sand were removed at a cost of $511,139.83, all for new work. The expendi- tures were $658,052.37 for new work. In conjunction with the above contract, maintenance dredging was done in the main ship channel to 35 feet. During the period 153,020 cubic yards of clay, mud and sand were removed at a cost of $124,998.90 for maintenance. Maintenance dredging, by contract, in the vicinity of the former Chelsea North Bridge and Meridian Street Bridge was commenced on September 22, 1951 and was completed on November 6, 1951. Dur- ing the period 25,615 cubic yards of clay, mud, and sand were removed and a concrete encased pipe and two dolphins were removed and dis- posed of at a cost of $71,929.77 for maintenance. Maintenance dredging, by contract, in Fort Point Channel to 21 feet was commenced on November 30, 1951 and was completed on February 10, 1952. During the period, 12,450 cubic yards of mud were removed at a cost of $17,767.37, exclusive of $17,767.37 from contributed funds for maintenance. Maintenance dredging, by contract, in Reserved Channel to 30 feet was commenced on May 20, 1952, and was in progress at the end of the fiscal year. During the period, 2'5,900 cubic yards of mud, silt, and debris were removed at a cost of $39,442.99. Snagging operations, by hired labor, were begun in February 1952 and carried on during the balance of the fiscal year at a cost of $4,088.15, for maintenance. Condition survey, by hired labor, of the 27-foot Narrows Channel, 30-, 35- and 40-foot entrance channels from Broad Sound to President Roads, the 40-foot anchorage, the 35- and 40-foot main ship channel up to the Charlestown and Mystic River Bridge and the 30-foot Chelsea River channel was in progress at end of fiscal year. The costs were $2,273.68. The total costs were $789,408.06, of which $511,139.83 were for new work, and $278,268.23 were for maintenance. Total expenditures were $907,874.72. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The existing project is about 86 percent complete, the remaining portion consisting of dredging the extension of President Roads anchorage 700 feet to the north and 500 feet to the west at a depth of 40 feet, and dredging an area to 35 feet lying west of the anchorage. Sea walls of a total length of about 3.75 miles have been built and maintained on Great Brewster, Lovells, Gallups, Long, Hainsford, Deer, and Georges Islands, and on Point 245554-53-vol. 1--4 46 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Allerton. The "Nixes Mate" or Nubble Channel was completed in 1892; the 30-foot channel in 1905; the 27-foot channel in 1907; Fort Point Channel in 1909; the 35-foot channel in 1915; the Broad Sound 40-foot channel in 1930; the 40-foot anchorage in 1937; the 30-foot Chelsea River channel in 1940, except for the small area immediately below the Chelsea Street Bridge which was completed in 1946; the the 40-foot inner harbor channel in 1941; and the 30-foot Reserved Channel in 1941. The controlling depths at mean low water in the various improved channels of Boston Harbor at the dates they were last surveyed were: Broad Sound 40-foot channel, 40 feet (1939); main ship channel to Commonwealth pier No. 1, 36.5 feet (1945), from Commonwealth pier No. 1 to 200 feet northerly of Mystic pier No. 1, 39.7 feet (1951); President Roads Anchorage,39 feet (1937); extension to the President Roads anchorage and 35-foot area 15 to 35 feet (1945); approach to Navy drydock No. 3, 40 feet (1938) ; 35-foot channel, 35 feet (1934); Broad Sound 30-foot channel, 30 feet (1939) ; Narrows Channel, gen- erally 27 feet with the exception of an encroachment 150 feet into the northerly limit of the channel in the vicinity of "Narrows Light", a depth of +5.2 feet on this shoal (1949); Nubble Channel, 15 feet (1951) ; Reserved Channel, maintenance dredging being done (195S); Chelsea River, 30 feet inthe 30-foot channel (1947) ;8.0 feet in the 8.4- foot channel (1936) ; and Fort Point Channel, 20 feet in three-quarters of the channel width and 16 feet in the easterly quarter (1952). The costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, have been as follows: Costs Expenditures New work Maintenance Total Regular funds _ _ _ _....--------------------... $14,414,831. 97 $1,778,862. 22 $16, 193, 694. 19 $16, 164, 838. 67 Public works funds- ----------------- 1,030, 806. 26 -- 1,030, 806. 26 1,030, 806. 26 Emergency relief funds___.....--........ 935, 303. 03-- 935, 303. 03 935, 303. 03 Total_-------------- 16,380, 941. 26 1, 778, 862. 22 18, 519, 803. 48 18, 130, 947. 96 Proposed operations.--The unexpended balance and accounts re- ceivable as of June 30, 1952 amounting to $59,092.12, plus an allot- ment of $9,000 to be made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $68,092.12, will be applied as follows: Amounts payable June 30, 1952 .....--------- -- --- _ $12, 687. 00 Maintenance: Completion of maintenance dredging, by contract, in Reserved Channel to 30 feet, approximately 26,900 cubic yards---------. 37, 678. 80 Completion of condition survey, by hired labor ____ .-------- .. 7, 726. 32 Snagging operations, by hired labor __------------------- 10, 000.00 Total------------- -------------------------------- 55, 405. 12 Total all work------------------- ------------------- 68, 092. 12 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 47 The sum of $1,712,000 can be profitably, expended during fiscal year 1954 for the following scheduled work: New work : Improvement dredging, by contract, of President Roads 40-foot anchorage extension--- ----------------------------- $1, 500,000 Maintenance: Maintenance dredging, by contract, in shoal areas of 40-foot main channel, 27-foot Narrows Channel, and the 15-foot Nubble Channel (approximately 200,000 cubic yards) --------------- 200, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports---------------------------- 2, 000 Snagging operations, by hired labor------------------------------- 10, 000 Total, all work------------------------------------------ 1, 712, 000 Cost and financial summary UNITED STATES FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto1948 New work: Appropriated .... -$6,500.00 -$6, 405.31 $400. 000.00 $380, 000. 00 -$38, 537. 56 1 $17,846, 064. 22 Cost -------------------------------- 5,100. 55 225, 222. 06 511,139. 83 117, 846, 064. 22 Expenditures--.... ------------ ------------ 5, 062.80 78, 347. 27 658, 052. 37 1 17, 846, 064. 22 Maintenance: Appropriated .... 44, 546. 72 -34, 907. 50 15, 500. 00 73, 000. 00 235, 000. 00 2 1,825, 379. 23 Cost _---------- ------------ 8, 486. 71 2, 430. 76 18, 769. 05 260, 500. 86 2 1, 778, 974. 11 Expenditures_.... 1,015. 34 7, 512. 811 2, 389. 32 18, 359. 41 249, 822. 35 2 1, 767, 885. 96 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project------------- $2, 750, 000. 00 CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-----......... ........--....---------------............-----............ .......-------------- $17, 767.37 $17, 767.37 Cost- ............-----------...... ...---------.........---------------............---------- ......------------ 17, 767.37 17, 767.37 Expenditures--.......---------.............-----..-----........----------- -........-----------.. 17, 767.37 17, 767.37 1Includes $935,303.03 expended from emergency relief funds for new work. 2 In addition $17,767.37 was expended for maintenance from contributed funds. 12. WEYMOUTH FORE RIVER, MASS. Location.-Rises in Braintree, Mass., and flows in a northerly direction 7.5 miles, emptying into Hingham Bay, Boston Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 246.) Previous projects.--Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of Sep- tember 19, 1890, and extended by the River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1905, February 27, 1911, and July 27, 191'6. For further details see page 1745 of annual report for 1915, page 64 of annual report for 1932, and page 67 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for (a) a channel 27 feet deep with a general width of 300 feet from a point in Hingham Bay be- tween Nut and Peddocks Islands to the Weymouth Fore River bridge at Quincy Point, about 3.0 miles; (b) a channel in Nantasket Gut 27 48 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 feet deep and 400 feet wide,, extending from deep water in Nantasket Roads to Hingham Bay, a distance of about 2,000 feet; thence through Hingham Bay 27 feet deep and 300 feet wide for a distance of about 1.4 miles to deep water in Weymouth Fore River west of Sheep Island; and (c) extension of the 27-foot channel so as to include the present 27-foot State-improved channel through and above the Weymouth Fore River bridge and to provide in this section a com- bined channel and maneuvering basin of the same depth, with a length of about 2,500 feet and widths varying from 470 to 900 feet. The plane of reference is mean low water. The mean range of tide is 9.5 feet. The extreme range is 13.6 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $972,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $1'4,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 30,1935 27-foot channel from Hinghamn Bay (between Nut H. Doc. 207, 72d Cong., 1st sess. and Peddocks Islands) to Weymouth Fore River bridge. Oct. 17,1940 27-foot channel through Nantasket Gut and Hing- H. Doc. 568, 76th Cong., 3d sess.t ham Bay to deep water in Weymouth Fore River west of Sheep Island. Mar. 2,1945 27-foot channel through and above Weymouth Fore H. Doc. 294 77th Cong., 1st sess. River bridge, and maneuvering basin. 2 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-There are nine wharves in Weymouth Fore River all grouped near the head of the Federal improvement. Con- struction consists mainly of pile and timber piers extending from timber or concrete bulkheads. There are 6,092 feet of berthing space available. Six of the wharves have railroad connections and six have mechanical handling facilities. Three of the wharves are used in con- nection with a large shipyard, two with oil terminals, one with an electric generating plant, one with a large soap manufacturing plant, and two with yacht clubs. There are no publicly owned wharves. The facilities are considered adequate for the present needs of commerce. (For further description of terminal facilities see Port Series No. 3, Port of Boston, revised 1946.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance dredging, by contract, in progress at beginning of fiscal year was completed on August 4, 1951. During the period, 21,929 cubic yards of mud, sand and silt were removed at a cost of $39,489.48. The expenditures were $44,602,52. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 37 percent completed, the remaining portion consisting of dredging the 27-foot channel through Nantasket Gut and Hingham Bay to deep water in Weymouth Fore River west of Sheep Island, authorized by the River and Harbor Act of October 17, 1940, and the extension of the 27-foot channel so as to include the present 27-foot State-improved channel through and above Weymouth Fore River Bridge, and to provide in this section a combined channel and maneuvering basin of RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 49 the same depth, authorized by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945. The controlling depths were 17.6 feet from Nantasket Gut through Hingham Bay to abreast Sheep Island (1939) ; 26.0 feet for project width of 300 feet from abreast Grape Island to Weymouth Fore River Bridge (1949); 21.5 feet in channel and maneuvering basin upstream of Fore River Bridge (1948). The costs under the existing project have been $487,931.53, of which $355,227.34 was for new work and $132,704.19 was for maintenance. The expenditures have been $487,931.53. Proposed operations.- The unexpended balance June 30, 1952 amounting to $2,252.20 will be expended for a condition survey, by hired labor, of the 27-foot channel from Nut and Peddocks Island to Weymouth Fore River Bridge. The sum of $297,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for new work dredging, by contract, of the 27-foot Nantasket Gut Channel. Cost nd fnnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ....-------............---....------------.....-----------------....................-------...-----------............... $991,127.34 Cost_ ------------------------- ------ ---- ----------------- ------------ 1991,127. 34 Expenditures--- .....----------- .........................------------------------------------------- 1 991,127. 34 Maintenance: Appropriated ........ $35, 069. 24 $1,000. 00 ----------- 50, 139.12 ---.-.-- _ 140, 206. 39 Cost---------------............. 37, 460. 39 1,000. 00 ----- 8, 397. 44 $39,489. 48 137, 954. 19 Expenditures --------. 37, 460. 39 1,000. 00 3, 284. 40 44, 602. 52 137, 954. 19 1 Exclusive of $100,000 expended from contributed funds for new work on previous project. Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project--- --------- $617, 000.00 13. TOWN RIVER, MASS. Location.-Town River is a tidal river 2 miles long lying entirely within the limits of the city of Quincy, just south of Boston, Mass. It flows in an easterly direction and empties into Weymouth Fore River at Quincy Point. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 246.) Previous project.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 3, 1896. For further details see page 65 of annual report for 1907, and page 69 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.--This provides for a channel 24 feet deep at mean low water and generally 150 feet wide from deep water in Weymouth Fore River to a point opposite the upstream end of the Quincy Oil Co. terminal, a distance of 6,700 feet, with a turning basin 18 feet deep, 400 feet wide, and roughly 1,000 feet long at the inner end; and a channel 15 feet deep and 100 feet wide, thence to a point just below the plant of the Quincy Electric Light & Power Co., a further distance of 1,370 feet. The mean range of tide is 9.5 feet. The extreme range is 11 feet. The estimate of cost of new work, made in 1936, was $456,400, in- cluding $136,920 contributed by local interests but exclusive of amounts expended under the previous project. The latest (1936) 50 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $6,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937 (H. Doc. 96, 75th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in that document. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937, requires that local interests contribute 30 percent of the initial cost of the entire improvement, furnish free of cost to the United States a suitably located right of way 400 feet wide and spoil-disposal areas, bulkheaded where necessary, for new work and for subsequent main- tenance as required, and release the United States from all claims for damages attributable to the work of improvement. With the excep- tion of furnishing certain easements, all conditions of local cooperation have been complied with. Terminal facilities.-On the south bank of Town River are located eight wharves, three of which are used for boat building and repair work, three used for receipt of petroleum products, one for receiving and storing lumber, and one for receiving scrap materials. On the north bank of the river is located a yacht building and repair yard. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. For full description see The Port of Boston, Mass.-Port Series 3- Revised 1946. Operations and results during the fiscal year.-None. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1940. The controlling depth in 1947 from deep water in Weymouth Fore River to a point opposite the upstream end of the Quincy Oil Co. was about 22 feet, from the Quincy Oil Co. to a point just below the Quincy Electric Light & Power Co. plant it was 14.5 feet, and in the turning basin it was 17.6 feet. The total costs under the existing project have been $443,182.34, of which amount $372,392.52 was for new work, including $111,762.76 contributed funds, and $70,789.82 was for maintenance. The expendi- tures have been $443,182.34, including $111,762.76 contributed funds. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $1,200 to be made during fiscal year 1953 will be applied toward a condition survey, by hired labor, of the 24-foot channel from deep water in Weymouth Fore River to Quincy Oil Co., thence of the 15-foot channel to just below Quincy Electric Light & Power Co. plant. The sum of $36,000, maintenance funds, can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging, by contract, in the 24-foot channel (approximately 25,000 cubic yards). Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June S30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--------- --------- -$150. 00-------------------------------- 1$285,629. 76 Cost _---------------- -$150. 00 1285, 629. 76 Expenditures---------......... -150. 00 ----------------------------------------- 1285, 629. 76 Maintenance: Appropriated---------.----- -------------------- ---------------------- 83, 367. 23 Cost--------------59, 980. 87 ........---------..-----------------------------------............ 83, 367. 23 Expenditures-........ 60, 327. 91 --- ---... -- - - . --.- .. - -- - - 83, 367. 23 1 Excludes $111,762.76 expended of contributed funds. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 51 14. PLYMOUTH HARBOR, MASS. Location.-This harbor is 45 miles by water south of Boston. Its outer anchorage, the "Cow Yard," is common to Plymouth, Duxbury, and Kingston. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 245.) Previous projects.-Adopted by acts of May 26, 1824, March 3, 1875, and 1877, 1884, and 1885. For further details see page 1746 of annual report for 1915, and page 72 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for (a) protecting by riprap the sections of Long Beach damaged by the storm of November 1898, and for restoring Eel River to its former course; (b) dredging a channel 18 feet deep at mean low water and 200 feet wide, increased at the entrance and on curves, from the bay to the town wharves, formerly in the areas south of the State pier, a distance of about 2.5 miles, with a suitable turning basin at the inner end; (c) dredging a channel 150 feet wide, 15 feet deep at mean low water, extending in a northwesterly direction about 0.3 mile from a point off the site of northerly Craigs wharf (now State pier) with a turning basin 300 feet square, and of the same depth, at its northwesterly end; (d) maintenance of the area dredged to a depth of 18 feet below mean low water by the Common- wealth of Massachusetts, connecting the 15-foot channel with the 18- foot channel in the vicinity of the State pier; and (e) dredging an anchorage basin 18 feet deep at mean low water, 850 feet wide and 2,125 feet in average length on the southeast side of the project channel near Long Beach. The mean range of tide is 9.6 feet; the extreme range is 13.7 feet. The estimated Federal cost of new work, approved in 1952 is $538,500. The latest approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $12,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1899 Beach protection--- -------------------------- Annual report for 1899, p. 1089. Mar. 4, 1913 Dredging 18-foot channel - - - _.-- H. Doc. 1194, 62d Cong., 3d sess. Sept. 22,1922 Dredging 15-foot extension, including turning basin_ _ H. Doc. 996, 66th Cong., 3d sess.' June 20,1938 Dredging 18-foot anchorage basin----------------- H. Doc. 577, 75th Cong., 3d sess.1 1 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.--The River and Harbor Act of June 20, 1938, provided for an anchorage basin 18 feet deep at mean low water, 850 feet wide, and 2,125 feet in average length on the southeast side of the project channel near Long Beach, provided local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, spoil-disposal areas for initial work and for subsequent maintenance as may be required, and contribute one-third the initial cost of the improvement. These con- ditions have not yet been complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are three wharves and five boatyards. Two of the wharves are publicly owned, one by the town of Plymouth and one by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. These wharves are open to the public free of charge. The third wharf is used in con- 52 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 nection with a yacht club. The wharves are of pile and timber construction with timber docks. None of the wharves have railroad connections. Of the boatyards, two are used for the construction of new boats and the repair of old boats, and three are used for the servicing and storage of boats. The facilities are considered ade- quate for the present requirements of commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 35 percent completed. No work has been done on the 18-foot anchorage basin authorized by the River and Harbor Act of June 20, 1938. Work of protecting by riprap the sections of Long Beach damaged by the storm of 1898 was completed in 1909. Eel River was restored to its former course in 1904. The dredging of a channel 18 feet deep at mean low water was completed in 1915. The 15-foot channel was completed in 1927. Controlling depths were 6 feet from the entrance in Cape Cod Bay to Beacon No. 4, thence 11 feet to the State Pier in the 18-foot channel (1950); 11 feet in the 15-foot channel (1950); 8 feet in the 15-foot turning basin at the town wharf (1950) ; and +4 to 18 feet in the 18-foot anchorage (1950). The costs and expendi- tures under the existing project have been $324,722.30, of which $188,571.16 was for new work and $136,151.14 was for maintenance. In addition, $108,400 has been expended from contributed funds, of which $108,000 was for new work and $400 was for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $195,000, maintenance funds, to be made during fiscal year 1953 will be expended for main- tenance dredging by contract for partial restoration of the 18-foot channel by dredging to 15 feet and restoring the 15-foot channel to project depth (approximately 225,000 cubic yards). No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 19051 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated .....--------------------------------------- - ----------- ------------ ' $377, 217.75 Cost__-----_----------- ------------------------------------------------ 377, 217.75 Expenditures---------.......---------- --------------------------------- ----------- 1377, 217.75 Maintenance: Appropriated---.....-------------------------------------- $2, 500.00 ------------ 1 138,164.35 Cost Cost------------------- ------------ ------------ 2,50.0------------1 1138,164.35 2,50000 38643 Expenditures------...------------ -------------------- 2, 500.00 .------------ 1 138,164.35 SIn addition $108,000 was expended from contributed funds for new work and $400 for maintenance. Other new work data : Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project---------------- $350, 000.00 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 53 15. CAPE COD CANAL, MASS. Location.-This waterway is a sea-level canal, extending from the head of Buzzards Bay, Mass., to a point on Cape Cod Bay about 15 miles southeast of Plymouth Harbor, Mass. In general direction the canal trends from Buzzards Bay easterly to Cape Cod Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 251 and 1208.) Existing project.-This provides for the purchase of the Cape Cod Canal, including a 600-foot jetty and a 3,000-foot breakwater at the east end of the Canal at a cost to the United States of $11,500,000; for an open canal 32 feet deep at mean low water, with widths of 540 feet in the land cut, 500 feet in a straight channel in Buzzards Bay to Wings Neck, and 700 feet beyond Wings Neck; mooring basins con- sisting of a basin on the south side of Hog Island channel 4,000 feet long, with widths varying from 0 to 400 feet, 32 feet deep at mean low water, and a basin at Sandwich 3,260 feet long, with widths vary- ing from 0 to 385 feet, and 25 feet deep at mean low water; the con- struction of two fixed highway bridges having a horizontal clearance of 500 feet, and a vertical clearance of 135 feet at mean high water; the construction of a vertical lift railroad bridge with a 500-foot span and 135-foot clearance above mean high water when the span is raised; an improved lighting system; other accessory and minor features which may be deemed necessary and to be in accordance with plans approved by the Chief of Engineers, which include a dike extending southwesterly 10,700 feet from Stony Point, a dike between Hog and Mashnee Islands, a dike between Hog Island and Rocky Point, a small East Boat Basin, 13 feet deep at mean low water on the south bank of the canal, and a small West Boat Basin 18 feet deep at mean low water on the north bank of the canal; a harbor of refuge for small vessels by dredging a channel 150 feet wide and 15 feet deep at mean low water into Onset Bay and to the town wharf in the village of Onset; for enlargement of the 15-foot turning basin at the town wharf and for an anchorage basin of about 16 acres, having a depth of 8 feet below mean low water, located contiguous to the proposed 15-foot channel and turning basin. The land cut is 7.7 miles long, and with approach channels, the total length of the canal is 171/2 miles. The mean range of tide in Cape Cod Bay is 9.4 feet and in-Buzzards Bay 4 feet. The mean range of spring tides is about 13 feet in Cape Cod Bay, and 6.5 feet in Buzzards Bay. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $31,552,500, including $11,500,000, purchase price of the canal and properties which were taken over by the United States on March 31, 1928. The latest approved (1950) estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $600,000 including $270,000 for operation and care. 54 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Jan. 21, 1927 (sec. 2)--....--.... Purchase of canal from the Boston, H. Doc. 139, 67th Cong., 2d Cape Cod & New York Canal Co., sess. in accordance with contract dated July 29, 1921, executed by that com- pany. Included in Public Works Ad- Construction of 3 bridges and widen- H. Doc. 795, 71st Cong., 3d ministration program, Sept. ing canal to 205 feet. sess. 6, 1933. June 26, 1934 (Permanent Ap- Operation and care of works of im- propriations Repeal Act). provement provided for with funds from War Department appropria- tions for rivers and harbors. Included in Public Works Ad- Construction of a mooring basin______ H. Doc. 795, 71st Cong., 3d ministration program, Apr. sess. 29, 1935. Included in emergency relief Dredging and bank protection .------- program, May 28, 1935. Aug. 30, 1935---------------- Existing project for main canal Rivers and Harbors Commit- adopted tee Doc. 1 15, 74th Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 2, 1945....---__.....-- --- 15-foot channel and turning basin in H. Doc. 431, 77th Cong., 1st Onset Bay. sess.' 1Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, provides that local interests contribute one-half of the first cost, but not to exceed $48,000, for the channel and turning basin in Onset Bay and hold and save the United States free from all claims for damages attributable to the work. It is expected that these requirements will be met. Terminal facilities.-There are four terminals on the canal. Three are privately owned, one being used for the receipt and freezing of fish and two for the receipt and storage of oil. The fourth terminal is the State pier, owned by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and located on the north bank of the canal at Bourne Neck. The terminals are considered adequate for the purposes for which they are used. Operationsand results during the fiscal year.-Maintenance:Dredg- ing by United States hopper dredge was carried on from October 1-2, 1951; December 2 to 28, 1951; was commenced on June 16, 1952, and was in progress at end of fiscal year. During the fiscal year 190,512 cubic yards, bin measurement, of mud, sand, and silt were removed at a cost of $78,343.15. Cleaning and painting of Buzzards Bay railroad bridge, by contract, in progress at the beginning of the fiscal year, was completed on Octo- ber 15, 1951. The costs during the fiscal year were $6,275. Final settlement of claim is pending. Cleaning and painting of the Bourne and Sagamore Highway Bridges was commenced on July 24, 1951, and was in progress at the end of the fiscal year. Costs during the fiscal year were $59,970.50. Costs in connection with real estate activities amounted to $2,134.97 during the fiscal year. Channel work consisting of maintenance surveys of dikes and con- dition surveys of the channel, mooring basins and miscellaneous areas was carried on by hired labor, during the fiscal year at a cost of $27,330.68. RIVERS AND HARBORS---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 55 Maintenance of bridges, lights, power and signal systems, dolphins, service roads, dikes, and drilling and blasting boulders was performed by hired labor at a cost of $112,423.27. Operation and care of canal: The canal was open to navigation and the railroad bridge operated throughout the year except for inter- mittent periods. During the month of May 1952, when salvage opera- tions were in progress in raising the sunken motorship Arizona Sword from the canal, it was necessary to close the canal for short periods when actual pumping was being done. During the periods June 4-6 and June 9-10, 1952, when auxiliary counterweight cables were re- newed on the Buzzards Bay railroad bridge, it was also necessary to close the canal to shipping when actual interchange of cables was being done. The costs during the fiscal year for operating and care were $247,505.27. The total costs during the fiscal year were $533,982.84 for mainte- nance, including $247,505.27 for operation and care. The total expenditures were $529,960.25. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is substan- tially complete except for dredging the 15-foot channel from deep water in the vicinity of Wickets Island to the town wharf at Onset and enlargement of the 15-foot turning basin at the town wharf, and an 8-foot anchorage basin contiguous thereto, authorized by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945. The canal is crossed by two high- level highway bridges and a vertical lift railroad bridge. The canal in the land cut from the easterly entrance to station 430 has a least bottom width of 480 feet, except opposite the State pier where the width is 450 feet. From station 430 to Wings Neck (Hog Island Chan- nel) the width is 500 feet and beyond Wings Neck (Cleveland Ledge Channel) 700 feet. The controlling depths at mean low water for this project were: Canal in land cut, 31 feet (1952); mooring basin, north side, easterly end, 19 feet (1952) ; Hog Island Channel, 30 feet (1952) ; Cleveland Ledge Channel, 29 feet (1951) ; 21 feet in mooring basin, south side, westerly end (1952) ; 12 feet in boat basin, south side, east entrance (1952) ; 16.2 feet in Onset Bay Channel from the Cape Cod Canal to Wickets Island (1943) ; 15.5 feet in channel to the town wharf and the turning basin at the town wharf (1940) ; with consider- able shoaling along the limits; 2 to 6 feet in the 8-foot anchorage. The total costs from regular funds have been $31,772,287.21, of which $20,437,653.42 (including the purchase price of $11,500,000) was for new work and $11,334,633.79 was for maintenance, including $5,753,456.51 for operation and care of the canal. The total expendi- tures have been $31,753,535.21. The total costs and expenditures from Public Works funds have been $6,138,157.30 for new work. The total costs and expenditures from emergency relief appropria- tion funds have been $4,849,739.57 for new work. The total costs, all funds, have been $42,760,184.08 of which $31,- 425,550.29 (including the purchase price of $11,500,000) was for new work and $11,334,633.79 was for maintenance. The total expenditures have been $42,741,432.08. This includes the sum of $1,658,354.71 expended between March 31, 1928, and June 30, 1935, on the operation 56 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, 17. S. ARMY, 1952 and care of the works of improvement under the provision of the permanent indefinite appropriation for such purpose. Proposed operations.-Fundsunexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $81,897.24, plus accounts receivable of $3,185.75 plus an allotment for fiscal year 1953 of $538,070, a total of $623,- 152.99, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_--- _ _------------- $21, 937.75 Maintenance: Complete painting contract on the Bourne and Sagamore High- way Bridges, July, August and September 1952 -------- 43, 231. 19 Reserve for claim in settling contract for painting Buzzards Bay railroad bridge___----- ---- __- -2, 859. 05 Dredging by U. S. seagoing hopper dredge Lyman (July 1-Aug. 6, 1952, and June 7-30, 1953) ------------------------------- 115, 500. 00 Maintenance of structures, July 1, 1952-June 30, 1953----- 130, 675. 00 Real estate and miscellaneous activities (July 1, 1952-June 30, 1953) ------------- ----------------------------- 5, 000. 00 Condition surveys, by hired labor (July 1, 1952-June 30, 1953) ___ 28, 950. 00 Total maintenance---- -------------------------- 326,215.24 Operation and care of canal: Operation of canal, bridges, etc-------------- ------------ 226, 095. 00 Ordinary repairs -------------------------------------- 13, 905. 00 Renewal of auxiliary generating set, Buzzards Bay railroad hrid UL LAsq - - a--------------------------------------- Rp A---- fl e--u-- vw. V w Total operation and care ...----------------------- 275, 000. 00 Grand total-------- ---------------------------- 623,152. 99 The sum of $645.300 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954. Maintenance: Dredging by United States seagoing hopper dredge Lyman (July 1-31, 1953, and June 1-30, 1954) ---------------------- $115, 000. 00 Maintenance of bridges, light, power and signal systems, service roads, dikes, dolphins, banks, and revetment, by hired labor (July 1, 1953-June 30, 1954) ------- ------------------- 238, 500. 00 Condition surveys, by hired labor (July 1, 1952-June 30, 1954)__ 36, 000.00 Real estate and miscellaneous activities, by hired labor (July 1, 1953-June 30, 1954) --------------------------------------- 3, 500. 00 Drilling and blasting boulders, borrow pit and subaqueous opera- tions, by hired labor (July 1, 1953-June 30, 1954)----------- 5, 000. 00 Total maintenance_ ----------------- ------ 398, 000.00 Operation and care of canal: Operation of canal, bridges, etc-------------------------- 227, 300. 00 Ordinary repairs------------------------------------20, 000.00 Total operation and care---------- ------------------- 247, 300.00 Grand total-------------------------------------645, 8300. 00 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 57 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated___------ ........------------..........................................----------.....---......--------.....----------- $31, 425, 550. 29 Cost-----.........--------------.........---------...................................---------------------......-----------.... 31, 425, 550. 29 Expenditures................---------.... -------.---- ----------------------------- ------- 31, 425, 550. 29 Maintenance: Appropriated--_.........$387, 700.00 $512,000.00 $478, 000.00 $535, 000. 00 $445, 000.00 11, 397, 779. 03 Cost.--------------- 395,487. 14 501, 656.95 436, 163.33 465, 776. 74 533, 982. 84 11, 334, 633. 79 Expenditures--------......... 401, 977. 73 506, 819. 41 433, 282. 84 462, 949. 78 529, 960. 25 11, 315, 881.79 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project----------- $127, 000. 00 16. CHATHAM (STAGE) HARBOR, MASS. Location.-At the northeastern corner of Nantucket Sound, about 16 miles east of Hyannis Harbor, Mass., and 66 miles south of Provincetown Harbor at the northern extremity of Cape Cod. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1209.) Previous project.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of Sep- tember 19, 1890. For further details see page 73, annual report for 1942. Existing project.--This provides for an entrance channel 10 feet deep at mean low water and 150 feet wide from Chatham Roads into the upper harbor. The mean and spring tidal ranges are 3.8 and 4.6 feet, respectively. The estimate of cost, approved in 1952, is $140,000 for new work exclusive of $43,500 to be contributed by local interests and exclusive of amounts expended under the previous projects; and $6,000 annually for maintenance, approved in 1950. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945. The latest published map is in the project document (H. Doc. 456, 77th Cong., 1st sess.). Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, authorized the existing project subject to the conditions that local interests contribute one-half the estimated first cost, but not to exceed $43,500, and furnish assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will provide free of cost to the United States suitable areas for spoil disposal for the initial work and subsequent mainte- nance when and as required and hold the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. It is expected that these requirements will be met. Terminal facilities.-There are two commercial wharves on the north side of the inner harbor open to public use subject to the owners' convenience. Facilities are adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work on the existing project has not begun. The controlling depths are 6 feet in the existing channel, 100 feet wide around Harding Beach to Stage Harbor (1944 and 1950); and 2 feet in the existing project channel. The costs and expenditures under the previous project have been $51,227.94, of which $7,888.95 was for new work, and $43,338.99 was for maintenance. 58 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed ,operations.-An allotment of $1,000 will be applied to- ward a condition survey, by hired labor, of the old 6-foot project from that depth in Chatham Roads to the upper harbor. No work is contemplated during the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated------ --- -------------------------------------------------------- ---- $7, 888.95 Cost--------- ----------------------------------------------------------- 7,888.95 Expenditures--------------------- ------------------------------------ ----------- 7,888.95 Maintenance: Appropriated...------........------------------------. $967. 83 ----------------------- 43, 338. 99 Cost ..----------------..--...----- ------------ ---------------------- I 967.83 43,338.99 Expenditures------..-....---------------------- 967.83------------------------....... 43, 338. 99 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project---------------- $140, 000. 00 17. POLLOCK RIP SHOALS, NANTUCKET SOUND, MASS. Location.-Pollock Rip Channel is the northerly passage through the shoals off the eastern entrance to Nantucket Sound connecting the deep water of the sound with that of the ocean. It is about 33 miles east from the harbor of Vineyard Haven, on the island of Marthas Vineyard, Mass., and 60 miles south from Provincetown Harbor at the northern extremity of Cape Cod. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 250.) Existing project.-This provides for dredging through the shoals at the eastern entrance to Nantucket Sound with a Government dredge, which is to assist the natural agencies in obtaining such depth and width as may be found practicable, but not exceeding a depth of 30 feet at mean low water and a width of 1 mile. The mean tidal ranges are about 3.7 feet at Monomoy Point, the nearest land, and 6.7 feet at Chatham Light, about 9 miles to the north of this point. The ranges of spring tides at these two points are 4.4 and 7.9 feet. The ranges are largely affected by direction and force of storms. The original expenditure authorized for experimental work was $250,000, and later the operation of a dredge was authorized at an estimated annual cost of $200,000. The cost of the completed project was $1,083,504.41 for new work. The latest approved (1950) estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $60,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and habor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 25,1912 Experimental dredging through the shoals to deter- H. Doc. 536, 62d Cong., 2d sess. mine if a channel could be secured and maintained not over 30 feet deep and not over 1 mile wide. July 27,1916 Continuation of work with a Government-owned Rivers and Harbors Committee hopper dredge. Doc. 3, 64th Cong., 1st sess. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION The latest published map is in the annual report for 1915, page: 2056. Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-None. Operations and results during the fiscal year.-None. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1925. The depths previously secured over the northern tongue of the Stone Horse Shoals have been maintained. A cut 2,000 feet wide has been dredged through Bearse and Pollock Rip Shoals. The con- trolling depth at mean low water was 30 feet for a width of about 1,750 feet, and about 12 feet along the north edge of the 2,000-foot channel (July 1946). The channel depths are adequate for existing commerce. The costs and expenditures under the existing project have been $1,083,504.41 for new work, and $732,405.15 for mainte- nance, a total of $1,815,909.56. Proposedoperations.-An allotment of $1,600 will be expended for a condition survey, by hired labor, to determine the extent of shoaling in the 30-foot project. The sum of $60,000.00 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging to project depth of 30 feet by United States hopper dredge. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ-- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated..-------------------- -------------.--------......---...... ------------ $1,083, 504. 41 Cost------- -- ------------ ------------------------------------- 1, 083, 504. 41 Expenditures-. _-----_,_----------------------------------------------------- Maintenance: i1,083, 504. 41 Appropriated-------_-------------- ------------ $1, 666. 69 _------- --------------- 732, 405. 15 Cost- ..............-----------------------............ 1, 666. 69 ---------------------------------- 732, 405. 15 Expenditures-.......----....------------......... 1, 666. 69 ------------------------- 732, 405. 15 18. HARBOR OF REFUGE, NANTUCKET, MASS. Location.-Nantucket Harbor (Harbor of Refuge at Nantucket) is on the north shore of Nantucket Island about 26 miles southeast from Hyannis Harbor, Mass. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 343.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1829. For further details see page 1747, annual report for 1915. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 15 feet deep at mean low water, without prescribed width, through the bar at the entrance, and for converging jetties, of riprap, 6,987 feet and 5,755 feet long, on the east and west sides, respectively, of the entrance; an anchorage area of about 50 acres on the east side of the harbor opposite the wharves, about 2,800 feet long, 300 to 1,100 feet wide, and 15 feet deep at mean low water; and a fairway of the same depth extending south- ward through the harbor along the west side of the anchorage to a point about 2,700 feet south of Brant Point. The mean and spring tidal ranges at the entrance are 3.1 and 3.7 feet respectively. The 60 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 estimate of cost revised in 1952, is $661,500 for new work, exclusive of $31,500 to be contributed by local interests, and exclusive of amounts expended under previous project, and $11,500 annually for maintenance, revised in 1945. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 14,1880 West jetty----------------------------------------......... H. Doc. 18, 46th Cong., 2d sess., and Annual Report for 1880, p. 423. Aug. 5, 1886 East jetty and dredging when necessary ......--..... Annual Report for 1885, p. 579. Mar. 2, 1945 Anchorage and fairway inside harbor--------------- H. Doec. 115, 77th Cong., 1st sess.' I Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-TheRiver and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, authorized the anchorage and fairway subject to the conditions that local interests furnish free of cost to the United States suitable spoil-disposal areas for new work and subsequent maintenance when and as required, contribute the sum of $31,500 in cash or dredging, and hold and save the United States free from all claims for damages which might result from the improvement. About $12,000 was expended by the town and State on dredging completed in 1944, and this sum may be acceptable as part of the required cooperation. It is expected that the remaining requirements will be met. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts and local interests have expended for dredging and boulder removal inside the harbor about $130,000. Terminal facilities.-These consist of five piers affording about 3,2001 feet of berthing space. Facilities are considered adequate for present commerce. Operations and results during the fiscal year.-A condition survey to determine extent of shoaling in the harbor, by hired labor, was carried on during fiscal year at a cost of $1,946.48 for maintenance. The expenditures were $1,981.80. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The existing project was about 69 percent complete. The east jetty was completed in 1907 and the chan- nel in 1930. The jetties have been built to varying heights and cross sections with a view to controlling and regulating scour between them. The west jetty is in need of repairs; the east jetty is in good condition. The controlling depth at mean low water in the channel was 12 feet for widths generally in excess of 200 feet with minor shoals to 8.4 feet along the eastern edge and 12 feet along the western edge as determined in 1952, and in the 15-foot anchorage and fairway 10 to 15 feet (1940). To complete the project would require extention of the west jetty by about 800 feet and enlargement of 400 feet of the existing construction near its outer end to full section and dredging of the anchorage and fairway inside the harbor. The costs under the existing project have been $456,482.25 for new work and $277,199.87 for maintenance, a total of $733,682.12. Expenditures have been $733,717.44. Proposed operations.-No work is contemplated for the fiscal years 1953 and 1954. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 61 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--........ ------------------------------............--............ -- ------------ $502, 317. 00 -------............---............--- Cost-..-------------..-----.. ----... -------- ----------- ---------------------- 502,317.00 Expenditures---...............--- - ------------------------------------------------ 502,317.00 Maintenance: Appropriated --------- _ _--------- ------.-- ------------ ------------ $2, 782.00 277,299.87 -------------------------------- Cost......---------------...................------- 1,946.48 277,199.87 Expenditures.---------.-------.-- --------- ------------- ------------ 1,981.80 277, 235.19 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project--------------$205, 000. 00 19. CROSS RIP SHOALS, NANTUCKET SOUND, MASS. Location.-Nantucket Sound lies south of Cape Cod and north of Nantucket and the eastern part of Marthas Vineyard Islands. Cross Rip Shoals are a little southerly and easterly of the geographical center of the sound. They are about 17 miles east from Vineyard Haven on the island'of Marthas Vineyard and about 15 miles north- west from Nantucket Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1209.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 4,000 feet wide and 30 feet deep at mean low water between Half Moon Shoal and Cross Rip Shoal, about 1.7 miles. The mean tidal range is about 2 feet and the maximum range, due to the combined effect of wind and other causes, is 3 feet or more. The cost for new work of the completed project was $24,200.13. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $8,000. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930 (H. Doc. 182, 70th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Terminal facilities.-None. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1931. In April 1941, the controlling depth was 29 feet at mean low water, except for minor shoals, with a minimum depth of 26 feet along the edge opposite Cross Rip Shoal; 30 feet except for minor shoals, opposite Half Moon Shoal; and 30 feet and over through the sailing course. The costs and expenditures under the existing project have been $24,200.13 for new work, and $41,354.56 for maintenance, a total of $65,554.69. Proposedoperations.-An allotment of $800 to be made during fiscal year 1953 will be expended for a condition survey, by hired labor, to determine the extent of the shoaling in the 30-foot channel. The sum of $30,000.00 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging to project depth of 30 feet, mean low water, by United States hopper dredge. 245554-53-vol. 1- 5 62 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated- .--- -----.--. . - ------------------------- .- -------- -- -------- $24, 200.13 Cost.......----..----....-----------.........------------ --------------- ------------------- 24, 200. 13 Expenditures-----......--... -- ------------------------ .- ------------ ------------ 24, 200.13 Maintenance: Appropriated--------......... ----------------- ------------------------ -- ------- 41, 354. 56 Cost..-------................----------------------------- ------ ----------------------- 41,354.56 Expenditures.....-------....---.....-------- ------------------- ----------------------- 41, 354. 56 20. CHANNEL FROM BUZZARDS BAY TO BUTTERMILK BAY, MASS. Location.-BuzzardsBay, Mass., is at the southern end of Cape Cod Canal. It is connected with Buttermilk Bay to the north by a natural channel branching from Cape Cod Canal and extending northerly past Butler Cove for a distance of 2 miles into Buttermilk Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 251.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 100 feet wide and 7 feet deep at mean low water through the sand bar across the channel. The mean range of tide is 4 feet and the spring range is 5.1 feet. The estimate of cost for new work made in 1952 is $27,000. The esti- mate of cost of annual maintenance is $500. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of June 30, 1948. The latest published map is contained in the project document (H. Doc. 552, 80th Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.-Localinterests are required to give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will hold and save the United States free from damage due to the construction works. It is expected that this requirement will be met. Terminal facilities.-Thereare no wharves bordering on the channel. The only facilities in Buttermilk Bay are small private piers for shallow-draft boats. Operationsand results duringfiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No costs have been incurred under the existing project. The work remaining to be done is the dredging of the channel 100 feet wide and 7 feet deep at mean low water through the bar. Conditions are as shown on the map published in the project document. Proposedoperations.-An allotment of $25,800, new work funds, to be made during fiscal year 1953 will be applied for the construction of the 7-foot channel. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Other new work data : Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953-------------$25, 800. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953-------------25, 800.00 RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 63 21. NEW BEDFORD AND FAIRHAVEN HARBOR, MASS. Location.-New Bedford Harbor is a tidal estuary on the western side of Buzzards Bay, about 27 miles northwesterly from the harbor at Vineyard Haven, Mass., and about 37 miles to the eastward of Point Judith Harbor, R. I. (See U. S. Coast and Geddetic Survey Chart No. 252.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of July 4, 1836, March 3, 1875, and August 11, 1888. For further details see page 1748, Annual Report for 1915, and page 101, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 30 feet deep and 350 feet wide from deep water in Buzzards Bay to a point just above the New Bedford-Fairhaven Bridge, nearly 5 miles, with increased widths for anchorage and maneuvering purposes in the area northwest of Palmer Island and above the bridge; a channel 25 feet deep between harbor lines along the New Bedford wharf front near the bridge, about 0.2 mile; a channel 100 feet wide and 18 feet deep from the 30- foot area north of Fish Island to Belleville, a distance of about 2 miles, with a turning basin at the upper end 300 feet wide; dredging the area west of a line 50 feet channelward of the Fairhaven Harbor line to a depth of 15 feet over widths of 150 to 400 feet from Pierce & Kilburn wharf to the Old South wharf, and thence 10 feet deep and 150 feet wide to a point 1,000 feet south of the old causeway pier, about 0.7 mile; and for the maintenance of the 25-foot anchorage area east of the channel and north of Palmer Island. The plane of reference is mean low water, the mean range of the tide being 3.7 feet and the maximum range, due to the combined effect of wind and other causes, 7 feet or more. The estimated cost for new work approved in 1952, is $1,792,000, including $20,385 contributed by local interests but exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $35,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 2,1907 The 25-foot anchorage area north of Palmer Island.... H. Doec.271, 59th Cong., 2d sess. Mar. 3,1909 Extension of the 25-foot channel along the New Bed- Specified in act. ford wharf front near the bridge. July 25,1912 The 18-foot channel in Acushnet River to Belleville. _ H. Doc. 442, 62d Cong., 2d sess. 1 July 3,1930 The 30-foot channel, anchorage, and maneuvering H. Doec.348, 71st Cong., 2d sess. area (channel limited to width of 350 feet). Aug. 30,1935 Present project dimensions of the anchorage area Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 northwest of Palmer Island and maintenance of 16, 74th Cong., 1st sess. Doec. the 25-foot anchorage. Elimination from the project of the prior authoriza- tion for enlarging and deepening the maneuvering area 30 feet deep east of the harbor channel. Aug. 26,1937 The 15-foot and 10-foot channel along the Fairhaven Rivers and Harbors Commitee 1 wharf front. Doe. 25, 75th Cong., 1st sess. 1 Contain latest published maps. 5 Also Emergency Relief Act, May 28, 1935. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of July 25, 1912, imposed the condition that local interests construct a new bridge at Coggeshall Street with a draw opening of at least 100 feet and build 64 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 a subtantial wharf upon the city property at Belleville, the name given to the northern part of the city. These conditions have not been met, and there is no present prospect of their being complied with. The condition imposed by the River and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937, was fully complied with. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts expended approximately $120,000 in dredging a channel 25 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Fish Island nearly to Coggeshall Street Bridge. Terminal facilities.-There are 31 wharves in the harbor with a total berthing space of about 19,000 feet. Twenty-four of these wharves are active, seven are inactive and in poor condition. Their construction consists mainly of open pile and timber piers extending from solid-filled stone or timber bulkheads. Seven are publicly owned, one by the United States Government at Fort Rodman, two by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, three by the city of New Bedford, and one by the town of Fairhaven. Five of the wharves have railroad connections and seven have mechanical handling facilities. These facilities are considered adequate for the present needs of commerce. For a further description of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities of Southern New England, 1941. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Preliminary work, by hired labor, in connection with maintenance dredging in the entrance channel and maneuvering area was completed at a cost of $3,649.43. The expenditures were $3,613.81. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 94 percent complete. To complete the project requires the dredging of the 18-foot Acushnet River channel to Belleville and a turning basin. The controlling depths at mean low water were as follows: 28 feet in the entrance channel to the New Bedford-Fairhaven Bridge (1952) ; 28.7 feet in the turning basin above the bridge, except a shoal 25 feet in the southwest corner (1952); 28 feet in the 30-foot maneuvering area (1952); 25 feet in the 25-foot anchorage (July 1944); in the Fairhaven waterfront channel 15 feet in the 15-foot portion and 10 feet in the 10-foot portion except for a small 9-foot shoal at the head of the channel (March 1944) ; 20 feet in 25-foot New Bedford water- front channel (1944) ; in the Acushnet River, about 23 feet to a point about 1,200 feet below Coggeshall Street Bridge (May 1928); and thence 7 feet to 4.800 feet upstread of the Coggeshall Street Bridge (1905). The head of navigation is about 7 miles north of the entrance, opposite Sconticut Point. The costs from regular funds under the existing project have been $1,459,653.66 for new work and $505,522.70 for maintenance, a total of $1,965,176.36. The expenditures from regular funds under the existing project have been $1,459,653.66 for new work and $505,487.08 for maintenance, a total of $1,965,140.74. The costs and expenditures from emergency relief funds have been $227,264.49 for new work. The total costs United States funds were $1,686,918.15 for new work and $505,522.70 for maintenance, a total of $2,192,440.85. The total expenditures United States funds, were $1,686,918.15 for new work and $505,487.08 for maintenance, a total of $2,192,405.23. In addition, the sum of $20,400 was expended for new work from contributed funds. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 65 Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance June 30, 1952, amounting to $81,386.19, will be expended as follows: Accounts payable ------------------------------------------- $35. 62 Maintenance dredging, by contract, in the entrance channel and maneuvering area during July-September 1952---------------- 81, 350. 57 Total------------------- ---------------- -------- 81, 386. 19 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--------.. ------------ ------------ ---------- ------------------------ 1$1,857, 618.15 Cost ----------------- --- ------------------- ----------- ------------ 1,857, 618.15 Expenditures..................--...-----------...........----------------------------------------1 1,857, 618.15 Maintenance: Appropriated------.......------------..........-----------........... $37, 200. 00 $2, 070. 00 $85,000.00 586, 873. 27 ........------------------------------------ Cost-------- 39, 270. 00 3, 649. 43 505, 522. 70 ..............................---------....------------ Expenditures-------------------...... 39, 270. 00 3, 613. 81 505, 487. 08 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed, to be appropriated for completion of existing project---------------- $105, 000. 00 1 In addition $20,400 of contributed funds was expended for new work. 22. CUTTYHUNK HARBOR, MASS. Location.-At the eastern end of Cuttyhunk Island, at the western entrance to Buzzards Bay, about 14 miles south of New Bedford Harbor, Mass. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 297.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel generally 75 feet wide and 10 feet deep from the outer harbor to the westerly terminal in Cuttyhunk Pond, about 3,500 feet; and anchorage in the inner harbor 10 feet deep, 900 feet long, and 800 feet wide; and for main- tenance of the existing jetties. All depths refer to mean low water. The mean and spring tidal ranges are 3.4 and 4.2 feet, respectively. The cost of the completed project was $27,167.86, for new work ex- clusive of $11,643.37 contributed by local interests. The latest approved (1952) estimate for cost of annual maintenance is $8,000. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act approved August 26, 1937. The latest published map is in the project document (H. Doec. 81, 75th Cong., 1st sess.). Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Spoil disposal areas for maintenance will be furnished when required. Terminal facilities.-Two town wharves of timber and pile con- struction, having total berthing space of 400 feet are open to public use. No mechanical handling facilities are available. Facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-Constructionof approx- imately 500 feet of additional protective barrier and repairs to the north jetty at the entrance to the harbor in progress at the beginning of the fiscal year was completed on August 4, 1951. During the period one car float was placed, 19,580 cubic yards of dike fill were 66 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 placed; and 1,827 tons of stone were delivered and placed at a cost of $1,427.61, for maintenance. In addition there were costs amount- ing to $50,000 from contributed funds. Maintenance dredging, by contract, was commenced on May 15, 1952, and was completed on May 29, 1952. During the period 17,000 cubic yards of gravel, mud and sand were removed at a cost of $20,800.17 for maintenance. The total costs were $22,227.78 for maintenance. The expenditures were $61,575.52. In addition there. were costs and expenditures of $50,000 from contributed funds. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- pleted in 1939. The controlling depths at mean low water were 9.8 feet in the entrance channel (1952); 10 feet through the harbor (1939); and 10 feet except for minor shoals to 9 feet in the 10-foot anchorage (1947). The north jetty is in poor condition. The costs from regular funds have been $27,167.86 for new work and $325,413.20 for maintenance, a total of $352,581.06. The expenditures have been $352,606.69. The costs and expenditures from contributed funds were $61,643.37 of which $11,643.37 were for new work and $50,000 for maintenance. The total costs, all funds, were $38,811.23 for new work and $375,413.20 for maintenance, a total of $414,224.43. The total expenditures, all funds, were $414,250.06. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance June 30, 1952, of $11,840.16 plus accounts receivable of $28,712.97, of which $28,579.34, has not been collected on a defaulted contract, making available $11,973.79, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable------------------------------------------108. 00 Maintenance: Held in reserve pending approval of supplemental agreement and for final costs under completed contract ------- 11, 865. 79 Total all work---------------------------------- ------- 11,973.79 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: 1$27, 167. 86 Appropriated---.............------------........ ...........------------------------------------------------ Cost__------ -------------------------------------------------------- 127,167.86 Expenditures......--- ----------------------------------------------- ------------ 127,167.86 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $18, 026. 47 $62, 166. 90 $177, 800.00 $69, 418. 75 $20, 000. 00 2 365, 858. 33 Cost---------------.................. 18, 026. 47 1, 277.35 221, 949. 78 43, 485. 61 22, 227. 78 2 325, 413. 20 Expenditures--------- 18, 026. 47 1, 291.'58 221, 935. 55 4, 163.50 61, 575.52 2 325, 438. 83 1 Does not include $11,643.37 contributed funds. s Does not include $50,000 contributed funds. 23. FALL RIVER HARBOR, MASS. Location.-Situated at the mouth of Taunton River, on the east side and at the head of Mount Hope Bay, which empties into the ocean through Narragansett Bay and Sakonnet River. It is about 18 miles northerly from Newport Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 353.) RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 67 Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of June 23, 1874, March 3, 1899, June 13, 1902, and June 25, 1910. For further details see page 1749 of annual report for 1915, and page 106 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 35 feet deep and 400 feet wide adjacent to the waterfront from deep water west of Common Fence Point through Mount Hope Bay and the harbor to the wharves above the bridges, with increased width at the bend on the approach below Slades Ferry Bridge, for a turning basin of the same depth about 1,100 feet wide and 850 feet long above the bridges between the Shell and Montaup wharves for a channel 30 feet deep and generally 300 feet wide extending about 1 mile below Slades Ferry Bridge, for removal of the lower end of Hog Island Shoal to a depth of 30 feet and for the maintenance of the 25-foot anchorage, about 42 acres in area, west of the harbor channel. The length from Hog Island Shoal to the head of the project is about 10.5 miles. The mean tidal range is 4.4 feet and the maximum range due to the combined effect of wind and other causes, is 8 feet or more. The estimate of cost of new work, approved in 1952, is $3,017,800, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $30,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 3,1930 30-foot channel including Hog Island Shoal and the H. Doc. 158, 71st Cong., 2d sess. maintenance of the 25-foot anchorage. 1 July 24,1946 35-foot channel and turning basin-----------------H. Doc. 628, 79th Cong., 2d sess. 1Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with, to the extent of the work accomplished. Assurances furnished by city of Fall River and town of Tiverton were approved November 2, 1948 by the Assistant Secre- tary of the Army. Terminal facilities.--There are 25 wharves and piers in Fall River Harbor, of which 17 are active and in good condition, 7 are inactive and in poor condition, and 1 is undergoing reconstruction. Two of the wharves are publicly owned. One, owned by the city of Fall River, is used as a landing for excursion boats, and the other, a former steamship terminus, was reconstructed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is a large, modern, deepwater terminal for the receipt and shipment of general cargo. The wharves are generally open pile and timber piers extending from solid filled stone bulkheads. Three have railroad connections and 11 have mechanical handling facilities. The facilities are considered adequate for the existing needs of general commerce. For a further description of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities of Southern New England, 1941. Operations and results during fiscal year.-During the fiscal year there were final costs of $65,393.94 on new work already accomplished under a continuing contract for improvement dredging of the 35-foot entrance channel from Tiverton oil wharves to Massachusetts State 68 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 line, and in dredging portions of the 35-foot channel and turning basin above Globe Wharf to Shell and Montaup Wharves. The ex- penditures were $71,517.61 for new work. Condition at end of fiscal year.---The existing project is about 81 percent complete. The controlling depths at mean low water were as follows: about 29 feet in the present 30-foot channel, 400 feet wide through Mount Hope Bay to Globe Wharf (1951); 35 feet in the 35-foot turning basin (1950); 35 feet in the 35-foot channel to the Gulf Oil Co.Wharf with the excepion of boulder areas in the vicinity of Common Fence Point and the Bay Oil Co. wharf where the con- trolling depths are 32.6 and 30.5 feet respectively (1950) ; 35 feet in the 35-foot channel from Globe Wharf to Shell Oil Co. Wharf, with the exception of three ledge areas on west limit of the channel, down- stream of the Slades Ferry Bridge, between Slades Ferry Bridge and Brightman Street Bridge, and upstream of Brightman Street Bridge, where controlling depth is about 30 feet (1951) ; 21 feet in the channel from the Gulf Oil Wharf to Globe Wharf (1944); 19 feet in the 25- foot anchorage (1942) ; and 20 feet on Hog Island Shoal at west edge of channel (1940). To complete the project requires removal of ledge rock at Hog Island Shoal, and completion of the dredging of the 35- foot channel. The costs under the existing project have been $2,496,- 831.26 for new work, and $313,106.56 for maintenance, total of $2,- 809,937.82, including $2,859.87 for maintenance dredging at the Firestone Wharf under section 3 of the River and Harbor Act of October 17, 1940. The expenditures have been $2,809,937.82. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $200,000, new work funds, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for the following schedule of work: New work : Complete payment for dredging, by continuing contract, of the 35-foot channel at the upper end of the project--------------- $45, 000 Completion of 35-foot channel above the bridges, by removal of rock shoals projecting 5 feet above the channel bottom and 50 to 100 feet into the channel from the west limit both north and south of the bridges------------------------------------ 155, 000 Total all work ------------------------------------------- 200, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--- $750, ....--....------------ 000.00 $800, 000.00 $454, 000.00 $40, 954. 07 $2,827,950.37 Cost....----------------------- 15, 523.92 1,409,518.22 553, 603.04 65, 393.94 2, 827, 035.42 Expenditures-------------------- 14, 989. 71 1,250,183.07 707, 348. 73 71, 517. 61 2, 827, 035.42 Maintenance: Appropriated----......... -------- __ .----- 39, 000. 00 7, 430. 00 ......-..... 394, 516. 87 Cost-------------------------- ---------- 71.39 46,358.61 ............ 394,516. 87 Expenditures_-----......... .- _--- -- -- - 63.50 46,366.50 ............ 394, 516.87 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952--------------------------$914. 95 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project------------------- ----- 565,000. 00 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 69 24. PROVIDENCE RIVER AND HARBOR, R. I. Location.-Providence River is formed at the city of Providence by the junction of the Seekonk River and two small streams which rise in northern Rhode Island. It is tidal and flows southerly in a deep channel between broad flats about 8 miles, emptying into Narragansett Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 278.) Previous projects.-Adopted by river and harbor acts of August 30, 1852; March 2, 1867; March 3, 1873; June 18, 1878; August 2, 1882; August 5, 1886; June 3, 1896; June 13, 1902; March 3, 1905; March 2, 1907; June 25, 1910; and March 4, 1913. For further details see page 1750, annual report for 1915, page 96, annual report for 1936, and page 111, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for an approach channel 35 feet deep at mean low water and generally 600 feet wide through the river from the deep water of Narragansett Bay opposite North Point on Popasquash Neck to the turn below Fields Point, 8.1 miles, and thence with the same depth, and of width ranging up to 1,700 feet to Fox Point, excluding a marginal strip 75 feet wide channelward of the established harbor lines, about 2.6 miles. The mean tidal range is about 4.6 feet and the maximum range, due to the combined effect of wind and other causes is 8 feet or more. The cost of the completed project for new work was $23322,233.67 exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $65,000. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937 (H. Doc. 173, 75th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. In addition to extensive dredging prior to 1900 in the channel from Fox Point to the head of navigation, the city of Providence has since spent about $216,000 in maintaining a 20-foot depth in this channel. Terminal facilities.-There are 35 wharves (in use or usable con- dition), including 1 owned by the State and 5 by the city adjacent to the harbor area, Providence River below Crawford Street, and See- konk River below Red Bridge. The total available berthing space is 19,170 feet. The municipal wharf at Field Point and the State pier are open to general public use for commercial purposes. One wharf is open to the public upon agreement with the owner. Thirteen of the wharves have rail connections. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For further details see Port and Terminal Facilities of Southern New England, 1941.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance dredging, by contract, of the 35-foot channel from Field Point to Sabin Point in progress at the beginning of the fiscal year was completed on August 16, 1951. During the period, 47,477 cubic yards of mud, sand and silt were removed at a cost of $64,205.67, all for maintenance. Maintenance dredging, by U. S. Hopper Dredge Harding from Pomham Light to Ohio Ledge was commenced on July 1, 1951, and completed on August 29, 1951. During the period 446,680 cubic yards, bin measurement, of clay and mud, were removed at a cost of $120,- 100.30. 70 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The total costs were $184,305.97 for maintenance. The expenditures were $207,591.37 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The existing project was completed in 1949. Under the existing project, a channel 600 feet wide from the deep water of Narragansett Bay to the turn below Field Point, thence to Fox Point, with a width ranging up to 1,700 feet, has been dredged to a general depth of 35 feet. The head of commercial navi- gation is at Crawford Street Bridge, about 0.8 mile above Fox Point. The controlling depths at mean low water were as follows: 33 feet in the channel from abreast North Point to Field Point (1942-48); thence generally 35 feet to Fox Point (1949). The costs under the existing project have been $3,482,242.94, of which $2,322,233.67 was for new work and $1,160,009.27 was for maintenance. The expend- itures have been $3,482,242.94, all funds. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $9,000, maintenance funds, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for a condition survey, by hired labor, of the 35-foot main channel to determine extent of the shoaling. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated.---.-__ ------------ ----------- $210,000.00 - - .------ $6,083, 645.23 Cost-................----------------------.............----------- 210, 000.00 ----------------------- 6, 083, 645. 23 Expenditures---.................------------.......------------ 210, 000.00 ----------------------- 6, 083, 645.23 Maintenance: Appropriated---.... $200, 000.00 $531, 894. 08 -30, 543. 70 $100, 000.00 $120, 000.00 1, 810, 145. 54 Cost-.......---------------........ 4, 881.80 78, 503. 24 604, 513. 18 49, 097. 21 184, 305. 97 1, 810, 145. 54 Expenditures ..-----.....--- 6, 137. 61 67, 456. 21 615, 582. 73 25, 811. 81 207, 591.37 1, 810, 145. 54 25. SEEKONK RIVER, R. I. Location.-This river rises in the vicinity of Worcester, Mass., and flows in a general southeasterly direction for about 52 miles, emptying into Providence Harbor at Providence. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 278.) Previous projects.-Adopted by river and harbor acts of March 2, 1867, July 5, 1884, and March 3, 1899. For further details see page 1749 of annual report for 1915, and page 113 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 16 feet deep at mean low water and 150 to 230 feet wide from Red Bridge up to the ledge rock between the wharves at Pawtucket, 3.2 miles; thence with same depth 100 to 60 feet wide through the ledge to Division Street Bridge, 0.2 mile. The mean tidal range is about 4.6 feet at the mouth of the river and about 5 feet at Pawtucket, and the maximum range due to the combined effect of wind and other causes is 8 feet or more. The cost for new work for the completed project was $337,788.85, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1928) estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $10,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 71 Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1905 The 16-foot channel from Red Bridge in Providence, H. Doc. 113, 56th Cong., 1st sess. to Division St. Bridge in Pawtucket. Mar. 3,1909 Provisional authorization to deepen the channel to Specified in act. 18 feet at mean low water and increasing the width at such places as would best serve the interests of navigation. 1 Mar. 2,1919 Widening the channel, except through the ledge at H. Doc. 1283, 64th Cong., 1st sess. Pawtucket, to 150 feet. Sept. 22,1922 Present project width of channel through the ledge H. Doc. 654, 66th Cong., 2d sess. at Pawtucket. I Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-Including the five terminals at and near Phillipsdale, the facilities cover about 5,260 feet of docking space, of which 700 feet is owned by the State of Rhode Island and 4,560 feet owned and used by private owners. At the State terminal 100 feet of docking space is available for public use. The facilities are considered adequate for the existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1927. The controlling depths at mean low water in 1948 were as follows: 17 feet to a point about 2,400 feet below State pier, Pawtucket, except for minor edge shoals; thence 15 feet in the middle half of channel to State pier; thence about 12 feet to the head of the project. The head of navigation is at Pawtucket Falls, about 5.2 miles above the mouth of the river. The costs under the existing project have been $337,788.85 for new work, and $564,637.09 for maintenance, a total of $902,425.94. The expenditures have been $902,471.37. In addition, the sum of $67,792 has been expended for new work from contributed funds. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $1,200 to be made during fiscal year 1953 will be applied toward a condition survey, by hired labor, of the channel from Red Bridge to the upper limit of the 16-foot Federal project. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: $672, 214.17 Appropriated.....................--------.........----... .------------..........-----.....--------....----....------------............... Cost--..----------...................------------------------------------------....-------................. 1672, 214.17 Expenditures....--------- ....-------- --------------------------------------........ 1672, 214.17 Maintenance: Appropriated-__---.._ $150, 000.00 -$22, 000. 00 -$6, 195.81- ------------------ ---- 564, 637. 09 Cost---------....-. ............---- - 2,867. 74 118, 936.45------------ - ------------ 564, 637.09 Expenditures------........ 2, 743. 19 119, 106. 43 .......................------------.. -45.43----------- 564, 637. 09 1 In addition $67,792 has been expended from contributed funds for new work. 26. HARBOR OF REFUGE AT POINT JUDITH AND POINT JUDITH POND, R. I. Location.-PointJudith marks the southwestern entrance to Nar- ragansett Bay. The harbor lies in the shallow bight west of the point, 72 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 about 14 miles southwest of Newport Harbor, R. I., and 33 miles east of New London Harbor, Conn. Point Judith Pond is a shallow salt pond, with a length north and south of about 4 miles, lying in the rear of the sandy beach of the Rhode Island shore, just west of Point Judith, and is connected with Point Judith Harbor by a narrow opening through the sand dunes. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts No. 276 and 1210.) Previous project.--dopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1905. For further details see page 95 of the annual report for 1948. Existing project.-This provides for main breakwater 6,970 feet long, built in part on Squid Ledge approximately in the form of the letter V, with its apex facing outward in about a south by west direc- tion, and lying from 1/2 to 11/4 miles from shore; for an east shore-arm breakwater 2,240 feet long, east of the main breakwater, leaving an entrance to the harbor 1,200 feet in width; for a west shore-arm break- water 3,640 feet long, extending toward the west arm of the main breakwater, leaving an entrance to the harbor 1,500 feet in width; and for the removal of two shoals, one in the anchorage area and the other near the easterly entrance, to a depth of 18 feet at mean low water. All breakwaters are of the rubble-mound type, with the crests 8 and 10 feet above mean low water. The project further provides for a channel into Point Judith Pond 15 feet deep and 150 feet wide between the jetties and extending thence on the west side of the pond to a point 100 feet north of the State pier at Jerusalem with a branch channel 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide on the east side of the pond extending to a point 100 feet north of the State pier at Galilee; and anchorage basin just inside the entrance 10 feet deep with an area of about 5 acres; sand-arresting structures of sheet piling or other works at the entrance; a channel 6 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the 15-foot west branch to the vicinity of Wakefield with an anchorage basin 6 feet deep and about 5 acres in area at the upper end. The mean and spring tidal ranges are 3.1 and 3.9 feet, respectively, in the Harbor of Refuge. The mean tidal range in the pond is about 2.8 feet. The cost of the completed project is $2,488,430.75 for new work, exclusive of $17,587.00 contributed by local interests, and $32,000 annually for maintenance, approved in 1950. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Sept. 19,1890 The main breakwater__------- _----------- ------- H. Doc. 66, 51st Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 2,1907 Present dimensions of eastern shore arm-----------....... H. Doec. 60, 58th Cong., 2d sess. June 25, 1910 The western shore arm_---------- ----------- H. Doc. 911, 60th Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 2, 1919 Removing 2 shoals from the harbor area------------ H. Doc. 2001, 64th Cong., 2d sess. June 30,1948 Abandons project for entrance to Point Judith Pond 2 S. Doc. 15, 80th Cong., 1st sess.' and authorizes channels and anchorages in lower pond and upper pond. 1 Contains latest published map. 3 For complete description of project for entrance to Point Judith Pond, R. I., see p. 142 of annual re- port for 1917. RIVERS AND HARBORS---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 73 Local cooperation.---Fully complied with. The State of Rhode Island and the town of South Kingstown have expended about $290,000, exclusive of a Federal Public Works Admin- istration grant of $77,000, in dredging an anchorage basin and channels, extending the stone east jetty, constructing sheetpile bulk- head, constructing a pier on each side of the basin, and repairing the east jetty and bulkhead following the hurricane of 1938. Terminal facilities.-There are no terminal facilities on the Harbor of Refuge. Inside the entrance to the pond, the State of Rhode Island owns and operates two public piers, each with about 450 feet of berth- ing space, one on the east shore at Galilee and the other at Jerusalem, on the west shore. Fish are landed at both piers. The one at Galilee is the mainland terminus of the mail, passenger and freight boat service to Block Island. A number of small private piers, which are used by fishing and pleasure craft, are located on both sides of the basin. The United States Coast Guard has a boathouse and pier at Galilee. None of the piers has mechanical facilities for handling freight. At Wakefield, there is a boat yard amply equipped for servicing and storing small craft up to 5 feet in draft. The Point ,Judith Yacht Club has some pier facilities at this boat yard. There are no rail connections to any of the piers. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1950. The breakwaters were completed in 1914 and dredging of shoals in the protected area was done in 1921. The controlling depths were as follows: West entrance about 19 feet (1939) ; east entrance about 22 feet (1939) ; 15 feet in the 15-foot channel into Point Judith Pond extending along the west side of the pond to a point 100 feet north of the State pier at Jerusalem (1950); 15 feet in the 15-foot channel extending 100 feet north of the State pier at Galilee (1950); 10 feet in the 10-foot anchorage (1950),; 6 feet in the 6-foot channel from the west branch channel to the vicinity of Wakefield, and 6 feet in the anchorage at Wakefield (1950). The breakwaters are in need of repairs. The total costs under the existing project from United States funds have been $3,365,876.17, of which $2,488,430.25 was for new work, and $877,445.92 was for maintenance. The expenditures have been $3,365,876.17. In addition, costs and expenditures from contributed funds have been $17,587. Conditions in the entrance channel and the channels and anchorages in the pond are as shown in the latest project document (S. Doc. No. 15, 80th Cong., 1st Sess.). Proposed operations.-An allotment of $1,400, maintenance funds, to be made during fiscal year 1953 will be expended for a condition survey, by hired labor, of the 15-foot channel, 6-foot channel, 10-foot anchorage basin, and 6-foot anchorage basin. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. 74 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated_................................ _ $126,000.00 --- ------ $9, 037. 30 1 $2,500,430.25 Cost-----------......-----------------------............ 23, 776.71 $93, 185.99 ----------- 1 2, 500, 430. 25 Expenditures-- -..................... ------ 22,170. 90 94, 791.80 ----------- 2, 500, 430. 25 Maintenance: Appropriated_---........-.............. . 175, 000. 00 -37,188. 01 ------------ 877, 445. 92 Cost-------- --------------..............................--- 2, 588. 75 135, 223. 24 ............ 877, 445. 92 Expenditures..................... --- 2,601.28 135, 210. 71 .........-----------... 877, 445. 92 1In addition $17,587 was expended of contributed funds for new work. 27. HARBOR OF REFUGE AT BLOCK ISLAND, R. I. Location.-Located on the east side of Block Island, near the south end of the inner curve of the shore line. It is 13 miles south-south- west from Point Judith Harbor and about 25 miles southeasterly from Stonington Harbor, Conn. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 276.) Existing project.-This provides for a rubble-mound breakwater extending northerly about 1,950 feet from the shore; a similar break- water about 1,100 feet long, extending northerly and easterly, enclos- ing, with the main breakwater, an area about 800 feet square desig- nated as the inner harbor; masonry walls in the southeastern corner of the inner harbor enclosing an area nearly 300 feet square designated as the basin; and for dredging to a depth of 15 feet at mean low water the outer protected area and about 67 percent of the inner harbor and of the basin; a jetty about 140 feet long southeast of main breakwater having a T-head 100 feet across. The mean tidal range is 2.9 feet, and the maximum range, due to the combined effects of wind and other causes, is 7 feet or more. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $622,000. The latest approved (1952) estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $13,400. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 11, 1870 The main breakwater....-----...............------------------------- Annual Report 1868, p. 785, and S. Misc. Dec. 81, 40th Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 2,1882 Repairs to basin walls and cliff protection east of S. Ex. Doc. 26, 47th Cong., 1st sess. harbor. Aug. 5,1886 Breakwater enclosing the inner harbor-----------................ S. Doc. 27, 48th Cong., 2d sess., and Annual Report, 1885, p. 610. June 3,1896 Raising the crest of the main breakwater and mak- H. Doc. 83, 54th Cong., 1st sess. ing it sandtight. 1 July 25,1912 Rebuilding the basin walls and present project di- H. Doc. 828, 60th Cong., 1st sess., mensions of the dredged areas. 1Contains latest published map. Recommended modifications of project.-On June 24, 1926, the Chief of Engineers recommended that this project be modified by RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 75 eliminating the dredging of the outer harbor west of the entrance channel (H. Doc.467, 69th Cong., 1st sess.). Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-The only wharf in the harbor is the steel sheet-pile bulkhead which comprises the southern and eastern limits of the basin. Total docking space amounts to 500 feet. No mechani- cal handling facilities are available. The wharf is owned by the Town and open to the public. It is considered inadequate for the present general needs of boating in the harbor. There is ample room for the expansion of terminal facilities. Operations and results during fiscal year.-A condition survey, by hired labor, of the entrance channel was carried on during fiscal year at a cost of $599.64. Maintenance dredging, by contract, in the 15-foot entrance channel was commenced on January 16, 1952, and completed on March 18, 1952. During the period, 42,562 cubic yards of clay, sand and silt were removed at a cost of $45,364.08, for maintenance. The total costs and expenditures were $45,963.72 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 93 percent complete. The breakwater and harbor walls were completed in 1916. The inner harbor and basin have been dredged to project dimensions, and a channel 60 to 130 feet wide and 15 feet deep has been dredged from deep water outside the harbor up to the town wharf. To complete the project requires the dredging to a depth of 15 feet of the outer protected area adjacent to the dredged channel. The controlling depths at mean low water are as follows: 16 feet in maintained channel to entrance to basin (1952); 16 feet in basin, except along edges (1952) ; inner harbor, 15 feet except for shoal ex- tending 100 to 200 feet from the west end and other minor shoals (August 1945); and outer protected area 6 to 14 feet (1931). The harbor walls and the breakwaters are in good condition. The costs have been $576,856.47 for new work and $445,201.64 for maintenance, a total of $1,022,058.11. The expenditures have been $1,022,058.11, all funds. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated---...... ---------------------------------- ----------------------- ............ $576,856.47 Cost------..------------------------------------------------------------576,856.47 Expenditures......--------------------------------------------------------.......... 576,856.47 Mainenance: Appropriated-_......... -$5, 442. 85 ---------- $120,000. 00 $9, 056. 51 $49, 000.00 445, 201.64 Cost............---------------..... ------------ 25, 269. 74 81, 214. 56 45, 841.95 45, 963.72 445, 201.64 Expenditures--------..... 25, 245. 75 ----------- 27, 459. 20 99, 597. 31 45, 963. 72 445, 201.64 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project................. $45,000.00 76 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 28. GREAT SALT POND, BLOCK ISLAND, R. I. Location.--On the west shore of Block Island, about 11 miles south- west by south from Point Judith Harbor, R. I., and 18 miles south- easterly from Stonington Harbor, Conn. (See U. S. Coast and Geo- detic Chart No. 276.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel from the ocean to the pond 600 feet wide with a central depth of 25 feet for a width of 150 feet; sloping gradually up to a depth of 12 feet in a width of 504 feet; thence up to low-water level with a 1 on 4 bottom slope; for two riprap jetties at the entrance, the northerly one 1,200 feet long, and the southerly one extending 350 feet beyond the 18-foot contour (actual length, 1,691 feet, including 837 feet built by the State) ; stone revetment and sand fences to protect the banks through the original beach; an entrance channel 100 feet wide and 12 feet deep from Great Salt Pond into the inner harbor and a basin of about 1.4 acres in that harbor to the same depth. All depths refer to mean low water. Mean tidal range is 2.6 feet, and the maximum range, due to the combined effect of wind and other causes, is 7 feet or more. The estimates of cost, approved in 1952 are $609,000 for new work, exclusive of $8,000 to be contributed by local interests, and $3,000 annually for maintenance, approved in 1950. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts. Acts Work authorized Documents June 3, 1896 Channel and jetties__-------.-.--- - H. Doec. No. 57, 54th Cong., 1st sess. June 13,1902 Extending south jetty and dredging... Specified in act. Annual report for ..--------------- 1900, p. 1276. Mar. 2,1945 Channel and basin in inner harbor_.- _-......--- H. Doec. No. 330, 77th Cong., 1st seSs. For latest published map see H. Doc. No. 60, 58th Cong., 2d sess., and H. Doc. No. 330, 77th Cong., 1st sess. Recoinime~ded modifications of project.-On June 24, 1926, the Chief of Engineers recommended curtailment of the existing project by omitting construction of the proposed north jetty (H. Doec. 467, 69th Cong., 1st sess.). Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, authorized improvement of inner harbor subject to the condi- tion that local interests contribute 50 percent of the estimated first cost, but not to exceed $8,000, furnish free of cost to the United States suitably bulkheaded areas for spoil disposal for the initial work and subsequent maintenance, when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the im- provement. These conditions have not been met. The State of Rhode Island and the town of New Shoreham expended $124,975.90 in dredg- ing and protecting the channel into Great Salt Pond. Terminal facilities.-These consist of a wharf with about 600 feet of publicly available berthage and several privately owned and oper- ated small wharves and piers. These facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 77 Operations and results during fiscal year.-A condition survey, by hired labor, of the entrance channel was carried on during fiscal year 1952, at a cost of $637.57. Maintenance dredging, by contract, in a section of the entrance channel in the vicinity of the U. S. Coast Guard was commenced on December 27, 1951, and completed on January 14, 1952. During the period, 5,050 cubic yards of gravel and sand were removed at a cost of $7,118.21. The total costs and expenditures were $7,755.78 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 31 percent completed. The channel, 300 feet wide and 18 feet deep, with a central depth of 25 feet over a width of 150 feet, has been dredged into the pond. The south jetty was completed to its present length of 1,691 feet in 1905. The controlling depths are 16 feet in the vicinity of the Outer End Light and 13.0 feet in the vicinity of the Coast Guard station in the 25-foot entrance channel (1952) ; 11 to 25 feet in 75-foot width east of central 150-foot channel; 0 to 25 feet in 75-foot width west of central 150-foot channel; 10 feet in entrance channel to inner harbor; and 11 to 14 feet in basin except for minor edge shoals. The soundings were taken in 1943 and 1944. The jetty is in fair condi- tion. To complete the project would require the further widening and deepening of the channel, the construction of the north jetty, and dredging of the inner harbor channel and basin. The costs and ex- penditures have been $189,036.65 for new work and $96,046.76 for maintenance, a total of $285,083.41. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated---- --------------- --------- ------------- ------------ ------------ $189,036. 65 Cost- -------- ------- ------------ - ----------------- ----------- - 189,036.65 Expenditures------------------------ ----------------------------------------- 189, 036.65 Maintenance: Appropriated--------- $500. 00 $201.81 ------------ $794. 48 $11,000.00 96, 046. 76 Cost-----------------. 500. 00 201.81 ------------ 794. 48 7, 755. 78 96, 046. 76 ....... Expenditures--------- 500. 00 201.81 -794. 48 7, 755. 78 96, 046. 76 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-------------- $420, 000. 00 29. PAWOATUCK RIVER, R. I. AND CONN. Location.-Formedby the function of the Wood and Charles Rivers in southwestern Rhode Island, the river flows westerly and southerly 18 miles and enters Little Narragansett Bay about 13 miles east of New London Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 358 and 1211.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1871, August 14, 1876, and August 5, 1886. For further details see page 1752 of the annual report for 1915 and page 69 of the annual report for 1933. 245554-53-vol. 1 6 78 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Existing project.-This provides for a channel in Little Narra- gansett Bay and in the river 10 feet deep at mean low water and 200 feet wide from Stonington to Avondale, about 4 miles; 100 feet wide from Avondale to the lower wharves at Westerly, about 3 miles; and 40 feet wide between the lower and upper wharves of Westerly, about one-half mile; for the removal of obstruction at Watch Hill, at the southeastern part of Little Narragansett Bay; for a channel 10 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the mouth of the river into Watch Hill Cove; for an anchorage basin in the cove 10 feet deep and about 16 acres in area; and for a riprap jetty 200 feet in length near the south- west corner of the basin. The mean tidal range is about 2.5 feet, and the maximum range, due to the combined effect of wind and other causes, is 7 feet or more. The estimate of cost, approved in 1952 is $259,000 for new work, exclusive of $20,000 to be contributed by local interests, and exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects, and $5,000 annually for maintenance, approved in 1950. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents 1 June 3,1896 Present channel dimensions- .................-------------------..... H. Doc. 62, 54th Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 3,1905 Removal of obstructions near Watch Hill---....---......---- Specified in act. Mar. 2,1945 Channel, anchorage and jetty at Watch Hill Cove .--- H. Doc. 839, 76th Cong., 3d Sess.l 1Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.--There are five private wharves in use near the head of navigation. At Watch Hill there are three public wharves and the yacht club wharf with a total of about 500 feet of berthage. Facilities are adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 70 percent complete. The bay and river channels have been dredged to project dimensions; except that the channel in the bay has a general width of 100 feet, the channel in the river at Pawcatuck Rocks a width of 80 feet, and there is a slight deficiency in depth at the channel edge in the vicinity of Rhodes Folly beacon, due to ledge rock or large boulders deeply embedded in the bottom. The most obstructive boulders in the vicinity of Watch Hill have been removed, the work being completed in 1913. The extension to the anchorage has been constructed. The controlling depths at mean low water were as fol- lows: 9 feet in maintained channel from abreast Rhodes Folly Light through Little Narragansett Bay, and in the Pawcatuck River to abreast Graves Neck, thence 8 feet to a point abreast Union Street, Westerly, R. I. (1948) ; 10 feet in channel through Little Narragansett Bay to Watch Hill Cove anchorage basin (1949) ; and 10 feet in major portion of Watch Hill Cove anchorage (1949). To complete the project requires widening of the channel to 200 feet to Avondale, the removal of rock at Pawcatuck Rocks and in the vicinity of Rhodes Folly Beach. The costs under the existing RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 79 project have been $181,777.34 for new work, and $205,846.41 for maintenance, a total of $387,623.75. In addition, $20,000.00 was con- tributed for new work by local interests. The expenditures have been $387,623.75. In addition $20,000.00 was expended from contributed funds. Proposed operations.--An allotment of $1,500 to be made during fiscal year 1953 will be applied toward a condition survey, by hired labor, of the 10-foot entrance channel from Rhodes Folly beacon to the upper wharves at Westerly, R. I. No work is contemplated for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-----.------------ $30, 000.00 $68,500.00 -$2, 057. 76 ------------ 1$315, 134.31 Cost--------------------------- 90. 02 96, 352. 22 .----------------------- 1 315, 134. 31 Expenditures---------......----------- 130. 00 96, 312. 24 ----------------------- 1 315, 134. 31 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $40,000.00 1, 592. 48 700. 00-- ...----.....-... .205, 846. 41 Cost-.....--.. ... - 4, 309.19 78,423.18 700.00- .. ... .. .. - 205,846.41 Expenditures-------........ 191.00 81, 541.37 700. 00 ------------------------ 205, 846. 41 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project------------------------- $77, 000 a In addition $20,000 of contributed funds was expended for new work. 30. MYSTIC RIVER, CONN. Location.-This river has its source in southeastern Connecticut. It flows in a southerly direction 8 miles and empties into Fishers Island Sound at Noank, 11 miles east of New London, Conn. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 358 and 1211.) Previous project.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of Sep- tember 19, 1890. For further details see page 1753 of annual report for 1915. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 15 feet deep and 125 feet wide from Fishers Island Sound to the bend opposite Murphy Point, thence 15 feet and 100 feet wide to the highway bridge at Mystic, thence 12 feet deep generally 100 feet wide to a point about 700 feet above the wharf of the Marine Historical Association, a total length of about 3.7 miles from the mouth; an anchorage basin of 8.5 acres 9 feet deep north of Mason Island; and a turning basin 9 feet deep about 500 feet below the highway bridge by widening the channel to 200 feet for a distance of 400 feet. All depths refer to mean low water. The mean and spring tidal ranges at Noank are 2.6 and 3.1 feet respectively. The estimate of cost, revised in 1952, is $85,000 for new work, ex- clusive of $14,000 to be contributed by local interests and exclusive of amounts expended under the previous project, and $2,500 annually for maintenance. 80 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Sept. 19, 1890 Channel from Fishers Island Sound to highway Annual Report for 1889, p. 746. bridge. July 25,1912 Restoration and maintenance of original project...... H. Doc. 858, 61st Cong., 2d sess. Mar. 4,1913 Channel above highway bridge__------------------ H. Doc. 637, 62d Cong., 2d sess. Mar. 2,1945 Channel widening to Murphy Point, anchorage and H. Doc. 349, 77th Cong., 1st sess. turning basin. I Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, authorized the channel widening, anchorage, and turning basin subject to the conditions that local interests contribute 50 percent of the estimated first cost of dredging the anchorage area, but not to exceed $14,000, furnish free of cost to the United States suitable areas for spoil disposal for the initial work and subsequent maintenance when and as required, and furnish assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will establish and maintain a suitable public small-boat terminal adjacent to the turning basin, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvements. It is expected that these requirements will be met. Terminal facilities.-In addition to the small town wharf at Noank, there are numerous small private wharves, some open to the public subject to the owners' convenience. A public small-boat terminal near the shopping center of Mystic is needed. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was 24 percent complete. Channels of project depths but deficient in width have been secured. To complete the project requires widening the channel by 25 feet up to Murphy Point and part of the channel above the high- way bridge by 10 to 20 feet, dredging the anchorage basin north of Mason Island and the turning basin below the highway bridge. The controlling depths at mean low water were 15 feet to the highway bridge at Mystic (except in the widening), thence about 12 feet (not full width.) to the head of the project (1941); 3 feet in the 9-foot anchorage (1940) ; and 0 to 15 feet in the 9-foot turning basin (1940). The head of navigation is about one-half mile above the head of the project. The costs and expenditures under the existing project have been $11,525.50 for new work and $44,264.67 for maintenance, a total of $55,790.17. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $1,100 to be made during fiscal year 1953 will be applied toward a condition survey, by hired labor, of the 15-foot and 12-foot sections of the channel to the head of navigation. The sum of $80,000, maintenance funds, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging, by contract, of approximately 80,000 cubic yards in the 15-foot and 12-foot sections of the channel to restore project depth to the head of navigation. RIVERS AND IHARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 81 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---------------.........----............-------------............----------............------------------- $48,125. 50 Cost---------------..................................................................-------------------------------------------- 48,125. 50 Expenditures--..............------------.......-----------------........... ----------------------------- 48,125. 50 Maintenance: Appropriated- ........ ---. ---- 44, 264. 67 Cost_------------------ ------------------------------------ ------------ 44, 264. 67 Expenditures--........---------------------------------------------------- -- 44, 264. 67 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project----- ----------------- $73, 500 31. NEW LONDON HARBOR, CONN. Locality.-On the north shore of Long Island Sound, at its eastern end and about 14 miles east of the mouth of the Connecticut River. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 293.) Previous projects.--Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of June 14, 1880, March 3, 1881, and July 13, 1892. For further details see annual reports for 1915 and 1938, pages 1753 and 116, respectively. Existing project.-This provides for an entrance channel generally 600 feet wide, widened at the approach to the State pier, 33 feet deep and about 3.8 miles long from deep water in Long Island Sound to the State pier, a channel 400 feet or more in width, 23 feet deep, and about 6,000 feet long skirting the water front of the city; branch channels 23 feet deep in Winthrop Cove and east of Central Vermont Railroad pier generally 250 feet wide, 1,500 feet long and 100 feet wide, 1,000 feet long respectively; a maneuvering area 0 to 450 feet wide, 23 feet deep, west of the main channel and south of the State pier; and for dredging Shaw Cove to a depth of 15 feet. The plane of reference is mean low water, the mean tidal range being 2.6 feet. The maximum tidal range, due to the combined effects of wind and other causes is 7 feet or more. The cost of new work, for the com- pleted project was $567,974.19, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest approved (1950) estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $10,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 13,1902 Water-front channel and branch channels in Win- H. Doc. 392, 56th Cong., 1st sess. throp Cove and east of Central Vermont Railroad pier. June 25,1910 Dredging in Shaws Cove------------- ------------- H. Doc. 329, 60th Cong., 1st sess. July 27,1916 Entrance channel_---------------------------- H. Doc. 613, 63d Cong., 2d sess.' Aug. 26,1937 Maneuvering area and present project extent of en- Rivers and Harbors Committee trance channel. Doc. 82, 74th Cong., 2d sess.' a Contains latest published maps. 82 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-These comprise 44 wharves and piers in a developed frontage of about 3 miles. Five piers are owned and used by the Federal Government, one owned by the city, and one by the State. Seven of the wharves are entirely or in part open to general public use and two by agreement with the owners. Three wharves have direct rail connections. The total available berthage space is about 27,000 feet. Facilities are considered adequate for existing com- merce. (For further details see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Ports of Southern New England.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1938. The controlling depths at mean low water were: Entrance channel to State pier, about 32 feet (1942 and 1943) ; waterfront chan- nel, 23 feet except for minor shoal to 19 feet in south reach (1943); Winthrop Cove, 22 feet (1941) ; maneuvering area, 23 feet (1941) ; and Shaw Cove, 15 feet, except minor shoals, (1941). The costs and expenditures under the existing project have been $567,974.19 for new work and $219,037.37 for maintenance, a total of $787,011.56. Proposed operations. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $3,800 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 as follows: Maintenance: Condition survey, by hired labor, of the entire project__ $3, 500. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports---------------------- ----- 300. 00 Total all work--------------------------- -- ---------- 3. 800. 00 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated....-------------------............---...........------------......----------............--.........------------............ $608, 774. 19 Cost-------------------------- ----- ----------------------------------- 608,774.19 Expenditures----------------- ..................---------...... ----------------............----------------- 608, 774. 19 Maintenance: Appropriated--.....-------------------............ $8.00 ......- .219, ..-.-.-..- ..- 037. 37 Cost-.---------------------- 8. 00 -..-- ..- ....--- ............ 219, 037. 37 Expenditures-.....--..------.........-----------..... 8. 00 -.----------..---.-.--...... 219, 037.37 32. THAMES RIVER, CONN. Location.-This is a tidal estuary varying in width from about 400 feet to three-fourths of a mile, and extending from the junction of the Yantic and Shetucket Rivers at Norwich, Conn., 15 miles south- erly to Long Island Sound at New London. (See United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 359.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of July 4, 1836, and March 3, 1879. For further details see page 1754 of annual report for 1915, and page 118 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.--This provides for a channel 25 feet deep and 250 feet wide to the upper end of Bartlett Crossover and thence to Nor- wich generally 200 feet wide, with increased width in the bends, RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 83 through Long Reach, and at the head of navigation, a total distance of about 8.6 miles; for widening the channel opposite the submarine base by an average of about 350 feet with a depth of 20 feet, the con- struction of 5 training walls of pile and stone or riprap, having their tops at mean high water and with an aggregate length of about 13,800 feet, located, respectively, at Mohegan, Trading Cove, Long Rock, Rolling Mill and Norwich, and the removal of obstructions in the Shetucket River at Norwich. The plane of reference is mean low water, the mean tidal range being 2.6 feet at New London, and 3.1 feet at Norwich. The maximum range, due to the combined effect of wind and other causes, is 7 feet or more. The estimate of cost, approved in 1952, is $1,351,600 for new work exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects, and $31,000 annually for maintenance, approved in 1950. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 2,1882 Training walls-------------------------------Annual Report, 1882, p. 606. June 25,1910 Removal of obstructions in the Shetucket River.---.. H. Doc. 397, 61st Cong., 2d sess. Jan. 21,1927 Channel 18 feet deep above Allyns Point-........- .l H. Doc. 107, 69th Cong., Ist sess. July 3,1930 Present project dimensions of channel up to Allyns Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 Point. Doc. 14, 71st Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 30,1935 Present project dimensions of channel above Allyns Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 Point. Doc. 18, 74th Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 2,1945 Increased width opposite submarine base, 20 feet deep_ H. Doc. 367, 76th Cong., 1st sess.' I Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.--Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-Wharves along the river and at Norwich are mainly of the bulkhead type, both with and without pile aprons. The facilities are considered adequate for the existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is 99 percent completed. The training walls were completed in 1906, except the upper end of the Rolling Mill dike, which is replaced by adjacent shore improvements. The training walls are in fair condition. The widening opposite the submarine base was completed in 1940 by the Navy Department. To complete the project requires slight widening of the channel at the upper end of Long Beach. The head of navi- gation is at Norwich, about 15 miles above the mouth. The con- trolling depth at mean low water (not full width) was 25 feet to Bartlett Crossover (1946); thence 23 feet to Norwich, except for minor shoals (1949); about 25 feet in the basin at Norwich (1949); and 12 feet in the Shetucket River up to the town wharf (1947). The costs under the existing project have been $1,323.571.87 for new work, and $768,986.69 for maintenance, a total of $2,092,558.56. The ex- penditures were $2,092,558.56. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $2,600 to be made during fiscal year 1953 will be applied toward a condition survey, by hired labor, of the 25-foot channel beginning at deep water north of New London highway bridge to the head of navigation. 84 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The sum of $280,300, maintenance funds can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance dredging, by contract, in the 25-foot channel (approxi- mately 250,000 cubic yards) ------------------------------- $280,000.00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports------------------ ---- 300. 00 Total all work-------- ----- ------------------ 280, 300. 00 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated ..-------------------.---------------------- --.------------------------ $1, 471, 919.46 Cost--....----------------------------..........----------.....---............................----------------... 1,471,919.46 Expenditures-------- -------- ----- ----- ------- ------------------------ 1, 471, 919.46 Maintenance: Appropriated--------- ...... ----- -- $124, 992. 00 $153, 811. 23 .------------------------ 805, 582. 56 Cost ......------------------------- 4, 204. 22 274, 599.01 ------------------------ 805, 582. 56 Expenditures......... -------- ---------- 4, 301.38 274, 501.85 ----------------------- 805, 582. 56 Other new work data : Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project_--- ----------- $28, 000. 00 33. CONNECTICUT RIVER BELOW HARTFORD, CONN. Location.-This river has its source in Connecticut Lake in northern New Hampshire, flows southerly 380 miles, and empties into Long Island Sound at Saybrook, Conn., 14 miles west of New London. Hartford, now the head of commercial navigation, is 52 statute miles, by channel, from the mouth. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 215, 254, 255, and 256.) Previous project.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of July 14, 1836, and July 11, 1870. For further details see page 1754, annual report for 1915, and page 120, annual report for 1938. Project for Eightmile River, Conn.-Elimination as separate project.-This provides for a channel 8 feet deep and 75 feet wide from deep water in the Connecticut River to Hamburg and for a turning basin of the same depth, 150 feet wide approximately 300 feet long at Hamburg. The project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 25, 1910. The costs and expenditures have been $9,000, all for new work. In accordance with the River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, the project for Connecticut River below Hart- ford was modified to include the project for Eightmile River, which was eliminated as a separate project. The aforementioned act also provided for an anchorage basin 6 feet deep and about 6.3 acres in area in the upper cove at Hamburg. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 15 feet deep at mean low water, 300 feet wide from the mouth to the Lyme railroad bridge, about 3.4 miles, and thence 150 feet wide to Hartford, a total distance of 52 miles, the channel to be obtained by dredging and the construc- tion of dikes, training walls, revetments, and the accessory works; for two riprap jetties at the mouth of the river, the tops to be 5 feet above high water and 6 feet wide, the easterly one about 2,300 feet and the westerly about 2,750 feet in length; for a training dike about RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 85 3,700 feet long at Hartford, and for an anchorage 11 feet deep, about 12 acres, and one, 6 feet deep, about 17 acres, in North Cove, Old Say- brook, with an entrance channel 11 feet deep and 100 feet wide; for a channel 18 feet deep, 75 feet wide about 1.5 miles in length from the Connecticut River to Hamburg; a turning basin of the same depth 150 feet wide and 300 feet long at Hamburg; and an anchorage area at Hamburg 6 feet deep, about 6.5 acres in area. The mean tidal range is 3.5 feet at the mouth, and at summer stage is about 1 foot at Hartford. The maximum tidal range at the mouth due to wind or other causes, is 8 feet or more. At Hartford the usual rise due to spring freshets is between 16 and 24 feet above mean low water. The maximum recorded freshet at Hartford (March 1936) was 35.5 feet above mean low water. Below Middletown the height of the crest of the' freshet decreases rapidly. The estimate of cost, approved in 1952, is $1,256,800 for new work, exclusive of $85,500 to be contributed by local interests, and $90,000 annually for maintenance approved in 1950. The existing project was authorized by the following River and Harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 10,1872 Jetties at the mouth------------------------------ Present project dimensions approv- ed by the Chief of Engineers, Dec. 22, 1887. Mar. 3,1881 The Hartford dike-...---------------------------- Present project dimensions author- ized by the Chief of Engineers in 1889. June 25,1910 Channel and turning basin in Eightmile River- .-.... H. Doc. 327, 60th Cong., 1st sess. Feb. 27,1911 Present project dimensions of the channel over Say- H. Doc. 1294, 61st Cong., 3d sess. brook Bar. 1 Mar. 2, 1919 Dikes, training walls, and revetments ------- - .- H. Doc. 132, 65th Cong., 1st sess. 1 Aug. 30,1935 Present project dimensions of channel and additional H. Doc. 49, 73d Cong., 1st sess. dikes, training walls, revetments, and accessory works. May 24,1937 Park River declared nonnavigable .............----------------. Ltr. Sec. War, Apr. 21, 1937. 1 Mar. 2,1945 Channel and anchorages, North Cove, Old Saybrook H. Doc. 358, 7th Cong., 1st sess. 1 May 17,1950 Channel, anchorage, and turning basin, Eightmile H. Doc. 666, 80th Cong., 2d sess. River .. I Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935, authorized the 15-foot channel up to Hartford and additional dikes, training walls, and revetments, subject to the provision that local interests shall furnish, free of cost to the United States, suitable areas for the disposal of dredged material during initial construction and for future maintenance as and when needed. Areas have been furnished where required and it is understood that future require- ments will be met. The River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, authorized the channel and anchorages in North Cove subject to the provisions that local interests contribute in cash $67,500, but not to exceed 50 percent of the initial construction cost and give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will provide a suitable public landing in the cove. The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, authorized the channel, anchorage, and turning basin in Eightmile River provided that local interests contribute in cash 50 percent of the initial cost of dredging, but not to exceed $18,000; construct public landing facilities of a design satisfactory to the 86 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Chief of Engineers; provide suitable spoil-disposal areas, as and when required, for new work and subsequent maintenance; and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. It is expected that these conditions will be met. Terminal facilities.-Onboth the Connecticut and Eightmile Rivers there are two or three wharves at each of the river towns, one or more in each town being open to public use. At Hartford and at Middle- town there is approximately one-half of wharf frontage along the west bank of the river. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance dredging, by contract, of various river bars below Hartford was commenced on October 11, 1951, and was completed on April 16, 1952. During the period 155,684 cubic yards of gravel, sand and silt were removed at a cost of $125,144.78 for maintenance. Preliminary work, by hired labor, in connection with condition survey was accomplished during fiscal year at a cost of $264.36 for maintenance. The total costs were $125,409.14 for maintenance. The expenditures were $125,693.98 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 68 percent complete. The 15-foot channel from the mouth to Hart- ford was completed in 1937. The Saybrook jetties and training walls at Hartford, Clay Banks, and Sears Shoal were completed in 1915. The stone dikes and timber spurs at Pistol Point, Glastonbury, Press Barn, Naubuc, Cys Hollow, and Clay Banks were completed in 1927 and those at Wethersfield in 1947. Timber pile dikes at Press Barn were completed in 1940 and at Glastonbury Bend in 1943. The Clay Banks, Cys Hollow, Naubuc, Press Barn, Glastonbury (including Two Piers), and Gildersleeve Island and Reaches have ben revetted. The jetties at Saybrook need repairs. The training walls, dikes, and revetments are generally in good condition. To complete the project requires the construction of additional permanent works, dredging the channel and anchorage in North Cove, Old Saybrook, Connecticut, and the dredging of the 6-foot channel, turning basin, and anchorage in Eightmile River. The head of commercial navigation is at Hart- ford, 52 miles by channel from the mouth. A dam at Holyoke, Mass., 34 miles above Hartford, completely interrupts navigation. The controlling depths at mean low water were 15 feet (not full width) to Hartford (1952) ; 1-foot in entrance channel to North Cove (1938); 0 feet in anchorages at North Cove (1938) ; 7 feet in channel and basin in Eightmile River (1946); 1 to 6 feet in anchorage at Hamburg (1946). The costs under the existing project have been $858,555.98 for new work, which includes $9,000 of completed new work project (existing project) transferred from Eightmile River project, and $1,996,014.69 for maintenance, a total of $2,854,570.67. Expenditures have been $2,854,604.60. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance and accounts re- ceivable June 30, 1952, amounting to $10,539.74 will be expended as follows: RIVERS AND HARBORS---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 87 Accounts payable--------- ------------------------ $4. 26 Completion of condition survey, by hired labor, in fall of 1952 ------- 10, 535. 48 Total all work .__......,_ . --.. 10, 539. 74 The sum of $180,500, maintenance funds, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954, as follows: Maintenance dredging, by contract, of the river bars to project depth of 15 feet, mean low water (approximately 200,000 cubic yards)__ $180, 000. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports--.---------------------_ 500. 00 Total all work-- ----- _- --------------- -- 180, 500. 00 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--.......------.. $6, 500.00 ---------------------------------------- 1 $1,145, 930. 27 Cost------------------ 76, 562. 47-----------------------------------------1 1, 145, 930. 27 Expenditures.....-------.... 75, 648. 41 ---------------------------------------- 1 1,145, 930. 27 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... 102, 300.00 $150, 000.00 $58,000.00 $160,000. 00 $10,000.00 2, 372, 898. 64 Cost------------------ 34, 583. 60 55, 103. 17 250, 692. 43 10, 094. 41 125, 409. 14 2, 362, 363. 16 Expenditures-......-------.. 38, 197. 68 18, 193.65 287, 804. 31 9, 843.50 125, 693.98 2, 362, 397. 09 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project --------------------- $398, 300 1 Includes $9,000 expended for new work on project: "Eight Mile River, Connecticut." 34. CLINTON HARBOR, CONN. Location.--On the north shore of Long Island Sound about 10 miles west of the mouth of the Connecticut River and about 20 miles east of New Haven Harbor, Conn. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 216 and 1212.) Previous project.--Adopted by River and Harbor Act of August 2, 1882. For further details see page 640, annual report for 1894 and page 112, annual report for 1943. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 8 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet wide from Long Island Sound to the upper end of the wharves at Clinton, an anchorage area of the same depth opposite and above the wharves, 50 feet wide south of the channel and extending 600 feet above the end of the channel with widths of 150 to 250 feet, and for maintenance of a stone dike closing a breach in the sandy peninsula which separates the river from the outer harbor. The mean and spring tidal ranges are 4.7 and 5.5 feet respec- tively. The estimate of cost, approved in 1952, for new work, is $76,800 exclusive of $6,600 to be contributed by local interests and exclusive of amounts expended under the previous project; and $1,000 annually for maintenance, approved in 1950. 88 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 2,1882 Dike...------------------------------............................-------- S. Ex. Doc. 84, 47th Cong., 1st sess.1 Mar. 2,1945 Channel and anchorage.........-----------.....------------- H. Doc. 240, 76th Cong., 1st sess. 1 Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are several small private wharves, some of which are open to public use. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1950. The controlling depths at mean low water were 8.0 feet in the channel, and 8 feet in the 8-foot anchorage (1950). Costs and expenditures under the existing project have been $68,- 359.87, all for new work, excluding $6,600 from contributed funds. Proposed operations.-Funds unexpended at the end of the fiscal year 1952 amounting to $8,440.13 plus accounts receivable of $2,284.29, a total of $10,724.42 will be held in reserve pending settlement of claim on original contract for new work. No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June -30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated_--- .....-. _. - -_ _ $76, 800. 00 ...--------------------------------- 1 $83,130. 02 Cost-............ 1,534. 89 $27, 132. 11 $39, 692.87 -$2, 284. 29 1 72, 405. 60 Expenditures-----.... -------------- 1, 426. 41 15, 111.08 51, 822. 38 -2, 284. 29 1 72, 405. 60 Maintenance: Appropriated-....... ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------------------ 1, 917. 25 Cost------- ------------------------------------------------------------ 1, 917. 25 Expenditures------------------....-----------------------------------............ -------- 1,917. 25 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_- ...... $7, 527. 37 1In addition $6,600 of contributed funds was expended for new work. 35. NEW HAVEN HARBOR, CONN. Location.--On the north shore of Long Island Sound, about 67 miles to the east of New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 218.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of August 30, 1852, March 3, 1871, June 10, 1872, and for West River, March 3, 1905. For further details, see page 1755 of annual report for 1915 and page 127 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a main channel 35 feet deep, 400 to 800 feet wide, from Long Island Sound to Tomlinson bridge; 2 anchorage basins below Tomlinson bridge of 16- and 15-foot depths; a pile and riprap dike, total length about 4,200 feet, to contract tidal RIVERS AND HARBORS---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 89 flow at Fort Hale bar; a channel 12 feet deep and 100 to 150 feet wide, from the southwest corner of the 16-foot anchorage basin via City Point and the West Haven wharf front to Kimberly Avenue bridge; thence 12 feet deep and prevailing width of 75 feet up West River approximately to the railroad 'bridge, and an anchorage basin 6 feet deep in West River opposite Mars wharf; a channel 100 feet wide and 12 feet deep from the 15-foot anchorage basin toward Brewery Street, about 1,500 feet; a channel in Quinnipiac River 22 feet deep and 250 to 400 feet wide to a point about 1,000 feet above Ferry Street, thence 16 feet deep and 200 feet wide to Grand Avenue, with turning basin 22 feet deep, 200 to 800 feet wide and 700 feet long at the mouth of Mill River; a channel up Mill River 12 feet deep, 200 feet wide, to the junction of the two branches above Chapel Street, thence to Grand Avenue, 100 feet wide in the East Branch and generally 125 feet wide in the West Branch; and the removal of certain obstructive rocks in Morris Cove. The mean range of tide is 6.2 feet. The estimate of cost approved in 1952 is $4,459,000 for new work exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects, and $75,000 annually for maintenance, approved in 1950. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 2,1882 Sandy Point dike-.....----------- ----------------- Plans approved by a Board of Engineers, Oct. 2, 1882. Mar. 3,1899 The 16-foot anchorage basin ..--------------------- H. Doc. 82, 55th Cong., 1st sess. June 25, 1910 Brewery St. channel, removal of rocks in Morris H. Doc. 1159, 60th Cong., 2d sess. Cove and present project dimensions of the 15-foot basin. July 25,1912 Present project dimensions of the channels in Mill H. Doc. 26, 62d Cong., 1st sess. River. Do-....... Present project dimensions of the West River channel H. Doc. 535, 62d Cong., 2d sess. and anchorage. July 3,1930 18-foot and 16-foot channels in Quinnipiac River----...... H. Doc. 686, 69th Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 30,1935 1 The 25-foot channel Doc. 479, 72d Cong., 2d sess. H--------------------------. Mar. 2,1945 The 30-foot channel and anchorage and present loca- H. Doc. 307, 76th Cong., 1st sess. tion of 16-foot anchorage. July 24,1946 35-foot main channel, elimination of 30-foot anchor- H. Doc. 517, 79th Cong., 2d sess. age, present location and extent of 16-foot anchor- age, and 22-foot channel and turning basin in Quinnipiac River. Aug 16,1949 Brewery Street Channel declared non-navigable-...... H. R. 3511, 81st Cong., 1st sess. Public Law 234, 81st Cong., 1st sess. 1 Also Public Works Administration, September 6, 1933. 2 Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-The 35-foot main channel and the 22-foot channel and turning basin in Quinnipiac River were authorized subject to the conditions that local interests furnish free of cost to the United States all lands, easements, and rights-of-way and suitable spoil disposal areas for the initial work and for subsequent maintenance when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from damages resulting from the improvement. These requirements, as applied to the 35-foot channel, have been met, and assurances have been furnished that the requirements for the 22-foot channel and turning basin in the Quinnipiac River will be met. These assurances were approved by the Chief of Engineers on June 2, 1947. 90 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Terminal facilities.-The wharves and piers served by this im- provement are grouped near the head of the main harbor; on both sides of Mill River between Chapel Street and Grand Avenue; on both sides of Quinnipiac River throughout the greater part of its improved portion; at City Point; and along the westerly side of West River. The total length of berthing space available at 50 wharves or piers is about 16,920 feet. One of the wharves is open to public use, 6 are open to public use upon agreement with the owners, and 9 have direct rail connections. Facilities are adequate for existing commerce. For further details see Port and Terminal Facilities of Southern New England. Operations and results during fiscal year.--During the fiscal year costs in the amount of $348.97 were incurred in connection with claim pending on contract for new work dredging already completed. The expenditures were $348.97 for new work. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The existing project was about 86 percent complete. The Sandy Point dike, completed in 1889, is in poor condition. The controlling depths at mean low water are as follows: Main channel to within 1,000 feet of Tomlinson Bridge, 35 feet (1949), thence to within 300 feet of Tomlinson Bridge, 18 feet (1943); 16-foot anchorage, 0 to 25 feet (1950); 15-foot anchorage, 16 feet except at edges (1940); 12 feet in Brewery Street Channel (1940); West Haven 6-foot anchorage, 0 to 10 feet (1952); West River, 9.8 feet to Kimberly Avenue Bridge (1952), thence 9 feet to head of navigation (1952); Mill River, 12 feet (1949) ; Quinnipiac River, 17 feet to Ferry Street Bridge (1943); thence 11 feet except at edges to Grand Avenue Bridge (1952). To complete the project requires the dredging of the 22-foot Quin- nipiac River channel and turning basin. The total costs, all funds, under the existing project have been $5,453,298.27 of which $3,506,- 490.81 were regular funds, $290,877.00 were National Industrial Re- covery funds, and $59,206.75 Public Works funds, a total of $3,856,- 574.56 for new work and $1,596,723.71 for maintenance. The total expenditures have been $5,453,198.27. Proposed operations.--The unexpended balance June 30, 1952, of $192,528.58, plus an allotment of $7,000 to be made in fiscal year 1953, a total of $199,528.58 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable------------------------------------------ $100. 00 New work: New work funds held in reserve pending final settlement of claim--------------------------------------------192, 428. 58 Maintenance: Condition survey, by hired labor, to determine manner in which banks are holding, and effect of any deterioration on general area of channel--- ----------------- ------- 7, 000. 00 Total all work___--------------------------- - 199, 528. 58 The sum of $157,000, maintenance funds, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for the following schedule of work. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 91 Maintenance : Partial maintenance dredging, by contract, to 16 feet in the Quinnipiac River immediately above Ferry Street Bridge, for a distance of approximately 1,000 feet and a width of 200 feet (approximately 40,000 cubic yards) $45, 000 Dredging, by contract, in the channel below Kimberly Avenue Bridge to project depth of 12 feet at mean low water (approxi- mately 100,000 cubic yards) -_ -- _.__. 110, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports __ _ _ __ 2, 000 Total all work-------------------------------------------- 157, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--_...... $1,140,000.00 $1,236,555.31 $163, 000. 00 ...--------- -------..........----- 1$4, 380, 628. 80 Cost---------------............... 561, 049. 211, 838, 599.53 432, 817.82 $182.38 $348. 97 1 4, 188, 200. 22 Expenditures-------..... 448. 606. 14 1, 791, 067. 05 592, 115.59 136.49 348. 97 1 4, 188, 100. 22 Maintenance: Appropriated---------..... 56, 000.00 -88,916.96 ............ 165, 000. 00 -13, 947. 74------------ 1, 629, 213. 71 Cost-----------------3,145.22 ----------- .......................----------- 151, 052. 26---------- 1, 629, 213. 71 Expenditures-......... -25,466.69 ----------- 151,052.26------.....-............ 1, 629, 298. 71 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952--------------------------- $3, 227. 58 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project---------------------------- 410, 000.000 1 Includes $290,877 National Industrial Recovery funds and $59,206.75 Public Works funds. 36. HOUSATONIC RIVER, CONN. Location.--Rises in northwestern Massachusetts, flows southerly 130 miles through Massachusetts and Connecticut, and empties into Long Island Sound at Stratford, 5 miles east of Bridgeport Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 219.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 18 feet deep at mean low water and 200 feet wide from the mouth to the lower end of Cul- vers bar, about 5 miles, and thence 7 feet deep and 100 feet wide to Derby and Shelton, about 8 miles; a riprap breakwater at the mouth, consisting of an inner arm, 3,250 feet long, 3 feet high above mean low water, top width 6 feet, side slopes 1 on 1, and an outer arm 2,571 feet long, 6 feet high above mean high water, top width 12 feet, outer slope 1 on 2, inner slope 1 on 1; riprap dike in the river below Strat- ford not to exceed 1,500 feet in length; and a riprap jetty 163 feet long at Sow and Pigs Rocks. The mean tidal range, exclusive of the winter season and freshets, is 6.7 feet at the mouth, 5.5 feet at Strat- ford, and 5 feet at Shelton; the extreme range due to combined effect of wind and other causes is about 11 feet at the mouth, diminishing toward the head. The spring freshets occasionally rise to a height of 18 feet or more above summer low water, but only average about 12 feet above that datum. 92 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $1,354,000 exclusive of $150,000 plus $50,000 in lieu of suitable bulkhead areas to be contributed by local interests. The latest approved (1950) esti- mate for annual cost of maintenance is $30,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1871 A jetty at Sow and Pigs Reef and the present project H. Doc. 95, 41st Cong., 3d sess., width of the channel across the outer bar. and Annual Report, 1871, p. 781. Aug. 11,1888 Breakwater at the mouth and the prese nt project S. Doc. 103, 50th Cong., 1st sess., dimensions of the river channel above the lower and Annual Report, 1888, p. 554. end of Culvers bar. The Stratford dike-.......--.-- ----..__-.------ - _ Authorized by Department; proj- ect submitted by the district engineer July 15, 1892. July 3,1930 Present project dimensions of channel up to Culvers H. Doc. 449, 70th Cong., 2d sess.t bar. I Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.--The River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930, authorized the 18-foot channel up to Culvers Bar subject to the provision that no work shall be started until local interests have contributed $150,000 toward the cost of the work, and provided further that local interests shall furnish, free of cost to the United States, suitable bulkhead areas for the deposit of dredged material, or in lieu thereof an additional $50,000 in cash. These conditions of local cooperation will be met in the time construction funds are appropriated. Terminal facilities.-There are six wharves for commercial use at Stratford, one at Devon, and eight at Shelton and Derby. The facili- ties are considered adequate for the existing commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.--None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 17 percent completed. The up-river channels were completed in 1893. The breakwater at the mouth was completed in 1914, except that the outer arm has a top width of 8 feet and outer slope of 1 on 11/2 instead of project dimensions; the Stratford dike was completed to its present length of 1,255 feet in 1916, and the jetty at Sow and Pigs Rocks was completed in 1871. The breakwater is in good con- dition and the dike and jetty in fair condition. To complete the project requires the enlargement of the outer arm of the breakwater to provide a top width of 12 feet and an outer slope of 1 on 2, which is not required at this time, the extension of the Stratford dike not more than 245 feet, and deepening and widening of the channel from the mouth up to the lower end of Culvers Bar. The head of navigation is at Derby and Shelton, about 14 miles by channel above the mouth. The controlling depth at mean low water in the channel was about 7 feet to Shelton (1944). The costs and expenditures have been $234,364.92 for new work and $261,432.89 for maintenance, a total of $495,797.81. Proposedoperations.-An allotment of $80,000, maintenance funds, to be made during fiscal year 1953 will be expended for maintenance dredging, by contract, of a channel 100 feet wide, 7 feet deep at mean RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 93 low water, from the mouth of the river to Culvers Bar, approximately 5 miles (approximately 70,000 cubic yards). No work is contemplated for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 * 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-------- ... -----------------------............ --------------------------- $234,364.92 Cost--.....-- ------------------------------------------------------------ 234,364.92 Expenditures .......---------------------- ------------------------------------ 234,364.92 Maintenance: Appropriated-------------------$299.77 ---------------------------------- 261,432.89 Cost-------------------------- 299. 77 ----.------------------------------- 261,432.89 Expenditures--------..... ------------ 299. 77 ...........----------.........------------------------............ 261, 432. 89 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project----- -------- $1, 120, 000 37. BRIDGEPORT HARBOR, CONN. Location.-On the north shore of Long Island Sound, about 51 miles east of New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Sur- vey Chart No. 220.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of July 4, 1836, March 3, 1871, and (for Black Rock Harbor) July 5, 1884. For further details see page 1756 of annual report for 1915, and page 133 of annual report for 1938. Eawisting project.-This provides for- (1) Two riprap breakwaters, one 3,823 feet long on the easterly side, and one 2,110 feet long on the westerly side of the entrance to the main harbor. (2) The construction and maintenance of shore protection on Fayerweather Island, including a sea wall connecting the northerly and southerly portions of the island. (3) Main channel 30 feet deep and generally 400 feet wide from Long Island Sound to a point abreast Bridgeport Breakwater Light widening to approximately 600 feet opposite the Cilco terminal, and decreasing in width to 250 feet at a point about 720 feet below the Stratford Avenue Bridge across the Poquonock River. (4) A turning basin 30 feet deep at the entrance of Johnsons River channel. (5) Two anchorage basins: One 25 feet deep and 23 acres in area, opposite Tongue Point; one 18 feet deep and 29 acres in area, ad- joining the main channel on the west above Tongue Point. (6) Poquonock River channel, 18 feet deep and from 125 to 200 feet wide from the lower bridge to a point about 500 feet below the dam at Berkshire Avenue, about 1.1 miles. (7) Yellow Mill channel, 18 feet deep and 150 to 200 feet wide from the 30-foot channel to a point about 370 feet from Crescent Avenue, about 1 mile. (8) Johnsons River channel, 15 feet deep and generally 200 feet wide from the 25-foot anchorage to a point 1,700 feet below Hollisters 245554---53-vol. 1-7 94 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Dam, thence 9 feet deep and 100 feet wide to a point about 600 feet below Hollisters Dam about 1 mile. (9) Black Rock and Cedar Creek channel, 18 feet deep and 100 to 200 feet wide from the 18-foot curve in Black Rock Harbor to the heads of both branches of Cedar Creek, about 2.4 miles. (10) Burr Creek channel, 7 feet deep and 100 feet wide from its junction with Cedar Creek channel to the south side of Yacht Street extended, about one-quarter mile. All depths refer to mean low water, the mean tidal range being 6.8 feet. The extreme tidal range, due to wind and other causes, is 11 feet or more. The estimates of cost, approved in 1952, are $2,302,000 for new work, exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects, and $37,000 annually for maintenance, approved in 1950. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Fayerweather Island sea wall..--- - -------- July 4,18399 Shore protection of Fayerweather Island--.-------- Annual Report, 1899, p. 1173. Mar. 3,1899 West breakwater and present project dimensions of H. Does. 275 and 521, 59th Cong. Mar. 21907 east breakwater. 2d sess. Mar. 21919 Present project depths of the 18- and 12-foot anchorage H. Doc. 898, 63d Cong., 2d sess. S191 basins and of Burr Creek channel. 25-foot entrance channel, the 25-foot anchorage and H. Doc. 281, 71st Cong., 2d sess. July 3,1930 an 18-foot channel through Johnsons River; present project dimensions of the channels through Poquo- nock River, Yellow Mill Pond, Black Rock Har- bor, and Cedar Creek. Aug. 12,19371 The present extent of Burr Creek channel .......--------... Specified in act. Aug. 12, 1937 The 25-foot channel through the main harbor, and H. Doc. 232, 75th Cong., 1st sess. Aug. 26, 1937 present project location and extent of the 18- and 12-foot anchorage basins. Mar. 21945 The 30-foot channel; elimination of 12-foot anchorage_ H. Doe. 819, 78th Cong., 3d sess. turning basin and 15-foot and 9-foot channels H. Doc. 680, 79th Cong., 2d sess.2 y 24 30-foct July 25, 1945 in Johnsons River. 1 Publi - Law 273, 75th Cong. 2 Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, authorized the 30-foot channel subject to the provision that local interests hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. The River and Harbor Act approved July 24, 1946, authorized the 30-foot turning basin and present authorized channels in Johnsons River subject to the conditions that local interests make necessary changes to the Pleasure Beach Bridge; give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will provide suitable berthing and unloading facilities for large tankers on the main harbor turning basin and adequate terminals on Johnsons River; furnish free of cost to the United States all lands, easements, and rights of way and suitable bulkheaded spoil disposal areas for the initial work and for subsequent maintenance when and as required; and hold aid save the United tSates free from damages resulting from the improvement. Assurances required by both of the above acts were approved by the Secretary of War on April 4, 1947. All of these requirements have been met except those pertaining to making changes in the Pleasure Beach Bridge and providing terminals on Johnsons River. Terminal facilities.--There are 45 wharves and piers in use or in RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 95 usable condition, including 1 modern deep-water public terminal on the main harbor and 4 owned by the city, that are served by the improvement. The total available length for berthing is about 13,000 feet. Four of the wharves are open to general public use and 3 may be used by the public upon agreement with the owners or operators Direct rail connections are available at 3 wharves. The existing facili- ties are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For further details see Port and Terminal Facilities of Southern New England, 1941.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance dredging, by contract, in Yellow Mill Channel was commenced on June 1, 1952, and was in progress at the end of the fiscal year. During the period 23,589 cubic yards of mud, sand, and silt were removed at a cost of $21,413.42, for maintenance. Condition survey, by hired labor, was accomplished during the fiscal year. The costs were $2,120.52 for maintenance. The total costs were $23,533.94 for maintenance. The expenditures were $12,938.91 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 96 percent complete. The breakwaters were completed in 1908. The east breakwater is in good condition; the west breakwater and the shore protection works on Fayerweather Island are in need of repairs. The removal of rock in Yellow Mill Pond is needed to complete the project. This work is not presently required. The controlling depths at mean low water were as follows: 30 feet in the 30-foot main channel (1948), and 30 feet in the 30-foot turning basin (1948) ; in Johnsons River 15 feet in the 15-foot channel (1948), and 9 feet in the 9-foot channel (1948) ; Poquonock River, 18 feet to head of project, except for minor shoals (1945) ; Yellow Mill Pond Channel, 18 feet to about 1,300 feet below head of project (1944), thence 15 feet nearly to head of project (1943); Black Rock Harbor and Cedar Creek, 18 feet except for minor edge shoals (1943) ; Burr Creek, about 3 feet (1939) ; 25-foot anchor- age basin, 25 feet (1943); 18-foot anchorage basin, 18 feet (1942). The costs under the existing project have been $2,921,667.40, of which $2,206,897.75 was for new work and $714,769.65 for maintenance. Ex- penditures have been $2,911,072.37. Proposedoperations.-Theunexpended balance and accounts receiv- able June 30, 1952, of $41,270.09, plus an allotment of $4,400 to be made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $45,670.09 will be applied as follows : Accounts payable ---------------------------------------- $10, 952. 03 Maintenance : Completion of dredging in Yellow Mill Channel, by contract, approximately 31,411 cubic yards------------------------ 28, 577. 08 Completion of condition survey, by hired labor, in Black Rock Harbor and Cedar Creek Channel-------------------------- 140. 98 Condition survey, by hired labor, of 30-foot main channel, 30-foot turning basin, 25-foot and 18-foot anchorages, 18-foot channel in Poquonock River, and 15-foot channel in Johnsons River, in the fall of 1952----------------------------------- 6, 000. 00 Total maintenance--------------------------------- 34, 718. 06 Total------------------------------------------ 45, 670. 09 96 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The sum of $180,000, maintenance funds, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging, by contract, in Black Rock Harbor and Cedar Creek channel to project depths of 18 feet, mean low water, approximately 200,000 cubic yards. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated......... $915,000. 00 -$25, 111. 18----------- ......-----.. ------------ 2, 585, 347. 28 Cost--.. __........____ 959, 555. 78 -43. 99 ------------ -------------------- 2, 585, 347. 28 ------ Expenditures......... 964, 188.67 -33.01 ------------ ----------- ---------- 2, 585, 347. 28 Maintenance: Appropriated________.... .---- - --------------- $35, 000.00 -$9, 796.20 $53, 852. 00 757, 036. 68 Cost ...------ -- _ ---------------------- 1, 050.70 24, 153. 10 23, 533.94 726, 718. 62 Expenditures.....-- ........ ---------------------- 1, 074.63 24, 129. 17 12, 938. 91 716, 123.59 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project-------------------- $95, 000 38. NORWALK HARBOR, CONN. Location.--On the north shore of Long Island Sound, about 40 miles east of New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 221 and 1213.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of June 10, 1872, June 3, 1896, and March 2, 1907. For further details see page 1757 of annual report for 1915, and page 137 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep from the outer harbor to the highway bridge at South Norwalk, about 3.1 miles, 200 feet wide to Gregory (Dorlon) Point, thence 150 feet wide to South Norwalk, and 250 feet wide .along the South Norwalk wharves, thence a channel 10 feet deep and generally 100 feet wide to the head of navigation about 1.5 miles, an anchorage basin 10 feet deep and about 17 acres in area opposite Fitch Point; a channel 6 feet deep from the 10-foot anchorage to East Norwalk, 125 feet wide to the bend beyond Third Street, thence 150 feet wide to the head, a total distance of 2,900 feet; and for an irregular-shaped anchorage basin of about 7 acres, 6 feet deep adjacent to the upper portion of the East Norwalk channel. All depths refer to mean low water. The mean and spring tidal ranges at South Norwalk are 7.1 and 8.4 feet respec- tively. The cost of the completed project was $368,612.89 for new work, exclusive of $34,500 contributed by local interests and exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects; and $10,000 annually for maintenance approved in 1950. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 97 Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 2,1919 South Norwalk and Norwalk channels; 10-foot H. Doc. No. 1143, 63d Cong., 2d anchorage. sess. Mar. 2,1945 East Norwalk channel widening and anchorage--.... H. Doc. No. 220, 76th Cong., 1st sess. 1 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are two city wharves, neither of which is in usable condition. There are 19 private wharves in use or in usable condition having a total berthing space of about 3,100 feet. One has rail connections. None of the private wharves are open to general public use. The public wharves are inadequate for existing commerce. (For further details see Port and Terminal Facilities of Southern New England, 1941.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Duringthe fiscal year, expenditures of $33,965.15 were made for improvement dredging al- ready accomplished under the completed contract. There were no costs incurred. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- pleted in 1950. The controlling depths at mean low water were as follows: To Gregory (Dorlon) Point, 12 feet (1942) ; thence to Wash- ington Street Bridge, South Norwalk, 12 feet (1937); thence 11 feet to the head of navigation at Norwalk (1940) ; 6 feet on the west side of the 6-foot channel to East Norwalk for widths of 50 to 75 feet (1950) ; 3 feet on the east side of the 6-foot channel to East Norwalk for a width of 75 feet (1950); in the 10-foot anchorage, 10 to 12 feet (1937); and in the 6-foot anchorage, East Norwalk, 6 feet (1950); and 6 to 12 feet in the basin at Norwalk (1940). The costs and ex- penditures have been $368,612.89 for new work and $209,368.08 for maintenance, a total of $577,980.97. In addition there have been costs and expenditures of $34,500 from contributed funds. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $1,000, maintenance funds, can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for a condition survey, by hired labor, of the 12- and 10-foot channels from the outer harbor to the head of navigation, the 10-foot anchorage, and the 6-foot channel along the east side of the harbor to the head of the harbor at East Norwalk. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: $22,000.00 ----------------------- Appropriated----------------$110,000.00 1$551,206. 53 Cost--.------------------------ 113, 343.59 -$2,171.47 - 751.05 ---- -1531,129.70 ------........-----.... Expenditures-------.........-- 753. 58 44, 432. 55 32, 771.89 $33, 965. 15 1531, 129. 70 Maintenance: 200. 00 Appropriated..------.........------------................-------...... ............ 275, 488. 52 Cost--------------------------------- ------------ 200.0 ------------ 275, 488. 52 Expenditures--------------------------- ----------- ----- 200.00------------ 275,488.52 1 In addition $34,500 was expended from contributed funds for new work. 98 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 39. STAMFORD HARBOR, CONN. Location,.--On the north shore of Long Island Sound, 32 miles east of New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 221.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the acts of August 5, 1886, and July 13, 1892. For further details see page 1758 of annual report for 1915, and page 139 of annual report for 1948. Existing project.-This provides for two detached breakwaters; one 1,200 feet long on the easterly side, and one 2,900 feet long on the westerly side of the channel at the entrance to the harbor; an entrance channel 18 feet deep, 200 feet wide to the upper end of the 18-foot anchorage, about 0.55 mile, and thence 15 feet deep to the junction of the branches, about 0.5 mile; a channel in the west branch 15 feet deep, 125 feet wide, and about three-fourths mile long, and a basin of the same depth at the head of the branch of such widths as to exclude extensive rock excavation along the northeast side; a channel in the east branch 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide, with increased width at the turns, to a point 1,100 feet from the head of navigation, thence of the same depth and from 85 to 125 feet wide to the head of navigation, a total distance of about 1.5 miles; and anchorage basin 18 feet deep on the west side of the 18-foot entrance channel, 600 feet wide, and 1,000 to 1,900 feet long, and an.-anchorage basin 8 feet deep adjacent to the East Branch Channel, about 4.2 acres. The plane of reference is mean low water, the mean tidal range being about 7.2 feet. The extreme tidal range, due to the combined effects of wind and other causes, is 12 feet or more. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $839,300 exclusive of $169,635.85 contributed by local interests, and exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) ap- proved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $30,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 2,1919 The East Branch channel and the present project H. Doc. 1130, 63d Cong., 2d sess. width of the entrance channel. Aug. 30, 1935 The 8-foot anchorage area, the present project depth Rivers and Harbors Committee of the upper portion of the entrance channel, and Doc. 8, 74th Cong., 1st sess. the present project dimensions of the West Branch channel and basin. Aug. 26,1937 The breakwaters, the 18-foot anchorage basin, and Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 present project depth of the outer section of the Doc. 29, 75th Cong., 1st sess. entrance channel. July 24,1946 Substituted 8-foot anchorage basin adjacent to East H. Doc. 676, 79th Cong., 2d sess.' Branch channel for that in outer harbor. ' Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Theconditions of local cooperation imposed by the River and Harbor Acts of March 2, 1919, and August 26, 1937, have been fully complied with. The River and Harbor Act approved July 24, 1946, authorized the 8-foot anchorage basin adjacent to the East RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 99 Branch Channel subject to the conditionthat responsible local agencies furnish assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will provide fr~e of cost to the United States all necessary lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas for new work and subsequent maintenance when and as required; construct concurrently the neces- sary bulkheads, piers, landing platforms, and service facilities which shall be open to all on equal terms; and hold and save the United States free from damages resulting from the improvement. Local interests were informed under dates of September 22, 1948, April 5, 1949, May 13, 1949, and December 14, 1949, of the above-mentioned requirements of local cooperation. No statement has been received as to when and if these requirements will be met. Terminal facilities.-There are 1 city wharf and 21 privately owned wharves and piers in use and in usable condition adjacent to the chan- nels in the East and West Branches. The total available berthage is about 4,500 feet. None of the wharves is open to general public use, except the city wharf. Two have direct rail connections. The facili- ties are considered adequate for existing commerce; but additional pleasure-craft facilities are needed. (For further details see Port and Terminal Facilities of Southern New England, 1941.) Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 94 percent completed. The East Branch Channel has been completed except for a slight deficiency in width opposite Ludlow Street. The West Branch Channel and entrance channel north of the 18-foot an- chorage have been dredged to 15 feet and all of the basin similarly deepened. The 18-foot entrance channel and 18-foot anchorage basin have been substantially completed. The controlling depths at mean low water are as follows: Entrance channel to north and 18-foot anchorage, 18 feet except for minor shoals, mostly near north end of anchorage basin (1944); 15-foot entrance channel to junction of branches and West Branch Channel and basin, 15 feet for minor shoals (June 1946) ; East Branch Channel, 12 feet (not full width) (1941); 8-foot East Branch Basin 0 to +6 (1949). To complete the project requires a slight widening (not essential to navigation) in the East Branch Channel opposite Ludlow Street and the dredging of the 8-foot basin adjacent to the East Branch Channel. Costs under the existing project have been $757,681.74 for new work and $168,661.78 for main- tenance, a total of $926,343.52. Expenditures have been $926,343.52. In addition, costs and expenditures have been $169,635.85 from con- tributed funds for new work. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $2,500, maintenance funds, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for a condition survey, by hired labor, to determine the amount of shoaling that has occurred in the areas. 100 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 to1948 prior New work: Appropriated------------------- $55,000.00-----------$53,619.01----- 1$892,824.59 Cost------------------------- 1,242. 94 $138.05 ----------------------- 1 892,824. 59 Expenditures---------......... ---------- 1, 261. 79 119. 20 -- 1 892, 824. 59 Maintenance: ------------------- Appropriated---------.........-------.......... ---------------------- 228, 081.77 Cost------- -----------------------------------------------------------............ 228, 081. 77 Expenditures......... --------------------------------------------------------- 228,081.77 1 In addition $169,635.85 has been expended from contributed funds for new work. Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project ...------------- $81, 600 40. MIANUS RIVER, CONN. Location.--This river has its source in southeastern New York. It flows in a southerly direction about 20 miles, crossing the south- western corner of Connecticut, and empties into Captain Harbor, an arm of Long Island Sound, about 3 miles west of Stamford Har- bor, Conn. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 222 and 1213.) Previous project.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of July 13, 1892, and June 3, 1896. Abandoned by River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1905. For further details see page 106, annual report for 1904. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 6 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet wide from Cos Cob Harbor to the head of navigation at Boston Post Road, a distance of about 1 mile. The lower end of the project is about 1 mile above the entrance to Cos Cob Harbor. The mean and spring tidal ranges are 7.2 and 8.5 feet, respectively. The cost was $113,500 for new work, exclusive of $46,500 contributed by local interests and exclusive of amounts ex- pended under the previous project and $2,500 annually for main- tenance, approved in 1950. The .existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945. The latest published map is in the project document (H. Doc. 549 78th Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.--Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are three town wharves with about 750 feet of berthing space, a coal wharf at the railroad power plant, a commercial wharf, several piers at small shipyards and one at the yacht club. Most of these are open to the public subject to the owners' convenience. Facilities are adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-Improvement dredging, by contract, of the 6-foot channel to head of navigation at the high- way bridge in Cos Cob in progress at the beginning of the fiscal year was completed on September 10, 1951. During the period 44,079 cubic yards of mud were removed at a cost of $33,987.66 for new work. The expenditures were $51,142.98 for new work. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 101 Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1951. The controlling depth at mean low water was 6 feet in the channel from Cos Cob Harbor to Mianus (1951). Costs and ex- penditures under the existing project have been $113,500, all for new work. In addition there have been costs and expenditures of $46,500 from contributed funds for new work. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-_--------------------------$113, 500. 00-------------- 1$132,435.19 Cost ------------------------- .----------- 2,480. 83 $77,031. 51 $33,987. 66 1 132, 435. 19 ............ Expenditures-----------------.......... ------------........... 2, 474. 39 59, 882. 63 51, 142. 98 1 132, 435. 19 Maintenance: ----------- ----------- Appropriated---...----.... -----------...... --------- ------------ 64. 81 Cost--------------------------- ---------------------------- ---------- 64. 81 Expenditures----...-- ------------------------------------ --- --------------------- 64.81 1 In addition, $46,500 has been expended from contributed funds for new work. 41. EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES (GENERAL) RIVER AND HARBOR The cost of work during the fiscal year amounted to $148,556.32 for examinations and surveys (including $7,000.41 for beach erosion studies) and $52,516.34 for contingencies, a total of $201,072.66 for maintenance. Expenditures were $201,232.92 for maintenance. Funds unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $47,- 164.39, including $20,505.40 contributed funds, plus accounts receiva- ble amounting to $1,592.03, plus an allotment for fiscal year 1953 of $71,200, of which $25,700 is for examinations and surveys and $45,500 for contingencies, and an allotment of $210,000 for New England- New York Inter-Agency Committee Survey, making a total of $329,956.42, will be applied as follows during the fiscal year 1953: Accounts payable------------------------------------------ $87. 75 Examinations and Surveys--------------------------------- 71, 585. 65 New England-New York Inter-Agency Committee Survey--------- 210,000.00 .....--------.....------------.....---------------- ------ 48, 283. 02 Contingencies-- Total------------ ------------------------------ 329, 956. 42 The additional sum of $88,413.15 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for the following schedule of work: Examinations and surveys---------- ---------------------- $45, 000 Contingencies ----- - ------------------------ -----. 47, 500 New England-New York Inter-Agency Committee Survey------------ 370, 000 Total-------------------------------------------------------- 462, 500 102 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. Si- ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary UNITED STATES FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated- ..... --119, 150.00 $124, 500.00 $158, 450. 00 1$269,500.00 $56, 500.00 $2, 667, 678.36 ....... Cost-------------- 123, 637. 00 158, 944. 58 134, 778.95 164, 733.27 1190, 660.85 2, 639, 515.09 Expenditures-...---...--... 67, 010.02 160, 490. 14 133, 331.08 164,323.39 1190,821.11 2,641,019.37 I Includes $100,000 for New England-New York Inter-Agency Committee Survey. CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-........ $19, 800.00 $30, 750.00 - ---- -_- $24, 450.00 $4, 900.00 $98, 900.00 Cost ---------------- 5, 420. 42 32, 967.02 $16,015.77 ------------ 10, 411.81 78, 394.60 Expenditures__ ---- 5, 420. 42 32, 967.02 16, 015. 77 10, 411.81 78, 394. 60 42. PLANT ALLOTMENT, NEW ENGLAND DIVISION Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated--------_ -$217,905.63 -$50, 000.00---------- -$57, 058. 76------------ $573, 626. 16 Cost. . Expenditures. -370,742.00 -36,511.03 $142, 830. 29 -15, 628.62 -$223,547.11 217, 486. 83 Total undistributed costs to 30 June 1952, $263,597.48. 43. INACTIVE NAVIGATION PROJECTS For last Costs and expenditures to full re- June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project port see amount annual required to report New work Mainte- complete for nance 1. St. Croix River, Maine .... 1950 1$180, 549. 81 $10, 450. 19 Completed. 2. Passamaquoddy tidal 3power project, Maine..... 1935 6, 384, 393. 74 (2). 3. Cobscook Bay, Maine 4__________________ 1866 4,173. 51 Completed. 4. Lubec Channel, Maine__________________ 1950 303, 365. 53 7, 067. 45 Do. 5. Machias River, Maine a_______________ 1877 32, 000. 00 Do. 6. Moosabec Bar, Maine 3_________________ 1930 114, 000. 00 12, 600. 00 Do. 7. Beals Harbor, Maine. - __ 1949 $122,000. 8. Pleasant River, Maine s 5 _____________.__ 1892 3, 500. 00 Completed. 9. Narraguagus River, Maine 3 ______________... .. 1907 71, 643. 81 Do. 10. Sullivan Falls Harbor, Maine 3 4________________ 1914 54, 870. 64 Do. 11. Bar Harbor, Maine-.- 1932 406, 591. 12 $67,000. ---------------- 12. Northeast Harbor, Maine-... . --------- 1949 $160,000. 13. Bass Harbor Bar, Maine 4 __.. _______ ___ 1920 4, 076.13 3, 418. 20 Completed. 14. Union River, Maine 6 _ _ _ ... . 1912 176, 854. 85 Do. 15. Deer Island Thoroughfare, Maine-. . . 1916 40, 000. 00 Do. 16. Isle au Haut Thoroughfare, Maine .------------ 1949 $60,000. 17. Bagaduce River, Maine 84 ___-_--. ------ 1912 28,000.00 16,-589.-41- $21,000. 18. Bucksport Harbor, Maine.____ 1907 18, 420. 99 279. 01 Completed. 19. Penobscott River, Maine__________________ 1951 501, 020. 53 94, 223. 57 Do. 20. Stockton Harbor, Maine 54 __ .. _............ 1915 33, 000. 00 Do. See footnotes at end of table. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 103 For last Costs and expenditures to full re- June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project port see amount annual required to report New work Mainte- complete for nance 21. Belfast Harbor, Maine __........................ 1897 $61, 561. 45 Completed. 22. Carvers Harbor, Maine 8 .-.-.._.._......__..... 1915 59, 199. 70 Do. 23. Criehaven Harbor, Maine_-.------------..- 6 1939 40, 775. 99 $7, 956. 28 Do. 24. Camden Harbor, Maine ___________________ 1945 102, 400. 00 31,075. 56 Do. 25. Rockport Harbor, Maine 4__________.__. ___ 1915 47, 000. 00 Do. 26. Rockland Harbor, Maine___ ___ 1950 915, 862. 73 78, 452. 93 Do. 27. Owls Head Harbor, Maine 4 6__.______ _ 1855 17, 897.16 ............ Do. 28. Tenants Harbor, Maine_ __. __ 1920 18, 750. 00 Do. 29. Georges River, Maine 6......................... 1935 25, 787. 91 39, 566. 38 Do. 30. Medomak River, Maine_.__ - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - --- - 1949 17, 000. 00 91,593.31 Do. 31. New Harbor, Main _ 1937 10, 500. 00 12, 566. 27 Do. 32. Damariscotta River, Maine 6______._..____ 1906 5, 000. 00 ......... _- Do. 33. South Bristol Harbor, Maine__-- 1914 3,500. 00 ........... Do. 34. East Boothbay Harbor, Maine ............. __ 1950 6, 500. 00 16, 447. 57 Do. 35. Boothbay Harbor, Maine 3 ______ __ 1947 18,000. 00 858. 07 Do. 36. Hendricks Harbor, Maine________..___......._ 1949 .. 080...9.. $13,000. 37. Richmond Harbor, Maine 3 5 -. .-- .-1883 20, 000. 00 ........... Completed. 38. Sasanoa River, Maine 3 4 1915 92, 487. 69 ........... Completed. 39. Cathance River, Maine 3 4_____________________ 1884 21,000. 00 .......... Do. 40. Harraseeket River, Maine 5____________________ 1896 30,963.62 Do. 41. Royal River, Maine 3 4 6_____ ------ 1884 21,919.03 8, 080. 97 Do. 42. Richmonds Island Harbor, Maine a.---------- 1882 119, 844. 22 ........... Do. 43. Scarboro River, Maine, between Prouts Neck 1950 -- - - -- - - - $175,000.7 and Pine Point. 44. Saco River, Maine ....--------...------------.... 1947 8 531,715. 89 132, 019. 45 $27,000. 45. Wood Island Harbor, Maine, and the Pool at 1950 $93.000.' Biddeford. 46. Cape Porpoise Harbor, Maine_--- _ ------ 1951 8 175, 036.55 Completed. 47. .. Kennebunk River, Maine ______..___...-__-- 1951 83, 584. 01 135, 281.77 Completed. 48. Wells Harbor, Maine 3 6 -- ----------------- 1874 5, 000. 00 Do. 49. York Harbor, Maine -- ___________________ 1951 57, 400. 00 20, 301. 06 Do. 50. Portsmouth Harbor, N. H.__ __ 1892 130,392.61 ............ Do. 51. Pepperells Cove, Maine 3-_____-- ---------- 1920 158, 262. 28 137. 72 Do. 52. Cocheco River, N. H.3 6____- ____________ 1913 289, 149. 93 9, 642. 54 Do. 53. Bellamy River, N. H.3 4______________________ 1897 34, 642. 98 ............ Do. 54. Lamprey River, N. H.3 ___________________ 1913 19, 980. 58 8,267.53 Do. 55. Exeter River, N. H. a__________________--_-_-__ 1913 62, 454. 42 ............ Do. 56. Little Harbor, N. H. 10_________________________ 47 . . . . . . . . . . . 1909 133, 227. 33 3, 121. 74 Do. 57. Newburyport Harbor, Mass. 6 - - -- - - - --- -- -- - 1947 463, 843. 62 291, 704. 24 $166,000. 58. Merrimack River, Mass. ________ __ 1940 369, 891. 49 147,860.42 Do. 59. Ipswich River, Mass________---- ---------- 1950 5, 617. 91 2,151.40 Do. 60. Essex River, Mass_________----------- 3 1948 21,759.21 1160,049. 84 61. Sandy Bay, Cape Ann, Mass. 12__ 1922 1, 925, 552. 30 15, 925. 70 $9,000. 62. Rockport Harbor, Mass.e___ 1905 91, 229. 25 ........... Completed. 63. Manchester Harbor, Mass_____________ ________ 1949 23, 985. 57 $380,000.'3 64. Beverly Harbor, Mass__________-____---- 1951 14 246, 047. 76 1, 718. 33 Completed. 65. Marblehead Harbor, Mass__.___________- 1945 584. 00 $190,000.15 66. Lynn Harbor, Mass...___________ __--___----- 1951 755, 042. 91 102, 501.29 $575,000 67. Winthrop Beach, Mass., 3Beach Erosion Control.. 1950 ......... $227,000.1 68. Winthrop Harbor, Mass. 4' 1895 8, 992. 59 Completed. 69. Malden River, Mass.17 ...................-..... 1922 18s104, 853. 08 45,096.92 Do. 70. Dorchester Bay and Neponset River, Mass.o__ 1945 94,584.55 33,591.89 $620,000. 71. Weymouth Back River, Mass.@.. 6 -_-)- -__ 1944 so 69, 219. 35 6, 521.32 Completed. 72. Hingham Harbor, Mass_______ ......... _.__._.. 1949 28,316. 58 51, 309. 64 Do. 73. Cohasset Harbor, Mass ........... _.._________ 1949 10, 000. 00 $150,000.21 74. Scituate Harbor, Mass... _ _ ... _ 1941 274, 886. 96 38,930. 98 Completed. 75. Duxbury Harbor, Mass .. ___ 1949 37, 000. 00 ........... $175, 000.2 76. Kingston Harbor, Mass. (North Plymouth Har- 1895 8, 940. 09 ............ Completed. bor) .5 77. W ellfleet H arbor, M ass .... ......-- . ........--- 1949 11, 350. 37 $158,000.23 78. Provincetown Harbor, Mass------ ------ 1949 347, 453. 72 42,128. 73 $929,000.24 79. Hyannis Harbor, Mass..._ _ ... 1951 197,382.58 56, 265. 82 $212, 500. 80. Falmouth Harbor, Mass ......- 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1948 ........... $45,000.35 81. Edgartown Harbor, Mass. _______ 26 1943 27 45, 614. 42 ............ Completed. 82. Vineyard Haven Harbor, Mass. _ . _ 1943 82, 573. 47 ............ Do. 83. Menemsha Creek, Marthas3 Vineyard, Mass--....- 1951 28 56,925.77 ............ Do. 84. Canapitsit Channel, Mass. ____ 1899 9,112. 54 ............ Do. 85. Little Harbor, Woods Hole, Mass.3 26 .......... 1906 18, 000. 00 Do. 86. Woods Hole Channel, Mass___.. - . 1940 338, 599. 92 11, 660. 57 Do. 87. Wareham Harbor, Mass.___.. ........ ...... 1896 95,997.30 ............ $43,000. 88. Mattapoisett Harbor, 3Mass.*...............__.__ 1950 ............ $42,000.2' 89. Westport River, Mass. 19. 1942 3,000.00 $67,500.3" 90. Sakonnet Harbor, R. 1.3 36 1940 62, 202. 50 10, 295. 97 Completed. 91 Sakonnet River, R. 1.26 a1lt___ _ ___. 1909 38, 426. 95 ............ Do. 92. Taunton River, Mass_ --.-.--- 1948 442, 894. 58 32,916.79 $712,000.3 93. Harbor at Coasters Harbor Island, R. I.3a26 . 1911 5, 500. 00 13, 052. 49 Completed. 94 . N e wp or t H arb o r , R . I ___. _.. . . . . . 1951 733, 523. 91 37, 499.96 Do. See footnotes at end of table. 104 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 For last Costs and expenditures to full re- June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project port see amount to required annual report New work Mainte- .complete for nance 95. 6-1890 Warren River, R. I........................... Completed. $5,000.00 .......---..-------..... 96. Greenwich Bay, R. I. 26------------------- 1893 2, 000.00 ...------------ Do. 97. Potowomut River R. sa .................... 1882 5, 000.00 .....------...... Do. 98. Wickford Harbor, Rhode Island............... 1950 * 134, 033. 24 ...----------- Do. 99. Stonington Harbor, Conn --..................... 1950 337, 453. 83 $45, 007.85 $51,000.84 100. Hay (West) Harbor, N. Y.26 ...-- -.. 1931 8,401.15 .........--------.. Completed. 101. Connecticut River above Hartford, Conn.8@.... 1932 116, 324. 81 14, 373. 54 $11,500.88 102. Duck Island Harbor, Conn---- ---- ................... 1950 482,165. 81 351, 653. 26 Completed. 103. Guilford Harbor, Conn----....---- ..-------1949 ......-- .......... ----........-------- $80,000. 104. Branford Harbor, Conn-__- _---------------- 1946 9, 537. 45 119, 345. 96 Completed. 105. Breakwaters at New Haven, Conn ...----------- 1950 1,242. 246. 09 40, 253.91 Do. 106. Milford Harbor, Conn- . .------------------- 1951 48 88, 716. 92 101,810. 33 $44,000. 107. Southport Harbor, Conn---- ........... - .. 1949 4o96, 926. 72 41, 601. 34 Completed. 108. Jennings Beach, Conn__-------------------- 1950 ........................ $16,000.s Burial Hill Beach, 110. Southport 11109. Beach, Conn...................... Conn------------------ 1950 ...---------------- ........ $12,000. $6,600.41 ...------------ 112. Sherwood Island State Park, Co ............ 1950 ---------------------... $125,000. 113. Compo Beach, Westport, Conn ..........-------------- 1950------------------------$40,000. 114. Westport Harbor and Saugatuck River, Conn_ 1948 32,104. 55 16, 621.16 $13,000. 115. Harbor at Wilson Point, Conn~ - - 1895 ______---- Completed. 54,176.90 ..... 116. Fivemile River Harbor, Conn.6 26 4............ 1938 35, 490. 44 31, 311. 43 $13,000. 117. Westcott Cove, Conn .....--------------------- 1948 ----------------...---------- $37,000.45 118. Greenwick Harbor, Conn--....----------------.......... 1951 46 198, 758. 57 75, 669. 90 Completed. 1 Exclusive of $19,891.65 expended from contributed funds. 2 Work discontinued 1937. Facilities transferred to the War Assets Administration. 34 No commerce reported. Abandonment recommended in H. Doc. 467, 69th Cong., 1st sess. $ Reported by the District engineer as unworthy of further improvement. * Improvements adequate for commerce. TExclusive of $10,000 to be contributed by local interests. * Exclusive of $20,000 expended from contributed funds. * Exclusive of $12,000 to be contributed by local interests. 10Elimination of maintenance dredging recommended in H. Doec. 467, 69th Cong., 1st sess. 11Excludes $5,000 expended of contributed funds. 12Abandonment recommended in H. Doc. 411, 64th Cong., 1st sess., and in Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee Doc. 3, 65th Cong., 1st sess. 13Exclusive of $100,000 to be contributed by local interests. 14Excludes $100,000 expended from contributed funds. 15Exclusive of $60,000 to be contributed by local interests. 18Costs to local interests $454,000, exclusive of Federal participation. 17 Under State maintenance. 18Exclusive of $62,000 expended from contributed funds. 219Awaiting local cooperation. o Exclusive of $20,000 expended from contributed funds. 21Exclusive of $30,000 to be contributed by local interests. a Exclusive of $35,000 to be contributed by local interests. 3' Exclusive of $32,000 to be contributed by local interests. 24Exclusive of $760,000 to be contributed by local interests. 25Exclusive of $35,000 to be contributed by local interests. 6 Maintenance unnecessary or not urgent. 27In addition $10,000 was expended from contributed funds. s8Excludes $12,500 expended from contributed funds. 29 Exclusive of $33,000 to be contributed by local interests. 3oExclusive of $67,500 to be contributed by local interests. 1 Commerce included under Tiverton Harbor, R. I. asExclusive of $52,000 to be contributed by local interests. '3 Exclusive of $25,000 contributed by local interests. MExclusive of $5,500 to be contributed by local interests. 3' Awaiting local cooperation. Under date of January 14,1939, the Chief of Engineers recommended modi- fication of the existing project to provide for construction of a lock, dam, and power plant at Enfleld Rapids. (H. Doc. 165, 76th Cong., 1st sess.) 6 Estimated cost of project $11,500,000, expenditures limited by law to $1,000,000. 37 Exclusive of $25,500 to be contributed by local interests. 38 Costs to local interests $32,000, exclusive of Federal participation. 3a Costs to local interests $32,000, exclusive of Federal participation. 40Costs to local interests $24,000, exclusive of Federal participation. 41Costs to local interests $13,200, exclusive of Federal participation. 42Costs to local interests $250,000, exclusive of Federal participation. a Costs to local interests $80,000, exclusive of Federal participation. 4 Curtailment recommended Dec. 15, 1914, in H. Doc. 1419, 63d Cong., 3d sess. a Exclusive of $21,000 to be contributed by local interests. " Excludes $100,000 expended from contributed funds. '7 Exclusive of $34,000 to be contributed by local interests. 4 In addition $11,379.58 was expended from contributed funds. o Includes $37,713.39 Emergency Relief Funds and excluding $18,285 contributed funds of which $1,785 was for work outside the limits of the approved project. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 105 44. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions Date trais- Document Recommen- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. dation Congress Acushnet River and New Bed- ford and Fairhaven Harbors, River and Harbor Act Mar. 2, 1945. I..-..... ..... Mass., particularly to pro- vide greater depth in the eastern portion of the anchor- age basin and for the improve- ment of navigation, flood con- trol and related purporses. Annisquam River, Mass---..... House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Apr. 22, 1947. -,- -, --------------- Annisquam River, Inland Waterway to Plum Island River and Harbor Act Mar. 2, 1945. -r----------- --------- Sound, Essex County, Mass., and continuous waterway be- tween Portland, Maine, and Boston, Mass. Apponaug Cove, R. I-------.......... House Public Works Com- ......--....... mittee resolution, Aug. 16, 1950. Bar Harbor, Maine---------............ Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee resolution, May 10, 1945. Bass Harbor, Maine--------............ River and Harbor Act May 17, 1950. Bentleys Creek with a view to House Public Works Com- providing a suitable naviga- mittee resolution, June tion channel, New London 17, 1948. Harbor, Conn. Block Island, R. I., harbor of Senate Public Works Com- Apr. 26,1952 -------------- Unfavorable. refuge. mittee resolution, Mar. 4, 1947. Block Island, R. I., Great Salt Senate Public Works Com- Apr. 25, 1952 -------------- Unfavorable. Pond. mittee resolution, Mar. 4, 1947. Blue Hill Harbor, Maine....... River and Harbor Act Mar. Apr. 30, 1952 -------------- Unfavorable. 2, 1945. Boothbay Harbor, Maine, par- River and Harbor Act Mar. ..... .. -- -- -------"------ ticularly the Mill Cove area.. - 2, 1945. Boston Harbor (Chelsea Riv- Rivers and Harbors Com- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - er), Mass., to provide greater mittee resolution, Feb. 1, ..............- depth and bridge clearances. 1946. Boston Harbor (Mystic South House Public Works Com- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Channel), Mass. mittee resolution, Mar. ..............- 15, 1949. Boston Harbor (Reserved Chan- House Public Works Com- -------------- nel), Mass. mittee resolution, June ..............- 27, 1950 Boston, Mass., to Portland, River and Harbor Act ... ..........--------------- Maine, for a continuous water- Mar. 2, 1945. way, inland where possible and a waterway from Plum Island Sound to Annisquam River. Boston to Long Island Sound, Senate Public Works Com- Intracoastal Waterway, ref- mittee resolution Apr. 13, erence section through Rhode 1950. Island. Branford Harbor, Conn........ Commerce Committee res- olution, Oct. 10, 1945. Branford, Harbor at Pine Or- River and Harbor Act, chard, Conn. July 24, 1946. Bridgeport Harbor, Conn...... Senate Public Works reso- lution, Apr. 20, 1948. House Public Works Com- Do........................------------------ mittee resolution, Mar. 15, 1949. 106 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for -navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recommen- Locality Authorization act mitted to Document Recommen Congress Bullock Cove, R. I............. River and Harbor Act, --- --- --- -- July 24, 1946. Cape, Cod Canal, Mass., with House Public Works Com- ---------------. view to deepening to 40 feet. mittee resolution Feb. 17, 1949. Do.............----.. ... Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution Mar. 12, 1949. Cape Cod Canal, Mass., East Senate Public Works Com- Boat Basin. mittee resolution Mar. 12, 1949. House Public Works Com- Do ........................------------------ mittee resolution July 6, 1949. Carvers Harbor, Vinalbaven, Senate Public Works Com- Maine. mittee resolution Jan. 18, 1949. Chelsea River (Boston Har- Rivers and Harbors Com- bor), M ss., to provide greater mittee resolution Feb. 1, depth and bridge clearance. 1946. Connecticut Beach erosion Public Law 520, 71st Con- control study. gress (River and Harbor act July 3, 1930) section 2 as amended and supple- mented. Area 3, New Haven Har- .. 1947. bor to Housatonic River. Area 4, Connecticut River ............................. June 12, 1952 HD 514/82/2. Unfavorable. to Hammonasset River. Area 5, Pawcatuck River ............... .............. to Thanies River. Area 6, Niantic River to .............. ... . ... --- Connecticut River. Area 7, Housatonic River .-- . ........................ to Ash Creek. Area 8, Saugatuck River to Byram River. ... . . . ---- Area 9, East River to New Haven Harbor. Area 10, Thames River ............................. to Nihntic River. .. - -- - -- - Area 11, Saugatuck River to Byram River. . . - -- - -- - Final Composite Report Connecticut Shore. Connecticut River, Conn---..... Connecticut River, below Hart- ford, Conn., in vicinity of Saybrook-Lyme Bridge. Connecticut River between Hartford, Conn., and Spring- River and Act, Harbor field and Holyoke, Mass. July 24, 1946. Corea Harbor, Maine ......... Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution, NovFeb. 2,1952. 1949. Cotuit Harbor and West Bay, HouRivers and Harbors Com- Mass. mittee resolution Jan. a3, 27,1947. Cranberry Island Harbor, Apr. 30,1952 .............. Unfavorable. Maine. Housenate Public Works Com- mittee resolution Julyne 11, Criehaven Harbor, Maine, ex- 194952. tension of breakwater. House Public Works Com-mittee mitteeresolution, 25, 1951. JanApril Cuttyhunk Harbor, Mass_...... 28, 1947. Senate Public Works Com- Damariscotta River, Maine.... mittee resolution, NovDec.6, 8,19048. Do.-----------------................. --------------- Dutch Island Harbor, R. I_..... --------------- Eastport Harbor, Maine--........ --------------- RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 107 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recommen- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. Retion Congress East Greenwich (Greenwich) House Public Works Com- Harbor Bay and Cove, R. I. mittee resolution Aug. (limited to p. e. scope). 16, 1950. Fairhaven and New Bedford River and Harbor Act, Harbors and the Achusnet Mar. 2, 1945. River, Mass., to provide greater depth in eastern por- tion of anchorage, flood con- trol and related purposes. Fairhaven--New Bedford Har- House Public Works Com- bor, Mass. mittee resolution, Sept. 27, 1951. Fall River Harbor, Mass--....... House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, July 6, 1949. Great Salt Pond, Block Island, Senate Public Works Com- Apr. 25,1952 Unfavorable, R. I. mittee resolution, Mar. 4, 1947. Greenwich Cove, Conn....... River and Harbor Act, July 24, 1946. Greenwich Bay & Cove, R. I. House Public Works Com- (E. Greenwich) (Limited to mittee Resolution, Aug. p. e. scope). 16, 1950. Gurnet Point to Pemberton Public Law 520, 71st Con- Point, Mass., beach erosion gress (River and Harbor control study. Act, July 3, 1930) section 2 as amended and supple- mented. Hampton Beach, N. H., beach --...do _------------------ ---....... ---------- erosion contrpl study. Hampton River and Harbor, House Public Works Com- ......... .. N. H. mittee resolution, June 2, ... . . . . . . 1949. Harbor at Pine Orchard, Bran- River and Harbor Act, -------------- ford, Conn. July 24, 1946. Harbor of Refuge, Block Senate Public Works Com- Apr. 26,1952 -------------- Unfavorable. Island, R. I. mittee resolution, March 4, 1947. Harbor of Refuge, Point Judith Senate Public Works Com- ---- - - - - - -------------- and Point Judith Pond, R. I. mittee resolution, July 1, 1949. Hartford, Conn. (below) Con- Senate Public Works Com- .- - - - - - - ----------- necticut River, vicinity of mittee resolution, Feb. Saybrook-Lyme Bridge. 25, 1949. Hartford, Conn. to Springfield Rivers and Harbors Com- -- - - - - - - -------------- and Holyoke, Mass., Con- mittee resolution, Jan. necticut River. 3, 1947. Holyoke and Springfield, Mass. Rivers and Harbors Com- .- - - - - - - ------------ to Hartford, Conn., Connect- mittee resolution, Jan. icut River. 3, 1947. Indian Ledge, Matinicus, House Public Works Com- ---- ------ Maine. mittee resolution, Apr. -- - - - - - - 13, 1948. Inland waterway, Plum Island River and Harbor Act, . . - -- - -- - -------------- Sound to Annisquam River, Mar. 2, 1945. Mass., and continuous water way between Portland, Maine, and Boston, Mass. Intracoastal Waterway from Senate Public Works Com- Boston to Long Island mittee resolution Apr. Sound, with reference to sec- 13, 1950. tion through R. I. Little Harbor, N. H_.....--__ House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, June .------------- 2, 1949. Long Island Sqund to Boston, House Public Works Com- Intracoastal Waterway, with mittee resolution, Apr. reference to section through 13, 1950. R. I. Marblehead Harbor, Mass...... House Public Works Com- mittee Resolution, June 2, 1949. 108 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recommen Locality Authorization act mitted to No. e tion Congress Matinicus, Maine, Indian Ledge. House Public Works Com- --------------- mittee resolution, Apr. 13, 1948. Merrimack River, Mass., and River and Harbor Act, --------------- N. H., with view to improve- June 20, 1938. ment for navigation, flood control and water power. Merrimack River, Mass., and House Public Works Com- N. H., vicinity of Salisbury, mittee resolution, Sept. Mass. (see Newburyport 29, 1949. Harbor for second authoriza- tion of same thing). Mill Cove Area, Boothbay River and Harbor Act, Harbor, Maine. Mar. 2, 1945. Mystic South Channel, Boston House Public Works Com- * Harbor, Mass. - mittee resolution, Mar. 15, 1949. Nantucket Harbor, Mass....... House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, June 2, 1949. Narragansett Bay at mouth of Senate Public Works Com- Oct. 18,1951 Unfavorable. Narrow River, R. I. mittee resolution, June 10, 1947. Narragansett Pier, R. I -.......... do.............-........ Nov. 21, 1951 Do. Narrow River at mouth of ..... do-------........----- Oct. 18,1951 Do. Narragansett Bay, R. I. New Bedford and Fairhaven River and Harbor Act, -- - - - - - - Harbors and the Acushnet Mar. 2, 1945. River, Mass., to provide greater depth in the eastern portion of the anchorage basin and for the improve- ment of navigation, flood control and related purposes. New Bedford-Fairhaven Har- House Public Works Com- ------------- -------------- bor, Mass. mittee resolution, Sept. 27, 1951. Newburyport Harbor, Mass., Senate Public Works Com- with particular reference to mittee resolution, Aug. Salisbury, Mass. New Haven Harbor, Conn .... 11, 1949. House Public Works Com- --------------- -------------- mittee resolution, Dec. 14, 1950. New London Harbor, Conn., House Public Works Com- with a view to providing a mittee resolution, June -------------- channel into Bentleys Creek. 17, 1948. Newport Harbor, R. I-......... River and Harbor Act, July 24, 1946. -------------- Ogunquit-Perkins Cove, Maine. House Public Works Com- -------------- mittee resolution, Feb. 17, 1949. Patchogue River, Conn........ River and Harbor Act, July 24, 1946. -------------- ' -------------- Pawtuxet Cove, R. I........... House Public Works Com- -------------- mittee resolution, Apr. 5, 1949. Pemberton Point to Gurnet Public Law 520, 71st Con- Point, Mass., beach erosion gress (River and Harbor --------------- control study. Act July 3, 1930) section 2 ------------ '~ as amended and supple- mented. Perkins Cove, Ogunquit, Maine House Public Works Com- ---- -- -- - --- mittee resolution Feb. 17, 1949. Pine Orchard, Harborat, Bran- River and Harbor Act, ford, Conn. July 24, 1946. Piscataqua River, Maine and House Public Works Com- New Hampshire and Ports- mittee Resolution Feb. mouth Harbor, N. H. 17, 1949. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 109 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date Date trans- trans- Document Recommen- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. dation Congress Plum Island, Mass., beach ero- Public Law 520, 71st Con- sion control study. gress (River and Harbor Act July 3, 1930) sec- tion 2 as amended and supplemented. Plum Island Sound to the An- River and Harbor Act nisquam River, Essex Mar. 2, 1945. County, Mass., inland water- way. and continuous water- way between Portland, Maine, and Boston, Mass. Plymouth Harbor, Mass------- Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Apr. 20, 1948. Portland, Maine, to Boston, Mass., for a continuous water- River and Harbor Act, Mar. 2, 1945. --- ------- ----- way, inland where possible, and a waterway from Plum Is- land Sound to Annisquam River, Essex County, Mass. Portsmouth Harbor, N. H., House Public Works Com- ..............- and Piscataqua River, Maine mittee resolution Feb. 17, and New Hampshire. 1949. Providence River and Harbor, Senate Public Works Com- . .- - - - - - - R. I. mittee resolution, Jan. 6, 6, 1950. Reserved Channel, Boston House Public Works Com- . . - -- - -- - Harbor, Mass. mittee resolution June .............. 27, 1950. Rockland Harbor, Maine------- House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Apr. 25, 1951. Round Pond Harbor, Maine_.... River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. Rye Harbor, N. H____.___ _ House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Feb. 20, 1951. Sakomnet Harbor, R. I......... House Public Works Com- Apr. 14, 1952 ......------- Favorable. mittee resolution, Apr. 13, 1948. Salem Harbor, Mass_.......... House Public Works Com- ............... ........------ mittee resolution June 17, 1948. Salisbury, Mass., particular Senate Public Works Com- ............... .......--.....- reference to Newburyport mittee resolution, Aug. Harbor. 11, 1949. Salisbury, Mass., vicinity of House Public Works Com- Merrimack River, Mass. and mittee resolution, Sept. ............... New Hampshire. 29, 1949. Saugus River, Mass..........-- Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Aug. ............... 16, 1949. Scituate Harbor, Mass .......... Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee resolution, July ............... 20, 1946. Seekonk River, R. I........... Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Jan. 6, . . - -- - -- - 1950. Sesuit Harbor, Mass- ........ River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. .. - -- - -- - South Bristol Harbor, Maine -- Senate Public Works Com- . . - -- - -- - mittee resolution, May 18, 1950. 245554-53-vol. 2 -8 110 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigationsfor navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recommen- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. dation Congress South Harpswell, Maine __-.... Senate Public Works Comrn- .. mittee resolution, Jan. 18, 1949. Springfield and Holyoke, Mass. Rivers and Harbors Com- . to Hartford, Conn., Con- mittee resolution, Jan. 3, necticut River. 1947. Stonington Harbor, Maine -..... - House Public Works Com- . mittee resolution, July 13, 1949. Town River, Mass----------- Rivers and Harbors Com- . mittee resolution, Dec. 2, 1946. Vinalhaven, Carvers Harbor, Senate Public Works Comrn- ........................... Maine. mittee resolution, Jan. 18, 1949. West Bay and Cotuit Harbor, House Public Works Com- Mass. mittee resolution, Jan. 28, 1947. Weymouth Fore River, Mass___ House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Apr. 22, 1947. Winter Harbor, Maine-------........- Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Mar. 17, 1952. York Harbor, Maine---------........ House Public Works Com- ............................. mittee resolution, June 2, 1949. 45. MERRIMACK RIVER BASIN, N. H. AND MASS. The works covered by the comprehensive plan are located on the Merrimack River and its tributaries in New Hampshire and Massa- chusetts. The Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936, authorized the construction of a system of flood-control reservoirs in the Merri- mack River Basin for the reduction of flood heights in the Merrimack Valley. The Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, approved the general comprehensive plan for flood control and other purposes as approved by the Chief of Engineers pursuant to preliminary ex- aminations and surveys authorized by the Act of June 22, 1936, and modified the project to provide, in addition to the construction of a system of flood-control reservoirs, related flood-control works which may be found justified by the Chief of Engineers. The following reservoirs and related flood-control works were proposed for construction under the comprehensive plan: Reservoirs Distance Estimated cost above Reservoir Name Nearest city mouth of Height Type capacity Merrimack capacity Construe- Land and Total River tion damages 1 Miles Feet Acre-feet 0 Franklin Falls s.......-------........... . Franklin, N. H----------------------- 118. 2 140 Earth fill-------------.............. 170, 000 $6, 167, 600 $1, 765, 600 $7, 933, 200 Mountain Brook ....................--------------------- Jaffrey, N. H ------------------------ 167.8 50 - do.............----------------- 5, 300 0 695, 000 79, 000 774, 000 Edward MacDowell ----..................-- Peterborough, N. H------------------- 161.3 67 _-_do............----- .. 12, 800 1, 738, 000 331,000 2, 069, 000 0 Bennington ......... ------------------------ Bennington, N. H-------------------- 147.0 64 .... do---------------- 90, 000 7, 008, 000 4, 298, 000 11, 306, 000 0td O Beards Brook ........----------------------- Hillsboro, N. H.....---------..------------...... 136. 4 115 ....-do................. 35, 000 6, 229, 000 372, 000 6, 601,000 Blackwater 2--------............................ Webster, N. H----------------------- 118.8 75 ....-do................ 46, 000 806, 000 518, 000 1, 324, 000 O 1 Includes highway, railroad, and utility relocations. s For details, see individual report. Local protection projects Distance Estimated cost above Location mouth of Type of structure Merrimack Construction Land and Total River damages 1 Miles Nashua, N. H.'-----------------------------------------55 ----------------------------------- Wall and levee........................................ $270,000 $3, 000 $273, 000 North Andover and Lawrence, Mass--..---------------------- 27. 3 -.... ...-- 1,465, 000 do........................-------.....--..........----- 43, 000 1, 508, 000 Lowell, Mass.----------................---------......----------------------...................... 39 ..... do............................................. 490,600 90, 000 580, 600 1To be borne by local interests. t- 2 For details, see individual report. a Completed. For last full report, see annual report for 1945. 112 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 All operations pertaining to flood control in the Merrimack River Basin are now carried on under and are reported under the projects for the individual units of the comprehensive plan referred to above and in the report on preliminary examinations and surveys for flood control. No further expenditures are contemplated under the general project for flood control in the Merrimack River Basin. For final cost and financial summary see annual report for 1946. 46. FRANKLIN FALLS RESERVOIR, MERRIMACK RIVER BASIN, N. H. Location.-The dam is located on the Pemigewasset River, the main tributary of the Merrimack River, about 21/2 miles above Franklin, N. H., and 92 miles north of Boston, Mass. Existing project.-The dam is of rolled earthfill with dumped rock shell and toe, 1,740 feet long, with a maximum height of 140 feet. The spillway consists of a channel in an earth and rock cut in the right abutment with a gravity-type concrete ogee section 550 feet long. Twin gate-controlled outlet conduits are located in the right abutment. The reservoir has a capacity of 154,000 acre feet at spill- way crest and controls a drainage area of 1,000 square miles. Safe channel capacity can be maintained, utilizing surcharge storage, up to an effective storage capacity of 170,000 acre feet. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $6,167,600 for construction and $1,765,600 for lands and damages including highway relocation, a total of $7,933,200 for new work. The latest approved (1952) estimate for annual cost of operation and maintenance is $27,000. The project is a unit of the comprehensive plan for flood control and other purposes in the Merri- mack River Basin which was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936, and modified by the Flood Control Act ap- proved June 28, 1938. Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: None. Maintenance: Work consisted of periodic checking of gates and operating equipment, and general maintenance of roads, buildings and grounds. Costs from regular funds for maintenance were $22,798.22. Reservoir operation.-Therewere two periods of regulation during the year. In April an inflow of 19,500 c. f. s. was restricted to an out- flow of 15,500 c. f. s. The maximum storage utilized was 16,000 acre- feet equal to 0.3 inch of run-off or 10 percent of the total available capacity. There was no gate operation required at this time. The reservoir was regulated following the storm of June 1, 1952. The computed peak inflow was 29,000 c. f. s. and the regulated flow through the reservoir was 18,500 c. f. s. The storage utilized was 25,000 acre-feet, equal to 0.5 inch of run-off or 16 percent of the total available capacity. Total costs during the fiscal year from regular funds were $22,699.60. Expenditures were $22,968.15. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the dam and ap- purtenant works was initiated in November 1939 and completed in October 1943. Work remaining to be done consists of disposition of FLOOD CONTROL---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 113 condemnation cases in connection with land acquisition. Total costs for the project have been $8,088,947.96, of which $7,914,506.39 was for new work and $174,441.57 for maintenance. Expenditures have been $8,087,569.02. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $21,129.62, plus an allotment of $27,700 for maintenance for fiscal year 1953, a total of $48,829.62, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952_-_--_ ----------.- $1, 618. 54 New work: Land acquisition-------------------------------- 18, 742. 25 Maintenance: Operation, maintenance and repairs---------------28, 468. 83 Total for all work__-- __--------------- ----- 48, 829. 62 The additional sum of $24,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for operation and maintenance. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---------.... -------- $90,800.00 $60,000.00 -$30,000.00 .------------$7,933, 248. 64 Cost-- 12, 506. 45 $------------ 15, 395. 94 90, 897. 11 3, 755. 57 -$98. 62 7, 914, 506. 39 Expenditures--------......... 23, 668. 12 15, 108. 08 91, 156. 31 3, 745. 02 -7. 40 7, 914, 506. 39 Maintenance: ........ Aoropriated------- 18, 500. 00 25, 000.00 27, 000. 00 12, 000. 00 23, 950. 00 175, 450. 00 Cost--------------- 21, 072. 54 24, 660. 43 22, 053. 72 20, 278.77 22, 798.22 174, 441.57 Expenditures---......... 20, 974. 01 24, 154. 19 22, 113. 70 20, 288. 74 22, 975. 55 173, 062. 63 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952- -- _-------------. $148.25 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953.__--------- 148. 25 47. EDWARD MacDOWELL RESERVOIR (FORMERLY WEST PETERBOROUGH RESERVOIR) MERRIMACK RIVER BASIN, N. H. Location. The dam is located one-half mile upstream from the village of West Peterborough, N. H., and 1,000 feet upstream from the existing Verney Mills Dam on Nubanusit Brook, a tributary of the Contoocook River; approximately 35 miles southwest of Concord, N. H., and 60 miles northwest of Boston, Mass. The reservoir lies within Hillsboro and Cheshire Counties, N. H. Existing project.-The dam is of the rolled-earth embankment type, with a rock blanket on the upstream slope and the downstream drain- age toe, 1,030 feet long at the top, with a maximum height of 67 feet and a top width of 25 feet. The outlet works located in the west abut- ment of the dam consist of an intake structure, a conduit controlled by three mechanically operated gates and a stilling basin which dis- charges into the pool created by the Verney Mills Dam. The spillway is a concrete, gravity weir section 100 feet in length, with an approach channel 1,900 feet long; a discharge channel 3,080 feet long and a pro- tective dike approximately 2,540 feet in length to guide the spillway discharge. The spillway is located in a natural saddle at the north side of the reservoir approximately 3 miles from the dam site, and will 114 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 discharge into Ferguson Brook, which, in turn, discharges into the proposed Bennington Reservoir. The reservoir will provide a storage capacity of approximately 12,800 acre-feet, and control a drainage area of 44 square miles. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $1,738,000 for construction and $331,000 for lands and damages, a total of $2,069,000 for new work. The latest approved (1952) estimate for annual cost of operation and maintenance is $19,800. The project is a unit of the comprehensive plan for flood control and other pur- poses in the Merrimack River Basin which was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936, and modified by the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938. The name "Edward MacDowell Dam" was adopted by Section 206 of the Flood Control Act approved May 17, 1950. Local cooperation. Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operation and results during fiscal year.-New work : Operations consisted of installation of underground electric and telephone serv- ice at utility building and consummation of agreement for relocation of telephone lines. Costs from regular funds for new work were $6,589.01. Maintenance: Work consisted of periodic checking of gates and operating equipment and general maintenance of roads, buildings and grounds. Costs from regular funds for maintenance were $16,126.90. Reservoir operation: There were three periods of regulation during the fiscal year. Flows and the results of regulation are shown in the following tabulation: Maximum Regulated outflow computed (cubic feet per second) Storage utilized Date, 1951-52, month inflow (cubic feet Percent per second) Maximum Minimum Acre-feet Inches total November -------------------- 600 540 0 1,800 0. 8 14 January 70 450 5---------------------- 150 1,500 .6 12 April..------------------------- 950 500 0 4, 000 1. 7 31 Total costs during the fiscal year from regular funds were $22,- 715.91, of which $6,589.01 was for new work and $16,126.90 for main- tenance. The total expenditures were $23,135.32. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the dam and ap- purtenant works was initiated in March 1948 and completed in March 1950. Work remaining to be done consists of disposition of condem- nation cases in connection with land acquisition, and clearing reser- voir of dead and down timber. Total costs for the project have been $1,994,976.64, of which $1,951,801.52 was for new work and $43,175.12 was for maintenance. Expenditures have been $1,994,220.72. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $118,325.78, plus an allotment for fiscal year FLOOD CONTROI---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 115 1953 of $17,000 for maintenance, a total of $135,325.78, will be applied as follows: Acctounts payable to June 30, 1952---------------------------- $755. 92 New work: Reserved for payment of final costs outstanding on construction contracts-- ----------------------- 2, 347. 59 6-------- Land acquisition------- --------------------------------- 54, 847. 39 Maintenance: Operation, maintenance and repairs---------------17, 374. 88 Total for all work--------------------------------- 135, 325. 38 The additional sum of $17,200 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for operation and maintenance. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---......$1,000,000.00 $600, 000. 00 $371, 800. 00 .....---------....------------.. $2, 069, 000. 00 Cost--------------- 178, 712. 56 874, 522. 60 785, 357. 80 $12,152. 07 $6, 589. 01 1, 951, 801. 52 Expenditures.......--------. 141, 992. 47 652, 101.00 1, 038, 443. 13 17, 896. 23 6, 701. 21 1, 951, 601. 52 Maintenance: Appropriated----......... ...........------------------------ 15, 000. 00 12, 300. 00 16, 250. 00 43, 550. CO Cost---------------.....................--------.....------------ 7, 582. 37 19, 465. 85 16, 126. 90 43, 175. 12 Expenditures----------.........----....-.......- ............------------ 6, 101. 14 20, 083. 95 16, 434. 11 42, 619. 20 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952----------------------- $2, 414. 83 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953-------------- 2, 414. 83 48. BLACKWATER RESERVOIR, MERRIMACK RIVER BASIN, N. H. Location.-The dam is located on the Blackwater River in New Hampshire, 8.2 miles above the confluence with the Contoocook River and 118.8 miles above the mouth of the Merrimack. The reservoir lies within the towns of Webster and Salisbury in the county of Merri- mack, the dam being situated just above the village of Swetts Mills in Webster, 12.5 miles by highway northwest of Concord, N. H. Existing project.-The dam is of the rolled-earth type, with a dumped-rock toe and a dumped-rock blanket on the upstream face. The total length, including spillway, is 1,150 feet, with a maximum height of approximately 75 feet and a top width of about 39 feet. A gravity-type spillway, 240 feet long, and a 16-foot diameter penstock intake, have been constructed. Three gate-controlled outlet conduits with an area of 55 square feet are located in the spillway. The reser- voir will provide a storage capacity of 46,000 acre-feet and control a drainage area of 128 square miles. The estimated cost, revised in 1952 is $806,000 for construction and $518,000 for lands and damages, a total of $1,324,000 for new work. The latest approved (1952) esti- mate for annual cost of operation and maintenance is $7,000. The project is a unit of the comprehensive plan for flood control and other purposes in the Merrimack River Basin which was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936, and modified by the Flood Control Act approved June 28,1938. 116 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Operations consisted of installation of oil heating system in operator's quarters. Costs from regular funds for new work were $911.47. Maintenance: Work consisted of periodic checking of gates and operating equipment and general maintenance of roads, buildings, and grounds. Costs from regular funds for maintenance were $5,500.49. Reservoir operation: There were two periods of regulation during the year. Precipitation combined with snowmelt necessitated the complete closure of the gates in April. The maximum computed in- flow was 2,700 c. f. s. The maximum storage utilized was 12,800 acre-feet equal to 1.9 inches of runoff or 28 percent of the total available capacity. The gates were again closed following the storm of June 1, 1952. The maximum computed inflow was 2,500 c. f. s. The maximum storage utilized was 5,200 acre-feet equal to 0.8 inch runoff, or 11 percent of the total available capacity. Total costs during the fiscal year from regular funds were $6,411.96. Expenditures were $6,966.94. Condition at end of fiscal year.--Construction of the dam and ap- purtenant works was initiated in May 1940 and completed in November 1944. Work remaining to be done consists of disposition of condem- nation cases in connection with land acquisition and consummation of agreement for utility relocation. Total costs for the project have been $1,359,907.86 of which $1,316,864.20 was for new work and $43,- 043.66 for maintenance. Expenditures have been $1,359,644.56. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $7,706.44, plus an allotment of $6,000 for maintenance for fiscal year 1953, a total of $13,706.44, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952------------------------ ---- $263. 30 New work: Payments in connection with land acquisition and utility relocation------------------------------------------------- 7, 186. 80 Maintenance: Operation, maintenance and repairs---------------- 6, 256. 34 Total for all work- --------------------------- 13, 706.44 The additional sum of $5,900 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for operation and maintenance. FLOOD CONTROL--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 117 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--.-..... $30,000. 00 $1,000.00 $96,200. 00 -$33,000.00 ......------------......$1,324, 051.00 Cost--....--------------.............. 2, 301. 65 78, 396. 57 11, 909. 79 1, 420. 18 $911. 47 1,316, 864. 20 Expenditures-------...... 2, 251. 59 78,183. 52 12,196. 11 1, 222. 34 1,168. 64 1, 316, 864.20 Maintenance: Appropriated---------......... 4, 500. 00 5, 000. 00 6, 000. 00 5, 000. 00 5, 800. 00 43, 300. 00 Cost.. ---------------- 3, 205. 47 6, 486. 02 5, 472. 20 5, 400. 19 5, 500. 49 43, 043.66 Expenditures......... 2, 813. 09 5, 875. 04 6, 517. 76 4, 843. 69 5, 798. 30 42, 780. 36 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952--------....----------------- $486. 80 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953-------------- 486. 80 49. BLACKSTONE RIVER BASIN, MASS., AND R. I. Location.-The works covered by this project consist of a dam and reservoir on the West River and local protection works at three cities on the Blackstone River. Existing project.-The Flood Control Act approved December 22, 1944, authorized the plan for a reservoir on the West River and local protection works at Worcester, Mass., and Woonsocket and Paw- tucket, R. I., substantially in accordance with House Document No. 624, Seventy-eighth Congress, second session. The following individual projects comprise the authorized plan: Reservoirs Distance Estimated cost above Reservoir Name Nearest city mouth of Height Type capacity Blackstone River capacity Construc- tion Ldand damages 1 Total ~TJ 0 w Miles Feet Acre-feet b West Hill...---..............---------------------- ........... Uxbridge, Mass----------------------- 25. 8 43 Earth fill.--------------11,900 $1, 794,000 $622, 000 $2, 416,000 0 1 Includes highway, railroad, and utility relocations. H C) Local protection projects ~r Li Distance Estimated cost above 0 Location mouth of Type of structure Blackstone Construction Land and Total River damages 1 Miles U2 M LT] Worcester, Mass ........---.........................---------------------------------... 48 Diversion tunnel and channel-----------------------$3, 814, 000 $505, 000 $4, 319,000 Woonsocket, R. I........................................----------------------------------------. 15 Channel improvement----- ------------------------ 1, 715, 000 148, 000 1,863, 000 ------------------------------------------ Pawtucket, R. I.................... 2 184, 000 ----------------- Flood wall ................. .................---------------------------------------- 184, 000 1To be borne by local interests. V CR ci FLOOD CONTROL--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 119 50. THAMES RIVER BASIN, CONN., R. I., AND MASS. Location.-The works covered by this project are a series of dams and reservoirs on tributaries of the Thames River in Massachusetts and Connecticut, within a radius of 45 miles from Norwich, Conn., and a channel enlargement on the Shetucket River where it discharges into the Thames River at Norwich. Existing project.-The Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941, approved the plan for a system of reservoirs and channel im- provements in the Thames River Basin in accordance with House Document No. 885, Seventy-sixth Congress, third session, and au- thorized $6,000,000 for initiation and partial accomplishment of the project. The Flood Control Act approved December 22, 1944, au- thorized the completion of the approved plan. The following individual projects comprise the approved plan: Reservoirs Distance Estimated cost above Reservoir Name Nearest city mouth of Height Type capacity Thames Construc- Land and Total River tion damages 1 0 Miles Feet Acre-feet Hodges Village............................ Oxford, Mass.......................------------------------- 74. 5 55 Earth fill--------------.............. 13, 000 $1, 298, 000 $1, 400,000 $2, 698,000 O Buffumville .......----------------- Buffumville, Mass-------------------- 74.7 -- do--------------- 66 --.... 12, 700 1, 890, 000 506, 000 2, 396, 000 ....--.-.-..-.-.. East Brimfield.--- East Brimfield, Mass--- .....--------------............ 83.0 48 Concrete gravity and 20, 800 1, 591.000 3, 058, 000 4, 649, 000 earth fill. Westville--__- -------- ------------- Westville, Mass----------------------- 77. 2 36 Concrete-gravity..... 12, 000 2, 313, 000 2, 612, 000 4, 925, 000 0 Mansfield Hollow --.---- -----------. __ Mansfield Hollow, Conn ............------------ 40.0 70 Earth fill------------- ............. 51,000 5,324, 000 2, 226, 000 7, 550, 000 Andover---------------------------.................................. Andover, Conn----------------------- 47. 0 80 .... do----- -------- 16, 800 3, 441, 000 1,132, 000 4, 573, 000 South Coventry_----..----..--------.-. South Coventry, Conn ............. _ 41.6 94 ..... do----................ 36, 900 4, 018, 000 5, 474, 000 9, 492, 000 O 1Includes highway, railroad, and utility relocations. 2For details, see individual report. Lrj Local protection projects 1 Distance Estimated cost above Location mouth of Type of structure Thames Total U River Miles Norwich, Conn---------------------- -------------------- 15 Channel improvement ............................--- $1, 255, 000 C 1 For details, see individual report. s To be borne by local interests. FLOOD CONTROIr--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 121 All operations previously reported are now contained in individual reports, and previous costs and expenditures have also been transferred to those reports. 51. MANSFIELD HOLLOW RESERVOIR, THAMES RIVER BASIN, CONN. Location.-The site of Mansfield Hollow Dam, for flood control, is at Mansfield Hollow, Conn., on the Natchaug River about 5.3 miles above its confluence with the Willimantic River. It is located about 4 miles northeast of the city of Willimantic, Conn. The reservoir will extend upstream 3.2 miles on the Natchaug River, 2.7 miles on the Mount Hope River, and 3.7 miles on the Fenton River. Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of a rolled earthfill dam, about 70 feet maximum height, on both sides of a concrete gravity spillway, which is located across the main channel of the Natchaug River. The total length of the dam will be 12,400 feet. In addition, a dike, 830 feet long with a maximum height of 55 feet, across Chaplin Brook, and four dikes, averaging 6 feet in height and respectively 210, 275, 265, and 790 feet long, across saddles north of the main dam, and one dike 100 feet long with an average of 6 feet in height across the saddle at the south end of the dam, will be required. The crest length of the concrete spillway will be 690 feet. The dam will provide a total storage capacity of 51,000 acre-feet. The reservoir outlets will consist of five conduits through the spillway section. Each conduit will be provided with a 5-foot 6-inch by 7-foot slide gate, hydraulically operated from a control house at the right end of the spillway. The drainage area controlled is approximately 159 square miles. The reservoir will be operated as a unit of the coordinated system for the control of floods in the Thames River Basin. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $5,324,000 for construc- tion and $2,226,000 for lands and damages, including highway and utility relocation, a total of $7,550,000 for new work. The latest ap- proved (1952) estimate for annual cost of operation and maintenance is $25,000. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941 (H. Doc. 885, 76th Cong., 3d sess.). Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act of June 28, 1938, applies. Operation and results during fiscal year.-New work: Operations consisted of completion of construction of the dam, acquisition of lands, consummation of agreements with towns of Mansfield and Chaplin for relocation of roads, initiation of construction of cemetery protection, award of contract for reservoir clearing to El. 210, com- pletion of operations manual and installation of telemark and rain gage. Costs from regular funds were $1,132,651.53. Expenditures were $1,412,068.32. Reservoir operation: The reservoir was ready for flood regulation early in 1952. It was regulated for the first time following the storm i of June 1,1952. The computed peak inflow was 4,000 c. f. s.; maximum regulated outflow 2,800 c. f. s.; and minimum outflow 1,700 c. f. s. The maximum storage utilized was 2,000 acre-feet, equal to 0.2 inch of runoff, or 4 percent of the total reservoir capacity. 122 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Condition at end of fiscal year.-Constructionof the dam, initiated in July 1949, was completed in May 1952. Work to be done consists of relocation of State roads and utilities; extension of runway at Windham Airport; reservoir clearing; and miscellaneous clean up work. Total costs have been $5,120,843.52. Expenditures have been $5,095,528.23. Proposed operations.-Funds unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $1,664,471.77, plus allotments of $540,000 for new work and $22,000 for maintenance, and accounts receivable amounting to $250,000, a total of $2,476,471.77, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952_____ --- -- _______-__- _ $25, 315. 29 New work: Highway relocations__--------------------- $598, 843.15 Land acquisition___--------------------- 258, 911. 71 Storage facilities-__-------- -------------- 60, 800. 00 Telephone relocations---------------------- 61, 499. 44 Reservoir clearing--__--------------- 324, 105. 88 Airport runway extension__________________ 162, 434. 91 Utility relocations----------------- 34, 587. 95 Cemetery protection________ -_________-_ 1, 555.22 Seepage investigations---------------------193, 848. 50 Miscellaneous minor features- .------ __-_ 32, 381. 34 Contingency allowance and unallocated balance pending settlement outstanding claims------- 700, 188. 38 Total for all work___- --- -------------------- 2, 454, 471. 77 Maintenance: Operation and ordinary maintenance and repairs__ 22, 000.00 Total for all work____ _____----------------- 2, 476, 471. 77 The additional sum of $21,600 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for operation and maintenance. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: --------------.. Appropriated--------- ---............---------.....----- $3,000,000.00 ............---------------- $7, 010, 000. 00 ------ $10, 209. 28 $98, 012.80 $1,365,908.75 $2,252,138.84 1, 132, 651. 53 Cost---.................. 5, 120,843. 52 Expenditures-----.........- 8, 592.53 86,689.89 955, 077. 812, 369, 560.611, 412, 068.32 5,095, 528. 23 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952-__ ----------------- $717, 648. 25 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953------------ 540, 000. 00 Unobligated balance availabe for fiscal year 1953---------1, 257, 648. 25 52. NORWICH CHANNEL IMPROVEMENT, THAMES RIVER BASIN, CONN. Location.-The site of the proposed work is in the channel of the Shetucket River immediately upstream from its confluence with the Yantic River to form the Thames River at Norwich, Conn. Existing project.-This project provides for deepening and widen- ing of a 700-foot reach of the Shetucket River at Norwich, Conn., centering about Laurel Hill Bridge. The improved channel will be 108 feet wide at Laurel Hill Bridge, and will extend in depth 32 feet below mean sea level, representing an increase in channel area of 40 FLOOD CONTROL---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 123 percent. At the upper and lower limits, the width will be 140 and 132 feet and the depths will be 20 and 25 feet, respectively, below mean sea level. A transition section at each end will grade the proposed widening and deepening into the dimensions of the existing channel. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $1,183,000 for construction. The estimated cost of local cooperation is $72,000 for relocation of the Laurel Hill Bridge and for lands and damages. The existing project. was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941 (H. Doc. 885, 76th Cong., 3d sess.). Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. In addition local interests are required to bear the cost of necessary bridge modi- fications and reconstruction. Requirements of cooperation have been fully complied with for the completed portion of the work. Con- struction of the remaining portion of the project cannot be initiated until relocation of a bridge has been accomplished by local interests. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Constructionof the initial portion of the project, initiated in June 1947, was completed in March 1949. Project is 70 percent complete. Work remaining to be done is being deferred pending relocation of a bridge by local interests. Total costs and expenditures from regular funds for new work have been $643,144.08. Proposed operations.-Fundsunexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to. $855.92 plus accounts receivable amounting to $370,000, a total of $370,855.92, will be retained for completion of the project after relocation of a bridge by local interests. No additional funds are recommended for expenditure in fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated... ------------------- 0.000. ------- $1290, 000 - . $1,014,000. 00 Cost.... -------------- $528, 077. 03 $90, 150. 56 127. 60 $44. 09 ------------ 643, 144.08 Expenditures-....... 479, 975.30 140, 810. 27 157. 60 44. 09 -------------- 643, 144. 08 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_ 855. 92 $------------------------- Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953-------- Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- 855. 92 ___ pletion of existing project--------------------------- 169,000. 00 53. CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, VT., N. H., MASS., AND CONN. Location.-The works covered by this project are a series of dams and reservoirs on tributaries of the Connecticut River in Vermont, New Hampshire and Massachusetts, within a radius of 230 miles from Hartford, Conn., and local protection works at several cities in the basin. Existing project.-The Flood Control Act, approved June 22, 1936, as amended by the act approved May 25, 1937 (Public Law 111, 75th Cong.), authorized the construction of 10 reservoirs on tributaries of 124 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 the Connecticut River in accordance with plans in House Document No. 412, Seventy-fourth Congress, second session, as the same may be revised upon further investigation of the 1936 flood. The Flood Control Act, approved June 28, 1938, approved a general comprehensive plan for the control of floods and other purposes in the Connecticut River Valley, as set forth in House Document No. 455, Seventy-fifth Congress, second session, and authorized the sum of $11,524,000 for construction of local flood-protection projects in the plan. The act of October 15, 1940, modified the act of June 28, 1938, to provide additional protection at East Hartford, Conn., as set forth in House Document No. 653, Seventy-sixth Congress, third session. The act of August 18, 1941, modified the comprehensive plan approved in 1938 to include the improvements recommended in House Document No. 653, Seventy-sixth Congress, third session, and House Document No. 724, Seventy-sixth Congress, third session, with such further modifications as may be found justifiable in the discretion of the Secretary of the Army and the Chief of Engineers. The latter act also authorized to be appropriated the additional sums of $6,000,000 for local protection works and $10,000,000 for reservoirs. The act of October 26, 1942 (Public Law 759, 77th Cong., 2d sess.), further modified the plan by including the construction of Gully Brook conduit at Hartford, Conn. The Flood Control Act approved December 22, 1944, authorized the expenditure of $30,000,000 in addition to the previous authoriza- tion for the comprehensive plan approved in 1938 and modified the plan by (1) directing specific consideration of an alternative plan of the Vermont State Water Conservation Board instead of the Williamsville Reservoir in the West River Basin, Vt., (2) directing consultation with the affected States during the course of investiga- tions and transmission of the proposal and plans to each affected State for written views and recommendation for reservoir projects heretofore authorized for construction at Cambridgeport, Ludlow, South Tunbridge and Gaysville and resubmission of the projects or modifications thereof to the Congress, and (3) rescinded the authoriza- tion for construction at the Sugar Hill site. The Flood Control Act of 1950 (Public No. 576, 81st Cong., 2d sess.), modifies the project for flood control at Hartford, Conn., au- thorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, as amended, to include Folly Brook dike and conduit. Following are lists of the reservoirs and local protection works which were proposed for construction in the modified comprehensive plan. Dams and reservoirs Distance Estimated cost above Reservoir CA Name Nearest city mouth of Connecti- Height Type capacity Construc- Land and cut River tion damages 1 Vermont: Miles Feet Acre-feet Victory s.2--------... -................ North Concord, Vt-----.-------------- 306. 0 76 Earthfill.------------ 104, 600 $3, 370, 000 $795, 000 $4, 165, 000 0o o Union Village 2--........................ Union Village, Vt.-------------------- 228. 4 170 _do.......... . 38, 000 3, 089, 000 895, 000 3, 984, 000 Gaysvaysville ------------------------ aysville, Vt-...------------- ------- 246. 8 178 Concrete--.....------------ 124, 150 10, 452, 000 4, 545, 000 14, 997, 000 C' South Tunbridge .... South Royalton, Vt------------------ ..------------------ 234. 5 105 Earthfill.......-------------- 32, 600 2, 860, 000 2, 086, 000 4, 946, 000 0 North Hartland_...------------------- North Hartland, Vt----...-------------211. 7 176 ..... do----...............--.. 71, 100 7, 790, 000 1,042, 000 8, 832, 000 Ludlow__ ------------------------- C Brockway_- .................-.--.-.. Ludlow, Vt------------------------ North Springfield--.----------------- North Springfield, Vt---------------- Brockway Mills, Vt------------------- 211.8 191.3 182. 0 118 .--- do--..---.---- 106 -. do----------------.50,600 132 ..... do---... ----. -.-. - 23,900 37, 700 2,302,000 7,176,000 4, 351,000 2,376,000 1,261,000 5, 250. 000 4,678. 000 8,437,000 9, 601,000 0 Cambridgeport........................ Cambridgeport, Vt----..... --------- 180. 3 101 ..... do................. 21,600 3, 713, 000 924, 000 4, 637, 000 The Island_ -.----..........-------.. . . Londonderry, Vt----....--------------- 189. 6 100 ..... do....---------------- 19, 400 2, 197, 000 744, 000 2, 935, 000 Ball Mountain 2-...........--------. Jamaica, Vt...------------------------......... 178. 2 240 Concrete arch-------...... 54, 600 13, 617, 000 323, 000 13, 940, 000 Townshend.......--------------------- Townshend, Vt-........--.....----....----------...... 168. 3 130 Earthfill.....---------......... 33, 000 8,173, 000 1,108, 000 9, 281,000 New Hampshire: Sugar Hill ___________________________ Lisbon, N. H------------------------ .9 163 ..... do................. 91, 600 3, 500, 000 3, 385, 000 6, 885, 000 dr West Canaan_--------------------. West Canaan, N. H------------------- 233.8 80 -.. do--------- - 54, 000 3,160,000 5,133,000 8,293, 000 Claremont_------------------------ Claremont, N. H_------------- 202.4 128 .--- do-....------- - 78, 300 7,346, 000 4, 448,000 11,794, 000 Surry Mountain - - - Keene, N. H------------------------ 174.4 86 .-- do-.---------- 32, 500 1,407,700 326,300 1,734,000 Honey Hill_-------------.-----.do-- ----------------------- 168.9 65 ....-do------------- 26, 200 2, 420,000 1,328,000 3, 748,000 Massachusetts: Birch Hill ... . . . South Royalston, Mass--------- 153. 3 --................56 ..... do--.....-.-----. 49, 900 1, 225, 200 2, 997, 750 4, 222,950 Tully 2- - - - Fryville, Mass-----------------------148. 7 62 - do.--------------- 22,000 1,201,500 361,500 1,563,000 Barre Falls ' -------------- Barre, Mass.------------------- - 130.2 62 Rock earthfill.------- - 24, 300 2,246,000 23,000 2, 269,000 West Brookfield .. ...------------------- West Brookfield, Mass_....- .---.--- 100. 5 30 Earthfill----------.............. 33,000 3,120, 000 4, 990, 000 8,110, 000 Knightville 2.......................- . Knightville, Mass... --------------------- 102. 8 160-_ do....... . 49,000 2, 387, 700 819, 300 3,207, 000 1Includes highway, railroad, and utility relocations. 3 2 For detals, see individual reports. Alternate site to be selected. Cost has not been revised on current price basis. 0 C1t Local protection projects Distance Estimated cost above Location I mouth of Type of structure Connecti- Construction Land and Total cut River damages Li b Miles O Northampton, Mass.........----------......-----............ 94 Wall and levee--------......................................-------------------------- $960, 000 $150, 000 $1, 110,000 Holyoke, Mass_--------------85 ... do.............................................. 3, 420, 000 150, 000 3, 570, 000 Springdale, Mass--...-------------------------------------- 84 .... do ------------------------------------------ 700, 000 57, 000 757, 000 y Chicopee, Mass....------------------------------------------ 80 .... do.....----------------------------------------- 1, 711,000 500, 000 2, 211,000 O Riverdale, Mass----------------------------------------- 80 .... do-----...........................-------------------...................... 1, 139, 000 50, 000 1,189, 000 0 West Springfield, Mass---------------------------------- ................................... 76 .... do---.....----------------------------------------1,678, 000 30, 000 1,708, 000 H Springfield, Mass................................--------------------------------..........76 -- do-.....--.....-----.........----------------------------------- 932, 000 272, 000 1,204, 000 Hartford, Conn . ----------------------------------------- 52 .... do----.........................------------------- 6, 754, 000 900, 000 7,654,000 East Hartford, Conn------------------------------------- 52 --.... do--------- .....................................----------------------------- 2,138, 500 270, 000 2, 408, 500 Winstd, Conn.....----------------------------------------- 115 Channel improvement..---------------------------- 171,500 30, 000 201, 500 0ITJ 1 Details of these projects are given in individual reports. 2 To be borne by local interests. O All operations, costs, and expenditures are contained in the individual reports. zO~ TJ Co' FLOOD CONTROLr--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 127 54. VICTORY RESERVOIR, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, VT. Location.-The site of the proposed Victory Dam is on the Moose River, 17.4 miles above its junction with the Passumpsic River and 12 miles northeast of St. Johnsbury, Vt. The reservoir will extend upstream approximately 5 miles. Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of an earthfill-type dam having a crest length of 1,000 feet rising 76 feet above the stream bed and providing a total storage capacity of 104,600 acre-feet for flood control and conservation storage. The spillway will be an overflow type in the right abutment having a crest length of 50 feet and a discharge capacity of 11,600 cubic feet per second. The outlet works will consist of a 9-foot diameter conduit controlled by a gate structure provided with gates mechanically operated from a control house. The drainage area controlled is approximately 75 square miles. The reservoir will be operated as a unit of a coordinated system of reservoirs for the control of floods on the Connecticut River. The conservation storage will be operated for the benefit of down- stream power plants. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $3,370,000 for construction and $795,000 for lands and damages including highway and utility relocations, a total of $4,165,000 for new work. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Acts approved June 22, 1936, and June 28, 1938 (H. Doc. 455, 75th Cong., 2d sess.) . Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Preparationof detailed plans was continued. Costs and expenditures from regular funds for new work were $23,221.41. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No construction work has been done on the project. Detailed plans were 10 percent complete. Total costs and expenditures have been $23,241.41. Proposed operations.--The sum of $75,000 appropriated for fiscal year 1953 will be applied to completion of detailed plans and initiation of preparation of contract plans and specifications. The sum of $100,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for con- tinuation of preparation of contract plans and specifications. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Tota I to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated ........-------------------............ --------------............ $146, 000.00 -$122,758.59 ---............ $23, 241.41 Cost---------- ------------ ............ ------------------------ ............ 20. 00 23, 221.41 23, 241.41 Expenditures------------------------------- ............ ............ -------............ 20. 00 23, 221.41 23, 241.41 Other new work dataa: Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953_ ...-- . $75, 000. 00 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project___----------- ----- - - 4, 066, 758. 59 128 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARIMY, 1952 55. UNION VILLAGE RESERVOIR, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, VT. Location.--The site of the Union Village Dam is on the Ompom- panoosuc River, about 4 miles above its junction with the Connecticut River and one-quarter mile north of Union Village, Vt. The reser- voir will extend upstream approximately 31/2 miles. Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of a rolled-fill earth dam, 1,167 feet long at the crest line, rising 170 feet above the stream bed and providing a total storage capacity of 38,000 acre-feet. The spillway has an ogee weir, 388 feet long, built on rock, with a discharge capacity of 84,900 cubic feet per second. The outlet consists of a 13-foot diameter tunnel 1,169 feet long. Control is ac- complished by gates mechanically operated from a house over a shaft near the middle of the tunnel. The drainage area controlled is ap- proximately 126 square miles. The reservoir is operated as a unit of a coordinated reservoir system for the control of floods in the Con- necticut River Basin. The estimated cost, revised in 1952 is $3,089,000 for construction and $895,000 for lands and damages, including highway relocation, a total of $3,984,000 for new work. The latest approved (1952) esti- mate of annual cost of operation and maintenance is $19,000. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Acts ap- proved June 22, 1936, and June 28, 1938 (H. Doc. 455, 75th Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Operations consisted of preparation of as-built drawings, installation of lighting circuit at gate house, initiation of construction of outlet channel slope protection, fire fighting facilities and reservoir clearing. Costs from regular funds were $17,095.79. Maintenance: Work consisted of periodic checking of gates and operating equipment, and general maintenance of roads, buildings, and grounds. Costs from regular funds were $12,399.61. Reservoir operation: One period of regulation was required during the year. There was complete closure of the gates following the storm of June 1, 1952. The maximum computed inflow for this period was 6,900 c. f. s. The storage utilized was 5,700 acre-feet equal to 0.8 inch runoff or 15 percent of the total available capacity. Total costs during the fiscal year from regular funds were $29,495.40. Expenditures were $29,149.35. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the dam was ini- tiated in March 1947 and completed in June 1950. Work remaining to be done consists of disposition of condemnation cases in connection with land acquisition, relocation of telephone line, and completion of reservoir clearing, outlet channel protection, and fire fighting facil- ities. Total costs from regular funds have been $3,934,171.10, of which $3,895,410.90 was for new work and $38,760.11 for maintenance. Expenditures have been $3,920,855.09. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $102,744.91, plus an allotment for fiscal year FLOOD CONTROL---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 129 1953 of $12,500 for maintenance, a total of $115,244.91, will be ap- plied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952..--------------- ------------ $13, 316.01 New work: Land acquisition-------------- -------------- $44,120. 17 __ Reservoir clearing ------ ---------------------- 30, 645. 55 Outlet channel protection.............----------------..-----...-- 2, 058. 63 Fire-fighting facilities -------------------------- 9, 987. 16 Telephone line relocation------.....-----------------1, 777. 50 Total for new work---- ----------------------------- 88, 589. 01 Maintenance: Operation and ordinary maintenance and repairs----..... 13, 339. 89 Total for all work----------.-------------------- ---- 115, 244. 91 The additional sum of $16,200 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for operation and maintenance. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated......... $270, 000.00 $1,530,000.00 -$50, 000. 00 -$15, 000. 00 $50,000.00 $3,984,000.00 Cost_-- 083, 378. 14 1, 594, 223. 83 1------------.1, 366, 619. 49 67, 684. 71 17, 095. 79 3, 895, 410. 99 Expenditures--------......... 856, 251.26 1, 649, 351. 54 577, 175. 35 68, 645. 08 16, 090. 10 3, 882, 387. 72 Maintenance: --- 19, 000. 00 Appropriated--------- ---------.........--------............---............ 8, 200. 00 12, 400. 00 39, 600.00 Cost------------------------------------ 7,118.94 19, 241. 56 12, 399. 61 38, 760.11 Expenditures------- ----------------------- 5,887.41 19, 520.71 13, 059.25 38, 467.37 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952---------------------- $31, 165. 29 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------- 31,165. 29 56. BALL MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, VT. Location.-The site of the proposed Ball Mountain Dam is on the West River, 29.0 miles above its junction with the Connecticut River at Brattleboro, Vt., and approximately 3 miles north of Ja- maica, Vt. The reservoir will extend upstream approximately 6 miles. Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of a concrete arch dam, 1,100 feet long at the crest line, rising 240 feet above the stream bed and providing a total storage capacity of 54,600 acre-feet. An overflow spillway in the center of the dam will have a discharge capacity of 148,000 cubic feet per second. The outlet will consist of four 5-foot by 7-foot 6-inch conduits through the dam, 60 feet long. Control will be accomplished by hydraulically operated gates. The drainage area controlled is approximately 172 square miles gross, 132 square miles of which are below The Island dam site. The reservoir will be operated as a unit of a coordinated reser- voir system for control of floods in the Connecticut River Basin. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $13,617,000 for construction and $323,000 for lands and damages including relocations, a total of $13,940,000 for new work. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved December 22, 1944 (Public Law 534, 78th Cong., 2d sess.). 130 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.-Section2 of the Flood Control Act of June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Subsurface explorations by borings were initiated in connection with preparation of plans and specifications. Costs from regular funds were $14,120.91. Ex- penditures were $13,507.27. Condition at the end of fiscal year.-Detailed plans are complete. No construction work has been initiated. Total costs from regular funds have been $444,822.95. Expenditures have been $443,940.20. Proposed operations.-Fundsunexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $28,138.47, plus accounts receivable of $71.85, a total of $28,210.32, will be applied as follows: New work: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952 ----------------------- $882. 75 Completion of exploratory borings_____---____--27, 327.57 Total all work -------------------------------------- 28, 210. 32 The additional sum of $900,000 can be profitably expended in fiscal year 1954 for completion of preparation of plans and specifications, acquisition of lands required for initial construction contracts, con- struction of access road required for transportation of construction equipment, and stripping abutments. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-......... $15, 000. 00 $120, 150.52 $90, 000. 00 $105, 000.00 -$48,000.00 $472, 150. 52 ---- Cost- ....---------- 41, 905. 20 119, 655. 52 163, 867. 10 34, 355. 00 14, 120. 91 444, 822. 95 Expenditures--------.. 39, 301. 30 118, 861. 28 162, 947. 42 38, 403. 71 13, 507. 27 443, 940. 20 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_--_---_---__------------ $13, 736. 71 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953___ ___ 13, 736. 71 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project- 800. 00 1-------------------3,467, 57. SURRY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, N. H. Location.-The site of the Surry Mountain Dam is on the Ashuelot River, about 34.6 miles about its junction with the Connecticut River, and 5 miles north of Keene, N. H. The reservoir will extend upstream about 3 miles. Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of a rolled earthfill dam 1,670 feet long at its crest, rising 86 feet above the stream bed, and providing a total storage capacity of 32,500 acre- feet. The spillway consists of an open side channel with a low con- crete weir 337.5 feet long, with a discharge capacity of 40,900 cubic feet per second. The outlet consists of a 10-foot-diameter tunnel 383 feet long. Control is accomplished by gates mechanically operated, through a shaft, from a house above. The drainage area controlled FLOOD CONTROLr--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 131 is approximately 100 square miles. The reservoir is operated as a unit of a coordinated reservoir system for the control of floods in the Connecticut River Basin. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $1,407,700 for construction and $326,300 for lands and damages, including highway relocations, a total of $1,734,000 for new work. The latest approved (1952) esti- mate for annual cost of operation and maintenance is $24,000. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Acts approved June 22, 1936, as amended, and June 28, 1938 (H. Doc. 455, 75th Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Preparationof opera- tions manual was completed. Costs from regular funds were $46.32. Maintenance: Work consisted of periodic checking of gates and operating equipment and general maintenance of roads, buildings and grounds. Costs from regular funds for maintenance were $16,858.42. Reservoir operation: There were four floods requiring regulation during the year. Flows and the results of regulation are shown in the following tabulation: Maximum Regulated outfow Storage utilized comuted (cubic feet per second) Date, 1951-52, month inflow (cubic feet Percent per second) Maximum Minimum Actual feet Inches total November------------------- 2, 300 900 0 10, 400 1.9 32 January- --- -1, 000 700 0 4, 000 .7 12 April ------------------------ 2, 500 900 0 15, 200 2. 8 47 June ------------------------ 3, 000 600 0 3, 500 .6 11 Total costs during the fiscal year from regular funds were $16,904.74. Expenditures were $17,944.41. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The project is complete. Con- struction of the dam and appurtenant work was initiated in August 1939 and completed in June 1942. Total costs for the project have been $1,898,130.59 of which $1,731,318.90 was for new work and $166,811.69 was for maintenance. Expenditures have been $1,897,- 496.93. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $5,103.07, plus accounts receivable of $202.39 and an allotment of $19,200 for maintenance during fiscal year 1953, a total of $24,505.46, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952_---------_-______________ $836. 05 New work : Available for final costs outstanding on completed items__ 2, 681. 10 Maintenance: Operation and ordinary maintenance and repairs.... 20, 988. 31 Total for all work--------------------------------- . $24, 505. 46 The additional sum of $19,300 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for operation and maintenance. 132 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 to1948 prior New work: Appropriated-------.------------.------------ -- $6,000.00 ------------ $1,734,000.00 Cost--------------- $7,093.53 $15,468.03 $14, 628.30 24, 776.22 $46.32 1,731,318. 90 Expenditures--------......... 6, 278. 64 16, 229. 43 14, 521. 36 24, 727. 22 297. 87 1, 731, 318. 90 Maintenance: Appropriated--------......... 29,100. 00 19, 000. 00 22, 000. 00 13, 000. 00 17, 800.00 168, 600.00 Cost.....--------------- 19, 459.14 24. 865. 11 23, 713. 89 17, 499. 49 16, 858. 42 166, 811. E9 Expenditures--------......... 19, 549. 45 24, 021.10 24, 333. 96 16, 984. 43 17, 646.54 166,178. 03 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952__.------- ---------------- $2, 81. 10 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953-----....-------. 2,681.10 58. BIRCH HILL RESERVOIR, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.-The site of the Birch Hill Dam is on the Millers River, about 27.3 miles above its junction with the Connecticut River, and 1.3 miles northeast of South Royalston, Mass. The reservoir extends up the Millers River about 61/2 miles and up the Otter River about 3 miles. Existing project.--This project provides for an earth dam of rolled-fill construction, extending across the Millers River and over- flow spillway sections closing natural saddles in the right bank. The dam is 1,400 feet long and rises 56 feet above the river bed. The spillway weir consists of two concrete overflow sections, separated by a natural knoll and a short weir closing an abandoned railroad cut. The main spillway is approximately 810 feet long, the adjacent spillway 350 feet, and the small one 30 feet. The total discharge capacity is approximately 57,000 cubic feet per second at a surcharge of 6 feet. The outlet works consist of an intake channel 1,500 feet long, with a bottom width of 70 feet; a gate structure with operating gatehouse directly above; and an outlet channel 1,150 feet long, with a bottom width of 70 feet. The intake and gate-operating tower contain gates mechanically controlled from the operating house above. The gross drainage area controlled is approximately 175 square miles. The reservoir provides a storage capacity of 49,900 acre-feet at spill- way crest. The reservoir is operated as a unit of a coordinated reser- voir system for the control of floods in the Connecticut River Basin. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $1,225,200 for construction and $2,997,750 for lands and damages, including highway and railroad relocations, a total of $4,222,950 for new work. The latest approved (1952) estimate for annual cost of operation and maintenance is $17,800. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Acts approved June 22, 1936, as amended, and June 28, 1938 (H. Doc. 455, 75th Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-New work: Operations consisted of preparation of agreements for utility relocations. Costs from regular funds were $445.72. FLOOD CONTROLr--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 133 Maintenance: Work consisted of periodic checking of gates and operating equipment and general maintenance of roads, buildings, and grounds. The costs from regular funds were $13,612.06. Reservoir operation: There was no significant regulation for flood control required during the year. Total costs during the fiscal year from regular funds were $14,057.78. Expenditures were $14,289.26. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Constructionof the dam and ap- purtenant works was initiated in June 1940 and completed in February 1942. Work remaining consists of disposition of condemnation cases in connection with land acquisition and abandonment of a section of road and consummation of agreements for relocation of utilities. Total costs for the project have been $4,311,567.16, of which $4,141,213.71 was for new work and $170,353.45 was for maintenance. Expenditures have been $4,310,682.24. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $82,917.76, plus an allotment of $14,800 for maintenance during fiscal year 1953, a total of $97,717.76, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1.952-----------------------------$884. 92 New work: Completion of land acquisition and relocations----------. 81, 736.29 Maintenance: Operation and ordinary maintenance and repairs-... 15,096. 55 Total for all work----------- ----------------------- 97, 717. 76 The additional sum of $15,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for operation and maintenance. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated----.........----------............ $100,000. 00 $40, 000. 00 -$18,000.00 ............ $4, 222, 950. 00 Cost_-------------- $15, 769. 99 152, 321. 29 50, 977. 55 7, 932. 15 $445. 72 4, 141, 213. 71 -------- Expenditures......... 30, 284. 10 151, 365. 34 38, 699. 65 20, 105.78 369. 50 4, 140, 974. 35 Maintenance: Appropriated--------......... 28, 700. 00 18, 000. 00 22, 000. 00 9, 000. 00 13, 900. 00 170, 650. 00 Cost--------------- 15, 819. 42 25, 894. 16 22, 811.86 18, 204. 45 13, 612. 06 170, 353. 45 ------- Expenditures......... 15, 919. 16 25, 068. 02 23, 419. 98 18, 238. 20 13, 919. 76 169, 707. 89 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952---------- --------------- $21.89 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------ 21.89 59. TULLY RESERVOIR, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.-The site of the Tully Dam is on the Tully River, about 3.9 miles above its junction with the Millers River, and 1 mile north of Fryville, Mass. The reservoir will extend up the Tully River about 61/2 miles. Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of a rolled-earthfill dam, 1,570 feet long at its crest and rising 62 feet above the stream bed, providing a total storage capacity of 22,000 acre-feet. A spillway constructed on rock is located in a saddle located about 800 feet south of the left abutment of the dam. The outlet consists 134 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 of a 6-foot diameter tunnel approximately 243 feet long. Control is accomplished by gates mechanically operated from a tower located at the upper end of the tunnel. The drainage area controlled is ap- proximately 50 square miles. The design includes provisions for future raising and adaptation to the development of hydroelectric power. The reservoir is operated as a unit of a coordinated reservoir system for the control of floods in the Connecticut River Basin. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $1,201,500 for construction, and $361,500 for lands and damages, including highway and utilities relocation, a total of $1,563,000 for new work. The latest approved (1952) estimate for annual cost of operation and maintenance is $16,800. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Acts approved June 22, 1936, as amended, and June 28, 1938 (H. Doc. 455, 75th Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.--Section2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Operations consisted of land acquisition and construction of miscellaneous safety features. Costs from regular funds were $2,624.69. Maintenance: Work consisted of periodic checking of gates and operating equipment and general maintenance of roads, buildings, and grounds. The costs from regular funds for maintenance were $12,507.89. Reservoir operation: There was no significant regulation for flood control required during the year. Total costs for the fiscal year from regular funds were $15,132.58. Expenditures were $15,550.47. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the dam was initiated in March 1947 and completed in September 1949. Work remaining to be done consists of completion of land acquisition. Total costs have been $1,575,697.23, of which $1,537,671.44 was for new work and $38,025.79 was for maintenance. Expenditures have been $1,575,215.54. Proposed operations.-Fundsunexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $26,384.46, plus an allotment of $13,800 for main- tenance during fiscal year 1953, a total of $40,184.46, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952_ -____---- - -__--$481.69 New work : Land acquisition______------------------ 25, 328. 56 Maintenance: Operation and ordinary maintenance and repairs 14, 374. 21 Total all work ----------------------------------- 40, 184. 46 The additional sum of $14,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for operation and maintenance. FLOOD CONTROI--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 135 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-......... $726, 000. 00 $100, 000. 00 ............------ -$22,000.00 ..---...-----....... $1, 563, 000. 00 Cost.-------------- 443, 386.00 769, 734. 17 $82, 508.94 5, 931.09 $2, 624. 69 1, 537, 671. 44 Expenditures -. ...- 371, 913. 23 851, 433. 27 .- 84, 592. 79 6, 644. 91 2, 683.63 1, 537, 667. 10 Maintenance: Appropriated---- -----. ....-------............ 16, 000. 00 10, 000. 00 12, 600. 00 38, 600.00 . Cost ________-------- ..... --............ 12, 933. 31 12, 584. 59 12, 507. 89 38, 025. 79 Expenditures_..-.... ..- ............ 12, 335. 33 12, 346. 27 12, 866. 84 37, 548. 44 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_ ___________- __- $430.50 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953-__- ---_-_- 430. 50 60. BARRE FALLS RESERVOIR, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.-The site of the proposed Barre Falls Dam is on the Ware River about 31.9 miles upstream from its confluence with the Swift River and about 4 miles east of Barre, Mass. The reservoir will extend approximately 4 miles up the East Branch of the Ware River, about 2 miles up the West Branch of the Ware River, about 2.5 miles up Steven Brook, and about 1.5 miles up Longmeadow Brook. Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of an earth-and-rockfill dam approximately 885 feet long at its crest and rising 62 feet above the stream bed providing a flood control storage capacity of 24,300 acre-feet. Three dikes totaling 3,215 feet at the southern end of the Steven Brook arm of the reservoir, will be located at low points in the reservoir rim. The spillway, consisting of a con- crete weir and chute, will be located in the right abutment. A rein- forced concrete conduit under the dam and on rock will be constructed as an outlet works and will be controlled by mechanically operated gates from a gate tower at the intake end. The drainage area con- trolled is 57 square miles. The reservoir will be operated as a unit of a coordinated reservoir system for the control of floods in the Connecticut River Basin. No provisions are made for the development of hydro- electric power. The estimated cost revised in 1952 is $2,246,000 for construction and $23,000 for lands and damages including highway relocation; a total of $2,269,000 for new work. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941. Local cooperation.-Section2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at the end of fiscal year.-Contractplans and specifica- tions were substantially complete. No construction work has been done. Total costs and expenditures from regular funds for new work have been $216,971.68. Proposedoperations.-No funds are available for operations during fiscal year 1953. The sum of $1,000,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for initiation of construction of the dam, high- way relocation, and land acquisition. 136 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and flnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-..-..._ $42, 398.85 $77, 143. 97 $10, 000.00 ---------- -$17,571.14 $216,971. 68 Cost ...........--------------- 40, 821.85 40, 255. 74 26, 850. 60 $4, 096. 09 ------------ 216, 971. 68 Expenditures- --.. -. 37,273.52 43,804.07 26, 850.60 4,096. 09 -------------- 216, 971.68 Other new work data : Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project -- ____------ $2, 052, 028. 32 61. KNIGHTVILLE RESERVOIR, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.-The site of the Knightville Dam is on the Westfield River, about 27.5 miles above its junction with the Connecticut River and 4 miles north of the town of Huntington, Mass. The reservoir extends up the Westfield River about 6 miles and up the Little River about 1 mile. Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of a hydraulic earthfill dam, 1,600 feet long at the crest line, including 400 feet of spillway, rising 160 feet above the stream bed and provid- ing a total storage capacity of 49,000 acre-feet. The outlet consists of a 16-foot diameter tunnel approximately 605 feet long. Control is accomplished by gates mechanically operated from a tower located at the intake end of the tunnel. The drainage area controlled is ap- proximately 162 square miles. Provision has been made for future installation of penstocks for the development of hydroelectric power. The reservoir is operated as a unit of a coordinated reservoir system for the control of floods in the Connecticut River Basin. The estimated cost, revised in 1951, is $2,387,700 for construction and $819,300 for lands and damages, including highway relocations, a total of $3,207,000 for new work. The latest approved (1952) esti- mate for annual cost of operation and maintenance is $22,000. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved June 22, 1936, as amended and June 28, 1938 (H. Doec. 455, 75th Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during the fiscal year.-New work: Opera- tions consisted of installation of flood-warning system. Costs from regular funds were $1,365.35. Maintenance: Work consisted of periodic checking of gates and operating equipment and general maintenance of roads, buildings and grounds. Costs from regular funds were $16,900.87. Reservoir operation: There were five periods of regulation during the year. Flows and the results of regulation are shown in the fol- lowing tabulation: FLOOD CONTROL---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 137 MaximumRegulated outflow Storage utilized computed (cubic feet per second) Date, 1951-52, month inflow (cubic feet Percent per second) Maximum Minimum Actual feet Inches total November-------------------- 5,000 3,300 0 6,500 0.8 13 January --------------------- 2,200 1,900 400 2,000 .24 April------------------------- 8,300 2,900 0 15,300 1.8 31 May._------------2,500 2,000 500 2, 000 .2 4 June.----------------------- 12.000 3, 300 0 17, 000 2.0 35 Total costs during the fiscal year from regular funds were $18,266.22. Expenditures were $18,687.02. Condition at end of fiscal year.--Construction of the dam was initiated in August 1939 and completed in December 1941. Work remaining to be done consists of completion of land acquisition. Total costs for the project have been $3,342,018.92, of which $3,182,- 752.89 was for new work and $159,266.03 was for maintenance. Ex- penditures have been $3,341,422.94. Proposed operations.--Funds unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $25,627.06, plus an allotment of $17,000 for mainte- nance during fiscal year 1953, a total of $42,627.06, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952------------------------------- $595. 98 New work : Land acquisition__ _..-------------______ 24, 247. 11 Maintenance: Operation and ordinary maintenance and repairs ... - 17, 783. 97 - Total all work---- --------------------------------- $42, 627. 06 The additional sum of $19,500 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for operation and maintenance. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---.------------------------ $25, 000. 00 $12, 000.00 -----......-- $3, 207, 000. 00 Cost-------------- $12, 778. 14 $25, 354. 01 20, 168. 04 24, 112. 38 $1, 365. 35 3, 182, 752. 89 Expenditures--------......... 11, 590. 44 26, 138. 62 20, 343. 33 24, 299. 22 1, 456. 55 3,182, 752. 89 Maintenance: Appropriated--------......... 26, 500. 00 24,000. 00 22, 000. 00 2, 500. 00 16. 300. 00 160, 050. 00 Cost.-------------- 19, 728. 35 22, 229. 58 18, 564. 10 16, 916. 42 16, 900. 87 159, 266.03 Expenditures---------.......... 19, 578. 71 21, 873. 44 18, 839. 82 16, 956. 00 17, 230. 47 158, 670.05 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 ........ _ _________ $17, 790. 11 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953--.--------. 17, 790. 11 62. HOLYOKE, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.-Holyoke, Mass., is located in Hampden County on the west bank of the Connecticut River, 85 miles above the mouth. Existing project.-The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of a system of levees and concrete flood walls, consisting of 138 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 the following features: Approximately 400 feet of earth levee and approximately 5,600 feet of concrete flood wall along the Connecticut River, extending from the Holyoke Water Power Co. dam southerly to high ground near Mosher Street; about 10,000 feet of concrete flood wall along the Connecticut River, from high ground near Appleton Street southerly to the existing Springdale levee, including a concrete flood wall along both banks of a power canal, the level of which is below flood grade; 6 pumping plants for the disposal of interior drainage; 18 stop-log structures; 20 gate structures for inlet and outlet works of existing power developments; and appurtenant drain- age structures. The levees and walls are designed to protect against a flood, greater than any of record, reduced by the approved plan of reservoirs. The levee and wall grades are at all points above the maxi- mum stage of the greatest flood of record, that of March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, and modified by the Flood Control Act of August 18, 1941. The estimated cost of new work, revised in 1951, is $3,420,000 for construction and $150,000 for lands and damages. In addition to the authorized existing project, supplementary work with relief labor has been undertaken at a cost of $344,236.87 pursuant to the provi- sions of the Emergency Relief Act approved June 21, 1938. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. In addition $3,355.70 was contributed by the city of Holyoke to cover cost of relocation of poles of the Holyoke Water Power Co. and connecting certain inter- secting city sewers with the project drainage system. An additional $24,446.45 has been contributed by the city of Holyoke to cover the cost of miscellaneous work desired by the city, to be built in conjunc- tion with work now under construction. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Operationsconsisted of continuation of preparation of as-built drawings and miscellaneous studies. Costs from regular funds were $4,869.38. Expenditures were $7,662.18. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the first portion of the authorized project which provides flood protection for the area north of Mosher Street was initiated in December 1938 and completed in 1940. Construction of the remaining portion was initiated in April 1947 and'completed in February 1950. Work remaining to be done consists of completion of record drawings. Total costs and expendi- tures have been $610,000 from Public Works Administration funds, $2,807,092.82 from regular funds and $24,446.45 from contributed funds, a total of $3,441,539.27. Proposed operations.-Fundsunexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $2,907.18 will be applied to completion of as-built drawings. No work is scheduled for 1954. FLOOD CONTROL--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 139 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ........ -$25,000.00 $940, 000. 00 $80, 000. 00 ............ -$50,000.00 1$3,425, 550. 00 -------------- 1,116,248.93 910, 750. 88 Cost_ 90, 044. 59 -$344. 46 4, 869. 38 1 3, 417, 092. 82 Expenditures-......... 946, 290. 26 1,053,390.91 109, 871. 55 284. 04 7, 662. 18 1 3, 417, 092. 82 1 Includes $610,000 Public Works funds. In addition $24,446.45 was expended from contributed funds. Other new work data : Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 _----_----------------- $8, 457. 18 Revocation for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953-------------- -5, 550. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------- 2, 907.18 63. SPRINGDALE, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.-Springdale is in the southern portion of the city of Holyoke, Mass., in Hampden County, on the west bank of the Con- necticut River, 84 miles from the mouth and forms an integral part of the protection for the South End section of Holyoke. Existing project.-The plan of improvement involves the recon- struction of approximately 4,200 feet of earth dike crossing an exist- ing outfall pressure conduit and the construction of a pumping sta- tion. Approximately 550 feet of the dike has been replaced by a concrete flood wall. The dike provides protection against a flood greater than any of record, reduced by the approved plan of reser- voirs. The grades are at all points above the maximum stage of the greatest flood of record, that of March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941 (H. Doc. 724, 76th Cong., 3d sess.). The estimated cost of the work revised in 1951 is $700,000 for construction, and $57,000 for-lands and damages. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Operations during the year consisted of engineering studies, inspections and reports. Costs from regular funds for new work were $4,118.62. Expenditures were $5,486.62. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the project was initiated in April 1947 and completed in February 1950. Total costs and expenditures for new work from regular funds have been $700,000. Proposed operations.-None. The project is complete. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-.........$170, 000. 00 1155, $ 300. 00- . $720, 700. 00 Cost... 441, 523. 89 147, 298. 30 $31, 468.31 ...-------------- $8, 800.00 $4, 118.62 700, 000. 00 Expenditures---.---. 383, 595.95 199,908.84 39, 953.96 9, 791.38 5,486.62 700, 000.00 Other new work data : Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952- ------ ------ $20, 700. 00 Revocation for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953 ___________ -- 20, 700. 00 140 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 64. CHICOPEE, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.-Chicopee, Mass., is located in Hampden County on the east bank of the Connecticut River, 80 miles above the mouth. Existing project.-The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of a system of levees and flood walls, approximately 25,700 feet in length, and pumping stations for the disposal of interior drainage. The protection system consists of two short sections of dike in the Willimansett section in the extreme northern portion of the city; 20,200 feet of levee extending from high ground about 2 miles below the Willimansett bridge downstream along the Connecti- cut River and up the north bank of the Chicopee River to high ground above the Boston & Main Railroad bridge; 3,200 feet of flood walls and 1,500 feet of levee along the south bank of the Chicopee River and Connecticut River from high ground above the highway bridge over the Chicopee River to high ground north of the highway bridge over the Connecticut River; three stop-log structures; six pumping sta- tions, and appurtenant drainage structures. The levees and walls are designed to protect against a flood greater than any of record, reduced by the approved plan of reservoirs. The levee and wall grades are at all points above the maximum stage of the greatest flood of record, that of March 1936. The existing project was au- thorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938. The estimated cost of the new work, revised in 1952, is $1,711,000 for construction and $500,000 for lands and damages. In addition to the authorized existing project, supplementary work with relief labor has been undertaken at a cost of $168,677.26 pursuant to the provisions of the Emergency Relief Act approved June 21, 1938. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Fully com- plied with for completed portion of the work. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Costs of $2.50 from regular funds for new work were incurred for reproduction of plans. Expenditures were $64.50. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the authorized project was initiated in March 1939 and completed in 1941 with the exception of a section of dike in Willimansett and the Charbonneau Terrace pumping station. Work remaining to be done consists of the completion of design and construction of the dike in the Willimansett section and the Charbonneau Terrace pumping station and tie-in dike construction. Total costs and expenditures for new work have been $295,000 from Public Works Administration funds and $1,- 133,270.29 from regular funds, a total of $1,428,270.29. In addition costs and expenditures of $385 apply to contributed funds. Proposed operations.-Funds unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $6,229.71 will be applied as follows: Tie-in dike construction ----------------------------------- $4, 000. 00 Continuation of design of Willimansett Dike upon compliance by the city with requirement of local cooperation---------------- 2, 229. 71 Total new work-------------------------- ---------- $6,229. 71 No additional funds are recommended for expenditure in fiscal year 1954. FLOOD CONTROIL---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 141 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated------- .........-------...... -- 256, 000. 00 -$88, 500 1$1,434, 500. 00 -$155, 000 ...........------------ Cost --------------- _ $1, 393.35 9, 663. 62 4,450.06 189. 65 $2. 50 1 1, 428, 270. 29 Expenditures-------......... 1, 393. 35 9, 644. 63 4, 165. 57 431. 13 64. 50 11, 428, 270. 29 1Includes $295,000 Public Works funds; in addition the sum of $385 has been expended from contributed funds for new work. Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952__--- -------- _ ..-.- $6, 229. 71 Unob i4ated balance available for fiscal year 1953- __--------- 6,229. 71 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project---------------------------- 276, 500. 00 65. RIVERDALE, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.--Riverdale is in the northern portion of the town of West Springfield, Mass., in Hampden County, on the west bank of the Connecticut River. It is located 80 miles from the mouth. Existing project.---The plan of improvement involves the construc- tion of approximately 12,700 feet of earth levee, two pumping stations and three stop-log storage structures. The levee provides protection against a flood greater than any of record, reduced by the approved plan of reservoirs. The grades are at all points above the maximum stage of the greatest flood of record, that of March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941 (H. Doc. 724, 76th Cong., 3d sess.). The estimated cost of the work, revised in 1951 is $1,139,000 for construction, and $50,000 for lands and damages. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. The town of West Springfield has contributed $25,000 to defray the cost of local drainage works. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Operations during the fiscal year consisted of engineering studies, inspections and reports. Costs from regular funds for new work were $1,491.89. Expenditures were $1,502.49. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the project, initiated in April 1949, was completed in December 1950. Work re- maining consists of preparation of record drawings. Total costs and expenditures from regular funds for new work have been $1,137,421.91 and $25,000 from contributed funds, a total of $1,162,421.91. Proposed operations.-Funds unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $1,578.09, will be applied to preparation of record drawings. No additional funds are recommended for expenditure. 245554-53-vol. 1- 10 142 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: ........... Appropriated ...............-------- ----------- 612, 000. 00 -$10,000.00 ----------- $1,144, 000. 00 Cost----------------- $695. 83 $338, 280. 13 6 39, 329. 67 7, 121. 76 $1, 491. 89 1, 137, 421.91 Expenditures--------- 695. 83 124, 489. 46 860, 173. 52 30, 057.98 1,502.49 11, 137, 421.91 1 In addition $25,000 has been expended from contributed funds for new work. Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 .. _____----- ---- $6, 578. 09 Revocation for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953-----------------5, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953--------------- 1, 578. 09 66. WEST SPRINGFIELD, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.-West Springfield, Mass., is located in Hampden County on the west bank of the Connecticut River, 76 miles above the mouth. Existing project.-The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of a system of levees and flood walls, approximately 24,500 feet in length, extending along the Connecticut and Westfield Rivers for the protection of the section of town located on the point of land above the junction of and between the two rivers, Three pumping stations are provided for the disposal of the interior drainage. The protection system extends from high ground in the vicinity of Harri- son Place downstream along the Connecticut River and thence up- stream along the Westfield River to high ground at the Boston & Albany Railroad and involves the construction of approximately 2,300 feet of concrete flood wall, enlargement of 13,700 feet of existing levee, 2,400 feet of bank improvement, 6,100 feet of foundation treatment and three pumping stations. The levees and walls are designed to protect against a flood greater than any of record reduced by the approved plan of reservoirs. The levee and wall grades are at all points above the maximum stage of the greatest flood of record, that of March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938 (H. Doc. 455, 75th Cong., 2d sess.), and modified by the Flood Control Act of August 18, 1941 (H. Doc. 653, 76th Cong., 3d sess.). The estimated cost of new work, revised in 1951 is $1,678,000 for construction and $30,000 for lands and damages. In addition to the authorized existing project, supple- mentary work with relief labor has been undertaken at a cost of $223,- 947.21 pursuant to the provisions of the Emergency Relief Act approved June 21,1938. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Operationsconsisted of preparation of plans and specifications and issuance of invitations to bid on construction of relief well and drainage system. Costs from regular funds were $8,277.73. Expenditures were $8,003.43. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-Constructionof the authorized proj- FLOOD CONTROL---NEW. ENGLAND DIVISION 143 ect was initiated in March 1939 and completed in July 1942 with the exception of the foundation treatment along the Westfield River, south of the Agawam Bridge, which was initiated in May 1947 and completed in November 1947. Work remaining to be done consists of construc- tion of relief well and drainage system. Total costs have been $245,000 from Public Works Administration funds and $1,027,766 from regular funds, a total of $1,272,766. Expenditures have been $1,272,310.34. Proposed operations.-Funds unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $405,689.66 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952 __---------.--- -- - $455. 66 .. New work: Construction of relief well and drainage system-------- 405, 234. 00 Total all work------- ----------------------------- 405, 689.66 The expenditures proposed above will complete the project. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated......... -$10,000.00 ------- 1,--.- -- -$72,000.00 1$400, 000. 00 1 $1,678, 000. 00 -------------- Cost_ 243, 192. 58 $2, 044.65 $17,062. 57 11, 216. 79 8, 277. 73 11, 272, 766. 00 Expenditures _...... - 245, 382.20 1,807. 17 16, 352.46 11, 983.02 8,003.43 1 1, 272,310.34 1 Includes $245,000 Public Works funds. Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_-______-__-__----- $404,961. 66 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953-__------ 404, 961. 66 67. HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, CONN. Location.-Hartford, Conn., is located in Hartford County on the west bank of the Connecticut River, 52 miles above the mouth. Existing project.--The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of a system of levees and flood walls approximately 38,000 feet long, along the Connecticut River from high ground immediately north of town to high ground immediately south of town, with the Park River, which discharges into the Connecticut River at about the center of town, confined between concrete walls discharging through a short conduit section through the Connecticut River dike, including pumping stations for the disposal of interior drainage. The improvements as planned involved the construction of approximately 4,000 linear feet of concrete flood wall, 22,000 feet of earth dike, and an enlargement of 12,000 feet of existing dike along the Con- necticut River, the construction of 5,600 linear feet of concrete con- duit on the Park River, construction of 2,400 feet of conduit on Gully Brook, construction of 1,900 feet of conduit on Folly Brook, con- struction of five stop-log structures, three pumping stations, and other appurtenant drainage structures and facilities. The project grade for levees and walls was designed to protect against a flood 144 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 greater than any of record, as modified by an approved plan of res- ervoirs for flood control in the Connecticut River Basin. The grades at all points were above the maximum stage of the record flood, that of March 1936. At the request of the city of Hartford, the wall and dike grades were increased 5 to 6 feet, the crown width for levees increased from 10 to 15 feet, a conduit provided for the Park River in lieu of the open channel improvement; special equipment provided for the Keney Lane and Bushnell Park pumping stations, and a super- structure of special architectural treatment provided for the Bushnell Park pumping station. Additional expense of approximately $2,725,- 000 involved in these changes is being borne by the city of Hartford. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved June 28, 1938 (H. Doc. 455, 75th Cong., 2d sess.), and mod- ified by the Flood Control Act of August 18, 1941 (H. Doc. 653, 76th Cong., 3d sess.), the act of October 26, 1942 (Public Law 759, 77th Cong., 2d sess.), and the act of 1950 (Public Law 516, 81st Cong., 2d sess.). The estimated cost of new work for the authorized proj- ect, revised in 1952, is $6,754,000 for construction and $900,000 for lands and damages, exclusive of the cost of the additional work de- sired by the city. In addition to the authorized existing project, supplementary work with relief labor has been undertaken at a cost of $388,221.82 pursuant to the provisions of the Emergency Relief Act approved June 21, 1938. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. In addition, $2,771,630 has been contributed by the city to cover the increased cost of con- structing the dikes to a higher grade, constructing a conduit instead of walls for the Park River, and including special features in the Keney Lane and Bushnell Park pumping stations. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at the end of fiscal year.-Constructionof the authorized project was initiated in December 1938 and is substantially completed. Work remaining to be done consists of the construction of Folly Brook conduit and construction to final grade of a stop-log structure and a short section of earth dike. The costs and expenditures for the existing project have been $835,000 from Public Works Administra- tion funds, $5,637,089.90 from regular funds, and $2,527,613.69 from contributed funds, a total of $8,999,703.59 for new work. Proposed operations.-Fundsunexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $250,926.41 will be applied as follows: Unallocated contributed funds available for city's share of cost of completion of project_----------------------------------- $244, 016. 31 Held pending receipt of additional funds for design and construction of Folly Brook conduit-- ------------------ --------------- 6, 910. 10 Total new work--..---------------------------------250, 926. 41 The additional sum of $25,000 can be profitably expended in fiscal year 1954 for preparation of detailed and contract plans and specifica- tions for Folly Brook dike. FLOOD CONTROL---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 145 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---------.---------- - $60,000.00 $10,000.00 ---------- 1$----------- 6,479,000.00 Cost--.------------$.312, 054.55 323,933.88 29, 452.88 $8,093.56------------ 16, 472,089.90 Expenditures.---- 230, 497. 11 339, 269.69 99,470. 02 8,689. 00 ------------ 6,472, 089.90 1 Includes $835,000 Public Works Administration funds. Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------------------ $6, 910.10 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------ 6, 910.10 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project .----------- ------- __ 275,000. 00 Contributedfunds Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated----------------.........----...........-----------------------------------------........... $2, 771, 630. 00 Cost --------------....... $81, 391.73 $192, 971. 71 $11, 000 ----------------- 2, 527, 613. 69 Expenditures--------......... 81, 391. 73 192, 971. 71 11, 000 ----------------------- 2, 527, 613. 69 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------------------------$244, 016.31 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------- 244, 016. 31 68. WINSTED, CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN, CONN. Location.-Winsted is located in Litchfield County, on the Mad River, a tributary of the Farmington River, which in turn is a tribu- tary of the Connecticut River, 115 miles from the mouth. Existing project.-The plan of improvement involves improvement of the channel of Mad River to reduce flood heights. The work con- sists of the removal of one dam and the excavation of a trapezoidal channel from Lake Street, to a point approximately 1,600 feet below the Case Avenue Bridge with an average bottom width of 7 feet and 1-on-21/2 side slopes. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941 (H. Doc. 724, 76th Cong., 3d sess.). The estimated cost of the work, revised in 1950, is $171,500 for construction. The sum of $30,000 for land and damages is to be paid by local interests. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Assurances of cooperation were accepted by the Chief of Engineers on March 16, 1949. Operations and results during fiscal year.--Operations consisted of construction and preparation of as-built drawings. Costs from regu- lar funds were $152,019.14. Expenditures were $170,050.32. Condition at end of fiscal year.--Construction of the project initi- ated in May 1950 was completed October 1951. Work remaining to be done consists of preparation of operation and maintennace manual. 146 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Total costs from regular funds have been $246,301.46. Expenditures have been $245,258.96. A portion of the expenditures indicated for this project, which are in excess of the estimated cost, are reimbursible from the bonding company due to default of contractor. Proposed operations.9-Fundsunexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $39,741.04, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952 ------------------------- $1, 042. 50 New work: Retained pending adjustment of costs in connection with defaulted contract----------- ---------------------- 38, 460. 48 Preparation operation and maintenance manual- --------------- 238. 06 Total------- -------------------------------- 39, 741. 04 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and flnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---- ----------------------- $88, 500.00 $75,000.00 ------------ $285, 000. 00, Cost -------------------------- 516. 61 20, 591. 03 64, 662. 52 $152,019. 14 246, 331. 46 Expenditures- --.... 514.99 19,087.07 47, 094.42 170, 050. 32 245, 258. 96 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952-- ----------------- $38, 698.54 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953---------- 38, 698.54 69. THOMASTON RESERVOIR, HOUSATNIC RIVER BASIN, CONN. Location.-The site of the proposed Thomaston Reservoir is on the Naugatuck River about 30 miles above its junction with the Housa- tonic River and about 1 mile north of Thomaston, Conn. The reser- voir will extend upstream approximately 6.4 miles. Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of a rolled earthfill and rock dam 1,800 feet long at the crest line, ris- ing 136 feet above the stream bed and providing a storage capacity of 41,500 acre-feet. The spillway will consist of an open side chan- nel constructed in rock on the right abutment and a low concrete weir with discharge capacity of 63,800 cubic feet per second. The outlet will consist of a 15-foot diameter tunnel 765 feet long. Con- trol will be accomplished by gates mechanically operated through a shaft from a house above. The drainage area controlled is 97 square miles. The reservoir will be operated for the flood protection of Waterbury and the other communities downstream on the Naugatuck River. The estimated cost, revised in 1952 is $4,457,000 for construction and $9,160,000 for lands and damages, including highway, railroad and utility relocations; a total of $13,617,000 for new work. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved December 22, 1944 (H. Doc. 338, 77th Cong., 1st sess.). Local cooperation.-Section3 of the Flood Control Act approved December 22, 1944, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Studies were made in FLOOD CONTROL--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 147 connection with preparation of detailed plans. Costs and expendi- tures from regular funds for new work were $119. Condition at the end of fiscal year.-Detailedplans were 5 percent complete. No construction work has been done. Total costs and expenditures from regular funds for new work have been $25,042.31. Proposed operations.-None. No funds are available. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated----......... ............ ----.........--------..----- ...---.....----- -$25, 000 -$44,957.69 $25,042. 31 Cost ..---------------........... $2, 026. 98 $14, 794. 57 $286. 43------------ ............ 119.00 25, 042. 31 Expenditures------.. -..... 2,014. 88 14, 598. 60 494. 50 .......---------..... 119.00 25, 042. 31 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-------- $13, 591,957. 69 70. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS AND CONTINGENCIES FOR FLOOD CONTROL The cost of work during the year amounted to $335,475.43 of which $327,654.67 was for work in connection with the New England-New York Inter-Agency Committee. Expenditures were $363,006.77 of which $353,979.97 was for work in connection with the New England- New York Inter-Agency Committee. Total costs have been $1,816,- 051.26. The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amount- ing to $113,668.20 plus an allotment of $105,000 for fiscal year 1953 and accounts receivable amounting to $449.98, a total of $219,118.18 will be applied during the fiscal year to payment of accounts payable amounting to $29,479.89 and to expenses incurred under this heading. The sum of $642,100 for preliminary examinations and surveys can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto1948 Maintenance: Appropriated......... $60, 000.00 $108, 900.00 $175, 000.00 $485, 500.00 $281, 700.00 1 $1, 900, 689. 55 Cost ---------------.... 43, 534. 35 107, 342. 10 180, 247. 15 362, 681. 35 335, 475. 43 2 1, 816, 051. 26 Expenditures --------.. 39, 815. 25 108, 618. 51 173, 327. 71 314, 770. 76 363,006. 77 3 1, 786, 660. 92 1Includes $739,500 for New England-New York Inter-Agency Committee Survey. I s Includes $657,126.95 for New England-New York Inter-Agency Committee Survey. Includes $627,895.23 for New England-New York Inter-Agency Committee Survey. 148 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 71. INACTIVE FLOOD CONTROL PROJECTS For last Cost and expenditures Estimated full report to June 30, 1952 amount Name of project see annual required to report complete for- New work Marntenance 1. Hopkinton-Everett Reservoir, Merrimack River Basin, N. H_...-.---.-......--....... 1941 $67,131.49 ............ (1) 2. Mountain Brook Reservoir, Merrimack River Basin, N. H__ -- --------------- 1949 56, 890. 52 ----------............ (2) 3. Bennington Reservoir, Merrimack River Basin, N. H-- ----- ---- 1949 204, 692. 27 ---------- 4 $11,101,307. 73 4. Beards Brook Reservoir, Merrimack River Basin, N. H...------ ....- 1949 77. 811. 55 ............ 4 6, 523, 188. 45 5. Nashua, Merrimack River Basin, N. H-......... 1950 270, 000. 00 ..---------.......... (5) 6. North Andover and Lawrence, Merrimack River Basin, Mass .__- -. _- _ 1949 19, 488. 54 ............---------- 4 1, 504, 511. 46 7. Lowell, Merrimack River Basin, Mass ........ 1945 490,600.00 ...--------......... (5) 8. Woonsocket, Blackstone River Basin, R. I-.... 1951 ........................ 41,715,000.00 9. Pawtucket, Blackstone River Basin, R. I-...... 1949 4 184,000.00 10. Clyde, Pawtuxet River Basin, R. I---...____........ 1948 8, 830. 09 ............---------- 3 6 601, 169. 91 11. Pontiac Diversion, Pawtuxet River Basin, R. I- 1948 24, 216. 64 ............----------6 5, 245, 783. 36 3 12. Westville Reservoir, Thames River Basin, Mass_ 1949 78, 567. 85 ............-- 44, 846, 432. 15 13. South Coventry Reservoir, Thames River Basin, Conn ............. 1951 96, 000.00. ------------ 4 9, 396, 000. 00 14. North Springfield Reservoir, Connecticut River Basin, Vt-....--- ------- 1949 9, 004. 96 ---------- 4 8, 427, 995. 04 15. Brockway Reservoir, Connecticut River Basin, Vt................................ 1946 49, 601, 000.00 16. Williamsville Reservoir, Connecticut River Basin, Vt .. ---- -------- ---- 1949 146, 501. 62 --.......... (7) 17. West Canaan Reservoir, Connecticut River Basin, N. H ....................---- - 1948 91,900.31 ---------- 4 8, 201, 099. 69 18. Claremont Reservoir, Connecticut River Basin, N. H -- --------- 1949 206,794.68 ............----------4 11, 587, 205. 32 19. Honey Hill Reservoir, Connecticut River Basin, N. H ... -- -- --- 1949 92, 215. 07- ............ 4 3, 655, 784. 93 20. West Brookfield Reservoir, Connecticut River Basin, Mass ................. -- 1948 67,154.11 ............---------- 4 8, 042, 845. 89 21. Northampton, Connecticut River Basin, Mass_ 1950 960, 000.000 ........----------.... (5) 22. Springfield, Connecticut River Basin, Mass .-- 1950 932, 000. 00 ...---------- (5) 23. East Hartford, Connecticut River Basin, Conn_ 1951 2,135,447.02 ............- (5) 24. West Hill Reservoir, Blackstone River Basin, Mass ................................. 1951 82, 723. 728- -73 ..--. 2, 333, 276. 28 25. Worcester Diversion, Blackstone River Basin, Mass . 1951 69, 736. 88----......- 3, 744, 263.12 26. Buffumville Reservoir, Thames River Basin, Mass_-- - 1951 114, 637. 68 --...------ 2, 281, 362. 32 27. East Brimfield Reservoir, Thames River Basin, Mass__ 1951 69, 942. 28 ......- ..---- 4, 579, 057. 72 28. North Hartland Reservoir, Connecticut River Basin, Vt..._----- - - 1951 28, 960. 87 ............ 8, 803, 039.13 29. Townshend Reservoir, Connecticut River Basin, Vt ...------------------------- 1951 70, 505. 48 ............ 9, 210, 494. 52 1 Bennington and Beards Brook Reservoirs have been substituted. 2 A dam has been constructed by private interests at the site. 3 Cost revised in 1949. 4 Cost revised in 1952. ' Completed. 6 Authorization expired due to failure of local interests to furnish assurances within the 5-year period allowed by law. 7 The Island, Townshend and Ball Mountain Reservoirs have been substituted. FLOOD CONTROIr--NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 149 72. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood-control acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Docu- Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to ment menda- Congress No. tion Acushnet River and New Bedford and River and Harbor Act, Fairhaven Harbors, Mass., particularly Mar. 2, 1945. to provide greater depth in the eastern portion of the anchorage basin and for the improvement of navigation, flood control and related purposes. Ammonoosuc River, N. H., tributary of Flood control Committee the Connecticut River. resolution, May 28, 1941. Aroostook River and tributaries,Maine..-- Flood Control Act, June 30,1948. Connecticut and Chicopee Rivers-......... Flood Control Act, Aug. 28, 1937. Connecticut and Merrimack Rivers and Flood Control Act, May their tributaries, and such other streams 17, 1950. in the States of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, where power de- velopments appears feasible and prac- ticable, to determine the hydroelectric potentialities, in combination with other water and resource development. Connecticut River and tributaries includ- Flood Control Committee ing Westfield River. resolution, June 16, 1938. Connecticut River and tributaries for Senate Public Works Com- flood control on Passumpsic River and mittee resolution, June tributaries, particularly in vicinity of 9, 1948. St. Johnsbury, Vt. Connecticut River and tributaries, for Flood Control Committee substitute flood-control project in place resolution, May 28,1941. of Sugar Hill Dam and Reservoir on Ammonoosuc River, N. H. Connecticut River, Mass., between Hat- Flood Control Act, Aug. field and Mount Tom. 11, 1939. Fairhaven and New Bedford Harbors River and Harbor Act, and the Acushnet River, Mass., greater Mar. 2, 1945. depth in the eastern portion of anchorage basin and for navigation, flood control and related purposes. Green River, Mass..-------------------- Flood Control Act, Aug. 11, 1939. Housatonic River, Conn., Mass., and N. Y. Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Feb. 4, 1949. Israel River, at and in the vicinity of Flood Control Act, May Lancaster, New Hampshire, in the in- 17, 1950. terest of flood control and related pur- poses. Kennebec River, Maine------------------ Commerce Committee res- olution, March 28, 1936. Kennebec River and tributaries, Maine.... Flood Control Act, June 22, 1936. Kennebec River, Maine................... Flood Control Act, June 22,1936. Merrimack and Connecticut Rivers and Flood Control Act, May their tributariesand such other streams 17, 1950. in the States of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, where power develop- ments appears feasible and practicable. Merrimack River, Mass., and N. H. with River and Harbor Act, a view to improvement for navigation, June 20, 1938. flood control and water power. Mystic River and its tributaries, Massa- Flood Control Act, May chusetts (between the Wellington Bridge 17, 1950. and the Craddock Bridge). Narragaugus River and tributaries, Maine_ Flood Control Act, July July 27,1951 Unfavor- 24, 1946. able. New Bedford and Fairhaven Harbors River and Harbor Act, and the Acushnet River, Mass., to Mar. 2, 1945. provide greater depth in the eastern portion of the anchorage basin and for the improvement of navigation, flood control, and related purposes. 150 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood-control acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Docu- Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to ment menda- Congress No. tion Passumpsic River and tributaries, par- Senate Public Works Com- ...------------------- ticularly in the vicinity of St. Johns- mittee resolution, June bury, Vt. 9, 1948. St. Johnsbury, Vt., Passumpsic River .....---- do--.............----------------- ...............---------------..... and tributaries in vicinity of. Sugar Hill Dam and Reservoir, substi- Flood Control Committee --------------------- tute flood control project on Ammo- resolution, May 28, 1941. noosuc River, Connecticut River Basin. Thames River and its tributaries, Con- House Public Works Com- -........--------- -------- necticut. mittee resolution June 17, 1948. Westfield River, tributary of the Con- Flood Control Committee-------------------........ necticut River. resolution, June 16,1938. 73. FLOOD-CONTROL WORK UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 205, PUBLIC LAW 858, EIGHTIETH CONGRESS, SECOND SESSION, NORWALK, NORWALK RIVER BASIN, CONN. Section 205 of Public Law 858, Eightieth Congress, second session, approved June 30, 1948, authorized the Secretary of the Army "to allot from any appropriations heretofore or hereafter made for flood control, not to exceed $2,000,000 for any one fiscal year, for the con- struction of small flood control projects not specifically authorized by Congress, * * * Provided, That not more than $100,000 shall be allotted for this purpose at any single locality from the appropria- tions for any one fiscal year: * * *" Under authority of this act, the sum of $48,000 was allotted for construction of the Norwalk River Channel Improvement. Location.-The project is located on the Norwalk River in the Perry Avenue section of the city of Norwalk, Fairfield County, Conn. Existing project.-The plan of improvement involves enlargement and limited realinement of the channel of the Norwalk River to reduce flood heights. The work consists of the removal of 1 dam, excavation of a trapezoidal channel approximately 1,700 feet long with an average bottom width of 75 feet and 1- on 2-side slopes, and construction of a dike approximately 1,100 feet long with a top width of 12 feet and 1- on 2-side slopes. The estimated cost of the work is $52,200 for construction and $2,800 for lands and damages. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Fully com- plied with. Operationsand results during fiscal year.---Work on the project was completed. Costs were $48,085.94. Expenditures were $48,086.36. Condition at end of fiscal year.--Construction of the project was initiated in October 1951 and completed in December 1951. No work remains to be done. Total costs from regular funds for new work have been $52,150.50. Expenditures have been $52,145.64. FLOOD CONTROI---NEW ENGLAND DIVISION 151 Proposed operations.-None. Funds unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $26.24 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable to June 30, 1952 .__----------- ------ ___ $4. 86 ___21.------------ Payment of unaudited obligations------------ 38 I'1otaI--------------------------- m.,-n-l $26. 24 No additional funds are required. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30. 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated--------- ------ ------------ $48,000.00. ------------ $9, 000.00 $57,000.00 Cost--------------- --------------------- 3, 514. 62 $549.96 48, 085.94 52, 150. 50 Expenditures ...-------.....--------------------- 3, 421.82 637. 46 48, 086. 36 52, 145. 64 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 ----------------------- $4, 828.12 Revocation for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953--------------- -4, 828.12 IMPROVEMENT OF RIVERS AND HARBORS IN THE NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT This district comprises western Vermont, small portions of western Massachusetts and Connecticut, eastern New York, including Long Island, and northeastern New Jersey, embraced in the drainage basins tributary to Lake Champlain and the St. Lawrence River system east thereof and to the Atlantic Ocean from New York-Connecticut State line to, but not including, Manasquan Inlet, N. J. It exercises jurisdiction, however, over all matters pertaining to the improvement of the Great Lakes to Hudson River waterway; and, for the purposes of study, investigation, and survey for the St. Law- rence River seaway and power project, over the International Rapids section of the St. Lawrence River, extending from Chimney Point to the foot of Cornwall Island. District engineer: Col. E. P. Ketchum, Corps of Engineers, to July 31, 1951; and Col. A. H. Davidson, Jr., Corps of Engineers, district engineer since that date. Division engineer of the North Atlantic Division, New York, N. Y., comprising the New York, N. Y., Philadelphia, Pa., Baltimore, Md., Washington, D. C., and Norfolk, Va., districts: Col. F. F. Frech, Corps of Engineers to March 14, 1952; and Col. B. B. Talley, Corps of Engi- neers, division engineer since that date. IMPROVEMENTS Navigation Navigation-Continued Page Page 1. Port Chester Harbor, N. Y.... 154 27. Hudson River Channel, New 2. 3. 4. Mamaroneck Harbor, N. Y.... 156 East Chester Creek, N. Y- Westchester Creek, N. Y-.... -. 157 159 York Harbor_ ----- 28. New York Harbor-Collection __. - of drift----------- ------ 205 201 5. Bronx River, N. Y----------- 160 29. Rondout Harbor, N. Y___ _-206 6. Harbor at Flushing Bay, N. Y. 162 30. Hudson River, N. Y ___ -- 208 7. Hempstead Harbor, N. Y _ _ _ 164 31. Great Lakes to Hudson River 8. Huntington Harbor, N. Y--- 165 waterway, enlargement of 9. Port Jefferson Harbor, N. Y. 168 New York State Barge Canal_ 213 10. Mattituck Harbor, N. Y _.. - 169 32. Narrows of Lake Champlain, 11. Peconic River, N. Y _------ 171 N. Y. and Vermont -------- 216 12. Lake Montauk Harbor, N. Y_ 172 33. Newark Bay, Hackensack and 13. Long Island Intracoastal Passaic Rivers, N. J -------- 218 Waterway, N. Y_------- 174 34. New York and New Jersey 14. Great South Bay, N. Y - - 175 Channels _ 222 15. Fire Island Inlet, N. Y -------- 176 35. Raritan River to Arthur Kill 16. Jones Inlet, N. Y_- --- ___ 178 cut-off channel, N. J..-------.. 227 17. East Rockaway (Debs) Inlet, 36. Woodbridge Creek, N. J....... 228 N. Y------------------- 179 37. Raritan River, N. J ------ 229 18. Jamaica Bay, N. Y---------- 181 38. Washington Canal and South 19. New York Harbor: Entrance River, N. J_--_---- 233 channels and anchorage 39. Shoal Harbor and Compton areas-_ - -__---___-.--184 Creek, N. J---------- 234 20. Coney Island Creek, N. Y _ -_ 188 40. Sandy Hook Bay, N. J_----- 236 21. Bay Ridge and Red Hook 41. Shrewsbury River, N. J_ .... 237 Channels, N. Y-----------189 42. Shark River, N. J _ -- 240 22. Gowanus Creek Channel, N. Y. 191 43. Examinations, surveys and 23. Buttermilk Channel, N. Y-.... 192 contingencies (General) - 241 24. East River, N. Y------------194 44. Plant allotment------------- 242 25. Newtown Creek, N. Y--------....... 197 45. Inactive navigation projects - 242 26. Harlem River, N. Y--------- 200 46. Miscellaneous activities...------- 243 153 154 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Flood Control Flood Control-Continued Page Page 47. Rutland, Otter Creek, Vt_ 246 55. Miscellaneous activities------- 257 48. Hoosick Falls, Hoosic River 56. Emergen cy bank protection Basin, Vt---------------- 247 work under authority of the 49. North Adams, Hoosic River Flood Control Act approved Basin, Mass__ __248 December 22, 1944, as 50. Adams, Hoosic River Basin, amended___-____-- ___ 257 Mass_--- _ ------- __- 251 57. Emergency flood control work 51. Preliminary examinations, sur- under authority of the Flood veys and contingencies for Control Act approved August flood control_-------------254 18, 1941, as amended, and 52. Inspection of completed works_ 255 the Flood Control Act, ap- 53. Inactive flood control projects _ 255 proved June 30, 1948 --_ 258 54. Snagging and clearing under 58. Flood protection work under authority of Section 2 of the authority of Section 205 of the Flood Control Act approved Flood Control Act approved August 28, 1937, as June 30, 1948, as amended _ 260 amended---------------- 255 1. PORT CHESTER HARBOR, N. Y. Location.-This harbor, located at the boundary between the States of New York and Connecticut, comprises the tidal mouth, about 1.7 miles in length, of the Byram River whose source is in Byram Lake about 12 miles north of Port Chester. The river empties into Long Island Sound about 32 miles by water east of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 222.) Prevous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of June 10, 1872, modified in 1884 and 1888, and by the River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1899, and March 2, 1907. For further details see annual report for 1915, page 1758, and annual report for 1938, page 157. Existing project.-This provides for an anchorage basin near the breakwater constructed at Byram Point under a previous project, 12 feet deep, for fenders on the east bank opposite the southern end of Fox Island, and for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water and 150 feet wide from Long Island Sound to the mouth of the river at the southerly point of Fox Island; thence 10 feet deep and 100 feet wide to 900 feet below the fixed bridge at Mill Street in Port Chester, including a turning basin opposite the steamboat landing; and thence 3 feet deep and 175 to 100 feet wide to 100 feet below the fixed bridge. The length of the section included in the project is about 1.7 miles. Mean tidal range, 7.1 feet; mean range of spring tides, 8.5 feet; irregu- lar fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 4 feet below mean low water up to 4.5 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $439,500, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects, and $5,500 to be contributed by local interests. The latest (1927) approved esti- mate for annual cost of maintenance after completion is $3,000. RIVERS AND HARBORS---NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 155 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 25, 1910 Entrance channel 12 feet deep, thence 10 feet deep H. Doc. 1165, 60th Cong., 2d sess. to and including turning basin, thence 3 feet deep to head of improvement. July 3,1930 Widening turning basin, dredging anchorage basin, Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. and constructing fenders on east bank. 23, 70th Cong., 2d sess. 1 Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930, provides that local interests shall contribute $5,500 in cash toward widening the channel at the turning basin. This condition has not been fulfilled and there is no indication as to when compliance may be expected. Terminalfacilities.-There are 34 terminals in Port Chester Harbor between Fox Island and the Mill Street Bridge, with a total berthage of about 5,300 feet, of which 3,210 feet are available for dockage. The village of Port Chester owns several bulkheads which are used as pub- lic landings for small pleasure craft. Several boatyards with storage space for 75 boats and equipped with a total of 3 marine railways are available for pleasure craft. The facilities appear to be adequate for existing commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facilities, see Port and Terminal Facilities of the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $582.30 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 94 percent completed. When examined in June 1952 the controlling mean low water depth was 11 feet for a width varying from 130 to 50 feet from Long Island Sound to Fox Island, 8 feet in the anchorage, thence 10 feet for a width varying from 50 to 100 feet to the turning basin, 10 feet in turning basin, thence depths vary from 4 feet to 1 foot for full width to upper limit of 3-foot project. The work re- maining to be done under the existing project consists of widening the turning basin and constructing fenders on the bank opposite the southern end of Fox Island. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $482,835.55 of which $358,475.33 was for new work and $124,360.22 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. 156 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--......... ............-- -----............--- ........................---.......-- $433, 470. 43 Cost......---------------------------------------............ ...-------............ -------- ------------ 433, 470. 43 Expenditures------.........------------------..........--............ ....................... 433, 470. 43 Maintenance: ............ Appropriated......... -$9, 538. 31 -------------------------------- $582.30 140, 729. 34 Cost......--------------- 28, 503. 25--------.........-------------------------............ 582. 30 140, 729. 34 ------- Expenditures......... 33, 283. 96 ............------.......----....---..........-----------.. 582. 30 140, 729. 34 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_---------------$81,000. 00 2. MAMARONECK HARBOR, N. Y. Location.--This harbor is situated on the north shore of Long Island Sound, 5 miles west of the Connecticut State line, and 27 miles by water east of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 222.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of Au- gust 2, 1882, modified in 1899, and by River and Harbor Act of July 25, 1912. For further details see Annual Reports for 1915, 1924, and 1938, pages 1759, 141, and 160, respectively. Existing project.--This provides for a channel 10 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet wide from deep water in Long Island Sound to Orienta Point, and thence 80 feet wide to a point about 150 feet below the Boston Post Road, including an extension to the northeast 300 feet long and 80 feet wide, all with widening at bends; for an anchorage in the East Basin of same depth; and for an anchorage in the West Basin 6 feet deep at mean low water with a channel of like depth and 80 feet wide connecting this anchorage with the main channel. Length of section included in project, 13/4 miles. Mean tidal range, 6.9 feet; mean range of spring tides, 8.3 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.9 feet below mean low water up to 8.5 feet above mean high water. The cost for new work, for the completed project, was $126,679, exclusive of $18,728 contributed funds and amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $5,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Sept. 22,1922 Dredging 10-foot channel and anchorage--..------- . Doc. 651, 66th Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 20, 1935 Dredging 6-foot anchorage in West Basin and its Rivers and Harbors Committee Doe. 4, approach channel. 74th Cong., 1st sess.' 1 Contains latest published maps. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 157 Local cooperation.-Fully complied with except that local interests are required to provide adequate and suitable spoil-disposal areas suitably diked or bulkheaded as needed. Terminal facilities.-There are 11 wharves with a total available berthage of 2,865 feet along the shores of the harbor; 7 are located in East Basin and 4 are located in West Basin. Ten of the wharves are equipped with freight- and boat-handling facilities; none has railroad connections. One wharf with a berthage of 235 feet is publicly owned. Seven boatyards with storage space for 1,050 boats and equipped with marine railways are available for pleasure craft. Smallboat landings, consisting of floats, having a total berthage of 400 feet, are available to the public. The facilities are adequate for existing commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facilities, see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $400.00 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced October 1924 and completed July 1939. When ex- amined in March 1952, the controlling mean low water depth in the main channel was 9 feet for a width varying from 100 to 65 feet from Long Island Sound to the East Basin anchorage area, where the depth was 7 feet. The controlling depth in the West Basin and connecting channel was 6 feet below mean low water when examined in April 1949. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $187,468.19, of which $145,407.89 was for new work, $126,- 679.83 of which was United States funds, and $18,728.06 contributed funds, and $42,060.30 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--------- ----------------------------------------------- 1$207,404.26 Cost------------------------------------ ----- ------------ ----------- 1207, 404. 26 Expenditures.-- ------------------------------------------........---------- 207, 404. 26 Maintenance: Appropriated----- $1, 600 ....--..------------............ $250 ............ $------------400 55, 475. 16 Cost ...---------------- ------------ 1, 600 250 ------------.......... 400 55,475.16 Expenditures ................... 1, 600 250 ............ 400 55, 475. 16 SExclusive of $18,728.06 contributed funds expended for new work. 3. EAST CHESTER CREEK, N. Y. Location.-This creek, also known as Hutchinson River, is a small tidal stream emptying into East Chester Bay, an indentation in the north shore of Long Island Sound immediately north of Throgs Neck, 12 miles southwest of the Connecticut State line and 21 miles by water 245554---53---vol. 1--11 158 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 northeast of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 223.) Previousprojects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1873, June 25, 1910, and July 3, 1930. For further details see annual report for 1915, page 1761, annual report for 1929, page 167, annual report for 1938, page 163, and annual report for 1949, page 208. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 10 feet deep at mean low water and generally 150 feet wide from Long Island Sound through East Chester Bay to a point 700 feet below the Boston Post Road Bridge, and thence 70 feet wide extending to a point where the creek divides into a Y, thence approximately 1,000 feet into the east branch of the Y and approximately 500 feet into the west branch of the Y; a passing basin south of the Boston Post Road Bridge; widening of the channel at the Boston Post Road Bridge; and for construction of a check dam at the head of navigation. Length of section included in project, 5 miles. Mean tidal range, 7.3 feet in the estuary; mean range of spring tides, 8.6 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.9 feet below mean low water up to 8.1 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, made in 1952, is $664,000, exclu- sive of amounts expended on previous projects. The estimate of annual cost of maintenance, revised in 1950, is $29,800. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950 (H. Doc. 749, 80th Cong., 2d sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, provides that local interests shall: (a) Furnish free of cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and suitable areas for disposal of dredged material during construction of the project and for subsequent maintenance, as and when required. (b) Hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction works and subsequent maintenance. These conditions have not been fulfilled. Terminal facilities.-There are 30 wharves with a total berthage space of 9,528 feet available for use along the upper end of the water- way. Eight of the wharves are equipped with mechanical handling devices. The existing terminal facilities are adequate to meet the present requirements of commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facilities, see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Under contract for maintenance dredging to restore previous project depth of 8 feet, work was commenced April 15, 1952 and was in progress at the end of the fiscal year. During the fiscal year 110,828 cubic yards, place measurement of material were removed at a cost of $121,891.50 for maintenance under the previous project. The cost of surveys and engineering preliminary to dredging was $3,389.75 for maintenance under the previous project. The total cost of work was $125,281.25 for maintenance under the previous project. The total expenditure was $66,765.90. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No work has been done under the RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 159 existing project and there have been no costs or expenditures. When examined between April 1949 and June 1952 the controlling depth at mean low water was 8 feet for a width of 150 feet from Long Island Sound to 300 feet below Fulton Avenue Bridge, thence the depths decrease from 8 feet to 1 foot in the Y-shaped portion of the waterway. The minimum width through bridge draws is 59.6 feet. The head of navigation is about 1,550 feet above the Fulton Avenue Bridge. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $139,116.75 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 _____ - ______ _____--- $60, 177. 08 Maintenance: Completed by July 17, 1952, under contract in force, dredging to restore the channel to previous project dept of 8 feet--------------------------- ------------ 8, 939. 67 Total -------------------- ---- ---------------- 139, 116. 75 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated------------------------------ ----------------------...........--..................-- ....... 1 $592, 056. 65 Cost------------- ---------------------------------------------------- 1 592, 056. 65 Expenditures ... _ _-----------.----------------------------------------------- 1 592, 056. 65 Maintenance: Appropriated- _--..... $1, 908. 50 $2, 400 $150 $2, 591. 00 $203, 291. 65 390, 318. 97 Cost ..--------------- 11, 725. 88 2, 400 150 1, 661. 73 125, 281. 25 311, 379. 30 Expenditures....--------_ 11, 835. 47 2,400 150 .....---....... 66, 765. 90 251, 202. 22 1 Exclusive of $14,402.80 contributed funds expended for new work. Other new work dataa: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project ___----- $664, 000. 00 4. WESTCHESTER CREEK, N. Y. Location.-This creek is a tidal stream flowing into the East River from the north at a point 14 iniles by water northeast of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 226.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 25, 1910. For further details see page 238 of annual report for 1921, and page 164 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water, 100 feet wide for a length of 2,000 feet through the estuary; thence 80 feet wide for 3,000 feet; and thence 60 feet wide to the head of navigation at East Tremont Avenue (Fort Schuyler Road), a distance of 8,800 feet, with widening at bends, and with two turning basins, one near the upper end of the channel and another near the Eastern Boulevard (Unionport) Bridge, a total length of about 2.6 miles. Mean tidal range, 7 feet; mean range of spring tides, 8.4 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.9 feet below mean low water up to 8.4 feet above mean high water. 160 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The cost for new work, for the completed project, was $98,667, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act approved September 22, 1922 (Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 8, 67th Cong., 2d sess.). The latest published map is printed in House Document 370, Sixty-fourth Congress, first session. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-There are 13 wharves with a total usable berth- age of 2,660 feet located along the waterway. Eight of the terminals are equipped with mechanical handling devices. One wharf with a berthage of 50 feet is open to the public. Two boatyards with storage space for 70 boats and equipped with marine railways are available for pleasure craft. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facilities, see Port tnd Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.--The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $713.18 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced March 1932 and completed May 1933. The upper 0.5 mile of the channel was relocated by the city of New York in 1941. When examined in June 1952 the controlling mean low-water depth was 12 feet for a width varying from 100 to 20 feet from the East River to 1,500 feet south of Unionport Bridge, thence 10 feet for a width varying from 60 to 30 feet to 1,100 feet north of Unionport Bridge, thence 8 feet for a width of 60 feet to the head of project. The head of navigation is at East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, about 2.6 miles above the mouth. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $290,149.88, of which $98,666.88 was for new work and $191,483 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated ........-------------------------------------------------------------... $175, 848. 52 Cost--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 175, 848. 52 Expenditures----................-- ---------------------------------------------- ------------ 175, 848. 52 Maintenance: Appropriated-------.. .. $2,235. 54 $129, 000. 00 -$1, 042. 68 ...------------. $713. 18 258, 083. 14 Cost ..---------------. 6, 596. 38 122, 743. 02 853. 46 ------------.......... 713. 18 258, 083. 14 Expenditures-..- ----. 1, 607. 88 127, 681. 62 903. 36 . ...... 713. 18 258, 083. 14 5. BRONX RIVER, N. Y. Location.-This stream empties into a shallow bay in the north shore of East River, 11 miles by water northeast of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 226.) Previous project.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 161 3, 1896. For further details see annual report for 1915, page 1762, and annual report for 1938, page 166. Emisting project.-This provides for a channel 10 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet wide, to extend from deep water in East River to the head of navigation at the dam at East 177th Street, involving the first dredging from East River at Randall Avenue to a width of 200 feet; thence to Spofford Avenue, 150 feet; thence to Watson Avenue, 125 feet; thence to the railroad bridge near Westchester Avenue, 100 feet, except in the southern approach to the bridge, where it is to be 140 feet; and above the bridge 100 feet, with increase at bends where permissible, including a turning basin at the head of the improvement. The length of the section included in the project is about 3.3 miles. Mean tidal range, 6.9 feet in the estuary; mean range of spring tides, 8.2 feet; irregdlar fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 4 feet below mean low water up to 3.5 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $1,333,000, exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects and exclusive of $10,000 contributed by local interests. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $16,500. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 4, 1913 (H. Doc. No. 897, 62d Cong., 2d sess.). For latest published map see annual report for 1912, page 1470. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 4, 1913, provides that any right-of-way that may be necessary for the execu- tion of the project shall be furnished free of cost to the United States. Right-of-way within the bulkhead lines below the Westchester Ave- nue Bridge was accepted by the Chief of Engineers under date of June 9, 1920, and above the Westchester Avenue Bridge under date of October 4, 1928. Under date of September 10, 1940, the Chief of Engineers approved releases from damages furnished by adjoin- ing property owners in the reach of the river between Westchester Avenue and East 174th Street. Under date of November 12, 1940, the Chief of Engineers approved an agreement under which the city of New York would reimburse the United States for the cost of a retaining wall to protect adjoining property in the reach of the river between Westchester Avenue and New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad bridge in lieu of furnishing additional right-of-way. On October 28, 1940, the Secretary of War authorized the acceptance of $10,000 from the city of New York to defray the cost of the re- taining wall. The $10,000 was deposited to the credit of the United States on December 7, 1940. Additional right-of-way required in the section above East 174th Street has not been furnished. The city of New York has indicated that it does not feel justified in ac- quiring any additional land along the river. Terminal facilities.-There are 3,430 feet of bulkheads and wharves available for dockage, located along the east and west banks from Randall Avenue to East 173d Street. One of the terminals is pub- licly owned. Eight of the terminals are equipped with mechanical handling devices. Additional terminals with modern facilities will be needed when the existing project is developed. (For latest full 162 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 description of terminal facilities, see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $667.86 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 82 percent completed. A channel to project dimensions was com- pleted from deep water in East River up to the Westchester Avenue Bridge in 1926. A channel 10 feet deep and 65 to 123 feet wide from Westchester Avenue Bridge to East 174th Street was completed in 1941. When examined in June 1952, the controlling mean low-water depth was 10 feet for a width varying from 50 to 100 feet from East River to 800 feet south of Bruckner Boulevard bridge, thence 8 feet for a width varying from 50 to 60 feet to 800 feet south of Westchester Avenue Bridge, thence 7 feet for a width varying from 40 to 80 feet to the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad bridge. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists of widening to project width the reach between Westchester Avenue Bridge and East 172d Street. The channel between East 172d Street and the upper limit of the authorized project is in process of being filled in by the city of New York under a Department of the Army permit, and is no longer a waterway. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, exclusive of $10,000 contributed funds for new work were $1,420,200.96 of which $1,080,910.37 was for new work and $339,290.59 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---.............--------- .....------ --------------------------------------------- 1$1,149,946. 09 Cost .-------------- ------------ ---------------------------------- 11,149, 946. 09 Expenditures.........--------...........----------.....---------- ----------------------------------- 1, 149, 946. 09 Maintenance: Appropriated--.......---- ------.. ----------------- ------------------ - $667. 86 366, 211. 92 Cost ------------------------------------------------ 667. 86 366, 211. 92 Expenditures------------...........----- ---------------------------------- 667. 86 366, 211.92 1 Exclusive of $10,000 expended from contributed funds for new work. Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_____--__-------- $252, 000. 00 6. HARBOR AT FLUSHING BAY, N. Y. Location.-The harbor is located on the north shore of Long Island, 12 miles by water northeast of the Battery, New York City, and consists of Flushing Bay, 2 miles long, and Flushing Creek, 1 mile long. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 226.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1879, and March 4, 1913. For further details see annual reports for 1915, 1932, and 1938, pages 1772, 169, and 168, respectively. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 163 Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water from that depth in East River through Flushing Bay and in Flushing Creek to the Main Street Bidge with widths of 200 feet through the bay and in the creek to the Northern Boulevard Bridge, thence decreasing uniformly to 160 feet at the Main Street Bridge; a branch channel 12 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the main channel to a maneuvering area of the same depth outside the municipal boat basin at the south end of the bay, with an anchorage basin of 8-foot depth and approximately 700-foot width west of the branch channel; and for the repair and reconstruction of 3,739 linear feet of dike. The length of the section included in the project is about 3.7 miles. Mean tidal range, 6.8 feet; mean range of spring tides, 8.1 feet; ir- regular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 4 feet below mean low water up to 7.6 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $1,038,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $20,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 4, 1913 Construction of new dike: repair of old dike--------- H. Doc. 1333, 61st Cong., 3d seas. Mar. 3,1925 Dredging 12-foot channel_ H. Doc. 124, 68th Cong., 1st sess. .----------------------- Aug. 26,1937 Branch channel, maneuvering area, and anchorage Rivers and Harbors Committee basin. Modified conditions of local cooperation. Doe. 35, 75th Cong., 1st sess.1 June 20,1938 Providing 6-foot channel along west 2 side of harbor Senate committee print, 75th during period of the world's fair. Cong., 3d sess.1 1 Contains latest published maps. 2 No work was done. Local cooperation.-TheRiver and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937, provides that the branch channel and anchorage shall not be con- structed until local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secre- tary of War that they will construct a suitable landing for excursion boats and a boat basin of appropriate capacity; provide and main- tain a public landing of permanent construction for small boats, with necessary service and supply facilities; provide adequate parking spaces for automobiles in the immediate vicinity suitably connected to the public-highway system and open to the public on equal terms, and that no dredging shall be done in the Flushing Creek Channel closer than 100 feet to the established harbor line at any wharf struc- ture without previous consent of the owner and release of the United States from any resultant claims for damages. Assurances providing compliance with the local cooperation required for all improvements authorized under this act, except for dredging in the creek channel, were accepted by the Secretary of War on October 18, 1937. There is no indication as to when compliance with the remaining conditions affecting the 12-foot channel may be expected. Terminal facilities.-Thereare 5,995 feet of bulkheads available for dockage. Two of the terminals and an excursion-boat landing and boat basin at the south end of the bay are owned by the city of New York, the latter being open to the public. Twelve of the terminals are equipped with mechanical handling devices. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For latest full descrip- 164 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 tion of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $753.60 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced March 1938 and is about 59 percent complete. The 12-foot channel in the bay, branch channel, a maneuvering area and the 8-foot anchorage area were completed in November 1938. When examined in May 1949 and June 1952 the controlling mean low-water depth was 12 feet for a width varying from 70 to 200 feet in the main channel through the bay to Willets Point Boulevard Bridge, thence 10 feet for a width varying from 70 to 200 feet to the Broadway Bridge, thence 1 foot for a width varying from 30 to 90 feet to the Main Street Bridge. The depth in the branch channel and maneu- vering area was 7 feet and in the anchorage area the depth was 5 feet. The head of navigation is about 500 feet above Main Street Bridge. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists of the construction of the channel in the creek to a depth of 12 feet and the repair and reconstruction of dike. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $393,095.60, of which $389,629.46 was for new work and $3,466.20 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated- .....--.------.-------- -------------------- ----------------------- $628, 502. 37 Cost----------------------- ----------------------------------- ------------ 628, 502. 37 Expenditures-- ..--------....---....-------------------------- --------------- 628, 502.37 Maintenance: Appropriated___.............----------- $2, 000 $150 ........------------ $753. 60 209, 877. 67 Cost ----------------- ------------ 2, 000 150 .753.60 209, 877. 67 Expenditures............-----------...... 2, 000 150 .........------------ 753, 60 209, 877. 67 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project---------$----- $48, 000. 00 7. HEMPSTEAD HARBOR, N. Y. Location.-Thisis an indentation of the north shore of Long Island, 25 miles by water northeast of the Battery, New York City, and 13 miles southwest of Stamford Harbor, Conn. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 223.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 6 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet wide from the entrance to a point opposite Ward's wharf, a distance of about 5,600 feet; thence 80 feet wide to the Roslyn town wharf, a distance of about 3,200 feet; and thence 50 to 70 feet wide to the head of navigation, a distance of about 1,700 feet. Total length of channel included in the project is 2 miles. Mean tidal range, 7.1 feet; mean range of spring tides, 8.4 feet; irregular fluctua- RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 165 tions due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.6 feet below mean low water up to 8.7 feet above mean high water. The cost for new work, for the completed project was $39,468. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $6,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 25, 1910 (Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. No. 1, 61st Cong., 2d sess.). There is no published map. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-Water terminals, nine in number with avail- able dockage of 2,700 feet, are located-eight along the east shore of the harbor from Glen Cove to Roslyn and one on the west shore; none has a railroad connection. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce, which is local, and there is ample water front, both public and private, for additional terminals as needs arise. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced March 1912 and completed October 1912. When examined in May 1950, the controlling mean low water depth was 6 feet for a width varying from 75 to 100 feet from the entrance at Bar Beach to opposite former site of Ward's wharf, thence 6 feet for a width varying from 80 to 30 feet to Old Town wharf, thence the depths vary from 1 to 6 feet to the head of the project. The head of navigation is the dam at Roslyn, about 2 miles by channel from the mouth. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $107,567.04, of which $39,468.11 was for new work; and $68,098.93 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $800 made for maintenance during fiscal year 1953 will be applied to a condition survey of the channel. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ...-------------------------....--------- .......------------------------.......... $39, 468.11 Cost-.........-------------------.....--------------------------------...................................--...----------- 39, 468.11 Expenditures--..................--------------------------.........-------------.....................------------------..... --- 39,468.11 Maintenance: ........------------...... Appropriated--------- $800 $900 ...........-----------------------.......... 68, 098. 93 Cost-----------------.......-----------.... 800 900 .........-----------.........-----------... 68, 098. 93 Expenditures---------.................------------ 800 900 .........------------...........-----------... 68, 098. 93 8. HUNTINGTON HARBOR, N. Y. Location.-This is an indentation of the north shore of Long Island, 40 miles northeast of the Battery, New York City, and 8 miles south- east of Stamford Harbor, Conn. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 224.) 166 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Previous projects.-Adopted by the act of June 1872. For fur- ther details see page 1772 of annual report for 1915, and page 174 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 8 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet wide from the 8-foot contour in Huntington Bay to a turning basin of same depth and 200 feet wide, located op- posite the Old Town dock, thence 6 feet deep and 100 feet wide to a point 450 feet north of the causeway, an anchorage of the same depth and 14 acres in extent on the west side of the 6-foot channel and a cross-channel, 8 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the main 8-foot channel to and along the wharves on the west side of the harbor, extending to within 150 feet of the causeway. The length of the section included in the project is about 2.5 miles. Mean tidal range, 7.4 feet; mean range of spring tides, 8.7 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.6 feet below mean low water up to 6.4 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $96,000 exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects and an esti- mated local contribution of $51,000. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $8,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Sept. 19,1890 8-foot channel to and including turning basin at Old H. Ex. Doc. 200, 48th Cong., 2d Town dock. sess. 1 June 20,1938 6-foot channel, 6-foot anchorage area, and 8-foot cross H. Doc. 638, 75th Cong., 3d sess. channel. 1Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of June 20, 1938, provides for the 6-foot channel and anchorage area, and the 8-foot cross channel subject to the conditions that local interests shall: (a) Furnish free of cost to the United States suitable spoil-disposal areas for new work and subsequent maintenance as may be required. (b) Agree to provide and maintain adequate landing facilities open to the public on equal terms to all. (c) Contribute prior to commencement of work on either the 6-foot or 8-foot improvement one-half of the initial cost thereof, but not in excess of $51,000. Assurances of compliance with the conditions affecting the 6-foot improvement were accepted by the Chief of Engineers on May 2, 1940. The sum of $34,500, representing one-half of the estimated cost of the 6-foot channel and anchorage, was deposited to the credit of the United States by local interests on January 10, 1940. Fulfill- ment of conditions of local cooperation affecting the 8-foot improve- ment is expected within the next 2 years. Terminal facilities.-Nine terminals, consisting of timber and con- crete bulkheads, with available dockage of 3,023 feet of which town- owned wharfage amounting to 760 feet is open to the public, are lo- cated at the southern end of the harbor. Upon completion of the public dock to be constructed in accordance with the requirements RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 167 of local cooperation, the terminals will be sufficient for existing and reasonably prospective commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced September 1891 and is about 52 percent complete. The main 8-foot channel and the turning basin were completed in 1904. The 6-foot channel and anchorage on the east side of the harbor were completed in 1941. The controlling mean low water depth when examined in September 1949 was 8 feet for full project width from Huntington Bay to the vicinity of Old Town dock, ex- cept at Sandy Point where width is 30 feet and the vicinity of Old Town dock where width is 20 feet, thence 6 feet for a width varying from 100 to 60 feet for a distance of 600 feet, thence the depths de- crease to zero feet at the head of the project. The controlling mean low-water depth was 8 feet in the turning basin and 6 feet in the an- chorage area. In the cross channel the depth varied from 4 feet below mean low water at the entrance to 1 foot above mean low-water at the head of the channel (May 1941). The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of dredging the 8-foot cross channel. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $119,337.03, of which $49,034.92 was from United States funds and $19,545.86 from contributed funds, a total of $68,580.78 for new work; and $50,756.25 from United States funds for maintenance. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $800, will be applied to a condition survey of the channel. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-....................------.........----------... ............--...----------......----------- -----------............ I $71, 534. 92 Cost-....------------------------- ------ ----------------------- ------------ 1 71,534. 92 Expenditures---.........---------------------- ------------------ ----------............ 71, 534. 92 Maintenance: Appropriated _ _...... $650 ...........------------ $2,250 ........... $800 51, 556. 25 Cost ------------- 650 ....................... 2, 250 ------------ ---- 50, 756. 25 Expenditures....... ............ 650 ------------ 2, 250 ............-----------------------............ 50, 756. 25 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-------------- $47, 000. 00 1iExclusive of $19,545.86 expended from contributed funds.for new work. 2 Exclusive of $31,455 to be contributed by local interests. 168 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 9. PORT JEFFERSON HARBOR, N. Y. Location.-This is an indentation of the north shore of Long Island, about 56 miles by water east of the Battery, New York City, and 13.5 miles southeast of Bridgeport Harbor, Conn. It is about 1.75 miles long and averages 0.75 mile wide. The entrance is protected by jetties, one on either side of the channel, which latter is about 0.5 mile long and 200 feet wide. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 361.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1871, and modified in 1875 and 1877. For further details see annual reports for 1875, 1877, and 1915, pages 265, 221, and 1771, respectively. Existing project.-This provides for dredging a channel through the entrance 300 feet wide and 16 feet deep at mean low water, for repairing and enlarging two riprap jetties built under the previous project, and for extending the east jetty a distance of 450 feet. The length of channel included in the project is about 2,600 feet, the length of the west jetty is 940 feet, and the projected length of the east jetty about 2,350 feet. Mean tidal range, 6.2 feet inside of entrance chan- nel; mean range of spring tides, 7.4 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 4 feet below mean low water up to 4 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $1,143,000, exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects, of which $57,000 is to be contributed by local interests. The latest (1928) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $2,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Sept. 9,1890 Enlarging jetties and dredging channel 10 feet deep Annual Report, 1889, p. 751. and 200 feet wide. Aug. 18,1894 Dredging channel 12 feet deep--- _ -__- ._______ Annual Report, 1895, p. 831. July 3,1930 Channel 16 feet deep and 300 feet wide and extension H. Doc. 305, 70th Cong., 1st sess.t of east jetty. 1 Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-The river and harbor act of July 3, 1930, pro- vides that local interests shall dredge the channel to full project dimensions under plans to be approved by the Chief of Engineers and the Secretary of War, or shall contribute $57,000 to the cost of the work. Terminalfacilities.-There are eight terminals with a total available berthage of 2,430 feet located at the head of the harbor, one of which is a shipyard with storage space for 50 vessels and equipped with 3 marine railways. One privately owned pier is open to the public. The facilities are adequate for existing and reasonably prospective commerce. Operationsandresults during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced in May 1891 and is about 30 percent complete. The channel was completed to a 12-foot depth by the United States in 1903 and was partially dredged to a 16-foot depth by private interests under RIVERS AND HARBORS---NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 169 the modified project in 1930 and 1931. The east jetty has been built to a length of 1,500 feet and the west jetty to a length of 940 feet, but of incomplete width and height. These jetties have aided materially in maintaining the width and depth of the dredged channel lying be- tween them. No work of maintenance or improvement has been done by the United States since 1909. When examined in June 1947, the controlling depth at mean low water through the channel was 16 feet for a width varying from 100 to 300 feet. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists in completing the jetties to project dimensions and removing a few shoals left after the dredging of the 16-foot channel by private interests. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30 1952, were $101,852.15, of which $91,226.71 was for new work and $10,625.44 for maintenance. Proposed operations.--An allotment of $700 made for maintenance during fiscal year 1953 will be applied to a condition survey of the channel. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated .------------------- ----------------------------- --------- $171,426. 71 Cost-- .----------- ------------ --------------- 171,426. 71 Expenditures...----------------------------------------------------- ----- 171,426. 71 Maintenance: Appropriated......... $500 -----------..........--------------------------------- 10, 625.44 Cost ------------- 500 ------------ ------------ ............ 10, 625.44 Expenditures......... 10, 626. 44 500 ........-------------------..................................------- Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project----------- $1, 051, 800. 00 1 Exclusive of $57,000 to be contributed by local interests. 10. MATTITUCK HARBOR, N. Y. Location.-This is a tidal inlet on the north shore of Long Island, 85 miles east of the Battery, New York City, and 24 miles southeast of New Haven Harbor, Conn., extending southward about 21/4 miles to the village of Mattituck. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 299.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 7 feet deep at mean low water from Long Island Sound to the bridge at Waterville, pro- tected at the entrance by two parallel jetties 400 feet apart, thence 7 feet deep at mean high water to the village of Mattituck, the widths being 100 feet at the entrance and 80 feet elsewhere. Total length of the channel is about 2.2 miles. Mean tidal range at entrance, 4.9 feet; at Old Mill Bridge, Waterville, 5.1 feet; mean range of spring tides at entrance, 5.8 feet; at Old Mill Bridge, 6 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 2.2 feet below mean low water up to 6.6 feet above mean high water. 170 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The cost for new work, for the completed project, including the cost of maintenance up to June 30, 1909, was $133,344. The latest (1950) approved estimated cost of annual maintenance is $12,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 3,1896 The 7-foot channel, and 2 riprap jetties----__ ---- ---Annual Report, 1891, p. 843. Aug. 30,1935 250-foot extension to west jetty_ _-------------------H. Doc. 8, 71st Cong., 1st sess. 1 1Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-A bulkhead and pier approximately 200 feet in length are situated at the entrance to the harbor. There is a timber bulkhead at Waterville, with available wharfage of 710 feet. At the head of the project there is a crib pier, in poor condition, with 50 feet of available wharfage. These facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.--Work under the existing project was commenced September 1900 and substantially completed August 1938. The dredging was completed in 1914. The east jetty was completed in 1906 for a length of 775 feet. The west jetty was com- pleted in 1938. When examined in May and November 1950, the controlling mean low water depth was 7 feet for a width of 100 feet from Long Island Sound to 600 feet upstream from south end of west jetty, thence 7 feet for a width varying from 80 to 40 feet to Old Mill drawbridge, thence 4 feet for a width varying from 80 to 30 feet to Long Creek, thence the depths decrease to zero at the village of Mattituck. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $346,740.30, of which $133,344.15 was for new work and $213,396.15 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $300 made for maintenance during fiscal year 1953 will be applied to a condition survey of the channel. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June ___30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---,---...------------- ---------------------------------- ----------- $133, 344.15 Cost..........--------- ----------------- ---------------------------------- ------------ 133, 344.15 Expenditures.--------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------- 133, 344.15 Maintenance: Appropriated----.... $700 $1, 650 $900 $14, 884. 55- ..-------.. 213, 396. 15 Cost------------------ 700 1, 650 900 14, 884. 55 ..-. .. 213, 396. 15 Expenditures..... ... 700 1, 650 900 14, 884. 55 ... ..--. . 213, 396. 15 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 171 11. PECONIC RIVER, N. Y. Location.-This is a narrow tidal stream at the intersection of the north and south forks of Long Island, 74 miles by water east of the Battery, New York City. The head of navigation is at a culvert at Peconic Avenue, in the village of Riverhead, 4.7 miles west of the junction with Great Peconic Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 299.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 6 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet wide, extending from deep water in Great Peconic Bay westerly for a distance of 1,100 feet, thence of the same depth and a width of 75 feet to the former location of the Terry and Wells dock about 1,100 feet below Peconic Avenue. Length of sec- tion included in project, 4.6 miles. Mean tidal range, 2.9 feet; mean range of spring tides, 3.4 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 1.6 feet below mean low water to 4.5 feet above mean high water. The cost for new work, for the completed project was $25,000. The estimate of annual cost of maintenance, made in 1950, is $6,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1871 Channel 6 feet deep and 75 feet wide to Flanders Bay_ H. Ex. Doc. 60, 41st Cong., 3d sess. Mar. 2,1945 Extension of channel to Great Peconic Bay, 6 feet H. Doc. 237, 76th Cong., 1st sess.1 deep and 100 feet wide. 1 Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with except that local interests are required to furnish suitable spoil disposal areas for maintenance. Terminal facilities.-There are 16 terminals with a total available dockage of 1,850 feet located along the upper end of the waterway. Two of the terminals, with a total dockage of 140 feet, are open to the public. Four boatyards with storage space for 111 craft and equipped with 5 marine railways are available for fishing and pleas- ure craft. The facilities are adequate for existing and reasonably prospective commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $823.70 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced August 1871 and was substantially completed June 1942. When examined in July 1948 and May 1952 the controlling mean low-water depth was 6 feet for a width varying from 100 to 75 feet from Great Peconic Bay to head of project, except for a shoal 1,320 feet below head of project with least depth of 3.7 feet. The head of navigation is at Riverhead, about 2.5 miles above the mouth of Peconic River. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $133,387.95, of which $25,000.00 was for new work and $108,387.95 for maintenance. Proposed operations.--No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. 172 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated .....------------------..........------- ........................----------..... -------.. .......--------- $25, 000. 00 ------- --------------- Cost-------..............-----....---------.............---------------------...... 25, 000. 00 Expenditures- -__ ------------ ------------- ------------ ----------- ------------ 25, 000. 00 Maintenance: Appropriated ....- $46, 700.00 $7, 020. 00 ------------------------ $823. 70 108, 387. 95 Cost.................. 46, 269. 61 7, 450. 39 ----------------- ------ 823. 70 108, 387. 95 Expenditures....-------- 19, 922.62 33, 797. 38 ......------------..........-----------...... 823. 70 108, 387. 95 12. LAKE MONTAUK HARBOR, N. Y. Location.-This harbor is located on the east end of Long Island, about 3 miles by land west of Montauk Point and 125 miles by water east of New York City. It is landlocked on the east, south and west sides and is connected on the north with Block Island Sound by an artificial inlet. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1211.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water and 150 feet wide extending from the 12-foot contour in Block Island Sound to the same depth in the existing yacht basin east of Star Island; for a boat basin 10 feet deep, 400 feet wide, and 900 feet-long, located northwest of Star Island; and for the repair and extension shoreward of the east and west jetties. The length of section included in the project is 0.7 mile. Mean tidal range, 1.9 feet; mean range of spring tides, 2.2 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 2 feet below mean low water up to 7 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $414,000, exclusive of $82,737.73 from Navy Department funds. The estimate of annual cost of maintenance, made in 1950, is $7,500. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945 (H. Doc. 369, 76th Cong., 1st sess.). For latest pub- lished map see project document. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, provides that local interests shall: (a) Furnish, free of cost to the United States, spoil-disposal areas for initial work and for subsequent maintenance when and as required. (b) Hold and save the United States free from claims for damages that may occur from the construction and maintenance of the improve- ments. (c) Convey to the United States, free of cost, all necessary rights- of-way and structures, including such absolute and indefeasible ease- ment in the body of water known as Lake Montauk Harbor and in the shores and bed thereof as may be necessary to insure its permanent dedication to the use and purposes of a public navigable waterway. (d) Give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will construct and maintain for free public use suitable roadways to permit access to the boat basin and inner harbor. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 173 (e) Give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will construct and maintain a suitable public landing open to all on equal and reasonable terms. And provided further that no work be done by the United States until the rights-of-way, structures, and easement specified in (c) above have been conveyed to the United States; and title to rights-of-way required for roadways and landing facilities specified in (d) and (e) above, has been vested in the county of Suffolk or the town of East Hampton, in the State of New York. Under date of December 8, 1942, the Chief of Engineers approved the instruments complying with condition (c) above, and partially com- plying with items (a) and (b). Work undertaken in Lake Montauk Harbor in 1942 was not then a part of an authorized river and harbor project but was performed for the Navy Department. The conditions of local cooperation required under the project were not considered wholly applicable. The supervispr, town of East Hampton, was notified of the condi- tions of local cooperation in letter dated January 24, 1946. Local interests have indicated that the remaining conditions will be met within the near future. Terminal facilities.-Water terminals, seven in number, with a total available berthage of 1,390 feet are located on the east side of Star Island, the lake area south of the island, and at the inner end of entrance channel. None of the terminals has rail connections or is equipped with freight-handling devices. All the terminals are privately owned. Upon completion of a public landing to be con- structed in accordance with the requirements of local cooperation, the terminals will be adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fisoal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $327.69 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was 31 percent completed. Dredging of the entrance channel and shoreward extension of the west jetty were performed from August 1942 to January 1943 at the request of the Navy Department with Navy funds. When examined in June 1952 the controlling depth at mean low-water was 11 feet for a width varying from 90 to 150 feet from a point in Block Island Sound about 300 feet north of the west jetty to the upstream limit in Yacht Basin east of Star Island. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of dredging a boat basin northwest of Star Island; repair of existing east and west jetties and shoreward extension of the east jetty. The total costs and expenditures to June 30, 1952, were $139,- 946.88, of which $82,737.73 was Navy funds for new work and $57,- 209.15 regular funds for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. 245554-53-vol. 1- 12 174 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated . Cost_ - -------------- ---- ...----- ------------ ----------- ------------ (1) (-1------------(1) Expenditures....----.--.. ---...-- ---------------------------------- ------------ (1) Maintenance: Appropriated--------...------------ $1, 480 $54, 988. 02 $413. 44 $327. 69 $57, 209. 15 Cost .------ ----- ------ - ---- 1, 480 54, 988. 02 413. 44 327. 89 57, 209. 15 Expenditures-------- ------------ 1, 480 54, 988. 02 413. 44 327. 69 57, 209.15 1The sum of $82,737. 73 was spent from Navy funds for new work. Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_____ -__--- $414, 000. 00 13. LONG ISLAND INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY; N. Y. Location.-This waterway extends from East Rockaway Inlet, on the south side of Long Island, to Great Peconic Bay at the eastern end of Long Island. The section included under this project extends from Great South Bay opposite Patchogue to the south end of Shinnecock Canal. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 578.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 100 feet wide and 6 feet deep at mean low water from the federally improved channel in Great South Bay, opposite Patchogue to the south end of Shinne- cock Canal. The length of the section included in the project is 34 miles. The mean tidal range varies from 1.0 foot in Shinnecock Bay to 0.7 foot in Patchogue Bay; mean range of spring tides varies from 1.2 feet to 0.8 foot; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 1.8 feet below mean low water to 11.5 feet above mean high water. The cost for new work, for the completed project, was $235,964. The latest (1950) approved estimated cost of annual maintenance is $15,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937 (H. Doc. 181, 75th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with except that local interests are required to furnish suitable spoil-disposal areas for subsequent maintenance as required. Terminal facilities.-There are 17 boat repair and storage yards within the area immediately adjacent to the Federal improvement. There is ample room for expansion and development of terminals when future commerce warrants. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.--Work under the existing project was commenced October 1939 and completed September 1940. When examined from April 1946 to August 1949, the controlling mean low- water depth in the channel was 5 feet for a width varying from 50 to 100 feet. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 175 The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to' June 30, 1952, were $327,137.02, of which $235,964.25 was for new work and $91,172.77 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $1,000 made for mainte- nance during fiscal year 1953 will be applied to a condition survey of the channel. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ----------------------------------------------------------......... $235, 964.25 Cost----------------- ----- ------ ----------- ------------------------- 235, 964. 25 Expenditures ... ----------------------------------------------------------- 235, 964. 25 Maintenance: Appropriated ...... $1, 000 $30, 500. 00 $6, 004. 80 ..-... -........... _ 91, 172. 77 Cost....----------------- 1,000 4, 276. 12 32, 228. 68 - .............-.......... 91, 172. 77 Expenditures--------......... 1, 000 4, 122. 85 32, 381. 95 ........................ 91, 172. 77 14. GREAT SOUTH BAY, N. Y. Location.-This is a lagoon inside the south shore of Long Island, N. Y., about 26 miles long and 2 to 6 miles wide. The principal entrance, through Fire Island Inlet, is about 50 miles by water south and east of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geo- ,detic Survey Chart No. 578.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of Sep- tember 19, 1890. For further details see page 1773, annual report for 1915, and page 182, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 200 feet wide and 10 feet deep at mean low water from Fire Island Inlet to the central basin in Great South Bay, and a channel 8 feet deep and 100 feet -Patchogue wide from the central basin in the bay to the head of navigation in River. The length of section included in the project is .about 19.1 miles. Mean tidal range in the bay, 0.7 foot; mean range of spring tides, 0.8 foot; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 1.7 feet below mean low water up to 4.6 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $200,000, exclusive of amount expended under previous project. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $4,500. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 13, 1902 (H. Doc. No. 103, 56th Cong., 2d sess.). For latest published map see annual report for 1916, page 2018. Terminal facilities.-Water terminals, 13 in number, with avail- able wharfage of 5,000 feet, are located along the shores of Patchogue River. These facilities consist of a lumberyard with wharf age of 2,000 feet, having rail connection; 7 boat-building yards; 2 fuel-oil termi- nals; a coal yard; and 2 village wharves open to the public. These :facilities are considered adequate for the existing commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. 176 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced November 1902 and is about 60 percent complete. The channel in Patchogue River was completed in 1904. Of the dredging through three bars, necessary to provide the projected chan- nel, only the easterly one, bar C, was dredged. The west jetty, 1,700 feet long, completed under the previous project in 1897 and repaired in 1914, and the east jetty, formed of a sand spit, 1,000 feet long, with a riprap extension 330 feet long, completed in 1917, are in good condi- tion. When examined in March, October 1946, October-November 1949 and July 1950, the controlling mean low water depth was 10 feet for a width of 200 feet from Fire Island Inlet to a point 8 miles east, thence 7 feet for the same width to the channel opposite Patchogue, thence 8 feet for a width varying from 80 to 100 feet to the head of the project in Patchogue River. The head of navigation is Division Street, Patchogue, about 19.1 miles by channel from the entrance at Fire Island Inlet. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of dredging through two bars necessary to provide the projected channel to Patchogue River. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $253,283.98 of which $59,820.82 was for new work and $193,463.16 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $800 made for maintenance during fiscal year 1953 will be applied to a condition survey of the channel. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ..............-------...... ...........---------------------------------------------------- $99, 820.82 Cost............-- ...------------ ------------ ------------------------------------ 99,820.82 Expenditures-----.......................----------------------------------.....................------------.. ..........------------ 99, 820.82 Maintenance: Appropriated.......--------........--------..... $59, 500. 00 -$17,157.90 $565. 08 ....------------... 193, 463. 16 Cost-------- ------------ 3, 761.49 37, 528. 72 1, 616. 97 ............ 193, 463. 16 .........-..........-------. Expenditures------- 3, 656.43 36, 818. 31 2, 432. 44 ------------............ 193, 463. 16 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-------------- $140,000.00 15. FIRE ISLAND INLET, N. Y. Location.-FireIsland Inlet is situated on the south shore of Long Island, about 50 miles by water south and east of the Battery, New York City. It is the main entrance into Great South Bay from the Atlantic Ocean. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 578.) Existing project.--This provides for the construction of a jetty extending generally southwest and south for a length of 5,000 feet from high ground on Democrat Point at the west end of Fire Island, and a channel 10 feet deep and 250 feet wide from deep water in the ocean to deep water within the inlet. Mean tidal range at ocean and RIVERS AND HARBORS---NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 177 inlet ends of Democrat Point are 4.1 and 2.6 feet, respectively. Ir- regular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 2.5 feet below mean low water up to 2.6 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, was $834,000, exclusive of $90,190.39 contributed by local interests. The estimate of annual cost of maintenance, revised in 1950, is $110,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 26, 1937 ------- Construction of jetty--.......... Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 33, 75th Cong., 1st sess. May 17,1950 Channel 10 feet deep _-.......... H. Doc. 762, 80th Cong., 2d sess. (Contains latest pub- lished map.) Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, provides that local interests shall: a. Furnish free of cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas necessary for the new work and subsequent maintenance, when and as required. b. Hold and save the United States free from any damages result- ing from the improvement. These conditions have not been fulfilled. The requirements under the act of August 26, 1937 have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-No terminals are within the area immediately adjacent to the Federal improvement. There are forty-two com- mercial and pleasure-boating terminals with a total berthage of 15,935 feet located at Patchogue, Sayville, West Sayville, Islip, and Bay Shore. In addition, 49 boat-repair and storage yards are located along the shores of Great South Bay and adjacent creeks. The facilities are ample for present and probable future needs. There is room for expansion should future commerce warrant. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced June 1939 and is about 72 percent complete. When examined in September and November 1946, the controlling mean low water depth through Fire Island Inlet was 8 feet along a cir- cuitous course. The jetty, which is approaching its capacity as a sand entrapping agent, was in fair condition, when examined in April 1949. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists of dredging the channel through the inlet. The total costs and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $686,773.85, of which $594,354.69 was United States funds and $90,190.39 contributed funds--a total of $684,545.08 for new work and $2,228.77 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $2,000 made for mainte- nance during fiscal year 1953 will be applied to a condition survey of the channel. The sum of $240,000 can be profitably extended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: New work: Complete by June 30, 1954, under contract, dredging to provide a channel 10 feet deep and 250 feet wide-- ----- $240, 000 178 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30-- Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated------------.....---.. .......... ----------------- -------------------............ ------ $594, 354.69 Cost-_ ------------------------------------------------------------------ 1594,354.69 Expenditures -------------------------------------------------------- 1 594, 354. 69 Maintenance: Appropriated- -----_ _-$2, 051.39 -$587.81 ------------ $151. 45 .-.-----. . 2, 228. 77 Cost. 1---------------- ,46. 58---------------------........... 151. 45 ------------ 2, 228. 77 Expenditures_------- 1, 463. 58 -------.. --------. 151. 45 ------------ 2, 228. 77 1 Exclusive of $90,190.39 expended from contributed funds for new work. Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project--------------. $240, 000. 00 16. JONES INLET, N. Y. Location.-This is a small inlet on the south shore of Long Island connecting Hempstead Bay with the Atlantic Ocean. It is 37 miles by water southeast of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 579.) Existing project.--This provides for an entrance jetty and a chan- nel 12 feet deep and 250 feet wide, from that depth in the ocean through the inlet to the Loop Causeway Bridge over Long Creek. The length of section included in the project is about 2.1 miles. Mean tidal range, 4.3 feet; mean range of spring tides, 5.2 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 4.1 feet below to 6.2 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $2,000,000, exclusive of $2,000,000 (one-half of total cost) to be contributed by local interests. The estimate of annual cost of maintenance, revised in 1949, is $65,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945 (H. Doc. 409, 77th Cong., 1st sess.). For latest pub- lished map see project document. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, provides that local interest shall: (a) Contribute 50 percent of the first cost of the improvement. (b) Furnish assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will provide free of cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas needed for the initial work and subsequent maintenance, when and as required. (c) Hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvements. (d) Provide and maintain a channel 12 feet deep and generally 200 feet wide from the Loop Causeway Bridge over Long Creek to the head of navigation in Freeport Creek at Mill Road. Local interests have indicated that they are willing and able to meet these requirements and that the initial dredging for the 12-foot channel under item (d) above had been completed. It is expected that the conditions of local cooperation will be fully complied with during the fiscal year 1953. RIVERS AND HARBORS---NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 179 Terminal facilities.-Within the area tributary to Jones Inlet there are a number of privately owned small wharves and 40 boat repair and storage yards. The latter are equipped for the repair of pleasure craft and fishing vessels. In addition, there are nine public wharves open to the public free of charge, with a total dockage of 2,180 feet. Additional terminals would have to be constructed for the receipt of commercial freight in any sizable quantity. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No new work has been done on this project. The controlling mean low water depth through the inlet was 6.5 feet along a circuitous course when examined in April and May 1948. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $2,560, all for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of. $5,000 for new work made during fiscal year 1953 will be applied to preparation of a brief def- inite project report by hired labor to serve as a basis for construction plans and specifications. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954 with Federal funds. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: ...............------------ Appropriated-------- $2, 560 ----------------------------------- $2, 560. 00 Cost-- -----------------------............ 2, 560 ----------------------------------- 2, 560.00 Expenditures--------...... ------------ 2,560 ----------- ------------ ------------ 2, 560. 00 Other new work data: Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953_..-. __- $5, 000 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953---------- --- 5, 000 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project----- ---------------------------- 11, 995, 000 1Exclusive of $2,000,000 to be contributed by local interests. 17. EAST ROCKAWAY (DEBS) INLET, N. Y. Location.-The inlet is situated on the south shore of Long Island between the main body of the island and the western end of Long Beach. It is 10 miles east of Rockaway Inlet and about 27 miles by water south and east from the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 579 and 1215.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water and 250 feet wide from the 12-foot contour in the Atlantic Ocean to the 12-foot contour in Long Beach Channel, a distance of about 0.6 mile, protected by jetties. Mean tidal range, 4.1 feet; mean range of spring tides, 4.9; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 4.1 feet below mean low water up to 5.2 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work made in 1952 is $1,259,000 (ex- cluding $100,000, local contribution). The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $20,000. 180 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930 (H. Doc. 19, 71st Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.--The River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930, provides that local interests shall contribute $100,000 to the cost of the work; give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War and the Chief of Engineers that they will provide and maintain at their own expense interior channels suitable for navigation, not less than 12 feet deep, from East Rockaway Inlet to the Hempstead-Oyster Bay line, a distance of about 15 miles, to Hewlett Harbor and to Freeport Harbor; furnish, without expense to the United States, necessary land, easements, and rights-of-way for construction and maintenance of the jetties, and agree to hold and save the United States free of claims for damages to public and private property resulting from the im- provement. Assurances of compliance with the conditions of local cooperation precedent to construction of entrance channel and east jetty were approved by the Chief of Engineers and Secretary of War on July 14 and 15, 1932, respectively. Local contribution of $100,000 was deposited to the credit of the United States on August 23, 1932. Since the construction of the west jetty is not considered necessary at this time, easements, rights-of-way and release of claims for damages necessary for construction are not being secured. Terminal facilities.-No terminals are within the area immediately adjacent to the Federal improvement. The water front on the north side of Long Beach has been bulkheaded. There are five water terminals at Oceanside with an available wharfage of 2,000 feet. Three are oil terminals, of which one has a spur railroad connection; the other two are unused at present. There are two terminals at Island Park having a wharfage of 400 feet. There are public wharves at East Rockaway and Woodmere. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-The United States sea- going hopper dredge Lyman was employed from April 2, 1952 to May 11, 1952 in restoring the channel to project depth of 12 feet. Dur- ing the fiscal year 166,700 cubic yards place measurement of material were removed at a cost of $83,075.58 for maintenance. The cost of condition surveys, studies and surveys, and engineering preliminary to dredging was $2,801.96 for maintenance. The total cost was $85,877.54 for maintenance. The total expendi- ture was $85,680.71. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced February 1933, and is about 85 percent complete. The east jetty, 4,250 feet long, was completed in July 1934. The project channel was completed in May 1935. When examined in May 1952 the controlling mean low-water depth through the best available channel from deep water in Atlantic Ocean to deep water in East Rockaway Inlet was 12 feet for a width of 210 feet. The east jetty was in good condition. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists of building a west jetty, if necessary, to protect the channel. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 181 30, 1952, were $864,852.48, of which $421,368.68 was from regular funds and $82,600 from Public Works funds, a total of $503,968.68 for new work and $260,883.80 from regular funds for maintenance. In addition, the costs and expenditures from contributed funds were $100,000 for new work. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $10,824.29, plus an allotment of $41,272.54 made for maintenance during fiscal year 1953, a total of $52,096.83, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 ________----------- $196.83 Maintenance: Dredging in the inlet channel with a United States sea- going hopper dredge for about one dredge month during May 1953_ 50, 000. 00 Periodic channel surveys and miscellaneous inspections and reports_ 1, 900. 00 Total --------------------------------------------- 52, 096. 83 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--........ ------------- ------------ 1 $503, 968. 68 ---............---............-----------............-----------...........--............ Cost ..------------------------------............------------............---...........------------............---...........---.. 503, 968. 68 ............ ............---...........------------............ Expenditures--------.........------------------------............ --------- 503, 968. 68 Maintenance: Appropriated ........ $106, 500. 00 -$24,800.00 ............ $454.22 $96, 505. 00 271, 511.26 Cost-........ ...-... 80, 319. 30 1, 380. 70 ..........------------ 454. 22 85, 877. 54 260, 883. 80 Expenditures--------......... 80, 264. 75 1,435.25 ............ 454. 22 85, 680. 71 260, 686. 97 1Exclusive of $100,000 contributed funds expended for new work. Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_------------------ $755, 000 _ 18. JAMAICA BAY, N. Y. Location.-This is a bay inside the south shore of Long Island, the entrance being about 17 miles by water south and east of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 542.) Previous projects.--Adopted by the acts of June 14, 1880, and July 13, 1892. For further details see page 1770 of annual report for 1915, and page 185 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for an interior channel extending from the vicinity of the Marine Parkway Bridge along the west and north shores of the bay, 18 feet deep at mean low water and 300 feet wide to Mill Basin, with a swinging basin 1,000 feet wide and 1,000 feet long at that point; thence 12 feet deep and 200 feet wide to Fresh Creek Basin; an interior channel extending from the same locality along the south shore to Head of Bay, 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide; a channel in Mott Basin, 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide extending from the channel along the south shore, 3,000 feet to the junction of the two branches, thence 2,200 feet in the north branch (Inwood Creek) and 3,200 feet in the south branch; and an entrance channel connecting the two interior channels with deep water in the Atlantic 182 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Ocean, of suitable hydraulic dimensions to maintain the present tidal prism in the bay, but not less than 18 feet deep and 500 feet wide from opposite Barren Island to Rockaway Point, thence enlarg- ing to not less than 20 feet deep and 1,000 feet wide to sea, protected by one riprap jetty. Length of section included in project is 19.7 miles. Mean tidal range, 4.9 feet at Barren Island, and 5.1 feet at Head of Bay; mean range of spring tides, 5.9 and 6.1 feet, respectively; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 4 feet below mean low water to 4 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, excluding amounts expended on previous projects but including $4,228,439 ex- pended for'new work under River and Harbor Act of June 25, 1910, is $5,065,000. The estimate of annual cost of maintenance, revised in 1950, is $103,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 25, 1910 Construction of 1 jetty------------------------- H. Doc. 1488, 60th Cong., 2d sess. Mar. 2,1945 Interior channel along west shore of bay, 18 and 12 H. Doc. 700, 76th Cong., 3d sess. feet deep; interior channel along south shore, 15 feet deep; entrance channel, 20 and 18 feet deep; and 1 riprap jetty, all in lieu of work heretofore authorized. Modified conditions of local coopera- tion. May 17,1950 Channel 15 feet deep in Mott Basin, including its 2 H. Doc. 665, 80th Cong., 2d sess. branches. (Contains latest published map.) Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, provides that in lieu of conditions heretofore prescribed, local interests shall furnish free of cost to the United States, suitable areas for the disposal of dredged materials for new work and subsequent main- tenance, when and as required, and shall hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. The city of New York was notified of the conditions of local coopera- tion in letter dated January 25, 1946. In letter dated February 7, 1946, the mayor of the city of New York advised that disposal areas are available and that the necessary document "holding the United States free from claims for damages" would be executed. The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, provides that local interests shall: (a) Furnish free of cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and suitable areas for disposal of dredged material during construction of the project and for subsequent maintenance, as and when required. (b) Hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction works and subsequent maintenance. (c) Perform all necessary alterations to the existing terminals and bulkheads, and dredge adequate approaches thereto. These conditions have not been fulfilled. Terminal facilities.-There are 60 terminals with a total berthage of 21,372 feet located along the shores of Jamaica Bay, most of which RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 183 are concentrated at 2 general localities; Mill Basin on the west shore, and from Seaside to and including Head of Bay on the south shore. Six of the terminals are available for public wharfage; none has direct rail connections. Nineteen yacht clubs and 18 boatyards, equipped with marine railways, are located within the bay. In addition, there are a number of small landings for pleasure craft. The existing fa- cilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facilities, see Port and Terminal Facilities of the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.--The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $914.30 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced August 1912 and is about 87 percent complete. The westerly interior channel from Barren Island to Fresh Creek Basin and the swinging basin at Mill Basin have been dredged to project dimensions. No new-work dredging of the entrance channel was done, since depths were greater than those required under the project. The east jetty, was completed August 4, 1933, for a total length of about 8,400 feet, was in fair condition when examined in April 1949. The controlling mean low-water depths of the channels included in this project are as follows: Section Depth Width Date (feet) (feet) Entrance channel: From Atlantic Ocean to Rockaway Point _--------..... 20 1,000 June 1952. Rockaway Point to Barren Island__... ----- 18 __...................... 500 Do. Interior channel (north and west shores): Barren Island to Mill Basin .--...------------------------ 18 300 Do. Swinging Basin ......------------------------------------ 18 1, 000 Do. Mill Basin to Fresh Creek Basin---------------__- _ -.- 12 200 Do. Interior channel (south shore): Barren Island to Cross Bay Boulevard Bridge ....------------ 15 200 June 1950. Cross Bay Boulevard Bridge to Long Island RR. bridge ... 11 200 Do. Long Island RR. Bridge to Sommerville Basin..........------------ 6.5 125-200 July 1950. Sommerville Basin to Mott Basin__....- ______----- 0 100-200 Do. Mott Basin to Head of Bay_-___------... --.-.-----.-- _ 15 150-200 July to Sept. 1939. Mott Basin -------------------------------------- (2) (2) August 1946. 1 Except for a shoal of 7 feet across the channel at Neponsit about 1.2 miles above junction. 2 The controlling depth of existing channels is 5 feet for widths varying from 50 to 150 feet. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists of dredging the southerly interior channel, and the channel in Mott Basin. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $4,319,338.48, of which $4,228,439.36 was for new work and $90,899.12 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $34,714.30 made for main- tenance during fiscal year 1953 plus accounts receivable of $485.70, a total of $35,200 will be applied to repair of deteriorated sections of jetty by contract (May 1953) and miscellaneous inspection and reports. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. 184 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: $4,307, 771.72 Appropriated---...--..--...--------..........--..------------ ----------...............................---...------------ Cost..------ --------- ----------------------------------------------- 4, 307, 771. 72 ..... ... Expenditures_------------------ -- ---- _ ----------- ------------ _-- -------- 4, 307, 771.72 Maintenance: Appropriated ........- $600. 00 -$317. 89 $1, 900. 00 -$290.17 $1,400.00 94, 346. 27 Cost----------------- ............ 282.11------------ 1,179. 73 430. 09 914. 30 93, 860. 57 Expenditures----------......... 282.11 ...------------ 486. 65 1, 123. 18 914.30 93, 860. 57 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-------------- $837, 000. 00 19. NEW YORK HARBOR: ENTRANCE CHANNELS AND ANCHORAGE AREAS Location.-The works included under the above title are in the upper and lower bays, New York Harbor. The harbor is 330 miles southwest by water of Boston Harbor, Mass., and 165 miles northeast of the entrance to Delaware Bay, N. J. and Del. The upper bay extends southerly from the junction of Hudson and East Rivers opposite the Battery, New York City, a distance of about 51/2 miles to the Narrows. The lower bay extends from the Narrows to the sea, a distance of about 9 miles. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 369 and 541.) Existing project.-This provides for the Ambrose Channel 45 feet deep and 2,000 feet wide, extending from the sea to deep water in the lower bay, length about 10.2 miles; for the Anchorage Channel, an extension of Ambrose Channel, with the same depth and width, in the upper bay, opposite the anchorage grounds, length about 5.7 miles; for Bayside-Gedney Channel 35 feet deep and 800 feet wide, extend- ing from the sea to the junction with Main Ship Channel, length about 6.2 miles; for the Main Ship Channel 30 feet deep and 1,000 feet wide, extending from Bayside-Gedney Channel to deep water in the lower bay, length about 5.3 miles; for the removal of Craven Shoal to a depth of 30 feet; for a channel 16 feet deep, 200 feet wide, and about 2.3 miles long, extending from bell buoy 23 to Hoffman and Swinburne Islands, for an irregularly triangular-shaped anchorage area in the southerly half of Red Hook Flats (approximately 442 acres in extent), 40 and 30 feet deep; an anchorage in the vicinity of Liberty (Bedloe) Island (about 160 acres in extent) 20 feet deep, and for a channel along the New Jersey pierhead line connecting Kill Van Kull with deep water in Anchorage Channel, south of the Liberty Island anchorage, 20 feet deep for a width of 500 feet with widening at bends to 800 feet and a length of about 3 miles. The project depths refer to mean low water. Mean tidal range, 4.7 feet; mean range of spring tides, 5.6 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.9 feet below mean low water up to 4.3 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $17,630,000. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $315,000. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 185 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 5,1884 Main Ship-Bayside-Gedney to 30 feet for width of Annual Reports, 1887, p. 62; and 1,000 feet (dimensions fixed by Secretary of War, 1888, p. 63. Dec. 27, 1886, by authority of the act of Aug. 5, 1886). Mar. 3, 1899 Ambrose Channel (East Channel) to 40 feet-.......... H. Doc. 159, 55th Cong., 3d sess. (Annual Report, 1899, p. 1279.) June 25,1910 Maintenance of entrance channel under 1 head ...... Aug. 8,1917 Anchorage Channel, the extension of Ambrose Chan- H. Doc. 518, 63d Cong., 2d sess. nel into Upper Bay. Do-.......Removal of Craven Shoal -__- ----------- -- H. Doc. 557, 64th Cong., 1st sess. Do-.......Channel between Staten Island and Hoffman and H. Doc. 625, 64th Cong., 1st seas. Swinburne Islands. July 3,1930 Relocation of southerly section of Anchorage Channel. Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 18, 71st Cong., 2d sess. 1 Aug. 30,1935 Dredging south end of Red Hook Flats, Liberty H. Doe. 183, 73d Cong., 2d sess. Island Anchorage, and channel along New Jersey pierhead line. Do ___-.__ Deepening Bayside-Gedney Channel to 35 feet for a H. Doc. 133, 74th Cong., 1st sess. width of 800 feet. Aug. 26,1937 Deepening Ambrose and Anchorage Channels to 45 Senate committee print, 75th feet for a width of 2,000 feet. Cong., 1st sess. 1 Contains latest published maps. Terminal facilities.-The harbor consists of Upper Bay and Lower Bay. In the Upper Bay there are 45 piers with a total berthage of 70,723 feet and 11,171 feet of bulkheads and wharves available for dockage. In addition there are five car-float (railroad) bridges and three ferry terminals. These terminals are located along the westerly shore of the bay, from St. George, Staten Island, to the Narrows and from Constable Hook, Bayonne, to Ellis Island. The terminals along the Brooklyn waterfront are reported under Bay Ridge and Red Hook Channels. The Lower Bay is largely undeveloped, the termi- nals being confined to Gravesend Bay. There are 7 piers with a total berthage of 9,808 feet and one bulkhead providing dockage of 1,675 feet. Of the terminals in the harbor, 27 are publicly owned, 4 are open to public use, 27 are equipped with mechanical-handling devices, and 24 have railroad connections. The facilities are considered ade- quate for present commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The United States sea- going hopper dredge L'ssayons was employed intermittently from July 13, 1951 to September 9, 1951, in deepening Ambrose Channel to 45 feet and widening from 1,700 to 2,000 feet. During the fiscal year 589,800 cubic yards, place measurement, of material were removed at a cost of $178,255.76 for new work. The United States seagoing hopper dredge Essayons was employed intermittently from August 14, 1951 to September 12, 1951 in deepen- ing a portion of the easterly 600-foot strip of Anchorage Channel to 45 feet. During the fiscal year 441,500 cubic yards, place measurement, of material were removed at a cost of $140,920.65-$130,395.74 for new work and $10,524.91 for maintenance. The United States derrickboat Babcock was employed 11, 13 and 28 December 1951 in removing shoals in Bayside and Gedney Channels. During the fiscal year 39 cubic yards place measurement of broken 186 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 stone and sand were removed at a cost of $4,280.76 for maintenance. The cost of condition surveys, studies, engineering and surveys preliminary to dredging was $674.96, for new work and $3,371.65 for maintenance. The total cost of work was $327,503.78 of which $309,326.46 was for new work and $18,177.32 for maintenance. The total expenditure was $328,057.59. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced in 1885 and is about 92 percent complete. Main Ship-Bayside-Gedney Channels were completed to a depth of 30 feet in February 1891. The deepening of Bayside-Gedney Chanel to 35 feet for a width of 800 feet was completed in June 1939. Ambrose Channel was completed to a depth of 40 feet for a width of 2,000 feet in April 1914 and was substantially completed to a depth of 45 feet for a width of 2,000 feet in 1951. Relocation of Anchorage Channel was completed to a depth of 40 feet in October 1932. The center 800 feet was dredged to 45 feet in June 1947 and the westerly 600-foot strip in April 1948. The channel between Staten Island and Hoffman and Swinburne Islands was completed in December 1920 up to "within 300 feet of the southerly limits of the project. The dredged channel meets all the needs of navigation and no further work of improvement is con- templated for the present. The channel along the New Jersey pierhead line from Kill Van Kull to Anchorage Channel was completed in March 1939. Widening at bends near the southerly and northerly ends authorized in 1948 has not yet been done. The Red Hook Flats anchorage was completed to 40 and 30 feet and the Liberty (Bedloe) Island anchorage was completed to 20 feet in October 1944. The controlling mean low water depths of the channels included this project are as follows: Section Depth (feet) WidthDate (feet) Date Ambrose Channel .--------------------------- 45 1, 900-2, 000 August 1950 to August 1951. Main Ship Channel_-- 29 850-550 June 1952. Bayside-Gedney Channel--------------------- 35 500-800 April 1951 to February 1952. Anchorage Channel .,-------------------------- 45 2, 000-1,350 Do. Craven Shoal - - 30----------------- July 1931. Channel between Staten Island and Hoffman and Swinburne Islands: Buoy 23 to Hoffman Island ---.-.- --- 13 100-200 November 1943. Hoffman Island to Swinburne Island....-.. 10 120-200 Do. Red Hook Flats Anchorage: 40-foot area....................----------------------------2 40 -------------- March 1950. 30-foot area ....____ ___. -- ---__ .... 3 30 ------ ------ - Do. Liberty (Bedloe) Island Anchorage-..- - 20 420 -- January 1950. Along New Jersey pierhead line --.---------- 19 500-200 February to March 1948. Except for a shoal 100 by 600 feet with least depth of 27 feet located along westerly channel line. 2 Except for scattered shoals having a minimum depth of 38 feet. 3 Except for scattered shoals having a minimum depth of 28 feet. ' Except for scattered shoals along the westerly side having a minimum depth of 12 feet. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists of completing the deepening of the easterly 600-foot strip of Anchorage Channel to 45 feet for a width of 2,000 feet and widening the existing RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 187 500-foot channel along the New Jersey pierhead line to 800 feet at the southerly and northerly bends. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $19,901,- 311.95-$16,175,963.44 for new work, including $116,530 applied to removing wrecks authorized by acts prior to the adoption of the exist- ing project, and $3,725,348.51 for maintenance. The total expendi- ture was $19,900,502.05. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $116,309.90 plus an allotment of $521,000 made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $637,309.90 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952-__- ------ ________----_-- ___ $809. 90 New work: Dredge by use of one United States seagoing hopper dredge for about 3.3 dredge months during January-April 1953 to complete deepening the remaining 600-foot wide easterly sec- tion of Anchorage Channel from 40 to 45 feet_----------------- 521, 000. 00 Maintenance: Dredge by use of one United States seagoing hopper dredge during August 1952 to restore Bayside-Gedney Channel to project dimensions_______------------------ __________ -- 100, 000. 00 Channel surveys and miscellaneous inspections and reports-------- 15, 500. 00 Total for all work-----------------------------__________ 637, 309. 90 The sum of $832,700 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: New work : Widening the existing 500-foot channel along the New Jersey pierhead line to 800 feet at the southerly and northerly bends under a continuing contract (March 1953 to June 1953). Amount to be expended during the fiscal year _____________-_________- $500, 000 Maintenance: Dredge by use of one United States seagoing horper dredge for about two dredge months during the fiscal year to restore the entrance channels to project dimensions-- ----------------------------------- $310, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports_______________ 22, 700 332, 700 Total for all work ------------------------------------- 832, 700 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--...... --- $400, 000. 00 .........- _ $412, 000.00 $350,000.00 $400,000.00 $16, 175, 963. 44 Cost----- ---- - 390, 304. 92 $110. 21 382, 828. 92 470, 733. 00 309, 326. 46 16, 175, 963. 44 Expenditures- ...--- 401, 885. 32 185. 08 382, 627. 71 470, 474. 74 309, 746. 14 16, 175, 963. 44 Maintenance: ..... Appropriated------ 300, 600. 00 240, 000. 00 117, 300. 00 5, 000. 00 134, 393. 50 3, 840, 848. 51 Cost----------- - 320, 828. 97 210, 400. 07 125, 803. 96 5, 902. 69 18, 177. 32 3, 725, 348. 51 Expenditures.-..... 295, 897. 57 241, 602. 64 129, 200. 22 5, 199. 24 18, 311. 45 3, 724, 538. 61 Other new work data: Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953--------------$521,000 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------- 521,000 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project------------------------------- 933,000 188 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 20. CONEY ISLAND CREEK, N.Y. Location.-This creek is a narrow tidal inlet which empties into Gravesend Bay about 10 miles south of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 369.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water and widths varying between 70 and 150 feet, extending from Gravesend Bay to Shell Road, a distance of about 2 miles. Mean tidal range, 4.7 feet; means range of spring tides, 5.6 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 4 feet below mean low water up to 4 feet above mean high water. Estimated cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $265,000, the latest (1950) approved estimated cost of annual maintenance is $6,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935. (Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 12, 73d Cong., 1st sess.) The latest published map is printed in the project document. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935, provided that no work shall be done above any bridge which affords inadequate clearances for navigation, that all dredging necessary to afford a suitable passage 12 feet deep through the bridge has been done without cost to the United States, and that available areas for the deposit of dredged material shall be furnished by local interests. The clearances through the first three bridges were accepted by the Chief of Engineers under date of February 24, 1936, as being ade- quate for the existing needs of navigation. The assurances for dredg- ing through the aforementioned bridges and a spoil-disposal area were accepted as satisfactory by the Chief of Engineers on April 15, 1937. Terminal facilities.-There is an aggregate total of 7,060 feet of usable marginal wharves or bulkheads extending along Coney Island Creek to within 1,000 feet of the head of navigation at Shell Road. The existing facilities appear to be adequate for present commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facilities, see Port and Ter- minal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $702.39 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced October 1937 and is about 43 percent complete. When examined in April 1947 and June 1952 the controlling mean low water depth was 12 feet for a width of 150 feet from Gravesend Bay to West 23d Street, thence 11 feet for a width varying from 150 to 40 feet to a point 600 feet below Cropsey Avenue Bridge, thence 7 feet for a width varying from 75 to 40 feet to a point 400 feet above Cropsey Avenue Bridge, thence 6 feet for a width varying from 50 to 35 feet to a point 350 feet below abandoned B. M. T. bridge, thence depths decrease from 2 feet to zero to the head of the project at Shell Road. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists of completing the deepening of the project channel to 12 feet. No further work of improvement is contemplated pending reconstruction of dilapidated bulkheads bordering project channel. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $71,111.14, of which $69,488.84 was for new work and $1,622.30 for maintenance. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 189 Proposedoperation.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30-- Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: ........------------------------------...........----............................--------------------............ Appropriated---- $69,488.84 Cost---------- --- ----- - ----------------------- ---------------------- -- 69,488.84 Expenditures-........ . ----------- ----------- --------------------- ------------- 69, 488.84 Maintenance: Appropriated .......- $560 ....------..-...........---.........--------.......------------. $702. 39 1, 622. 30 Cost------- -------- 560 .........------------....................---------......------------ 702. 39 1, 622. 30 Expenditures.......-- 560 ..........---------............------------------------........... 702. 39 1, 622. 30 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project -------------- $196, 000 21. BAY RIDGE AND RED HOOK CHANNELS, N. Y. Location.-These channels lie along the east shore of the Upper Bay, New York Harbor, and with Buttermilk Channel, form an east- erly channel along the Brooklyn water front from the Narrows to East River. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 369 and 541.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1881, August 11, 1888, September 19, 1890, August 18, 1894, and June 3, 1896. For further details see page 1768 of annual report for 1915, and page 195 of the annual report for 1938. Existing project. This provides for a channel 1,200 feet wide and 40 feet deep at mean low water from the Narrows to Bay Ridge Avenue, Brooklyn, thence 1,750 feet wide to the junction of Bay Ridge and Red Hook Channels, thence 1,200 feet wide through Red Hook Channel to the junction with Buttermilk Channel, and a channel of the same depth extending into Gowanus Bay from the junction of Bay Ridge Channel with Red Hook Channel, narrowing uniformly in width to about 500 feet at 28th Street, Brooklyn. Length of sec- tion included in the project, 4 miles. Mean tidal range, 4.7 feet; mean range of spring tides, 5.6 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.9 feet below mean low water up to 4.3 feet above mean high water. The cost for new work, for the completed project, was $4,277,196, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $230,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1899 Channel 40 feet deep and 1,200 feet wide- ...- . . Doc. 337, 54th Cong., 2d sess. H... Aemal Report, 1897, p. 1177. Mar. 2,1907 Dredging to obtain, first, a depth of 35 feet, subse- quently increasing depth to 40 feet for full width. July 3, 1930 Widening of Bay Ridge Channel to 1,750 feet-....... Rivers and Harbors Committee Doec. 44, 71st Cong., 2d sess. (Contains latest published map.) 245554-53-vol. 1- 13 190 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Terminal facilities.-There are 52 piers with a total berthage of 84,366 feet and 8,096 feet of bulkheads and wharves available for dockage. Twenty-two of the terminals have mechanical handling devices and 19 have railroad connections. In addition, there are 6 railroad float bridges and 2 ferry slips. Of the terminals, 4 are Government owned, 15 are owned by the city of New York, and 7 are open to public use. The terminal facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facili- ties, see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The United States sea- going hopper dredge Essayons was employed intermittently from April 1, 1952 to May 13, 1952 to restore sections of Bay Ridge and Red Hook Channels to partial project depth of 35 feet. During the fiscal year 438,500 cubic yards, place measurement, of material were removed at a cost of $179,400.01 for maintenance. The cost of condition surveys, engineering and surveys preliminary to dredging were $4,654.99 for maintenance. The total cost of work was $184,055 for maintenance. The total expenditure was $174,437.01. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced March 1901 and completed June 1940. The controlling mean low water depths of the channels included in in the project are as follows: Section Depth WidthDate survey (feet) (feet) Date survey In Bay Ridge Channel from Narrows to Bay 37 1,200-700 March-April 1952. Ridge Ave., Brooklyn. From Bay Ridge Ave. to 41st St. (Pier 7) _.... 35 1,750-780 Do. From 41st St. to junction with Red Hook Chan- 32 1,400-1,200 Do. nel. Branch in Gowanu Bay---------------------- 30 650-370 April 1951 and April 1952. Red Hook Channel ------------------------- 37 500-110 March-April 1952. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $8,435,897.06, of which $4,212,636.95 was regular funds and $64,559.68 Public Works funds, a total of $4,277,196.63 for new work and $4,158,700.43 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $157,700 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging by use of one United States seagoing hopper dredge for about one month in the removal of shoals, where necessary, to partial project depth of 35 feet and for miscellaneous inspections and reports. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 191 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-------------------- ............--------....... .................... -------------....---------- $5, 523, 296. 63 Cost------------------- ------------------------------------------- 5, 523, 296. 63 Expenditures.. ............ .. ....----------------------..-------.......--- ---....----...........---------------- 5, 523, 296. 63 Maintenance: Appropriated---.........- -$146. 90 $6, 650. 70 $8, 000. 00 -$2, 038. 99 $184, 055.00 4, 158, 700. 43 Cost ...---------..... ............ 6, 650. 70 5, 961.01 ----------- 184, 055. 00 4, 158, 700. 43 Expenditures ------ -_...... 6, 650. 70 __..... 5, 823. 80 137. 21 174, 437. 01 4, 149, 082. 44 22. GOWANUS CREEK CHANNEL, N. Y. Location.-Gowanus Creek is a small tidal inlet extending north- easterly about 11/2 miles from the north end of Bay Ridge Channel. The channel is shown on United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 369, but is not named; entrance is shown on chart No. 541. Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1881 (under the title of "Gowanus Bay"), August 11, 1888, and September 19, 1890. For further details see annual report for 1915, page 1769, and annual report for 1938, page 198. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 26 feet deep at mean low water from Bay Ridge Channel at 28th Street to the foot of Percival Street, with width decreasing from 300 feet at 28th Street to 200 feet at Percival Street, and thence 18 feet deep at mean low water to Hamilton Avenue Bridge, gradually reducing in width to 100 feet at the bridge, all as limited by harbor lines. Length of section included in the project, three-fourths mile. Mean tidal range, 4.7 feet; mean range of spring tides, 5.6 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.9 feet below mean low water up to 4.3 feet above mean high water. The cost for new work for the completed project was $70,000, ex- clusive of amounts expended under previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $6,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and bharbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3, 1881 Dredging 18-foot channel...________________ June 3,1896 Dredging 26-foot channel...-------------------- Annual Report, 1896, p. 155; for latest pub- lished map, see Annual Report for 1903, p. 919. Recommended modification of project.--Under date of September 19, 1950, the Chief of Engineers recommended modification of the existing project so as to provide for deepening the existing 26-foot channel to 30 feet, including extension of the deepening and widening of the channel at the junction with the existing 40-foot project of Bay Ridge and Red Hook Channels, and for a branch channel 30 feet deep at mean low water and 150 feet wide in the lower 1,000 192 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 feet of Henry Street Basin, at an estimated cost of $287,000 with $1,500 annually for maintenance, in addition to that now required, subject to certain conditions of local cooperation. Terminal facilities.-There are 108 piers and bulkheads along this waterway and Gowanus Canal, 5 of which, including a large grain elevator, are owned and operated by the Port of New York Authority as a grain terminal; 7 are owned by the city of New York, 24 are owned and operated by 3 shipyards; and the remainder are privately owned and operated. The total available berthage is about 53,160 feet. The terminals occupy practically the whole of the water front. None has rail connections. (For latest full description of terminal facilities, see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $454.60 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced July 1881 and completed April 1904. When examined in June 1952, the controlling mean low-water depth was 26 feet for widths varying from 300 to 150 feet from the entrance up to Percival Street, thence 18 feet for widths varying from 200 to 50 feet to the head of the improvement at Hamilton Avenue Bridge. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $143,631.42, of which $70,000 was for new work and $73,631.42 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated_ -- --------------------- -------- ------------------------............ $145,000.00 Cost---- --------------------------------------------------------- 145, 000. 00 Expenditures----- -------------- ---------------------------------- --------.--. 145,000.00 Maintenance: Appropriated--------........ $600.00 $700.00 $1, 762. 76 $1, 292. 18 $454. 60 73, 631.42 Cost---- -- --- 600. 00 700. 00 1, 762. 76 1, 292.18 454. 60 73, 631.42 Expenditures-------......... 600. 00 700. 00 1, 762. 76 1, 292. 18 454. 60 73, 631.42 23. BUTTERMILK CHANNEL, N. Y. Location.-This channel connects deep water in the Upper Bay, New York Harbor, southwest of Governors Island, with deep water in East River northeast of Governors Island, and with Bay Ridge and Red Hook Channels forms an easterly channel along the Brook- lyn water front from the Narrows to East River. It lies between Governors Island and Brooklyn Borough, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 541 and 745.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of June 14, 1880, July 13, 1892, and June 3, 1896. For further details see page 205, Annual Report for 1932. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 1,000 feet wide, 40 feet deep at mean low water for the width of the existing 500-foot RIVERS AND I'ARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 193 channel and 35 feet deep for the remaining 500-foot width west of the existing channel, with suitable widening at the junctions with East River and Red Hook and Anchorage Channels. Length of sec- tion included in the project, 21/4 miles. Mean tidal range 4.4 feet; mean range of spring tides, 5.3 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.8 feet below mean low water up to 4.2 feet above mean high water. The estimated cost for new work, revised in 1952 is $2,664,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimated cost of annual maintenance is $45,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 13,1902 Channel 1,200 feet wide and not less than 30 H. Doc. 122, 56th Cong., 2d sess. (Annual feet deep. Report, 1901, p. 1299.) Aug. 30,1935 Channel 1,000 feet wide to depths of 40 and 35 Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 55, feet. 74th Cong., 1st sess. (Contains latest published map.) Terminal facilities.-There are 20 piers with a total berthage of 27,324 feet, and 3,722 feet of bulkheads and wharves available for dockage. Of the terminals, 13 are equipped with mechanical-han- dling devices and 14 have railroad connections. Two of the termi- nals are owned by the city of New York of which one is open to public use. In addition, there are 2 float bridges and 2 ferry slips. Practically all of the available water front is occupied and facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced October 1903 and is about 68 percent complete. The easterly 500-foot width of channel from Anchorage Channel to East River was completed to a 40-foot depth in May 1935. The westerly 500-foot channel including the widening at the junction with the East River, was completed to a 35-foot depth for the northerly three- quarters of a mile of its length in December 1939, and for the southerly 2,000 feet in October 1944. The widenings at the junctions with Red Hook and Anchorage Channels were completed in December 1943. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists of completing the deepening to 35 feet of the westerly 500-foot channel. The controlling mean low water depths of the sections included in this project are as follows: Section D(feet) Width (feet) Date East half of channel: Anchorage Channel to junction with Red Hook Channel.... 33 500-250 May 1951. Junction with Red Hook Channel to the East River __-... 40 100-500 March 1950. West half of channel: Anchorage Channel to 4,000 feet north -..................... 23 500-250 May 1951. 4,100 feet north of Anchorage Channel to 9,000 feet north 27 250-500 March 1950. 9,000 feet north of Anchorage Channel to the East River... 33 250-500 March 1950. 194 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 When examined in March 1950 and May 1951, the controlling depths in the widenings at the junctions with Anchorage, Red Hook and East River Channels were 28, 34 and 35 feet, respectively. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $2,002,195.94, of which $122,051.24 were Public Works funds and $1,323,616.66 regular funds, a total of $1,445,667.90 for new work and $556,528.04 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $155,000 plus an allotment of $1,500 made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $156,500 will be applied to main- tenance dredging by use of one United States seagoing hopper dredge for about 1.4 dredge months during August-September 1952 to restore the southerly 0.6 mile reach of the 35- and 40-foot channels to a depth of 35 feet and miscellaneous inspection and reports. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated ........-------- ------- ----------- $1, 941, 917. 90 -------------------.......................----------.............. Cost--. --------- ------------ --------------------------------- 1,941,917.90 Expenditures...--------- ---- ----------------------- ---------- ------------ 1,941,917.90 Maintenance: Appropriated-....... $80, 000. 00 $11, 000. 00 $2, 782. 04 --------- $155, 000 711, 528. 04 Cost--- 90, 194. 38 ..------------ 805. 62 2, 782. 04 ------------ ---------- 556, 528. 04 Expenditures-------- 80,000. 00 11, 000. 00 2, 782. 04 ------------------------ 556, 528. 04 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project------------- $1,218, 000 24. EAST RIVER, N. Y. Location.-This is a tidal strait about 16 miles long and 600 to 4,000 feet wide, connecting Hudson River and the Upper Bay at the Battery, New York City, with Long Island Sound at Throgs Neck, New York City, and separating Long Island from Manahattan Island and the mainland. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 223, 226, and 745.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of August 30, 1852, July 25, 1868, March 3, 1899, and June 25, 1910. For further details see page 210, annual report for 1932. Existing project.-This provides for channels of the following dimensions (depths refer to mean low water): From deep water in the Upper New York Bay to Wallabout Channel, 40 feet deep and 1,000 feet wide; from Wallabout Channel to Throgs Neck, 35 feet deep, with widths varying from about 550 to 1,000 feet, according to locality; east of Welfare (Blackwells) Island up to English Place (43d Drive), Long Island City, 30 feet deep and varying in width from 500 to 900 feet, with widening in the approach from the main channel; between South Brother and Berrian Islands, 20 feet deep and 300 feet wide, with widening in the approach from the main channel; for the removal of Coenties Reef to a depth of 40 feet, also the removal of the follow- RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 195 ing rocks and reefs lying outside of the limiting lines of the main channel to give access to wharves :Along the Brooklyn shore, Brooklyn Bridge to Manhattan Bridge (Fulton Ferry Reef), to a depth of 25 feet; Jay Street Reef, 25 feet; Corlears Reef, 35 feet; Shell Reef, 25 feet; Horns Hook, 40 feet; Rhinelander Reef, 26 feet; and reef off Oak Point, 30 feet; and for the construction of a dike in Pot Cove in Hell Gate. The length of the section included in the improvement is about 16.5 miles. The mean range of tide varies according to locality from 4 feet at North Third Street, Brooklyn and 4.4 feet at the Battery to 4.9 feet at Hallets Point, 6.5 feet at Port Morris, and 7.1 feet at the eastern entrance at Throgs Neck; mean range of spring tides 4.8, 5.3, 5.9, 7.6, and 8.5 feet, respectively; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary according to locality from 3.8 feet below mean low water at the Battery, 2.4 feet at North Third Street, Brook- lyn and 3.8 feet at Throgs Neck up to about 4.2 feet above mean high water at the Battery and 8.4 feet above mean high water at Throgs Neck; extreme fluctuations do not seriously affect navigation. The cost for new work, for the completed project, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects, was $23,849,719. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $25,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,19151 Removal of Coenties Reef to 35 feet, conditioned upon local H. Doc. 188, 63d Cong., interests increasing depth to 40 feet. 1st sess. July 27,1916 Channel across Diamond Reef 35 feet deep and 1,000 feet wide_ Do. Aug. 8,1917 Channel east of Blackwells Island to 20 feet; channel between Do. South Brother and Berrian Islands, to 20 feet; channel between North and South Brother Islands to 26 feet. Do_. Chamnnel 4Qfeet deep through East River and Hell Gate-...- H. Doc. 140, 65th Cong., 1st sess. July 18, 1918 Secure a depth of 40 feet in channel through East River and Specified in act. Hell Gate as soon as practicable. Sept. 22,1922 Depth limited to 35 feet in the through channel between Rivers and Harbors Com- Wallabout Channel and Throgs Neck. Channel east of mittee Doec. 3, 67th Blackwells Island, 30 feet to English Place and eliminated Cong., 2d sess. (Con- 20-foot channel north of English Place. Eliminated chan- tains latest published nel between North and South Brother Islands except as map.) authorized prior to existing project. Removal of certain rocks and reefs and construction of dike in Pot Cove, Hell Gate. 1 Pub. Res. 67, 63d Cong., 3d sess. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal faeilities.-There are 120 piers with a total berthage of 85,844 feet and 56,518 feet of bulkheads and wharves available for dockage along both shores of the East River from the Battery to Clason Point. In addition, there are 10 ferry slips and 20 car-float bridges. Of the terminals, 141 are publicly owned, 5 are open to public use, 93 are equipped with mechanical-handling devices, and 41 have railroad connections. The facilities are considered adequate for present needs. (For latest full description of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the 35- and 40-foot channel were $8,580.31 for maintenance. 196 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Condition at end of fiscal year.--Work under the existing project was commenced June 1916 and was substantially completed Septem- ber 1935. The controlling mean low water depths of the various channels as determined by intermittent surveys made during the period 1910 to 1952, are as follows: SectionDepth Width section (feet) (feet) From Upper Bay to Wallabout Channel--...--...........-----------................------------------- 40 950-1, 000 Corlears Reef --------------------------------------------------------- 29... From Wallabout Channel through west channel at Welfare (Blackwells) Island and Hell Gate to Throgs Neck at Long Island Sound-------------........----------....... 35 550-1, 000 East Channel at Welfare (Blackwells) Island: From Newtown Creek to English Place (43d Drive) Long Island City--------....... 30----------... From English Place to deep water off north end of Welfare Island------------ 24 ... Between South Brother and Berrian Islands.................------------------------------- 20 300 Coenties Reef------------------------------------...........-------------------............................ 40---------- Fulton Ferry Reef----------------------------------------------------- 25---------- Jay Street Reef-------------- ---------------------------------------- 20 Shell Reef-.---------------------------------------------------------- 25---------- Horns Hook Reef-------- ----------------------------------------- 40 Rhinelander Reef------------ .-------------------------------------------- 26---------- Reef Off Oak Point---------------------------------------------------------- 30---------- 1 Except for scattered shoals in the vicinity of Belmont Island with least depth of 25.5 feet. The removal of a small shoal area along the east side of the 35-foot channel between Grand Street and North Third Street, Brooklyn, the construction of the dike at Pot Cove in Hell Gate, a part of the widening near the pierhead line in Jay Street Reef, and North Third Street, Brooklyn, were omitted as unnecessary, the work completed being considered sufficient for the needs of navigation. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30,1952, were $24,686,366.10, of which $1,743,265.42 were Public Works funds and $22,106,453.80 regular funds, a total of $23,849,719.22 for new work and $836,646.88 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $5,419.69 plus an allotment of $60,180.31 made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $65,600 will be applied to mainte- nance dredging by contract (March 1953) to restore project depth of 40 feet in the vicinity of Corlears Reef and miscellaneous inspec- tions and reports. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated - ------------------- $30,037,412. 72 -----------------------............----------........ Cost .---------------------------------------------------------------- 30,037, 412. 72 Expenditures ------------- -------------------- ----------- ----------- 30,037, 412.72 Maintenance: Appropriated---....---- -------- $1, 000 $5, 900 $1, 229. 42 $14, 000. 00 879, 730. 52 1, 000 Cost....---------------------------- 5, 900 1, 229. 42 8, 580. 31 874, 310. 83 1, 000 Expenditures.....--------------------- 5, 900 1, 229. 42 8, 580. 31 874, 310. 83 RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 197 25. NEWTOWN CREEK, N. Y. Location.-This creek is a tidal waterway entering the East River, N. Y., and 41/2 miles by water northeast of the Battery, New York City, and forms a part of the boundary between the boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geo- detic Survey Chart No. 745.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of June 14, 1880, July 5, 1884, and June 3, 1896. For further details see page 1769 of Annual Report for 1915, and page 207 of Annual Report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 23 feet deep and 130 feet wide from East River to a point about 150 feet north of Maspeth Avenue; for a turning basin at the former location of Mussel Island and a triangular area lying on the north side of the entrance to the creek of the same depth; for a channel 20 feet deep at mean low water elsewhere in Newtown Creek, including Dutch Kills, Maspeth Creek, and English Kills, of the following widths: 150 feet wide from Maspeth Avenue to Grand Street Bridge, thence 125 feet wide to Metropolitan Avenue on the East Branch; 100 feet wide for a distance of 2,000 feet up Maspeth Creek; 75 to 100 feet wide for a distance of 2,800 feet up Dutch Kills with a turning basin at the head; and 150 feet wide in English Kills; or West Branch, to the Metropolitan Avenue Bridge, including the easing of bends, and for a channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide in English Kills from the Metropolitan Avenue Bridge to within 80 feet of the Montrose Avenue Bridge, suit- ably widened at bends and materially widened by excavating upland at the second bend above the Metropolitan Avenue Bridge. The total length of channel included in the project is about 5.2 miles. Mean tidal range, 4.2 feet; mean range of spring tides, 5 feet; irregu- lar fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.8 feet below mean low water up to 4.2 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $1,310,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $36,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents 1 Mar. 2,1919 20-foot channel_.....--.----------------..-.__ H. Doe. 936, 64th Cong., 1st sess. July 3,1930 23-foot channel--....--------------------------- Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 42, 71st Cong., 2d sess.' Aug. 26, 1937 12-foot channel in English Kills--.....---------------- Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 Doc. 4, 75th Cong., 1st sess. Minor modification of project in the vicinity of Mus- sel Island, without change in cost, approved by the Secretary of War, Mar. 22, 1920. I Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1919, requires that all land needed for rights-of-way be furnished without cost to the United States, and provides that no work shall be done in Maspeth Creek, in the removal of Mussel Island, or in English Kills until this has been done in each case and corresponding changes made 198 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 in existing harbor lines; also that no work shall be undertaken under the existing project in Dutch Kills until the obstructive bridges near its mouth have been suitably modified. The River and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937, requires that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, necessary easements of rights-of-way for the enlargement of the channel in English Kills above Metropolitan Avenue and give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will remove obstructive deposits resulting from the discharge of sewage into the waterway. That act also re- quires that before widening the second bend south of Metropolitan Avenue local interests shall furnish necessary lands or rights-of-way and construct a new bulkhead on the widened channel. The lands needed in Maspeth Creek, Mussel Island, and the East Branch have been ceded to the United States by the city of New York by deed. The work of modifying the bridges near the mouth of Dutch Kills was completed in 1923. No action has been taken by the city authorities to comply with the requirements for dredging in English Kills (West Branch). Terminal facilities.-The length of waterfront measured along both sides of the improvement is 11.6 miles, of which 9.6 miles are bulkheaded and about 2 miles of frontage, distributed over the entire length of this waterway, is yet undeveloped. There are 5 piers with a total berthage of 3,062 feet and 44,137 feet of bulkheads and wharves available for dockage. Of the terminals, 8 are owned by the city of New York, of which 5 are open to public use; 55 are equipped with mechanical handling devices, and 23 have railroad connections. The terminal facilities are considered adequate for present needs. (For latest full description of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Opierations and results during fiscal year.--Under a contract for dredging to a depth of 16 feet in English Kills from the entrance to Metropolitan Avenue, work was commenced January 17, 1952 and completed February 16, 1952. During the period 63,387 cubic yards, place measurement, of material were removed at a cost of $80,636.28 for maintenance under the previous project. The cost of surveys and engineering preliminary to contract dredg- ing in English Kills was $2,482.93 for maintenance under the previous project. The cost of a survey to determine the condition of the chan- nel in East Branch was $197.22 for maintenance. The total cost of work was $83,316.43, of which $197.22 was under the existing project and $83,119.21 under the previous project, all for maintenance. The total expenditure was $83,007.06, of which $197.22 was under the existing project and $82,809.84 under the previous project. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced May 1921 and is about 64 percent complete. The work of enlarging the main channel to 23-foot depth and 130-foot width from the entrance to 150 feet north of Maspeth Avenue, includ- ing the triangular area at the entrance, and a turning basin at the former location of Mussel Island, is about 90 percent completed. Dutch Kills has been dredged to project depth, 20 feet, for a width of 75 to 100 feet except at a few places near the head of improvement RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 199 where unstable bulkheads restricted dredging operations. Maspeth Creek has been dredged to project dimensions throughout. Newtown Creek is navigable on the West Branch (English Kills) to Johnson Avenue, 3.92 miles from East River and on the East Branch to Metropolitan Avenue, 3.29 miles from the East River. The controlling mean low water depths of the channels included in this project are as follows: Section Depth (feet) Width (feet) Date Main channel: From East River to south end of turning basin at Mussel Island.... 23 280-100 July 1950. From south end of turning basin at Mussel Island to 150 feet below 18 130-160 August 1949. Maspeth Ave. Turning Basin at Mussel Island_-------.......... ---.--......... 19 ........ Do. Dutch Kills: From Newtown Creek to 100 feet below Borden Avenue Bridge ... 15 30-100 February 1949. From 100 feet below Borden Avenue Bridge to turning basin at the 12 25-100 Do. head. Maspeth Creek...........................-------------------------------------------- 8 50-100 August 1949. East Branch: From 150feet below Maspeth Ave. to Grand Street Bridge----------........ 16 60-130 June 1952. From Grand St. Bridge to Metropolitan Ave------......----------------13 125-85 Do. English Kills (West Branch): From junction with East Branch to Metropolitan Avenue----......... 16 150 Do. From Metropolitan Avenue to within 80 feet of Montrose Avenue.... 8 80-100 March 1949. 1 Excludes a length of 300 feet below easterly limit of project where the depth ranges from 8 feet to 0. The work remaining to be done consists of completing to project dimensions: The 23-foot main channel between Greenpoint and Meeker Avenues, and between 800 and 150 feet north of Maspeth Avenue; the 20-foot channel in the East Branch; and the 20- and 12-foot channels in English Kills. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $1,262,649.82, of which $767,093.96 for new work and $495,- 555.86 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $1,362.94 minus accounts payable of $309.37, a total of $1,053.57 will be applied to costs outstanding in connection with contract for maintenance dredging in English Kills completed during fiscal year 1952. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial sunrmary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total toJune 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated--...............---------......--------------------------------------------.... $1,168,354.47 Cost-....---------- ------------------------ --------.----------- ----------- 1,168,354. 47 Expenditures-................--------- -------- ---------------- ------------------------. 1,168, 354.47 Maintenance: Appropriated- ........ -$1,282. 92 $1, 490 $342, 500. 00 -$8, 698. 95 $84,370. 00 918, 426. 81 Cost..........---- .......--------. 33, 311. 37 1,490 216, 417. 59 117,383. 46 83, 316. 43 917, 373. 24 Expenditures--------......... 34, 410.04 1,490 92, 853. 99 240,947. 06 83, 007. 06 917, 063. 87 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project ---------------- $543, 000 200 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 26. HARLEM RIVER, N. Y. Location.--Harlem River and Spuyten Duyvil Creek, both included in the project for the improvement of Harlem River, are two con- necting tidal waterways, of a joint length of about 8 miles, lying wholly within the limits of Greater New York and separating Man- hattan Island from the mainland. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 274.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 23, 1874. For further details see annual report for 1915, page 1762, and annual report for 1938, page 210. Ewisting project.-This provides for a continuous channel 15 feet deep at mean low water and 400 feet wide from East River to Hudson River, except in the vicinity of Washington Bridge, where the adopted width is 354 feet, and at the rock cut through Dyckmans Meadow, where it is 350 feet and the depth is 18 feet. It also provides for straightening the channel at Johnson Iron Works by making a cut 15 feet deep and 400 feet wide. The length of channel included in the project is about 8 miles. The main tidal range varies, according to locality, from 4.9 feet at Willis Avenue Bridge to 3.8 feet at Spuyten Duyvil Bridge; range of spring tides, 5.9 and 4.5 feet, re- spectively. Irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pres- sure vary from 3.8 feet below mean low water up to 4.7 feet above mean high water at Willis Avenue Bridge and from 3.7 feet below mean low water up to 4 feet above mean high water at Spuyten Duyvil Bridge. The cost for new work, for the completed project, was $3,595,119, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $25,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 18,1878 Channel 15 feet deep and 350 feet wide ...---....--------.......--....H. Ex. Doc. No. 75, Pt. 9, 43d Cong., 2d sess. (Annual Report, 1875, pt. 2, p. 224.) Chief of Engineers authorized widening to 400 feet Annual Report, 1886, p. 674. throughout except at Dyckmans Cut, where width was kept at 350 feet and depth increased to 18 feet. Chief of Engineers in 1893 reduced width of channel Annual Report, 1912, p. 198. in vicinity of Washington Bridge to 354 feet. Mar. 4, 1913 Straightening channel at Johnson Iron Works_ _.-.. H. Doc. No. 557, 62d Cong., 2d sess. (Contains latest published maps.) Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-The length of the water front along both shores of the Harlem River is about 16 miles, of which 4 miles are unavailable for commercial use. About 5 miles of the waterfront are occupied by 6 piers with a total berthage of 2,692 feet and 23,699 feet of bulkheads and wharves available for dockage. Twenty-six of the terminals are owned by the city of New York. One of the latter is used as a barge canal terminal. Of the terminals owned by the city, six are open to the public on equal terms. Forty-three of the termi- nals are equipped with mechanical-handling devices and 12 have rail- road connections. In addition, there are four railroad float bridges. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 201 The terminal facilities are considered adequate for present needs. (For latest field description of terminal facilities, see Port and Termi- nal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost of a survey to determine the condition of the channel was $387.07 for maintenance. The expenditure was $1,194.11. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced January 1888 and was substantially completed May 1938. Remaining widening to be done in the section above High Bridge is prohibited by the proximity of bulkheads to the channel line. The present width is considered adequate for navigation. No further improvement is contemplated under the project. A channel 15 feet deep at mean low water and 400 feet wide has been excavated from East River to High Bridge, thence 15 feet deep and 350 to 400 feet wide to the Hudson River. The rock cut through Dyckmans Meadow was completed to 18-foot depth and 350-foot width in 1816. The straightening of the channel at Johnson Iron Works was com- pleted to 15-foot depth- and 400-foot width in 1938. The controlling depth from East River to Hudson River, as shown by examination made in December 1949 to June 1951 was 15 feet at mean low water through a navigable channel varying from 50 to 400 feet in width, except for a shoal in the vicinity of Little Hell Gate having a mini- mum depth of 14 feet and scattered shoals between Sherman Creek and Broadway Bridge having a minimum depth of 10 feet. The total costs and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $3,866,698.60, of which $3,595,119.48 was for new work and $271,579.12 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--- ------ ---------------------------------------------............ $3,616,119.48 Cost------------ --------------------------------------............-----------............ ............ 3, 616, 119. 48 Expenditures - ----------- ------------ -----------------------------------............ 3, 616, 119. 48 Maintenance: Appropriated---.... ------------ $4, 800. 00 $2, 316. 00 $------------ ------------ 271, 579. 12 Cost----------- ------------------------ 4, 800. 00 987. 02 $387.07 271, 579. 12 Expenditures........--- ------------ ------------ 4, 800. 00 179. 98 1,194.11 271, 579. 12 27. HUDSON RIVER CHANNEL, NEW YORK HARBOR Location.-Hudson River empties into the Upper Bay of New York Harbor at the Battery, New York City. The section included under this title extends from deep water in upper New York Bay to just north of Harlem River (Spuyten Duyvil Creek), a distance of about 14.5 miles. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 274, 745, and 746.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1875, June 6, 1900, and March 3, 1905. For further details, see annual report for 1915, page 1765, and annual report for 1938, page 213. 202 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Existing project.-This provides for a channel 48 feet deep and 2,000 feet wide, suitably widened at the bends, from West 59th Street, Manhattan, to West 40th Street, thence 45 feet deep of the same width to deep water in Upper Bay; for a channel 40 feet deep for the full width of the river extending from the north line of 59th Street to the south side of Little Basin, and thence a channel of the same depth to deep water in the Upper New York Bay off Ellis Island, substan- tially as shown on maps in House Document 309, Seventy-second Con- gress, first session, subject to the provision that no dredging shall be done under the project within 50 feet of the pierhead lines; a channel 750 feet wide and 30 feet deep along the Weehawken-Edgewater water- front; the removal of a shoal on the New York side 'between West 59th and West 61st Streets to a depth of 40 feet; and the removal of an obstruction north of the mouth of Spuyten Duyvil Creek to the depth of the surrounding river bottom. The length of channel in- cluded in the project is about 11 miles. The plane of reference is mean low water. Mean tidal range at the Battery, 4.4 feet, and at West 129th Street, 4.1; mean range of spring tides, 5.3 feet and 4.9 feet, respectively; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.8 feet below mean low water at the Battery up to 4.2 feet above mean high water and at West 129th Street from 3.6 feet below mean low water up to 4.2 feet above mean high water. The estimated cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $6,778,000, ex- clusive of the amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $390,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 4,1913 Channel 30 feet deep from Ellis Island to Newark St., H. Doc. 719, 62d Cong., 2d sess. 40 feet deep through the shoal from Newark St. to Castle Point and channel 26 feet deep and 550 feet wide along Weehawken-Edgewater water front. Removal of shoal east side of river between West 19th and West 32d St.; removal of rock near the Battery to 40 feet, and removal of obstruction near Sputyen Duyvil Creek. Mar. 4,1915 Additional dredging through shoal from Newark St. Annual Report, 1914, pp. 234-235. to Castle Point. Aug. 8,1917 Removal of shoal between West 32d and West 61st H. Doc. 1697, 64th Cong., 2d sess. Sts. to 40 feet and widening the 40-foot channel be- tween the Battery and Canal St. to 2,000 feet. Mar. 3,1925 Channel 30 feet deep and 750 feet wide along Weehaw- H. Doc. 313, 68th Cong., 1st sess. ken-Edgewater water front. Jan. 21,1927 Modification of conditions of local cooperation affect- ing channel along Weehawken-Edgewater water front. 1 July 3,1930 Channel 40 feet deep between pierhead lines from 20th H. Doc. 450, 70th Cong., 2d sess. St., Manhattan, to a point 1,300 feet below Newark St., Hoboken, thence 2,800 feet wide to deep water off Ellis Island. Channel 30 feet deep between 40- foot channel and channel along Jersey City water front. Aug. 30,1935' Widening the 40-foot channel to full width of river H. Doc. 309, 72d Cong., 1st sess.1 from north line of 59th St. to south side of Little Basin, thence a channel of same depth to deep water off Ellis Island. Do--....... Waiver of all conditions of local cooperation affecting Rivers and Harbors Committee the channel along the Weehawken-Edgewater water Doc. 49, 72d Cong., 2d sess. front. Aug. 26,1937 Channel 45 and 48 feet deep and 2,000 feet wide-....... Senate Committee Print, 75th, Cong., 1st sess.' SContain latest published maps. 2Also Public Works Administration Sept. 6, 1933, and Apr. 27, 1935. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 203 Terminal facilities.-The length of waterfront included in the proj- ect for improvement, measured along both shores of the river, is 32 miles; of this length 7 miles of the Manhattan waterfront and 10 miles of the New Jersey waterfront have been developed for commercial use. Along the Manhattan waterfront, there are 96 piers with a total berthage of 134,947 feet, 4,465 feet of bulkheads and wharves available for dockage, 12 ferry slips, and 6 car-float bridges. Along the Jersey waterfront, there are 135 piers having a total berthage of 167,760 feet, 23,948 feet of bulkheads and wharves available for dockage, and 7 ferry slips, 11 car-float bridges, 6 small boat repair yards, and 1 large shipyard. Of the terminals, 134 are publicly owned, 27 are open for public use, 159 are equipped with mechanical-handling devices, and 135 have railroad connections. The facilities are adequate for present requirements. (For latest full description of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The United States seagoing hopper dredge Essayons was employed intermittently from November 10, 1951 to March 31, 1952, in dredging sections of the channel between the Battery and West 40th Street to a depth of 45 feet. During the fiscal year 540,400 cubic yards place measurement of material was removed at a cost of $162,833.09 for new work. The United States derrick boat Babcock was engaged in removing shoals in the channel, vicinity of Ellis Island from June 2 to 10, 1952. During the fiscal year 294 cubic yards of material were re- moved at a cost of $7,812.83 for new work. The United States seagoing hopper dredge Essayons was employed from September 12 to 17, 1951; the United States seagoing hopper dredge Goethals was employed from November 28, 1951 to December 9, 1951 in dredging to restore the channel along the Weehawken- Edgewater waterfront to a depth of 30 feet. During the fiscal year 249,600 cubic yards place measurement of material were removed at a cost of $81,221.73 for maintenance. The cost of studies and investigation of shoaling in Weehawken- Edgewater Channel, surveys and engineering preliminary to dredg- ing were $4,012.63, of which $870 was for new work and $3,142.63 for maintenance. The total cost of work was $255,880.28, of which $171,515.92 was for new work and $84,364.36 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $255,740.09. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced April 1913 and was substantially completed in June 1952. The work of widening and deepening Weehawken-Edgewater Channel to project dimensions was completed in August 1937. The work of widening the 40-foot channel for the full width of the river from Ellis Island to West 59th Street, Manhattan, was completed in March 1939. The work of widening the 48-foot project to full project width of 2,000 feet from West 40th Street to West 59th Street was completed in November 1950. Deepening of the 45-foot channel for a width of 2,000 feet from Upper Bay to West 40th Street was 204 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 substantially completed to project dimensions in June 1952, with the exception of minor isolated shoals which will be removed in August 1952. The controlling mean low water depths of the sections included in the project are as follows: Section Depth (feet) Width (feet) Date 40-foot channel: From Ellis Island to West 59th St....----------------............... 40 3,200-2,200 October 1949-May 1951. 45-foot channel: From Ellis Island to West 40th St--......--.....-----........ 45 2,000-1, 500 Do. 48-foot channel: From West 40th St. to West 59th St----------------................. 48 2, 000-1, 500 April 1951. Weehawken-Edgewater Channel: From West 59th St. to opposite Valvoline Oil dock._ 30 350-750 May 1950-June 1951. From opposite Valvoline Oil dock to West 156th St., 26 320-750 May 1950. Manhattan. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $10,599,- 108.89, of which $668,820.36 was Public Works funds and $6,029,323.15 regular funds--a total of $6,698,143.51 for new work and $3,900,965.38 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $10,598,387.49. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $215,810.46 plus an allotment of $95,990.74, a total of $311,801.20 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_ __------ ------ __------- -- $721.40 New work: Removal of isolated shoals in the 45-foot channel by use of U. S. Government plant during August 1952 to complete the project-- --- ---------------------------------------- 4479.80 Maintenance: Dredge by use of one United States seagoing hopper dredge intermittently for about 2.7 dredge months during the fiscal year to restore the channel along the Weehawken-Edgewater waterfront to 30 feet .-- 300, 000 Channel surveys and miscellaneous inspections and reports-------------------------------------- 6, 600 ---- 306, 600. 00 Total for all work _____ __ ______-___- ________ 311, 801.20 The sum of $317,200 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for the following scheduled work: Maintenance : Dredge by use of one United States seagoing hopper dredge for about 2 dredge months during the fiscal year to restore the channel along the Weehawken-Edgewater waterfront to 30 feet_ $310, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports__---___ -______-_____-__ 7, 200 Total for all work ------------------------------------ 317,200 RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 205 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated---------.....................----------------....... $400,000.00 $300,000.00 $175,000.00 $6, 772, 252. 43- Cost .------------------------------ 336, 452. 79 362, 551.49 171, 515. 92 6, 767, 772. 63 Expenditures----.........-........... 330, 642.83 368, 361.45 170, 928. 34 6, 767, 185. 05 Maintenance: Appropriated--------......... $470,000.00 $243, 692. 38 340, 000. 00 158, 677. 19 290, 000. 00 4, 111, 574. 64 Cost-...-------------..... 463, 205. 90 277, 412. 16 320, 598. 96 174, 286. 11 84, 364. 36 3, 900,965. 38 Expenditures-----......... 482, 631.04 277, 404. 64 294, 617. 83 199, 693.55 84, 811.75 3, 900, 831.56 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------------------------ $4, 479. 80 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 --------- 4, 479. 80 28. NEW YORK HARBOR--COLLECTION AND REMOVAL OF DRIFT Location.-This project applies to the Lower and Upper Bays, New York Harbor: East River, Harlem River, Hudson River Channel, N. Y., New York and New Jersey Channels, Newark Bay, N. J., and their tributaries. Existing project.-This provides for the collection and removal of drift from New York Harbor and its tributary waters, and authorizes the Secretary of War to allot such amounts as may be necessary for the work from appropriations for maintenance and improvement of existing river and harbor works or other available appropriations, and that this work shall be carried as a separate and distinct project. It is wholly a work of maintenance. The purpose of the work is to afford relief from variable conditions of obstruction, and no advance estimate of the amount of work required and its proper cost can be made. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents (Allotment from appropriations made for New York Mar. 4,1915 Harbor and its immediate tributaries may be used Aug. 8,1917 for collection and removal of drift in these water- ways. July 3,1930 Carrying on this work as a separate and distinct project. Terminal facilities.-Describedin the separate reports covered. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-The U. S. Drift Collector Driftnmaster, steam lighter Gorhanm, motor tenders Daly and Stanwix and auxiliary plant were assigned to the work of removing and dis- posing of drift when not employed on other work. There were re- moved and disposed of during the fiscal year 369,621.76 cubic feet (2,887.67 cords) of driftwood ranging in size from small blocks to, timbers of large dimensions, including piles and pieces of wreckage. The cost of this work was $301,688.24 for maintenance. The total ex- penditure was $303,087.18. 245554--53-vol. 1-14 206 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is one of con- tinuous maintenance for which no percentage of completion exists. Navigation has been made safer by the continual patrol of the harbor and the removal of large quantities of drift material. The total cost of operations to June 30, 1952, has been $4,226,687.67. The total ex- penditures amounted to $4,224,970.79. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $6,992.01 plus an allotment of $212,224.87 made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $219,216.88 will be applied as follows : Account payable June 30, 1952_------------------------------ $1, 716. 88 Maintenance: Continue the work of drift removal by use of United States drift collector Driftmaster, lighters, motor tenders, and launches (July 1952-June 1953)-------------------------- 217, 500.00 Total--------- ----------------------------------- 219, 216. 88 The sum of $275,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 to carry on this work by the operation of United States drift collector, lighters, motor tenders, and launches. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 Maintenance: -- Appropriated------......... 287, 037. 05 $290, 000. 00 $258, 000. 00 $295, 300. 00 $304, 500. 00 $4, 231,962. 80 ........ Cost---------- ------......... 286, 289.08 287, 408. 40 258, 330. 49 295, 850. 85 301, 688. 24 4, 226, 687. 67 Expenditures------....293, 223. 49 287, 451. 55 261,847.81 291, 312. 15 303, 087. 18 4, 224, 970. 79 29. RONDOUT HARBOR, N. Y. Location.-This harbor comprises the tidal mouth, about 1.8 miles in length, of Rondout Creek, whose source is about 18 miles west of Rondout. The creek empties into the Hudson River from the west, about 89 miles north of the Battery, New York City, and 55 miles south of Albany. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 283.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 100 feet wide, widen- ing at the bends, and 14 feet deep from deep water in Hudson River to the highway bridge, 1.3 miles above the mouth, thence 12 feet deep to the west end of Island dock, 1.8 miles above the mouth, two parallel dikes 350 feet apart, to maintain the channel, and for a branch dike to extend upstream from the outer end of the north dike to protect that dike from running ice in Hudson River. Mean tidal range, 3.7 feet; mean range of spring tides, 4.2 feet; extreme range, 8.2 feet; irregular fluctuations due to freshets vary from 2 feet below mean low water up to 2.5 feet above mean high water. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 207 The cost for new work, for the completed project, was $123,108. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $11,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 10,1872 Parallel dikes, branch dike, and entrance channel S. Ex. Doc. 35, 42d Cong., 2d sess.; 14 feet deep. Annual Report, 1872, p. 810. Aug. 30,1935 Extension of the 14-foot channel and for the 12-foot Rivers and Harbors Committee channel. Doec. 17, 73d Cong., 2d sess. (Con- tains latest published map.) Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are 17 timber wharves with a total available dockage of 12,132 feet located along the waterway. Four of the terminals are equipped with transfer facilities; all are privately owned. The existing terminals appear to be adequate for present needs of commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facili- ties, see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Ports on the Upper Hudson River, 1941, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $520.39 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced April 1873 and substantially completed November 1938. Part of the diking originally proposed was not built because deemed of doubtful usefulness. Two parallel dikes of an aggregate length of about 5,000 feet, generally 350 feet apart, with a now obso- lete spur from the old lighthouse south of the south dike, have been built across the bar at the mouth of the creek. A branch dike about 1,000 feet long, extending northerly from the outer end of the north dike was also constructed. The project channel was completed in 1938. When examined in June 1952, the controlling depth at mean low water, from the Hudson River to the highway bridge, was 12 feet for a width varying from 50 to 100 feet, thence 10 feet for a width varying from 50 to 100 feet to the head of the project. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $329,820.24 of which $123,108.63 was for new work and $206,711.61 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $61,120.39 made during fis- cal year 1953 plus accounts receivable of $279.61 on June 30, 1952, a total of $61,400 will be applied to maintenance dredging by contract, (October-December 1952) to restore the 14- and 12-foot sections of the channel to project dimensions and miscellaneous inspections and reports. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. 208 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ------------ ------------ --------------------------- ............ ............ $123, 108. 63 Cost..............-------------..------------------------............---............--------........................----------------............ 123,108.63 Expenditures--------.........-------------------............--............ -- ---------------------- ---- 123,108. 63 Maintenance: Appropriated-----......... $2, 000.00 .$800.00 206, 991.22- Cost.................. 1. 247. 18 $752.82 -----------............--------..........---.. 520. 39 206, 711.61 Expenditures--------......... 1, 247. 18 752. 82 ------------------------ 520. 39 206, 711. 61 30. HUDSON RIVER, N. Y. Location.-This river has its source in the Adirondack Mountains, about 250 miles in a direct line and 315 miles along its course from the Battery, New York City, and flows in a generally southerly direction into New York Bay. The section under improvement extends from New York City to Waterford, a distance of about 156 miles. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 281 to 284, inclusive.) Previous projects.-The original project for improvement by the United States was adopted by River and Harbor Act of June 30, 1834, and modified in 1852 and 1866. A second project was adopted by River and Harbor Act of July 13, 1892, and modified in 1899. For further details see page 1764, annual report for 1915, and page 226, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 27 feet deep at mean low water and 300 feet wide up to Hudson; thence of same depth and 400 feet wide through rock cuts and 300 feet wide elsewhere, from Hudson to the site of the former Albany-Greenbush Bridge at Albany; thence 14 feet deep at lowest low water and generally 400 feet wide to. the Federal lock at Troy; and thence of same depth and 200 feet wide- to the southern limit of the State barge canal at Waterford; with widening at bends and in front of the cities of Troy and Albany to form harbors 12 feet deep at lowest low water; and removal of State dam at Troy and the construction of a. lock and dam about 21/2 miles below Waterford. The channel is to be formed by dredging and rock excavation, and to be maintained by dredging and by constructing new, and raising and repairing old, longitudinal dikes, built partly under previous projects and partly by the State of New York. The mean range of pool elevation above the Federal dam at Troy, in seasons of moderate rains is about 2.2 feet, as determined in 1934. The mean tidal range is about 4.7 feet at the Federal dam at Troy and about 4.6 feet at Albany, extreme range due to freshets is 33.4 and 25.7 feet,, respec- tively. The normal pool level above the Federal dam from Troy to Water- ford is 14.33 feet above mean sea level at Sandy Hook, N. J. In the tidal section of the river below the dam the assumed lowest low water plane from Troy to Albany is 3 feet below mean sea level at Sandy Hook, N. J. The following table contains information concerning the various features of the lock and dam included in the existing project: RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 209 Location: Below Waterford-------------------------------miles 2.2 Above Battery, New York City-------- _---------------do 153.8 Lock : Clear width -------------------------------------- feet__ 44.44 Greatest length available for full width----------------do---- 492.5 Lift at lowest stages------------- ---------------- do- 17.3 Depth on miter sills: Upper (at normal pool level) ------------------ __do--. 16.3 Lower (at lowest low water) --------------------- do-- 13.0 Character of foundation: Rock. Kind of dam: Fixed. Type of construction: Concrete. Completed: 1917. Cost : $1,463,014.07. The estimated cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $17,528,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $381,300, including $65,300 for operation and care of the lock and dam. Acts Work authorized Documents 1 June 25,1910 Channel 12 feet deep from Hudson to Waterford, re- H. Doe. 719, 61st Cong., 2d sess. moval of State lock and dam at Troy and construc- tion of a new lock and dam. Mar. 3,1925 Channel 27 feet deep from Hudson to Albany .___..... H. Doc. 350, 68th Cong., 1st seas. July 3, 1930 Channel 27 feet deep below Hudson--------------- H. Doc. 210, 70th Cong., 1st sess. () Operation and care of lock and dam at Troy were in- cluded in project July 1, 1935. Aug. 30, 1935 3 Relocation of the 12-foot channel between Troy and S. Doc. 155, 72d Cong., 2d sess. Waterford. June 20,1938 Deepening channel between Albany and Waterford H. Doc. 572, 75th Cong., 3d sess. to 14 feet, with no change in depths for harbors in front of Albany and Troy. 1 These documents contain latest published maps. Z Permanent Appropriations Repeal Act approved June 26, 1934. 3 PWA, Sept. 6, 1933. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-The piers and other terminal or transfer fa- cilities served by the improvement are as follows: Between Waterford and the Federal dam at Troy there are 14 wharves aggregating approximately 5,000 feet in length. The State of New York has constructed a barge-canal terminal at Cohoes. There is a dock 325 feet long on the west side of the river just north of the Federal dam. At Troy there are 9 terminals with available dockage of 2,383 feet, including the State barge-canal terminal with 960 feet. In addition, 11/4 miles of concrete bulkhead were constructed along the waterfront by the city of Troy. At Watervliet there is a stone bulkhead 755 feet long. Between this point and Albany there are 5 timber wharves aggregating 4,275 feet in length. At Albany, and Rensselaer on the east side of the river, there are 30 terminals aggregating 18,661 feet of available berthage, including a city-owned recreation pier of 900 feet and the State barge-canal ter- minal with 1,586 feet located on the west side of the river. These terminals are adequately served with railroad trackage. There are 5 transit sheds, 1 warehouse, a 13,500,000-bushel grain elevator, and a molasses-storage plant, all provided by the Albany Port District Commission. 210 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Between Albany and Hudson there are about 100 timber wharves aggregating 36,700 feet in length; at Hudson there are 12 timber wharves aggregating 5,000 feet in length; at Athens there are 9 tim- ber wharves aggregating 4,000 feet in length. Between Hudson and the upper limits of New York City the entire waterfronts of Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, and Yonkers are equipped with transfer facilities. At Poughkeepsie there are 14 terminals with available dockage of 7,823 feet, including a city-owned pier of 270 feet. At Newburgh there are 17 terminals with a total dockage of 8,431 feet, of which 1 with 90 feet of dockage is open to the public. At Yonkers there are 26 terminals with dockage of 8,479 feet, of which 596 feet are for public use. The existing wharves are ample for Hudson River traffic. (For latest full description of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Ports on the Upper Hudson River, 1941 and Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Under a contract for maintenance dredging to restore channel between Coeymans and Hudson to project depth of 27 feet, work was commenced August 23, 1951, and completed December 16, 1951. During the fiscal year, 315,707 cubic yards place measurement were removed at a cost of $255,887.21 for maintenance. United States derrick boat H. R. No. 1 with attendant plant was employed in removing shoal at mouth of Poesten Kill Creek from October 16 to November 15, 1951, and from June 9, 1952, through end of fiscal year. During fiscal year 5,540 cubic yards place measure- ment at a cost of $23,544.54 for maintenance. By use of Government plant and hired labor, snags and stumps which formed a potential menace to navigation and other obstructions were removed from the shores and channel of the river during the fiscal year at a cost of $15,750.49 for maintenance. The cost of surveys, tidal observations, engineering and surveys pre- liminary to dredging and contingencies were $34,336.54 for main- tenance. The lock and dam in the Hudson River at Troy, N. Y. was operated and maintained during the fiscal year. Operation of the lock for the 1951 navigation season was suspended December 9, 1951, and resumed April 3, 1952, for the 1952 season. Under contract for electrification of the lock machinery, work commenced October 2, 1950, and completed October 15, 1951. Under contract for enlarging and finishing wall recesses for emergency dam at Troy, work com- menced January 7, 1952, and completed February 27, 1952. Under contract for removal and replacement of upper miter gates at Troy lock and dam, work was commenced January 31, 1952, and completed March 27, 1952. Under contract for emergency repairs to fender pier, work commenced February 23, 1952, and completed March 21, 1952. Under contract for furnishing removable bulkhead beams and pick-up beam assembly, work commenced April 8, 1952, and completed May 8, 1952. United States derrick boat H. R. No. 1 was employed December 7 to 13, 1951, in removing fender booms and installing emergency dam and April 2 and 3, 1952, in removing emergency dam and replacing fender booms at north entrance to lock. The cost of RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 211 work during the fiscal year was as follows: Operations $47,158.82; ordinary maintenance and repairs $43,985.04; emergency repairs $21,454.73; improvements and betterments $70,363.18; a total of $182,961.77. The total cost of work was $512,480.55 of which $329,518.78 was for maintenance and $182,961.77 for operation and care of lock and dam at Troy, N. Y. The total expenditure was $497,762.17. Condition at end of flscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced July 1910 and is about 96 percent complete. The con- struction of new lock and dam at Troy, removal of old dam at Troy, and construction of 15,545 linear feet of new dikes have been completed. In the reconstruction of old dikes, 39,672 linear feet have been raised to the adopted crest height. The channel from Albany to Waterford has been completed to a depth of 14 feet, with the exception of a small part of the widening to form a harbor at Troy, which work is not deemed necessary for the present. The work of deepening the chan- nel south of Albany to 27 feet mean low water has been completed with the exception of about 1,500 linear feet at the northern end. The controlling mean low water depth from New York City to Hudson, N. Y., is 27 feet for a width varying from 150 to 400 feet, thence 27 feet for a width varying from 150 to 450 feet to about 4,700 feet below the Dunn Memorial Bridge, thence 14 feet for a width vary- ing from 150 to 300 feet to the Dunn Memorial Bridge. The controlling lowest low water depth from Albany to the lock and dam at Troy is 14.0 feet for a width varying from 400 feet at Albany to 145 feet near the south entrance to the lock at Troy. At the lock entrance it is 14 feet deep for a width of 45 feet. Controlling depth over the lock sills is 13.0 feet at the lower sill. The controlling pool-level depth above the lock at Troy to Waterford, the head of the improvement, is 14 feet for a width of about 200 feet. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists of completing the widening to form a harbor 12 feet deep in front of Troy, the construction and reconstruction of dikes, and deepening the northerly 1,500 feet of the 27-foot channel from New York City to the site of the former Albany-Greenbush Bridge. The total costs under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were as follows: New work Maintenance Operating care and Total Regular funds- .- . ...--.----- $15, 577, 937. 61 --- $5,107,263.10 $1, 694,085. 94 $22,379, 286. 65 Public Works funds ...------------------- 238, 350. 00 ............... 238, 350. 00 Emergency Relief funds ...---------------- 311, 461.08 ............... 311, 461. 08 .. Total------.-----..-___--. 16, 127, 748. 69 $5, 107, 10 263. 1,694, 085. 94 22,929,097. 73 The total expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $22,417,822.76--$21,868,011.68 regular funds, $238,350.00 Public Works funds, and $311,461.08 Emergency Relief funds. In addition, the sum of $454,272.93 was expended between August 18, 1915, and June 30, 1935, on the operation and care of the work of improvement under the provisions of the permanent indefinite appro- priation for such purposes. 212 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $78,153.40 plus allotments of $430,188.89 made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $508,342.29 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_ ___---------------------------- $57, 002.04 Maintenance: Complete by June 30, 1953, under contract, removal of shoals from the 27-foot channel between Albany and Hudson ---------------------------------- $250, 000 Operate United States derrick boat H. R. No. 1 with attendant plant intermittently for about 3 months in removal of isolated shoals between Albany and Hudson and removing from the shores stumps and snags which are likely to be carried into the channel (July 1952-June 1953) ----------------- 20, 000 Operate Government-owned plant, consisting of derrick boat, launches, etc., during the fiscal year in maintaining dikes where found to be most urgently needed------------------------- 12,000 Channel surveys, sweepings, and current observations pertaining to maintenance operations and miscel- laneous inspections and reports (July 1952-June 1953) -------------------------------------- 45, 400 327, 400. 00 Maintenance (operating and care) : Operations, services of permanent and temporary forces at Troy Lock and Dam (July 1952-June 1953) -------------- -------------------- 33, 000. 00 Ordinary maintenance and repairs at Troy Lock and Dam (July 1952-June 1953) ------------- 22,000. 00 Emergency repairs to Troy Lock and Dam---------68, 940. 25 123, 940. 25 Total for all work---------------------------------- 508, 342. 29 The sum of $926,200 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance : Complete by June 30, 1954, under a contract to be entered into, the removal of shoals in the channels between Waterford and Hudson and at Barrytown, German- town and East Kingston----________------------------- $293,000 Operate U. S. derrick boat H. R. No. 1 with attendant plant for about 6 months during the fiscal year in removing isolated shoals and shoals over rock areas between Waterford and Hudson and removing from the shores stumps and snags which are likely to be carried into the channel__---__ -__-____--- 12, 000 Channel surveys, sweepings and current observations pertaining to maintenance operations during fiscal year and miscellaneous inspections and repairs------ 51, 200 Total for maintenance.......------------ --------------- $356, 200 Maintenance (operation and care) : Operations-services of permanent and temporary forces at Troy Lock and Dam (July 1953-June 1954) ---... 34, 000 Ordinary maintenance and repairs at Troy Lock and Dam (July 1953-June 1954) --------------------------- 36, 000 Improvement and reconstruction of Troy Lock ...---.. 500, 000 Total for operation and care --------- -------------- 570, 000 Total for all work .------------ _,--- _-- ----- 926,200 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 213 Cost and financial summary CONSOLIDATED Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-.......----------------............ $329, 300. 00 $19, 300.00-------............ -$18, 366. 46 $21,240, 342.19 Cost- ....-----......--------.... ----------- 329, 300. 00 933. 54 ............---------...........------------ 21,240, 342.19 Expenditures---------.----- ---- 329, 300. 00 933. 54---------....---............------------ 21, 240, 342.19 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $285, 200.00 155, 900. 00 1, 073, 500. 00 -$210,292.18 449, 368. 00 1 7,169, 297. 48 Cost. ------------------ 339, 403.89 164, 692. 45 448, 427. 93 346, 651.66 512, 480. 55 17, 148, 146.12 Expenditures...-----...... 329,113.69 177, 299.95 447, 699.33 310, 816. 23 497, 762.17 1 7, 091,144, 08 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project------------ $1, 400,000.00 i Includes O. & C. 31. GREAT LAKES TO HUDSON RIVER WATERWAY-ENLARGEMENT OF NEW YORK STATE BARGE CANAL Location.-This waterway consists of that portion of the New York State Barge Canal system extending from the Hudson River at Waterford to Oswego Harbor on Lake Ontario. (See U. S. Lake Survey Charts Nos. 182, 183, 184, and 185.) Existing project.-This provides for the allotment of Federal funds to the State of New York for expenditure under suitable Federal control and supervision in the improvement of the canal connecting Lake Ontario with the Hudson River. The improvement provides for a depth of 13 feet below normal pool level through all locks between Waterford and Oswego, deepening between locks to 14 feet below normal pool levels, widening at bends and elsewhere, and in- creasing the overhead clearance to 20 feet at maximum navigable stage at bridges and other overhead structures. The widths of channel to be provided under the project are 104 feet in earth cuts, 120 feet in rock cuts, 200 feet in river sections, with widening at bends and elsewhere as may be necessary. The length of the waterway included in this project is about 184 miles, of which 160 miles are in the Erie Canal from Waterford to Three Rivers Point and 24 miles are in the Oswego Canal from Three Rivers Point to Oswego. The estimated cost for new work, made in 1952, is $31,765,000 of which not more than $27,000,000 shall be expended on deepening between locks and raising of bridges and other overhead clearances as contained in River and Harbor Committee Doec. 20, 73d Cong., 2d sess. No estimate of maintenance with Federal funds is included, as maintenance of the canal is not a part of the Federal project. Acts Work authorized Documents May 28,19351 Deepening between the locks to 14 feet, increasing Rivers and Harbors Committee, Aug. 30,1935 overhead clearances to 20 feet and widening at Doc. 20, 73d Cong., 2d sess.2 bends and elsewhere. Mar. 2,1945 Depth of 13 feet below normal pool level through all S. Doc. 252, 79th Cong., 2d sess.s locks between Waterford and Oswego. 1 Emergency Relief Act of 1935. I Contains latest published map. 214 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, authorized the deepening of the locks subject to the condition that an agreement be entered into between the United States and the State of New York embodying certain limitations and provisions to safe- guard the interests of general commerce and navigation, insure Fed- eral control of the disposition of Federal funds, and provide for Fed- eral supervision of the work performed. A supplemental agreement dated June 5, 1947, containing all provisions necessary for efficient prosecution of the improvement was entered into by the Chief of Engineers and the Department of Public Works, State of New York. The requirements under the prior acts have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-The State of New York has provided terminal and transfer facilities at all important points along the Erie and Oswego Canals, and at Buffalo, Troy, Albany, and New York Har- bor. The freight-handling equipment, as well as the storage and dock facilities, is governed by the requirements of the particular locality. The State-owned terminal at Oswego is equipped with a grain eleva- tor of 1,000,000 bushels capacity. The Albany Port District Com- mission has erected a grain elevator of 13,500,000 bushels capacity at Albany. The Port of New York Authority grain terminal in New York Harbor on Gowanus Bay has a capacity of approximately 1,800,000 bushels. Terminals at Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Schenectady, Troy, Albany, and Oswego are provided with direct railroad connections. All State-owned terminals are open to the public on equal terms. Lakeport terminals are extensive in character. The available ter- minals appear ample to meet all requirements. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost of engineering studies for raising bridges and guard gates, lowering of sills, and placing bank protection at various locations between Waterford and Oswego, N. Y., was $1,837.64, for new work. Final costs of $17,383.25 were reported for reimbursement to State of New York during fiscal year for work performed in an emergency contract entered into and performed during fiscal year 1950 for re- placement of lower miter gates, and lowering of lower sills at locks 3, 4,5,and 6. Final costs of $1,446.08 were reported during the fiscal year in connection with contract for removal and replacement of guard gate No. 5, constructing a spillway and other incidental work at Herkimer, N. Y., completed June 1, 1951. The total cost of work was $20,666.97, all for new work. The total expenditure was $87,829.89. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced in September 1935 and is about 79 percent complete. The status of the channel deepening and widening is as follows: RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 215 Distance (miles) Work remaining to be From- To- Completed done toproject depth Work in Future progress work Guard gate 2 at Waterford ..._ Hudson River...__....__-.......... 2. 6 ..----- ..... 0. 2 Guard gate 2 at Waterford ._-- ----- Lock 10 at Cranesville __-- ... 32. 2------------------- Lock 10 at Cranesville ........----------- Lock 16 at Mindenville ... _--- 36.1 .. Lock 16 at Mindenville ....---._--- Guard gates at Herkimer . 15.5. -- .5 ___. .7 Guard gate 5 at Herkimer__ ....- Oswego Harbor...........--------------- 96. 7 --- Total (184 miles)--.........................------------------------------.. 183.1 -------. .9 Thirty-five Barge Canal bridges have been raised and one lengthened with Federal funds under this improvement. Project vertical clear- ance has been provided at two additional bridges with Federal funds by construction of additional spillway capacity at Herkimer, N. Y. Three additional bridges were raised, four were removed and two were removed and replaced by new structures at project clearance; all by other agencies. The present depth is 14 feet at normal pool levels for the following width; 75 feet in earth cuts, 94 feet in rock cuts, and 200 feet in canalized rivers and lakes. The 29 locks, 22 in Erie Canal east of Three Rivers Point, and 7 in Oswego Canal, north of Three Rivers Point, have a clear width of 43.5 feet, usable length of 300 feet, and depth over miter sills of 12 feet. Numerous fixed bridges, transmis- sion lines, and other structures span the waterways. There are 66 bridges between Waterford and Three Rivers Point and 13 between Three Rivers Point and Oswego. The minimum clearance under existing bridges and other overhead structures is 14.66 feet above maximum navigable stage. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of widening and deepening the chanel by excavation, including the removal of ledge rock and work incidental thereto, for a total distance of 0.9 mile, as described in the above table, the raising of 21 barge canal bridges, the raising of 4 guard gates, the revetment of banks with quarry stones where necessary and the deepening to 13 feet through 27 locks. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $22,- 774,702.35 for new work of which $17,961,302.19 was from regular funds and $4,813,400.16 from Emergency Relief funds. The total expenditures were $22,773,958.66 of which $17,960,558.50 were regular funds and $4,813,400.16 Emergency Relief funds. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to 2,537.53 minus accounts payable of $743.69, a total of $1,793.84 will be applied to engineering studies involved in future work for lowering lock sills between Waterford and Oswego. The sum of $750,000 can be profitably expended for new work during the fiscal year 1954 to reimburse the State of New York for work of lowering lock sills at 15 locks in the canal between Waterford and Little Falls. 216 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and flnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated . ...- .... _....... __.........._ __...........- -$156,466.00 -$52, 337. 97 $22, 776, 496. 19 Cost---------------.. $12, 889. 09 $91,889. 06 $1,022,889.07 644, 470. 17 20, 666. 97 22, 774, 702. 35 Expenditures--.... -1,079.69 1 103,048.32 808,287.64 791,887.79 87, 829.89 22, 773,958. 66 Other new work data : _---- Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_--_----------- $2, 537. 53 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 ----------- 2, 537.53 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_----_----___----------- 8, 988, 000. 00 32. NARROWS OF LAKE CHAMPLAIN, N. Y. AND VT. Location.-This waterway, 37 miles long, comprises the southern end of Lake Champlain and extends from Whitehall to Crown Point, N. Y. The portion included in the project extends from Whitehall, N. Y., at the southern extremity of the lake, northerly to Benson Landing, Vt., a distance of 13.5 miles. (See U. S. Lake Survey Chart No. 174.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of July 4,. 1836, March 3, 1837, July 7, 1838, August 5, 1886, July 13, 1892, and March 3, 1899. For further details, see page 256, annual report for 1932. Existing project.-This provides for a channel extending from Whitehall, N. Y., at the head of Lake Champlain, to Benson Landing, to be 12 feet deep at low lake level and generally 200 feet wide, and the installation of fender booms at Putts Rock, Putts Leap, Narrows near Dresden, Pulpit Point, and Cedar Mountain. The reference plane of low lake level is 92.5 feet above mean sea level at Sandy Hook, N. J. The length of the section included in the project for improvement is about 13.5 miles. The usual annual variation of the lake level is 5.8 feet, and the extreme variation varies from 0.6 foot below up to 8.8 feet above the low lake level. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $1,975,000 exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $9,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 8, 1917 (H. Doc. 1387, 62d Cong., 3d sess.). The latest pub- lished map is in the project document. Terminal facilities.-Terminal facilities are located in Whitehall Harbor and consist of 3 timber wharves, aggregating 4,200 feet in length. The State of New York has constructed a barge canal terminal at Whitehall, just south of the terminus of the canal, which has been equipped with a 15-ton hand-operated derrick and a storehouse. The facilities are considered adequate for present commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-Repairs to fender booms were made during the fiscal year by Government plant and hired labor, at a cost of $740.40 for maintenance. The expenditures were $728.37. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 217 Condition at end of fiscal year.--Work under the existing project was commenced June 1919 and is about 47 percent complete. A chan- nel 12 feet deep at low lake level and least width of 150 feet has been excavated throughout the length of the improvement, except at the Elbow, where the width is 110 feet. Fender booms have been placed at the Elbow (Putts Leap and Putts Rock) and opposite the Dela- ware & Hudson railroad trestle. No fender booms appear to be needed at the Narrows near Dresden, Pulpit Point, and Cedar Moun- tain. The controlling depths at low lake level, as disclosed by sur- veys made in July 1949, through the reach included in the project, were as follows: Locality Depth Width Feet Feet Whitehall to the Elbow----...........------...--.. ---------------------------------- 12 300 At the Elbow---...........--............--............................-------------------------------------------------------.. 12 110 From the Elbow to Maple Bend....---------------.....................----------------------------- 12 100-150 From Maple Bend to Red Rock Bay .....---------------------------------------- 12 150 From Red Rock Bay to Benson Landing------------------------------------- 12 100-150 The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists in widening the channel throughout its length to the project width of 200 feet. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $848,- 453.84--$566,811.14 for new work and $281,642.70 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $847,845.74. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $6,721.63 plus an allotment of $386.47 made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $7,108.10 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------------------------------------ $608. 10 Maintenance: Operate Government-owned plant during the fiscal year in repairing fender booms at the Elbow and opposite the Delaware and Hudson R. R. trestle--------------------------------- 2, 500. 00 Condition survey of the project channel--------------------- 4, 000. 00 Total ---------------------------------------------- 7,108.10 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--------------------- --------------------- -----............ $681, 811.14 Cost------------ ------------------------------------------------------- 681, 811. 14 Expenditures------- ------------ ---..-------- .. 681, 811. 14 Maintenance: Appropriated......... $3, 900.00 $1, 000. 00 $102, 000. 00 -$40. 96 $3, 200. 00 306, 896. 58 Cost------------------ 16. 16 5, 009 26 55, 809. 05 42, 649. 21 740. 40 300, 783. 05 Expenditures......... 16. 16 3, 848. 68 7, 967. 57 91, 055. 20 728. 37 300, 174. 95 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project---------------.. . $1, 408, 000 218 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 33. NEWARK BAY, HACKENSACK AND PASSAIC RIVERS, N. J. Location.-Newark Bay is an estuary about 11/4 miles wide and 6 miles long, extending southerly from the confluence of the Hack- ensack and Passaic Rivers to New York and New Jersey Channels. The Hackensack River rises near Haverstraw, Rockland County, N. Y., and flows into Newark Bay. It is about 45 miles long. The Passaic River rises in the highlands of northeastern New Jer- sey and flows into Newark Bay. It is about 80 miles long. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 287 and 369 and U. S. Geo- logical Survey chart of New York City and vicinity.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of August 30, 1852, June 10, 1872, June 14, 1880, June 13, 1902, March 2, 1907, July 25, 1912, March 2, 1919, and September 22, 1922. For further details see pages 265 and 266 of Annual Report for 1926; page 301, annual report for 1929; and page 244, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for the following: (a) Newark Bay: A main channel 37 feet deep in rock and 35 feet deep in other material, 550 feet wide at the entrance and narrowing to 400 feet at 4,000 feet above the Central Railroad of New Jersey bridge; thence continuing to that width and same depths to the branch channel to Port Newark Terminal; thence 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide to the junction of the Passaic and Hackensack River channels; removal of the east and west cut-offs at the junction with Kill Van Kull and widening of bend above the Central Railroad of New Jersey bridge to the same depths, a distance of about 4.7 miles. (b) A branch channel in Newark Bay 37 feet deep in rock and 35 feet deep in other material, 600 feet wide to the inshore channel at Port Newark Terminal, widened at the turn; thence an inshore channel of the same depths and 400 feet wide, a total distance of about 1.6 miles. (c) Hackensack River: A channel 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide from the upper end of the Newark Bay channel to the Central Rail- road of New Jersey bridge, about 1.1 miles; thence 30 feet deep and 300 feet wide to a point about 2,000 feet north of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad bridge, 2.8 miles; thence 12 feet deep and 200 feet wide to Little Ferry, 10.1 miles and then 12 feet deep and 150 feet wide to the New York, Susquehanna & Western Railroad bridge, 2.5 miles, a total distance for the Hackensack River of about 16.5 miles. (d) Passaic River: A channel 30 feet deep and 300 feet wide, from Newark Bay to a point 3,000 feet above the Lincoln Highway Bridge, 2.6 miles; thence 20 feet deep and 300 feet wide to the Nairn Linoleum Works, about 4.4 miles; thence 16 feet deep and 200 feet wide to the Montclair & Greenwood Lake Railroad bridge, about 1.1 miles; thence 10 feet deep and 150 feet wide to the Eighth Street Bridge at Passaic, 7.3 miles, a total distance for the Passaic River of 15.4 miles. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water. The mean tidal range in Newark Bay is 4.9 feet; in Hackensack River at Court Street Bridge, 5.3 feet; in Passaic River at Pennsylvania Railroad freight bridge, 5.1 feet; and in Passaic River at the Gregory Avenue Bridge, 5.1 feet; mean range of spring tides, 5.8, 6.4, 6.1, and 6.1 feet, re- spectively; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pres- RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 219 sure vary from 3.7 feet below mean low water up to 6.2 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $10,057,000 exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $250,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 2,1907 16-foot channel in Passaic River --------------- H. Doc. 441, 59th Cong., 2d sess. Feb. 27, 1911 Widening 16-foot channel in Passaic River..------------ Do. July 25,1912 20-foot channel in Passaic River ------------------ H. Doc. 707, 62d Cong., 2d sess. Do _.-. 12-foot channel in Hackensack River ..........-.... - H. Doc. 643, 61st Cong., 2d sess. Sept. 22,1922 30-foot channel in Hackensack River below Central H. Doc. 206, 67th Cong., 2d sess.l R. R. of New Jersey bridge, 30-foot channel in Newark Bay, and 30-foot Port Newark connecting channel. Jan. 21,1927 10-foot channel in Passaic River -- -- ---------- H. Doc. 284, 69th Cong., 1st sess. Do-.....- 30-foot channel in Hackensack River above Central H. Doc. 429, 69th Cong., 1st sess.' R. R. of New Jersey bridge. July 3, 1930 30-foot channel in Passaic River_ _------------ ------ H. Doc. 156, 71st Cong., 2d sess.' Mar. 2, 1945 35 and 37 feet in main channel of Newark Bay and S. Doe. 250, 79th Cong., 2d sess. branch channel to and inshore channel at Port Newark Terminal and removal of portion of rock area at Bergen Point to same depths. Do- ..... Modification of local cooperation for 10-foot channel H. Doe. 430, 76th Cong., 1st sess. in Passaic River. 1 Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with as required by the River and Harbor Act approved January 21, 1927, except that local interests are required to provide suitable spoil-disposal areas for maintenance dredging in the 30-foot channel in the Hackensack River above Cen- tral Railroad of New Jersey bridge; in the 10-foot channel in the Passaic River; and whenever required by the Secretary of War, for dredging in the 30-foot channel in Newark Bay and the Hackensack River below the Central Railroad of New Jersey bridge, as required by the River and Harbor Act approved September 22, 1922. The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, provides that local interests shall: (a) Agree to furnish free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way and spoil disposal areas needed for new work and subsequent maintenance, when and as required; (b) Hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvements; (c) Provide and maintain suitable berthing areas at Port Newark terminal. Assurances providing compliance with the local cooperation re- quirements under this act, were accepted by the Chief of Engineers on March 22, 1950. In addition the sum of $285,599.62 was contributed by the Port of New York Authority to cover the cost of dredging the berthing areas at Port Newark Terminal, which work was completed by the United States in conjunction with the excavation of the project channel during 1951. It further provided, for the 10-foot channel in Passaic River from Montclair & Greenwood Lake Railroad bridge to the Eighth Street Bridge in Passaic, that when spoil-disposal areas are not available, or 220 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 the placing of dredge spoil ashore is uneconomical as compared with other methods of disposal, local interests shall not be required to fur- nish disposal areas for maintenance dredging. Terminal facilities.-There are 16 piers with a berthage of 8,525 feet, 55,300 feet of bulkheads available for dockage and a large ship- yard along the waterways included in the project. Thirteen of the terminals are publicly owned, the largest of which, Port Newark, owned and operated by the New York Port Authority, provides about 11,000 feet of wharfage. Nine of the terminals are open for public use, 56 are equipped with mechanical handling devices and 66 have rail- road connections. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facilities see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during the fiscal year.-Final cost adjust- ments of minus $5,005.22 regular funds and plus $5,005.22 contributed funds were made in costs previously reported for new work. Under a contract for new work dredging to a depth of 35 feet in Newark Bay from 1,200 feet south of Central Railroad of New Jersey bridge to entrance to Port Newark terminal work was commenced March 1, 1951, and completed July 28, 1951. During the fiscal year 256,380 cubic yards, place measurement, of material were removed at a cost of $177,805.55 for new work. Under contract for new work dredging and rock removal to a depth of 37 feet including the removal of Bergen Point Lighthouse and foundation from Newark Bay, vicinity of Bergen Point, N. J., work was commenced April 24, 1951, and completed April 24, 1952. Dur- ing the fiscal year 91,265 cubic yards, place measurement, of rock and 22,433 cubic yards, place measurement, of material other than rock were removed at a cost of $1,222,653.31 for new work. In addition the removal of Bergen Point Lighthouse and foundation was commenced June 8, 1951, and completed June 15, 1951 at a cost of $15,000 for new work. The United States derrickboat Babcock was engaged in the re- moval of shoals in the east and west draws of the Central Railroad of New Jersey bridge from September 24, 1951, to October 19, 1951, and February 26 to 29, 1952. During the fiscal year 424 cubic yards, place measurement, of material and 189 cubic yards of debris were removed at a cost of $26,522.53 for new work. The United States motor tug Daly was engaged in the removal of an obstruction from the Passaic River at Harrison, N. J., on November 6, 1951, at a cost of $516.32 for maintenance. The cost of condition surveys and surveys and engineering prelim- inary to dredging was $3,224.43 for new work and $2,899.81 for main- tenance. The total cost of work, exclusive of $5,005.22 contributed funds for dredging and rock removal of berthing areas, was $1,443,616.73 of which $1,440,200.60 was for new work and $3,416.13 for maintenance. The total expenditures, exclusive of $6,792.37 contributed funds, were $1,550,309.60. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced in 1907 and is about 89 per cent complete. The chan- RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 221 nels included in the project have been completed to full project dimen- sions except for deepening the 20-foot main channel in Passaic River from Jackson Street to Nairn Linoleum Works. Deepening of the 35-foot main channel in Newark Bay, including the triangular cut- offs at the entrance was completed during April 1952. The controlling mean low-water depths of the various channels, as shown by surveys made intermittently from September 1939 to June 1952, are as follows: Section Depth Width (feet) (feet) In Newark Bay from mouth to junction with branch channel to Port Newark 35 400-535 Terminal. From junction with branch channel to Port Newark Terminal to junction of 29 220-400 Hackensack and Passaic Rivers. In Hackensack River from Newark Bay to about 2,000 feet above the Delaware, 29 180-400 Lackawanna & Western R. R. bridge. From 2,000 feet above Delaware, Lackawanna & Western R. R. bridge to head 12 150-200 of project at the New York, Susquehanna & Western R. R. bridge. -- ------------- In Passaic River to 3,000 feet above the Lincoln Highway bridge 22 200-300 From 3,000 feet above Lincoln Highway bridge to Jackson Street bridge ......... 17 300-180 From Jackson Street bridge to Nairn Linoleum Works. ------------------------ 15 150-300 From Nairn Linoleum Works to Montclair & Greenwood Lake R. R. bridge..... 12 150-100 From Montclair & Greenwood Lake R. R. bridge to 8th Street bridge----------- 10 80-150 Port Newark entrance channel --. . _-..----------------------------------- 35 400 Minimum widths through bridge draws: Hackensack River: Feet 30-foot project----------..-----------------------------------93 12-foot project ------------------------------------------ 56 Passaic River: 30-foot project---------- ----------------------------- 100 20- and 16-foot projects ---------------------- 75 10-foot project--------------- -------------------------- 45 Hackensack River is navigable 201/2 miles above mouth to New Milford. Passaic River is navigable 16 miles above mouth to Dundee Rapids. The work remaining to be done under the existing project- consists of the completion of the 20-foot channel in Passaic River from Jackson Street to the Nairn Linoleum Works. Work in the Passaic River includes the removal of a small quantity of rock on the west side of the channel above Center Street Bridge. Adjacent property owners are opposed to this work. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, exclusive of $285,599.62 contributed funds, was $12,233,677.98, of which $9,016,- 372.45 was for new work and $3,217,305.53 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $12,116,439.23, all from regular funds. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $11,527.23 plus allotments of $767,211.52 made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $778,738.75, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_._------------------.--.-------- $505, 238. 75 Maintenance: Dredging by contract (April-June 1953) to restore the 30-foot section of Newark Bay, Hackensack and Passaic Rivers to project dimensions------ $265, 000 Channel surveys and miscellaneous inspections and reports ---------------------------------- 8, 500 273, 500. 00 Total for all work-------- ------ -- ---- 778, 738.75 245554-53--vo. 1---13 222 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The additional sum of $440,400 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for the following scheduled work: Maintenance: Dredging by contract to restore the 16-foot section of Passaic River _--------- to project dimensions-- _--_ ---------- $430, 000 Channel surveys and miscellaneous inspections and reports------ 10, 400 Total for all work-- ------ -------- _---- 440,400 Cost and financial summary U. S. FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-......... ---- - .......... $800, 000.00 $1,100,000.00 $732, 000.00 $10,277,382.20 Cost ------------------.------------ . -- 72, 902. 08 1,613, 209. 03 1, 440, 200. 60 10, 771, 693. 91 Expenditures--- --------- ---------- ...........-- 20, 999. 69 1, 441, 179. 801, 549, 793. 28 10,657,354. 97 Maintenance: Appropriated-...- -$ -$4, 559. 62 $517,000.00 469, 714. 86 268, 262. 43 3,986. 90 4, 356, 273. 97 Cost------- .. ...----------- 28, 169. 58 375, 552. 64 603, 096. 71 275, 792. 70 3, 416. 13 4, 355, 673. 78 Expenditures--------... 40, 028. 62 268, 881. 23 709, 539. 18 280, 101. 61 516. 32 4, 352, 773. 97 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952___---------- - -$494, 311. 71 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953__---------- 494, 311. 71 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_ _----------------- 1,041, 000. 00 CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Contributed-...... .----.. ---- ........ $265,000. 00 ...- $31, 000. 00 1-$10, 400. 38 $285, 599. 62 - .-- Cost_.........-- .....-.. .-- 32, 495. 76 248,098. 64 5,005. 22 285, 599. 62 Expenditures_--- .-. .. ----.. . ------------ 278, 807. 25 6, 792. 37 285, 599.62 I Return of surplus contributed funds. 34. NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY CHANNELS Location.-These channels extend from deep water northwest of Sandy Hook, through lower New York Bay and Raritan Bay, to Perth Amboy, and thence through Arthur Kill, lower Newark Bay, and Kill Van Kull to deep water in upper New York Bay. This route is lo- cated approximately along the boundary line between the States of New York and New Jersey. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 285, 286, and 369.) Previous projects.-(a) RaritanBay.-Adopted by River and Har- bor Acts of March 3, 1881, September 19, 1890, and June 3, 1896. (b) Staten Island Sound.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of June 23, 1874, March 3, 1875, June 14, 1880, August 11, 1888, May 15, 1889, and October 20, 1890, June 3, 1896, June 13, 1902, June 25, 1910, and March 4, 1913. (c) New York and New Jersey channels.-Adopted by River and RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 223 Harbor Act of September 22, 1922. For further details, see page 284 of the annual report for 1923, and page 194 of the annual report for 1934. Existing project.-This provides for a channel through lower New York Bay, Raritan Bay, Arthur Kill, lower Newark Bay, and Kill Van Kull to upper New York Bay, the depth to be 37 feet in rock and 35 feet in soft material throughout, the width to be 600 feet across lower New York Bay and Raritan Bay and in the Arthur Kill to a point 1,000 feet north of Smith Creek, widened to 800 feet in the vicinities of Seguine Point and Wards Point, respectively, thence 500 feet wide to a point 1,000 feet south of the former location of Buck- wheat Island, thence 500 to 600 feet wide and passing north of Shoot- ers Island and protected by a dike on its northern side to the junc- tion of the channel into Newark Bay; and thence 800 feet wide through Kill Van Kull to upper New York Bay; with two anchorages 38 feet deep to accommodate five vessels each, one in the vicinity of Sandy Hook and one south of Perth Amboy, all with suitable easing: at the bends and junctions. Length of section included in project, 30.8 miles. In addition, the construction of a dike north of Shooters Island and two secondary channels 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide, one south of Shooters Island and the other in Raritan Bay connecting with Raritan River, have been completed under previous projects and are maintained under the existing project. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water. The mean range of tides varies between 4.7 and 5.1 feet; the mean range of spring tides, 5.6 to 6.1 feet; ir- regular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.9 feet below mean low water up to 4.8 feet above mean high water.. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $57,143,000 exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects and exclusive of $7,711.82 contributed by local interests. The estimate of annual cost of maintenance, revised in 1950, is $195,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Sept. Anchorage 6,19331 Rivers and Harbors. ug. 3 1 Anchoroff Perth Amboy to 33 feet Comm. Doc. 17, 71st Cong. 2d, sess.8 Channel 35 feet deep from lower bay to upper bay H. Doc. 133, 74th Cong., 1st sess. May 28,19352 except between vicinity of Smith Creek and vicinity Aug. 30,1935 of Piles Creek to 30 feet with anchorages 38 feet deep at Sandy Hook and Perth Amboy. May 17, 1950 Channel 35 feet deep from vicinity of Smith Creek to H. Doc. 233, 81st Cong., 1st sess. vicinity of Piles Creek. 1 Public Works Administration. =Emergency Relief Act of 1935. * Contain latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Work under the acts of May 28, 1935 and August 30, 1935 is subject to the following conditions of local cooperation: (a) That where the project channel encroaches upon upland prop- erty and extends shoreward of harbor lines, the completion of the encroaching portions of the project shall be deferred until the neces- sary rights-of-way for channel purposes shall have been granted free of cost to the United States; and 224 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 (b) That local interests provide areas of land adjacent to the water- way, free of cost to the United States, for the disposal of dredged materials, except where, in the judgment of the Chief of Engineers, no suitable disposal areas exist. Under condition (a), a portion of Buckwheat Island necessary for channel purposes has been ceded to the United States. An easement dated August 4, 1942, approved by the Chief of Engineers on Sep- tember 5, 1942, conveyed to the United States free of cost, rights-of- way for channel purposes at Howland Hook, Staten Island, N. Y. Condition (b) is being complied with. Authority was granted by the Chief of Engineers on November 11, 1935, to require local interests to provide areas for the disposal of dredged material only in the section of the waterway extending from the vicinity of Outerbridge Crossing at Perth Amboy to the vicinity of the channel north of Shooters Island. The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, provides that local interests shall: (a) Provide without cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas necessary for the construction and subsequent maintenance of the project, when and as required. (b) Hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction and subsequent maintenance of the project. (c) Deepen the approaches and berths at the terminals which would use the recommended improvement in order to secure the full advantages of the deeper channel. The conditions under the act of May 17, 1950 have not been complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are 138 piers with a total berthage of 84,105 feet, 35,507 feet of bulkheads and wharves available for dockage, 7 ferry landings, and 2 car-float (railroad) bridges. Of the terminals, 20 are publicly owned, 10 are open to the public, 94 are equipped with mechanical-handling devices, and 76 have railroad connections. In- cluded in the terminals are five large shipyards. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For latest full descrip- tion of terminal facilities, see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Under a contract for new work dredging in Perth Amboy anchorage to depth of 25, 35, and 37 feet, work was commenced July 24, 1951, and in progress at the end of the fiscal year. During the fiscal year 3,497,056 cubic yards of material were removed at a cost of $1,571,125.28 for new work. The United States seagoing hopper dredge Goethals was employed intermittently from November 14, 1951, to June 30, 1952, in dredging a portion of the channel in lower New York Bay between Wards Point and about 18,000 feet east of Seguine Point, to a depth of 35 feet and widening from 400 to 600 feet. During the fiscal year 355,500 cubic yards, place measurement, of material were removed at a cost of $153,301.06 for new work. The United States derrickboat Babcock was engaged from July 1, 1951, to September 19, 1951, in the removal of two riprap light bases from vicinity of Seguine Point at a cost of $68,075.38 for new work. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 225 Final costs of $2,400 for new work were reported during the fiscal year in connection with contract dredging in Arthur Kill vicinity of Sewaren, N. J., completed April 11, 1951. Under a contract for dredging to a depth of 35 feet in channel north of Shooters Island, work was commenced June 18, 1951, and com- pleted October 13, 1951. During the fiscal year 378,565 cubic yards, place measurement, of material were removed at a cost of $464,748.46 for maintenance. Under modification No. 1 to contract for dredging and rock removal in Newark Bay vicinity of Bergen Point, maintenance dredging to a depth of 35 feet in the channel adjacent to the east cutoff in Newark Bay was performed March 5 and 6, 1952 During the fiscal year 1,138 cubic yards, place measurement, of material were removed at a cost of $3,242.07 for maintenance. Under a contract for dredging in a portion of the Perth Amboy anchorage area to the previous project depth of 33 feet, work was commenced December 13, 1951, and completed April 18, 1952. During the fiscal year 391,000 cubic yards, place measurement, of material were removed at a cost of $217,395.06 for maintenance. The United States seagoing hopper dredge Essayons was employed July 1 and 2, 1951, in dredging the lower entrance channel from 5 miles west of Mainship Channel to Perth Amboy to a depth of 35 feet. During the fiscal year 101,000 cubic yards of material were removed at a cost of $8,868.77 for maintenance. An adjustment of 56,100 cubic yards of material was credited during the fiscal year due to survey. The cost of condition surveys and surveys and engineering prelimi- nary to dredging was $18,998.34 of which $5,222.38 was for new work and $13,775.96 for maintenance. The total cost of work was $2,508,154.42 of which $1,800,124.10 was for new work and $708,030.32 for maintenance. The total ex- penditure was $2,235,677.52. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced October 1933 and is about 67 percent complete. Work completed thus far has consisted of providing project depth of 35 feet in soft material and 37 feet in rock in a 4.4-mile reach in lower New York Bay for a width of 600 feet, extending westward from Bayside- Gedney Channels, thence for a width of 400 feet in lower New York and Raritan Bays to vicinity of Wards Point where the width is 800 feet, thence for a width of 600 feet to opposite Woodbridge Creek, and thence 400 feet wide to 1,000 feet north of Smith Creek; the channel for full width from 1,000 feet south of Buckwheat Island through Kill Van Kull to upper New York Bay; and of providing 33-foot depth in the northeasterly portion of Perth Amboy anchorage. In addition to the above-mentioned work, the construction of a dike north of Shooters Island, two secondary channels 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide, one south of Shooters Island, the other in Raritan Bay connecting with Raritan River and a channel 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide in Arthur Kill from a point 1,000 feet north of Smith Creek to 1,000 feet south of Buckwheat Island have been completed under previous projects. 226 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The controlling mean low-water depths of the channel included in the project are as follows: Section Depth Width Date (feet) (feet) From main ship channel to Sewaren .......-------.............. 35 150-800 April 1949-June 1952. From Sewaren to Piles Creek -.-------------------------- 30 250-400 June 1945 to October 1949. From Piles Creek to Elizabethport- .---------------------- 37 500-600 November 1939 to August 1949. From Elizabethport to Bergen Point Light --------------- 35 600-800 September 1951. From Bergen Point Light to Upper New York Bay---- ....... 35 800 March 1944 to January 1949. Channel south of Shooters Island....--............---------------------........25 140-400 May 1951. Anchorage in the vicinity of Sandy Hook....-----------------21. 5-- April 1951. Anchorage south of Perth Amboy(---------------- - (1) (1) Channel in Raritan Bay connecting with Raritan River-.... 28 200-400 April 1951. 1 Dredging operations are in progress to provide an anchorage area 1,800 feet wide and 4,500 feet long to depths of 37 and 25 feet and will be completed about June 1953. The work remaining to be done under the existing project con- sists of completing the deepening and widening of the entire channel to dimensions authorized by the River and Harbor Acts of August 30, 1935, and May 17, 1950, the completion of the deepening of the anchorage south of Perth Amboy, and dredging the anchorage in the vicinity of Sandy Hook. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were as follows: Costs Expenditures New work Maintenance Total Regular funds..--..------------------ $31, 174, 117. 34 $2, 214, 697. 84 $33, 388, 815. 18 $33, 078, 583. 64 Public works funds ----------------- 807, 000. 00 807, 000. 00 807, 000. 00 Emergency Relief funds-------------- 2, 023, 308. 41 -------------- 2, 023, 308. 41 2,.023, 308. 41 Total United States funds-....... 34, 004, 425. 75 2, 214, 697. 84 36, 219, 123. 59 35, 08, 892. 05 Contributed funds............---------------------7,711.82 .........---------------.... 7, 711. 82 .7711.82 Total, all funds.................. -------------- 34, 012,137. 57 2, 214, 697. 84 36, 226, 835. 41 35, 916,.603. 87 Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $1,248,429.59 plus allotments of $1,271,686.39 made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $2,520,115.98 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952____ $310, 231. 54 New work: Complete by May 15, 1953, under continuing contract in force, dredging of Perth Amboy anchorage to 37 and 25 feet---________ $1, 645, 874. 72 Dredge by use of two United States seagoing hopper dredges for about 1.5 dredge months to continue deepening lower entrance chan- nel in the vicinity of Seguine Point to 35 feet_ 146, 809. 72 1, 792, 684. 44 Maintenance: Dredging by contract (December 1952-March 1953) to restore the channel south of Shooters Island to project dimensions----- 400, 000. 00 Channel surveys and miscellaneous inspec- tions and reports-------- -- -___ ---- 17, 200. 00 417, 200. 00 Total for all work__---_-__ .. ___---- _ ___ 2, 520,115. 98 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 227 The additional sum of $2,427,800 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for the following scheduled work: New work: Complete by December 15, 1953, dredging of over- burden in the channel in Arthur Kill from Piles Creek to Tremley Point-----------$--------------880, 000 Dredging and rock removal to 37 feet in Arthur Kill from Piles Creek to Pralls Island under a continuing contract (January-June 1954). Amount to be ex- pended during fiscal year_------------------------ 955, 000 Dredge by use of one United States seagoing hopper dredge for about 1 month during the fiscal year to complete deepening the lower entrance channel to 35 feet----------------------------------------- 165, 000 $2, 000, 000 Maintenance : Repair by contract, dike north of Shooters Island; dredging by use of one United States seagoing hopper dredge for two dredge months during the fiscal year in the removal of shoals where necessary and miscellaneous inspections and reports-------- 427, 800 Total for all work------------------------------------- 2, 427, 800 Cost and financial summa'ry Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated . __ _. 1 $2,200,000.00 $1,260,000.00 $2,665,000.00 $1,414,000.00 1 2 $47,713,081.91 Cost-----------.....--... 1$2,023,134.77 1, 944, 914. 13 849, 742. 25 1, 295, 693. 58 1, 800, 124. 10 1 5 46, 814, 400. 47 Expenditures------......... 2, 038, 913. 211, 823, 900. 17 1, 053, 853. 88 1, 318. 674. 91 1, 511, 755. 03 12 46, 526, 438. 35 Maintenance: Appropriated----...--- 383, 000. 00 110, 000. 00 118, 000. 00 860, 540. 27 290, 200.00 3, 346, 045. 65 Cost- ......----..----------.... 391, 559. 39 127, 214. 20 123, 340. 17 415, 394. 25 708, 030. 32 3, 306, 532. 04 Expenditures.-------- 388, 317. 14 92, 994. 53 160, 684. 171 377, 350. 58 723, 922. 49 3, 284, 262. 62 Other new work data : ---------------------------- $246, 117. 50 Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952___ Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953------------- 894, 000.00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953--------------1, 140, 117. 50 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project------------------------------- 21, 346, 000. 00 1 Exclusive of $7,711.82 expended from contributed funds for new work. s Includes $6,621 for new work and $1,621 for maintenance of Lemon Creek, Staten Island, N. Y 35. RARITAN RIVER TO ARTHUR KILL CUT-OFF CHANNEL, N. J. Location.-This channel is in the western portion of Raritan Bay, off Perth Amboy, and about 23 miles by water southwest of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 286.) Existing project.--This provides for a channel 1 mile long, 20 feet deep at mean low water and 800 feet wide, connecting the Raritan River Channel with the southern end of the Arthur Kill Channel, New York and New Jersey Channels project. Mean tidal range, 5.1 feet; mean range of spring tides, 6.1 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.6 feet below mean low water up to 4.8 feet above mean high water. 228 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The cost for new work for the completed project was $810,500. The latest (1950) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $79,000. The existing project was authorized by the Public Works Adminis- tration under date of September 6, 1933, and by River and Harbor Act approved August 30, 1935 (H. Doc. 50, 73d Cong., 1st sess.), which document contains latest published maps. Terminal facilities.-No terminal facilities are served by the im- provement, which is a connecting channel. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- pleted in 1935. When examined in March 1951 the controlling mean low water depth through the channel was 20 feet for a width of 800 feet. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $1,780,695.03, of which $810,500 Public Works funds was for new work and $970,195.03 regular funds for maintenance. Proposedoperations.-An allotment of $1,000 made for maintenance during fiscal year 1953 will be applied to a condition survey of the project channel. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated---------------- ----------------------------------- ------------ $810,500.00 Cost------ ------------ ----------- ------------------------------- ---- 810,500.00' ------------ 810, 500.00 Expenditures......... ................-----------........----------------------.......... Maintenance: Appropriated-----------------............ $910 ...........---------- 344, 197. 97 ------------ 970, 195.03 Cost----------------- ------------ 910 ------------ 344,197. 97 ------------ 970,195.03 Expenditures--------- ----------- 910 ----------- 344,197. 97 ------------ 970,195.03 36. WOODBRIDGE CREEK, N. J. Location.-This is a small creek rising near Rahway, N. J., and flowing through marshes into the west side of Arthur Kill, about 20 miles, by water, southwest of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 286 and 369.) Previous project.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1879. For further details see page 1777, annual report for 1915, and page 256, Annual Report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 8 feet deep at mean low water and 50 feet wide, extending from Arthur Kill to the Sala- mander dock, a distance of about 1.9 miles. Mean tidal range, 5.1 feet; mean range of spring tides, 6.1 feet; iregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.6 feet below mean low water up to 4.8 feet above mean high water. The cost for new work, for the completed project was $30,823, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $11,000. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 229 The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 13, 1902 (H. Doc. 282, 56th Cong., 1st sess., and annual report for 1900, p. 1552). The latest published map is in the project docu- ment. Terminal facilities.-There are two terminals with a total dockage of 118 feet. One of the terminals with a dockage of 50 feet is publicly owned. The terminals are adequate for present commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost of a survey to determine the condition of the channel was $553.50 for maintenance. The expenditure was $501.03. Condition at end of fiscal year.--Work under the existing project was commenced December 1902 and completed January 1908. The controlling mean low water depth from Arthur Kill to the vicinity of Shell Oil Co. dock was 5 feet when examined in May 1952; thence 3 feet for a width varying from 20 to 50 feet to 1,500 feet south of Berry Street, thence decreasing to zero depth at the head of the project when examined in March 1949. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $208,495.36 of which $30,822.70 was for new work and $177,672.66 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $208,444.57. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $50.79 will be applied to accounts payable June 30, 1952. No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--------- ----------- ------------ ------------ ----------............--............-- $49,822. 70 Cost------------------------------------49,822. 7 .. Expenditures------- ------------------------------------------------ 49, 822. 7 Maintenance: Appropriated--------......... $700 $915 ........------------ $606. 00 $321. 16 177, 672. 66 Cost------------------ 700 915 .........------------ 373.66 553.50 177.672.66 Expenditures-----........ 700 915 ------------ ............ 375.34 501.03 177, 672.66 37. RARITAN RIVER, N. J. Location.-Rises in the north-central part of New Jersey and flows in a general southeasterly direction into Raritan Bay, be- tween Perth Amboy and South Amboy, about 24 miles, by water, south of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 375.) Previous projects.-A survey of Raritan River for the improve- ment of New Brunswick Harbor was made in 1836. Subsequent projects were adopted by acts of June 18, 1878, and March 3, 1881. For further details see page 1777 of annual report for 1915, page 359 of annual report for 1918, and page 259 of annual report for 1938, Existing project.-This provides for a channel 25 feet deep and 300 feet wide extending from the turn in New York and New Jer- sey Channels near Great Beds Light to the Government wharf on the main channel, a distance of 5.8 miles widened to 600 feet for 230 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 a length of 1,000 feet opposite the wharf to form a turning basin of same depth; thence a channel 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide, to the Washington Canal, a distance of 3.0 miles; thence 10 feet deep in soft material, 11 feet deep in rock, and generally 100 feet wide with widening at bends to the Delaware Raritan Canal en- trance at New Brunswick, a distance of 5 miles; and for a south channel, 25 feet deep and 300 feet wide from the junction with the main channel at Keasby to the upper limit of the Titanium Pigment Co. property, a distance of 0.8 mile; thence 10 feet deep and 150 feet wide to the upper junction with the main channel at Crab Island, a distance of 2.4 miles. The plane of reference is mean low water. The mean range of tides is 5.1 feet at the mouth of the river and 5.4 feet at New Brunswick; mean range of spring tides, 6.1 and 6.5 feet, respectively. Irregular fluctuations due to winds and barometric pressure vary from 3.6 feet below mean low water up to 4.8 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $1,257,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects and exclusive of $66,000 contributed by local interests. The latest (1940) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $60,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 2,1919 Channel 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide to Washington H. Doc. 1341, 62d Cong., 3d sess. Canal, thence 10 feet deep and 150 feet wide to ca- nal locks and 10 feet deep through south channel. July 3,1930 Channel 25 feet deep and 300 feet wide up to New H. Doc. 127, 70th Cong., 1st sess. York & Long Branch R. R. bridge. Do-....... Channel 10 feet deep in earth and 11 feet in rock to H. Doc. 454, 70th Cong., 2d sess.' New Brunswick. Width reduced to 100 feet. Do....... Relocation of lower reach of south channel..----------....... Rivers and Harbors Committee, z Doc. 31, 71st Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 26,1937 Channel 25 feet deep and 300 feet wide to junction River and Harbors Committee, of main and south channels, thence of same depth Doc. 74, 74th Cong., 2d sess.' in south channel to Titanium Pigment Co. Oct. 17,1940 Channel 25 feet deep and 300 feet wide from junction Report on file in the Office, Chief of main and south channels to the Government of Engineers (report not printed). wharf, including a turning basin. 1Contain latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with except that local inter- ests are required to furnish spoil-disposal areas for the maintenance of the 25-foot channel from New York & Long Branch Railroad bridge to junction of main and south channels, and in the south channel to the Titanium Pigment Co. property. Terminal facilities.-There are 26 piers and bulkheads with a total berthage of 16,469 feet along the shores of Raritan River. The Gov- ernment has established a large ammunition and storage depot and arsenal known as Raritan Arsenal on the river. One of the terminals is municipally owned and is leased to private interests. Eleven of the terminals are equipped with mechanical handling devices and 10 have railroad connections. In addition, there is a boatyard with storage space for 100 craft and a boat basin with mooring for about 40 pleasure boats. The terminals are considered adequate for existing RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 231 commerce. (For latest full description of terminal facilities, see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Under a contract for dredging to a depth of 25 feet in the south channel from the junction with the main channel to the upper limit of the Titanium Pigment Co. wharf, work was commenced October 31, 1951, and completed January 14, 1952. During the fiscal year 208,125 cubic yards, place measurement, of material were removed at a cost of $106,450.53 for maintenance. The United States lighter Gorham and United States motor tug Daly were engaged in the examination and removal of an obstruction from the Raritan River channel vicinity of South Amboy, N. J., on January 4, 1952, at a cost of $660.69 for maintenance. A model study of the Raritan River was in progress at the Water- ways Experiment Station, Vicksburg, Miss., and field surveys in con- nection therewith were conducted during the fiscal year at a cost of $3,522.11 for maintenance. The cost of studies and investigation of shoaling, condition surveys and surveys and engineering preliminary to dredging was $6,169.09 for maintenance. The total cost of work was $116,802.42 for maintenance. The total expenditure was $117,797.14. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced September 1919 and is about 96 percent complete. The main channel has been dredged 25 feet deep and 300 feet wide from the junction with New York and New Jersey Channels to and including a turning basin of the same depth opposite the Govern- ment wharf, except for a shoal along the northerly channel line in the vicinity of the Victory Bridge, thence 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide to the mouth of the Washington Canal, thence 10 and 11 feet deep and 100 feet wide to the Delaware & Raritan Canal outlet locks at New Brunswick. The south channel has been dredged 25 feet deep and 300 feet wide for a distance of 3,200 feet, thence 10 feet deep and 150 feet wide for a distance of 12,400 feet to within 1,300 feet of the junction with the main channel at Crab Island. The controlling depths at mean low water are as follows: Section Depth Width Date (feet) (feet) In main channel from New York and New Jersey channels to 25 300-200 May and December junction with the south channel. 1951. From south channel junction to lower end of Government wharf 19 300-170 May 1951. From lower end of Government wharf to upper end of Govern- 16 300-150 Do. ment wharf. Turning Basin, opposite Government wharf---- -------------- 9 100-300 Do. From upper end of Government wharf to the Washington Canal_ 15 100-200 July 1946-July 1947. From Washington Canal to the Delaware & Raritan Canal lock 10 40-100 July 1946. at New Brunswick. In south channel to upper limit of Titanium Pigment dock-.... 25 300 January 1952. From upper limit of Titanium Pigment Co. dock to Crossman's 9. 5 150- 50 December 1950. dock. From Crossman's dock to Junction with main channel opposite 1 100-150 July 1947. Crab Island. 232 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The work remaining to be done under the existing project is the dredging of the south channel to a depth of 10 feet and 150 feet wide for a length of 1,300 feet to the upper junction with the main channel at Crab Island, and the removal of a shoal along the northerly channel line in the vicinity of the Victory Bridge. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $3,208,- 909.64, of which $878,314.59 was from regular funds, $292,685.07 from Ordnance funds, and $66,000 from contributed funds, a total of $1,236,- 999.66 for new work, and $1,971,909.98 from United States funds for maintenance. The expenditures were $3,208,861.47-$2,850,176.40 from regular funds, $292,685.07 from Ordnance funds and $66,000 from con- tributed funds. Proposed operations,--The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $6;385.54 plus an allotment of $121,862.63 made during fiscal year 1953, a total of $128,248.17 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952-------------------------- ------ $48.17 Maintenance: Dredging by contract (October-December 1952) to restore the South Channel from Keasby to the Titanium Pigment Co. prop- erty to project depth of 25 feet and the main channel opposite Raritan Arsenal wharf to partial project depth of 18 feet...--- 125,000.00 Channel surveys and miscellaneous inspections and reports------ 3,200.00 Total for all work...---.--------------- ---- 128,248.17 The sum of $212,900 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for the following scheduled work: Maintenance: Dredging by contract (October-December 1953) to restore the South Channel from Keasby to the Titanium Pigment Co. prop- erty to project depth of 25 feet------------------------- $110, 000 Dredge by use of one ljnited States seagoing hopper dredge for about one month to restore the existing 25-foot main channel below the New York and Long Branch railroad bridge to project dimensions -------------- ----------------------------- 100, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports----.....-------------------- 2,900 Total for all work ----------------------------------- 212, 900 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ingfiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: 1t Appropriated .......------------------------------------------------...........-----... 2$1, 551,469.91 ............ Cost..-------- ------------- -------------------------- -------------- 21,551,469. 91 Expenditures........----.---------- --------------------------------------- 121, 551, 469. 91 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... 198, 391. 30 $245, 000. 00 $219,137. 24 $99, 472. 00 $119,953. 10 2, 089, 666. 78 Cost ,- --- -- 169, 929. 97 280, 914. 93 210, 635. 53 104, 787. 02 116, 802. 42 2, 083, 329. 41 Expenditures-......... 169, 777.63 281, 180. 45 208, 826. 03 105, 567. 93 117, 797. 14 2, 083, 281.24 I Exclusive of $292,685.07 ordnance funds expended for new work. 1 Exclusive of $66,000.00 contributed funds expended for new work. Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priate.d for completion of existing project..-----..-- --- ----- $86, 000 RIVERS :AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y DISTRICT 233 38. WASHINGTON CANAL AND SOUTH RIVER, N. J. Location.-South River rises in central New Jersey and empties into the Raritan River from the south, about 8 miles above South Amboy, N. J. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 375.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1871, June 14, 1880, and July 25, 1912. For further details see page 1778 of annual report for 1915, page 323, annual report for 1929, and page 262, annual report for 1938. Existing project.--This provides for a channel, to be obtained by diking and dredging, 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide in Wash- ington Canal, 0.8 mile, and 12 feet deep and generally 150 feet wide in South River following cut-off No. 1 up to Old Bridge, 4.4 miles. The tidal variation at the canal is 5.1 feet, and at Old Bridge, 5.3 feet; mean range of spring tides, 6.1 and 6.4 feet, respectively. Irregular tidal fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.6 feet below mean low water up to 4 feet above mean high water. The cost for new work for the completed project was $48,891 ex- clusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1929) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $8,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930 (H. Doc. 109, 71st Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There is one publicly owned wharf at South River and eight private wharves, some of which are open to public use. These facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For further details see Port Series No. 20, Corps of Engineers.) Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work on the section of the ex- isting.project to be done by the United States, extending from the mouth of Washington Canal to the highway bridge at South River, was commenced July 1931 and completed November 1931. The sec- tion from the highway bridge at South River to Old Bridge was completed by the State of New Jersey. The controlling depth at mean low water when examined in August 1948 was 12 feet for a width of 100 to 30 feet through Washington Canal and South River to 1,600 feet south of Raritan Railroad bridge, thence 10 feet for a width of 60 to 150 feet to within 2,000 feet of the head of the project at Old Bridge, thence decreasing to 2 feet at the head of the project. The minimum width through bridge draws is 48 feet. The head of navigation is at Old Bridge, about 5.2 miles above the entrance. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $172,397.90 of which $48,891.82 was for new work and $123,506.08 for maintenance. In addition, the cost and ex- penditures from contributed funds were $364.73 for new work. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $500 made for maintenance during fiscal year 1953 will be applied to a condition survey of the project channel. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. 234 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ..---.---- ----- ------------------------ .----------------------- I $206,116.23 Cost--.......----------................----....------------ ........------------ ------------......... ..........------------ 206,116. 23 Expenditures ----------------------- ------ ----------------------------- 1206,116.23 Maintenance: Appropriated-------------------- --------------------------------- 8, 440.54 Cost-------------------------- 900 ---------------------------------- 208, 440.54 Expenditures--------- ---.........-----..........----.. 900 ............----------...........------------------------............ 208, 440. 54 1 Exclusive of $364.73 contributed funds expended for new work. 39. SHOAL HARBOR AND COMPTON CREEK, N. J. Location.-Shoal Harbor is an indentation on the south shore of Sandy Hook Bay about 4 miles west of Sandy Hook. Compton Creek is a small stream rising on the west side of the Navesink High- lands and flowing north through the meadows into Shoal Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 369.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of Sep- tember 19, 1890. For further details see annual report for 1934, page 211, and annual report for 1938, page 265. Existing project.-This provides for dredging a channel 8 feet deep at mean low water, extending from deep water in Sandy Hook Bay to a point 1,000 feet upstream from the Main Street Bridge across Compton Creek with a width of 150 feet in the bay and 75 feet inside the mouth of the creek, with widening at bends. The length of section included in the project is about 1.5 miles. Mean tidal range, 4.8 feet; mean range of spring tides, 5.8 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 3.8 feet below mean low water up to 5.9 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $70,000, ex- clusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $20,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 30, 1935 8-foot channel in bay and creek to Main St. Bridge __ ... H. Doc. 58, 73d Cons., 1st sess. Mar. 2,1945 Extens on of 8-foot channel to 1,000 feet upstream H. Doc. 673, 76th Cong., 3d sess. from Main St. Bridge. (Contains latest published map.) Recommended modification of project.-Under date of December 12, 1950, the Chief of Engineers recommended modification of the existing project to provide for deepening the existing 8-foot channel to a depth of 12 feet at mean low water to the first bend in the creek, including extension of the channel to the 12-foot depth in Sandy Hook Bay, with widening at the bends, at an estimated cost of $105,000 with $12,000 annually for maintenance, in addition to that now required, subject to certain conditions of local cooperation (H. Doc. 89, 82d Cong. 1st sess.). RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 235 Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, provides that no work shall be undertaken until harbor lines have been established by the Secretary of War along that portion of Compton Creek extending 1,000 feet upstream from Main Street Bridge and until local interests have: (a) Conveyed to the United States, free of cost, a perpetual ease- ment to excavate all lands above ordinary high water included between said harbor lines and have removed all structures or parts thereof extending channelward of said harbor lines. (b) Furnished, free of cost to the United States, suitable areas for the disposal of dredged material for new work and subsequent maintenance as needed. (c) Given releases to hold and save the United States free from all claims for damages resulting from the improvement. (d) Constructed the public wharf, assurances for which were furnished under the project of August 30, 1935, at a location and in accordance with plans to be approved by the Chief of Engineers and Secretary of War and given assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will maintain this wharf open to all on equal and reasonable terms. The clerk of Middletown Township was notified of the conditions of local cooperation in letter dated January 18, 1946. A letter dated July 2, 1946, advised that the township committee has given assur- ances that it will comply with all of the above conditions. The re- quirements under prior acts have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are two terminals with a total available dockage of 1,400 feet located near the mouth of Compton Creek. The terminals are equipped with loading and unloading devices. None has railroad connections. Within the navigable sections of the creek, there are about 35 small landings and 2 boat yards equipped with 5 marine ways suitable for small fishing boats. Upon completion of a public wharf to be constructed under local cooperation, the terminals will be adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost and expendi- tures of a survey to determine the condition of the channel were $632.06 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced August 1936 and is about 66 percent complete. The controlling mean low water depth in the channel, when examined in June 1952, was 8 feet for a width of 150 feet from Sandy Hook Bay to the stone jetty, thence 7 feet for a width of 60 feet in the creek to the vicinity of the Main Street Bridge. From Main Street Bridge to the head of the project there was a controlling depth of 2 feet below] mean low water for a width of 55 feet when examined in November 1939. The head of navigation is at the Central Railroad of New Jer- sey bridge about 1 mile above the mouth. The work remaining to be done under the project consists of extending the channel 1,000 feet upstream from the Main Street Bridge. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $183,724.41 of which $30,281.99 was for new work and $153,442.42 for maintenance. 236 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost ana financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated. ----------- ------------------------ ------------ ------------ $47, 281,99 Cost------- ---------------------------------- ------------ ------------------------ 47, 281.99 Expenditures------------------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ 47, 281.99 Maintenance: Appropriated-_........ -$4, 996. 03 $4, 600. 00 $65, 000.00 $1, 838.00 $632.06 323, 151.25 Cost---------------- 3, 783. 54 4, 360. 67 19, 950. 35 47, 126. 98 632. 06 323, 151.25 Expenditures---------......... 7, 029. 25 4, 310. 17 14, 009. 69 53, 118. 14 632. 06 323, 151.25 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project----------------------- $40, 000 40. SANDY HOOK BAY, N. J. Location.--This bay is the southern portion of lower New York Bay, west of and adjoining the projecting arm of Sandy Hook, N. J. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 369 and 543.) Existing project.-This provides for the construction of a continu- ous rubble-mound breakwater about 4,000 feet in length extending eastward from the New Jersey Central Railroad steamboat dock at Atlantic Highlands, N. J., and dredging of the area in its lee and sea- ward of the new pierhead line to a depth of 8 feet at mean low water. Mean range of tides, 4.6 feet; mean range of spring tides, 5.6 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind conditions vary from 1 to 2 feet above or below the mean range. The cost for new work for the completed project was $508,936, exclusive of $53,790 contributed by local interests. The latest (1937) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $6,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937 (H. Doc. No. 292, 75th Cong., 1st sess.). For latest published map, see the project document. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with, except that local interests must furnish easements and rights-of-way necessary for subsequent maintenance as and when required. Terminal facilities.-There are 3 piers, with a total berthage of 1,330 feet, located along the water front at Atlantic Highlands west- erly of and adjacent to the anchorage area. One of these terminals has railroad connections. Under the conditions of local cooperation, 5 boat basins with mooring stalls and servicing facilities for pleasure boats were constructed. The existing terminals will be sufficient for present needs. There is ample space for additional wharves and boat basins should future needs warrant their construction. (For latest full description of terminal facilities, see Port and Terminal Facili- ties at the Port of New York, 1942, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost of a survey to determine the condition of the anchorage area was $162.88 for mainte- nance. The expenditures were $348.76. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 237 in 1941. The breakwater was completed in 1940 and the anchorage area was completed in 1941. When examined in June 1951 project depth existed throughout the anchorage area, except for a shoal in the westerly area with a least depth of 4.5 feet. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $563,996.55 of which $562,726.43 was for new work, $508,936.40 of which were United States funds and $53,790.03 contributed funds and $1,270.12 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $563,974.43. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $22.12 will be applied to accounts payable June 30, 1952. No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June ... ... 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated.--------- ---.. --- - --- ,-- ------------ ----------- ------------ 1$508, 936.40 Cost ...............------......-----------.........................---------------------------------- ......-----------............ 1508, 936. 40 Expenditures ---------------- ------------------------------------------........... 508, 936. 40 Maintenance: Appropriated ....-.-- --- . ----------------- . -------------- $1, 289. 24 -$19. 12 1, 270. 12 Cost-_ --- ------------------------------------------- 1, 107. 24 162. 88 1, 270. 12 Expenditures---------........................------.......------------------------............ 899. 24 348. 76 1, 248.00 i Exclusive of $53.790.03 expended from contributed funds for new work. 41. SHREWSBURY RIVER, N. J. Location.-This river is mainly a large tidal basin in the eastern part of New Jersey, the outlet being at the southeast end of Sandy Hook Bay, about 4 miles south from the point of Sandy Hook. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 543.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of August 30, 1852; March 3, 1871; March 3, 1879, modified in 1883 and 1887; and by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1919. For further details, see page 1778 of annual report of 1915, page 373 of annual report of 1918, and page 267 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep and 300 feet wide, following the westerly shore, from deep water in Sandy Hook Bay to a point 600 feet south of the railroad bridge at Highlands, a distance of 2.2 miles; then 9 feet deep and generally 150 feet wide, suitably widened at bends and turns, in the south branch of the river to the Branchport Avenue Bridge in the city of Long Branch, a distance of 6.8 miles; and for a channel in the north branch 6 feet deep and 150 feet wide from the junction to Red Bank, a distance of 6.1 miles; a turning basin and anchorage in the vicinity of Red Bank, 6 feet deep and about 19 acres in area; a channel in Claypit Creek, 6 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the 6-foot curve in the north branch of the head of the creek, a distance of about 1.0 mile; a channel in Oceanport Creek, 6 feet deep, 100 feet wide and 2 miles long from the channel in south branch to the New York and Long Branch Railroad Bridge; and for a channel in Little Silver 245554-53-vol. 1-16 238 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Creek, 6 feet deep, 100 feet wide and 1.6 miles long from the channel in south branch to the Seven Bridge Road Bridge. All depths refer to the plane of local mean low water. The mean range of tides at Highlands, 3.8 feet; at Seabright, 1.7 feet; at Branchport, 1.7 feet; and at Red Bank, 3 feet. Mean range of spring tides is 4.7, 2.1, 2.2, and 3.6 feet, respectively. Irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pressure vary from 1.7 feet below mean low water up to 6.5 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, was $937,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects and exclusive of $36,311.03 funds already contributed and $86,000 to be contributed by local interests. The estimate of annual cost of maintenance, revised in 1950, is $68,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 2,1919 ..............-- Channel 6 feet deep in North Branch------------ H. Doc. 1296, 62d Cong., 3d sess. Aug. 30, 1935 ...----------------- Channel 12 feet deep________ H. Doc. 157, 71st Cong., 2d sess. Do___.... Channel 9 feet deep.....______--------------------------- Rivers and Harbors Committee, Doc. 31, 74th Cong., 1st sess. May 17,1950 Turning basin and anchorage 6 feet deep at Red H. Doc. 285, 81st Cong., 1st sess. Bank, and channels 6 feet deep in Claypit, Ocean- (Contains latest published map.) port and Little Silver Creeks. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, provides that local interests shall (a) Provide without cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas necessary for the construction and subsequent maintenance of the project, when and as required. (b) Hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction and subsequent maintenance of the improvement. (c) Provide and maintain a suitable public wharf on each of the creeks to be improved, which shall be open to all on equal terms. (d) Remove at their own expense the Locust Avenue Bridge over Claypit Creek. (e) Make cash contributions of $25,000, $33,000 and $27,500 toward the cost of improvement of Claypit, Oceanport, and Little Silver Creeks, respectively. Provided further that construction of any unit of the proposed im- provement may be undertaken independently of the other units when the required local cooperation has been provided. These conditions have not been fulfilled. The requirements under prior acts have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are 33 terminals with a total berthage of 7,986 feet located on the waterway. Eight of the terminals with a total berthage of 1,000 feet are open to the public. In addition many private pleasure-boat landings have been constructed by owners of riverfront estates. Fifteen boat yards with storage space for 670 craft and equipped with 21 marine railways are available. None of the terminals has direct rail connections. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. RIVERS AND HARBORS NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 239 Operationsandresults duringfiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced October 1919 and is about 57 percent complete. The controlling mean low water depths of the channels included in the project are as follows: Depth Width Section D(feet (fet) Date of survey From Sandy Hook Bay to 600 feet south of railroad 12 250-300 September 1950. bridge at Highlands, N. J. From 600 feet south of railroad bridge at Highlands, 9 150 Do. N. J., to junction of north and south branches. From junction of north and south branches to Branch- 8.0 80-150 May-June 1950. port Ave. bridge at Long Branch, N. J. NORTH BRANCH Junction with main channel to City Dock at Red Bank, 6.0 75-150 Do. N. J. From City Dock to head of project opposite Maple Ave., 4.5 150 Do. Red Bank, N. J. Anchorage and turning basin at Red Bank, N. J ..... 3.0 400 September 1947. Claypit Creek from mouth to Locust Avenue Bridge__. 1.4 100 Do. Oceanport Creek, from junction with south branch to 1.6 100 Do. New York and Long Branch Railroad Bridge. Little Silver Creek, from junction with south branch .8 100 Do. to Seven Bridge Road. The river is navigable on the north branch to Red Bank; on the south branch to Branchport; on Claypit Creek to Locust Avenue; on Oceanport Creek to Oceanport Avenue; and on Little Silver Creek to Seven Bridge Road. The work remaining to be done under the existing project consists of dredging the turning basin and anchorage in the vicinity of Red Bank, and the channels in Claypit, Oceanport, and Little Silver Creeks as authorized by the River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $835,822.50 of which $466,562.59 was for new work and $332,948.88 for maintenance. In addition, the costs and expenditures from contributed funds were $36,311.03 for new work. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $2,500 can be profitably expended for maintenance during fiscal year 1954 for a condition survey of the project channel. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: ------------ $687, 456. 54 Appropriated--------.........-----------------------.............................................. Cost............--------------------------- ..------------------------------------ 1687, 456. 54 Expenditures--------......... -- ----------------------------------------------- 687, 456. 54 Maintenance: Appnropriated $1,990. 00 $98, 000.00 -$16,009.74 ............ ---........-----............ 619, 554. 93 $1,300. 82 Cost-............--------------...... 2, 174. 43 5,216. 16 76, 774. 10 ...------------......... 619, 554. 93 Expenditures-......------... 3, 209. 44 2,242.97 ...........------------ 81, 990. 26 ..------------ 619, 554. 93 1Exclusive of $36,311.03 contributed funds expended for new work. 240 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 42. SHARK RIVER, N. J. Location.-This is a small stream entering the Atlantic Ocean 20 miles south of Sandy Hook on the New Jersey coast. It is 40 miles by water south of the Battery, New York City. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts, Nos. 795 and 1215 .) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 18 feet deep at mean low water and 150 feet wide across the bar at the entrance to the inlet; thence 12 feet deep and generally 100 feet wide through main channel and south channel to the Route 35 bridge; thence 8 feet deep and 100 feet wide to the upper limit of the Belmar municipal boat basin, with additional depths and widths where necessary and practicable to produce satisfactory current velocities at bridges; and an anchorage 12 feet deep over about 7.3 acres east of Route 4-N bridge. The length of section included in the project is about 1.7 miles. Mean tidal range at the mouth is 4 feet; mean range of spring tides 4.8 feet; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pres- sure vary from 2.6 feet below mean low water up to 8.4 feet above mean high water. The cost for new work for the completed project was $150,000. The estimate of cost for annual maintenance, made in 1938, is $30,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945 (H. Doc. 102, 76th Cong., 1st sess.). For latest published map see project document. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with except that local interests are required to furnish suitable spoil-disposal areas for maintenance. Terminal facilities.-Two yacht basins are located on the south shore of the lower portion of Shark River. One is publicly owned and has a berthage of 2,600 feet. Several boat yards, boathouses, and landings for commercial and recreational craft are located in the lower portion of Shark River. Additional terminals adequate .for prospective commerce are expected to be provided upon improvement of the waterway. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work under the existing project was commenced June 1947 and completed October 1947. The controlling mean low water depth, when examined in April 1950, was 6 feet for a width varying from 30 to 100 feet across the bar at the entrance to the inlet; thence 8.5 feet for a width varying from 50 to 100 feet through Main Channel and South Channel to Route 35y bridge; thence 8 feet for a width of 100 feet to the head of the project. The controlling depth in the anchorage area was 10 feet below mean low water. The head of navigation is at the head of the lagoon, a distance of about 3 miles toward the south end and 21/2 miles to the north, both distances being measured from the mouth. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $292,639.49 of which $150,000 was for new work and $142,- 639.49 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $900 made for maintenance during fiscal year 1953 will be applied to a condition survey of the project channel. No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. - RIVERS AND HARBORS-NEW YORIK, N. Y., DISTRICT 241 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated .......... -........------------ $150,000. 00 .----------------------- ---------- $150,000. 00 Cost---------..................------------------------ 1150, 000. 00 ---------... ------------ 150, 000. 00 ............------------ 1150,000.00 .---------- ------------ Expenditures----.......---------- 150,000.00 Maintenance: .......--------------- Appropriated-- $20,000. 00 85, 281.47 ...------------------------ 142, 639. 49 28, 869.53 26, 843. 97 Cost.......--------------........... 86, 567. 97 ------------------------ 142, 639. 49 Expenditures.....-------.... 28, 715. 82 6,195. 93 107, 369. 72 ...- 142, 639. 49 2 Reimbursement of advanced funds originally expended in prior fiscal years. 43. EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES (GENERAL) During the fiscal year hired labor work was performed in making preliminary examinations, surveys, and reviews authorized by Con- gress at a cost of $14,777.33. In addition, permits to execute work or erect structures in navigable waters were issued and the work done thereunder was inspected; commercial statistics were collected and compiled; investigations were made in connection with application for modifications to anchorage and bridge and navigation regulations; and miscellaneous inspections, surveys, and estimates were made: all by hired labor at a cost of $99,925.73. Under the supervision of the North Atlantic Division commercial statistics were compiled by the regional office at a cost of $146,198.69. The total cost was $260,901.75. The expenditures were $260,775.91, all from regular funds. The unexpended balance at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $16,248.36 together with an allotment for fiscal year 1953 of $8,400 for examinations and surveys and $214,200 for contingencies, includ- ing the Regional Statistical Office, a total of $238,848.36 will be applied as follows: Eilxaminations and surveys: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------------------------------ $739. 21 River and harbor examinations and surveys------------------ 9, 004. 17 Contingencies (general) : Accounts payable June 30, 1952_--------------------------- 3, 116. 84 Contingencies ---------------------- 47,164. 94 Commercial statistics, regional statistical office: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_........__. -------------- 7, 743. 32 Compilation of statistics by regional office __----------- -__ 171, 079.88 Total for all work -------------------------------------- 238, 848. 36 The additional sum of $236,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 as follows: Examinations and surveys_----------____- Contingencies ---------------------------- $15, $_____ 500 51, 000 Commercial statistics, regional statistical office--.... __ _- 169, 500 Total----------------------------------------------------- 236, 000 242 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary CONSOLIDATED Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 10, 1952, includ- 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 ing fiscal years priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated.... - - - - - - -..- $232, 750.00 $244, 500.00 $306, 310.00 $256, 200.00 $247, 500.00 $4, 330, 836.95 Cost ------------ 214, 616. 67 243, 526. 84 296,134. 58 266, 767.52 260,901.75 4, 326,187.96 Expenditures - - 222, 630. 27 252, 271.33 295, 572.52 263, 204.28 260, 775. 91 4, 314, 588. 59 44. PLANT ALLOTMENT, NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropri- ated------$171,689.02 $225, 000.00 -$20,000.00 $11,034,441.00 -$2,606,601.69 $13, 408,543. 82 Cost--- ......... E xpendi- tures..--- -- 381,796.18 247, 799.49 -86, 048.40 10, 659, 498.45 -2, 357, 683. 22 12, 706, 770. 23 45. INACTIVE NAVIGATION PROJECTS Cost and expenditures For last to June 30, 1952 Estimated full report, amount see Annual required to Report for- New work Mainte- complete nance 1. Larchmont Harbor, N. Y...._ 1916 $76, 064. 85 $211. 42 (1) 2. Echo Bay Harbor, N. Y-........... 1950 64, 583. 89 7,171.45 (1) 3. New Rochelle Harbor, N. Y.2_._ 1949 73, 213. 67 22, 030. 38 (1) 4. Manhasset Bay, N. Y.a_________________ ___________ 1948 ..... ...... 460. 00 $153, 000 5. Glen Cove Harbor, N. Y.2. .......... 1911 72, 000. 00 962, 000 6. Northport Harbor, N. Y.5...a__ . .___ ._________ 1949 6 49,000 7. Greenport Harbor, N. Y.2 ........... 1949 74, 680. 83 18, 464. 41 (1) 8. Browns Creek, N. Y .............................. 1951 33, 976. 03 92, 507. 11 411, 000 9. Orowoc Creek, N. Y....______________________________ 1949 ............ 7 45, 000 10. Sumpawanus (Babylon Creek) Inlet, N. Y.s.4 ..... 1895 7, 000. 00 ............ (1) (0) 11. Sheepshead Bay, N. Y_............................ 1948 33, 827. 50 3, 762. 81 12. Wallabout Channel, N. Y.2 ... 1948 18, 173. 69 35, 295. 24 (1) 13. Irvington Harbor, N. Y.a ____ ______...________ 1948 ............ 360.09 58,000 14. Tarrytown Harbor, N. Y.2_...__ ___ __ . 1951 69, 836. 48 57, 944. 03 (1) 15. Peekskill Harbor, N. Y.2 .. ._____________________ 1951 19, 400. 00 59, 808. 07 (1) 16. Wappinger Creek, N. Y __.__.......... ........ 1950 13, 000. 00 43, 025. 96 (1) 17. Saugerties Harbor, N. Y._____ 1949 81, 904. 91 86, 294. 28 (1) 18. Otter Creek, Vt.2. 4 1950 60, 253. 50 7, 619. 46 113, 000 19. Gordons Landing, Lake Champlain, Vt-........... 1892 34, 750. 00 (1) 20. Channel Between North and South Hero Islands, Lake Champlain, Vt.= . 4. 1909 31, 000. 00 (1) 21. St. Albans Harbor, Lake Champlain, Vt). 4________ 1917 3, 125. 45 384. 55 (1) 22. Swanton Harbor, Vt.2. 4 1888 70, 500.00 ........... 1, 796, 000, 23. Rouses Point, Lake Champlain, N. Y.=-........... 1895 98, 467. 55 (1) 24. Great Chazy River, N. Y.. 4_______________________ 1895 18, 000.00 (1) 25. Port Henry Harbor, N. Y.__........................ 1931 8 69, 406. 46 1, 252. 75 (1) 26. Ticonderoga River, N. Y. 4___________________ 1895 16, 500. 00 343, 000 27. Elizabeth River, N. J.3.... 1948 60, 481.15 59, 391. 21 175, 000 28. Rahway River, N. J.' _ 1949 37, 000. 00 306. 87 176, 000 29. Lemon Creek, Staten Island, N. Y.'_. __ 1937 S6, 621. 00 91,621.00 185, 000 30. Great Kills, Staten Island, N. Y_ _.._ 1950 10137,301. 69 38, 410. 44 (1) 31. Cheesequake Creek, N. J.'. 4 1949 40, 000. 00 26, 151. 73 290, 000 32. Keyport Harbor, N. J.'. ___________________ 1949 40, 475. 00 174, 755. 33 (1) 33. Matawan Creek, N. J.*'. 4 _............... ....... 1934 21, 000. 00 73, 964. 09 21,000 See footnotes at end of table. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 243 Cost and expenditures For last to June 30, 1952 Estimated full report, amount see Annual required to Reportfor-- New work Mainte- complete nance 34. Waycake Creek, N. J.3------------------------------ 1949 109,000 35. Sandy Hook Bay at Leonardo, N. J.-------------- ............ 1950 69, 000 36. Glen Cove Creek, N. Y....------------------------ 1949 1129, 760. 06 29,107. 62 12 58,000 37. Sag Harbor, N. Y__...__________............... 1949 121,805. 39 1,266. 14 .---------- 38. Coney Island Channel, N. Y--. --.. 1949 111,371. 21 218, 741. 64 ......... 39. Burlington Harbor, Vt-------------------------1951 706, 414.11 277, 651. 62 .. 40. Plattsburg Harbor, N. Y---------------------- 1951 198,415.13 102,452. 00 ......... 1 Completed. s Improvement adequate for commerce. ' Awaiting local cooperation. ' No commerce reported. i No funds available. * In addition $15,000 to be contributed by local interests. TIn addition $15,200 to be contributed by local interests. S Exclusive of $10,000 expended from contributed funds. 'These amounts also included in report for New York and New Jersey Channels. No work has been done on the existing project for Lemon Creek. 10oExclusive of $104,804.63 expended from contributed funds. 11Exclusive of $29,774.11 expended from contributed funds. 12 Exclusive of $58,000 to be contributed. 46. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for navigation called for by River and Harbor acts and- committee resolutions Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to Doc. et meaon Congress No. mendation Arthur Kill, N. Y. and N. J., New House Public Works Com- York and New Jersey Channels, mittee resolution, June with particular reference to provi- 11, 1952. sion of a turning basin in Arthur Kill, N, Y. and N, !, Bronx River, N. Y................. River and Harbor act, Mar. 2, 1945. Champlain Canal, N. Y., with view .....do-----..........---.......----- Mar. 21,1952 Unfavor- to improvement without taking able. title to said canal and its appurte- nances. Delaware Bay above Cape May to House Public Works Com- Shrewsbury River-for extension mittee resolution, Apr. of New Jersey Intracoastal Water- 22, 1947. way from Manasquan Inlet to Shrewsbury River and an alter- nate connection to Delaware Bay. Delaware River-New York Bay Rivers and Harbors Com- Section of Intracoastal Waterway, mittee resolution, June water supplly. 25, 1943. Dosoris Creek, N. Y. (Long Island). River and Harbor Act, June 30, 1948. East Basin of Mamaroneck Harbor, River and Harbor Act, N. Y. July 24, 1946. East River and Flushing Bay and Rivers and Harbors Com- Creek, N. Y., seaplane channels mittee resolution, Jan. and anchorage basins in vicinity of 19, 1940. North Beach Airport. East River and Hell Gate, N. Y., Rivers and Harbors Com- between South Brother and mittee resolution, Apr. Berrian Islands. 17, 1940. Endikill Creek, N. Y., at mouth River and Harbor Act, of, construction of small-boat Mar. 2, 1945. anchorage basin, Hudson River. Flushing Bay and Creek and East Rivers and Harbors Com- River, N. Y., seaplane channels mittee resolution, Jan. and anchorage basins in vicinity 19, 1940. of North Beach Airport. Gowanus Canal, Brooklyn, N. Y.. River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. Great Lakes-Atlantic Tidewaters Rivers and Harbors Com- Deep Waterway. mittee resolution, Mar. 7, 1928. '244 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by River and Harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Hackensack River, N. J _..-------- River and Harbor Act, Oct. 2, 1951 H. 252, 82d Favorable. Mar. 2, 1945. Cong., 1st sess. Hashamomuck Creek, L. I., N. Y._- Rivers and Harbors Com- ............ mittee resolution, Dec. 2, 1946. Hell Gate, N. Y., on East River, Rivers and Harbors Com- between South Brother and mittee resolution, Apr. Berrian Islands. 17, 1940. Hudson River, N. Y., from Albany River and Harbor Act, to New York City. Mar. 2, 1945. Hudson River, at or near North do .---------------- ---.... Germantown, Columbia County, N. Y. Hudson River, N. Y., deep-water Rivers and Harbors Com- channel between Hudson and mittee resolution, Mar. Troy. 21,1945. Hudson River at mouth of Endikill River and Harbor Act, Creek, N. Y., construction of Mar. 2, 1945. - -------- small-boat anchorage basin. Hudson and Mohawk Rivers, N. Y., River and Harbor Act, with view to elimination of water July 24, 1946. chestnut. Lake Champlain in vicinity of Senate Public Works Co m- Milton and South Hero, Vt. mittee resolution, Sept. 12,1951. Long Island, Dosoris Creek, N. Y_._ River and Harbor Act, June 30, 1948. Long Island, Hashamomuck Creek, Rivers and Harbors Com- --------------- N. Y. mittee resolution, Dec. 2, 1946. Long Island, Manhasset Bay, N. Y_ Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee resolution, Dec. 30,1938. Long Island, Manhasset'Bay, N. Y.. Rivers and Harbors Com- --------------- mittee resolution, Mar. 25, 1938. --------------- Long Island, Moriches Inlet, N. Y River and Harbor Act, .- ------ Mar, 2, 1945, Long Island, St. James Harbor, do---- --..... ................... N.Y. --------------- Long Island, Shinnecock Inlet, .. .. -- -- -- .....do---..................... N.Y. Long Island, southern coast from ..... do .-------.................. --------------- New York City line to Montauk Point, N. Y., for protection and improvement of the beaches along coast. Mamaroneck Harbor, N. Y., East River and Harbor Act, --------------- --------- "'- Basin of. July 24, 1946. Manasquan Inlet to Shrewsbury Rivers and Harbors Com- ------------ River section of the New Jersey mittee resolution, Mar. Intracoastal Waterway. 23, 1943. --------------- Manasquan Inlet to Shrewsbury House Public Works ----------"- River section of the New Jersey Committee resolution, Intracoastal Waterway. Apr. 22, 1947. Manhasset Bay, N. Y. (Long Island)_ Rivers and Harbors Com- -------- rrr----- mittee resolution, Dec. 30, 1938. Manhasset Bay, N. Y. (Long Island)_ Rivers and Harbors Com- ----------- mittee resolution, Mar. 25, 1938. Matawan Creek, N. J............... Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee resolution, Jan. 24, 1936. Matawan Creek, N. J............... Rivers and Harbors Com- ------------ r mittee resolution, Jan. 26, 1940. Mohawk River, N. Y............... River and Harbor Act, --------- rr----- ----------- Mar. 2, 1945. Mohawk and Hudson Rivers, N. Y., River and Harbor Act, with view to elimination of water July 24, 1946. chestnut. Moriches Inlet, N. Y. (Long Island). River and Harbor Act, -"---------- Mar. 2, 1945. New'Creek, Staten Island, N. Y_.... River and Harbor Act, - - ------ May 17, 1950. RIVERS AND HARBORS--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 245 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by River and Harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendaion Congress New Jersey Coast, from Sandy Riv 'er and Harbor Act, Hook to Cape May, improvement Mfar. 2, 1945. and protection of the beaches along said coast. New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway Riv vers and Harbors Com- --------------- in the vicinity of Shrewsbury m Zittee resolution, Nov. River, N. J. 11, 1943. New Jersey Intracoastal Water- Riv ers and Harbors Co- --------------- way, Manasquan Inlet to Shrews- m ittee resolution, Mar. bury River, N. J. 23 , 1943. New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway Hot use Public Works --------------- from Shrewsbury River to Dela- C(ommittee resolution, ware Bay above Cape May for Apr .22, 1947. extension of Waterway from Man- asquan Inlet to Shrewsbury River and an alternate connection to Delaware Bay. New York and New Jersey Chan- Houise Public Works Com- nels, with particular reference to m ittee resolution, June provision of a turning basin in 11,1952. Arthur Kill, New York and New Jersey. New York Bay- Delaware River Riv ers and Harbors Com- --------------- --- --- --- section of Intracoastal Waterway, m ittee resolution, June water supply. 25 ,1943. New York Harbor, Entrance Chan- Sen ate Public Works ----------- -- nels and anchorage area, with par- Ccommittee resolution, ------------ ticular reference to South Channel. Jume 9, 1948. North Beach Airport, East River, Riv ers and Harbors Com- --------------- and Flushing Bay and Creek, m ittee resolution, Jan. N. Y. 19,1940. Port Chester Harbor, N. Y-------........ Riv ers and Harbors Com- m ittee resolution, Nov. ------------ 30 ,1945. Raritan River, N. J-------------................ Riv ers and Harbors Com- m ittee resolution, Nov. --------------- --,---------- 13,,1945. ------------ Shark River Inlet, N. J-----------............. Hot ise Public Works --------------- Ccommittee resolution, ------------ Ju ne 27, 1950. St. James Harbor, N. Y. (Long Riv er and Harbor Act, --------------- Island). Mtar. 2, 1945. -,,,-------- Shinnecock Inlet, Long Island, N. Y- ..... do--- --------------- Shrewsbury River, N. J., entrance Hot use Public Works ------------ channel across Sandy Hook Ccommittee resolution, -,,,,-------- Peninsula. Ju me 2, 1949. Shrewsbury River, N. J., north Hou ise Public Works Com- --------------- branch above Red Bank. miittee resolution, Apr. -,,,------,- 21, ,1950. Shrewsbury River to Manasquan Rivt ers and Harbors Com- --------------- Inlet section of the New Jersey miittee resolution, Mar. Intracoastal Waterway. 23,,1943. Shrewbury River, N. J., in the Rivt ers and Harbors Com- --------------- vicinity of, New Jersey Intra- miittee resolution, Nov. --,,--------- coastal Waterway. 11, 1943. Shrewsbury River to Delaware Bay Hot use Public Works above Cape May-for extension of C(ommittee resolution, --------------- New Jersey Intracoastal Water- Alpr. 22, 1947. way from Manasquan Inlet to Shrewsbury River and an alter- nate connection to Delaware Bay. Southern coast of Long Island from Riveer and Harbor Act, New York City line to Montauk Mtar. 2, 1945. Point, N. Y., for protection and improvement of beaches along coast. Staten Island, New Creek, N. Y-.... Hot use Public Works Ccommittee resolution, Mtay 17, 1950. 246 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 47. RUTLAND, OTTER CREEK, VT. Location.-Otter Creek rises in the Green Mountains at Dorset, Vt., flows generally north about 107 miles and enters Lake Cham- plain 19 miles south of Burlington, Vt. It has a drainage area of 936 square miles. The city of Rutland is located about 72 miles above the river's mouth at the junction of East Creek and the main stream. (See U. S. Geological Survey map covering Rutland, Vt., quadrangle.) Existing project.-This project provides for channel improvement and construction of earth levees and concrete flood walls along East Creek in the vicinity of Rutland. The channel improvement extends for a distance of 5,640 feet. The aggregate length of the levees and walls is 8,455 feet, of which 7,020 feet are earth embankment and 1,435 feet are concrete flood walls. Other work appurtenant to the project involves construction of two pumping stations, reconstruc- tion of four bridges, demolition of several structures, relocation of roads and utilities, and construction of an interceptor sewer with appurtenances. The estimated Federal cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $4,020,000, exclusive of lands, relocations, bridge reconstruction, sewer construction, and other work to be provided by local interests at an estimated cost of $685,000. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936, and modified by the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941. (See S. Doc. 171, 76th Cong., 3d sess., which contains the latest published map.) Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. The Mayor, city of Rutland, was requested to furnish formal assurances of local cooperation on February 28, 1950, and executed an agreement assur- ing full participation in the project on May 27, 1950. The assurances were approved on June 29, 1950. Although funds for local coopera- tion are dependent upon approval of a bond issue, it is expected that these funds will be forthcoming. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The total cost and expenditures for preparation of contract plans and specifications were $179.01 for new work. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Preliminaryplans have been com- pleted. Preparation of contract plans and specifications was 5 per- cent completed. Completion of plans and specifications and con- struction of the project works remain to be done. The total cost and expenditures of the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $82,388.22 for new work. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $18.97, will be applied to minor engineering operations. No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. FLOOD CONTROL---NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 247 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-......... -$27, 000. 00 $15, 000. 00 $75, 000. 00-_-- _ -$71, 092. 81 $82, 407. 19 Cost---------------. 4, 706. 97 27, 617. 45 200. 24 $3, 508. 97 179. 01 82, 388. 22 Expenditures-----......... 6, 723.43 25, 124. 83 3, 568. 15 3, 695.32 179.01 82, 388. 22 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952___ _-_-__-_---_------ $18. 97 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 ------- 18. 97 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project -------------------- 3, 937, 600. 00 48. HOOSICK FALLS, HOOSIC RIVER BASIN, N. Y. Location.-The Hoosic River rises in northwestern Massachusetts, flows generally north and northwest, crossing the southwest corner of Vermont to the vicinity of Eagle Bridge, N. Y., where it turns west and joins the Hudson River about 16 miles above Troy, N. Y. It is 66 miles long and has a drainage area of 713 square miles. Hoosick Falls, N. Y., is situated on the Hoosic River about 26 miles :above the mouth. (See U. S. Geological Survey map covering Hoosick, N. Y.-Vt. quadrangle.) Existing project.-This provides for channel widening for 3,300 feet, for removal of White Dam and channel excavation for 700 feet, and for construction of earth levees and concrete walls on both banks of the river. The principal structures involved are reinforced- concrete flood walls approximately 900 feet in length on the right bank and 700 feet in length on the left bank, an earth levee approx- imately 2,400 feet in length along the right bank, an emergency outlet section in the right bank flood wall, relocation of Woods Brook in a concrete flume and interior drainage structures. The current estimated Federal cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $1,100,000, exclusive of land and other work to be provided by local interests at an estimated cost of $128,400. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936, and modified by the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941. (See H. Doc. 182, 76th Cong., 1st sess., which contains the latest published map.) Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. In addition to the usual requirements for local cooperation as provided by law, local interests are required to give assurances satisfactory to the Secre- tary of the Army that they will insure against future encroachments upon the flood channels to be provided by the improvements, and .assume the cost of relocation of a sanitary sewer. The Superintendent of Public Works, State of New York, who is duly authorized to carry out the State's participation in the project, was requested to furnish assurances on March 6, 1945, and executed an agreement assuring State cooperation on March 12, 1945. The assurances were approved on April 23, 1945. 248 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Operations and results during fiscal year.-Under a continuing construction contract awarded in fiscal year 1950 for the entire project, construction work continued. During the fiscal year, 5,600 cubic yards of rock and 40,000 cubic yards of earth were excavated and 3,600 cubic yards of concrete and 2,000 cubic yards of levee embankment were placed. Channel excavation, concrete walls and earth levees were completed. The cost was $2,857.73 for preliminary engineering and $427,269.77 for construction, a total of $430,127.50 for new work. The total expenditures were $506,020.56. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Constructionwork under the exist- ing project was commenced on May 28, 1950, and completed on June 6, 1952. Final engineering reports remain to be done. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $1,023,074. 74 for new work. The total expenditures were $983,837.60. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $116,162.40, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_------------------------ $39, 237. 14 New work: Cost outstanding in connection with contract completed in prior fiscal year ; and final engineering reports and contingencies_ 76, 925. 26 .--....----------------------- Total for all work-- _ 116, 162. 40 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--------...... -------- $8,000.00 $350,000.00 $500,000.00 $206,000.00 $1,100, 000.00 Cost ----------.------------ 2, 065. 01 39, 942. 67 514, 939. 56 430, 127. 50 1, 023, 074. 74 Expenditures..------------------.... 1, 703. 19 36, 718.17 403, 395. 68 506,020.56 983, 837. 60 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952___-----------.--- $68, 877.12 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 ------------ 68, 877. 12 49. NORTH ADAMS, HOOSIC RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.-The Hoosic River rises in northwestern Massachusetts, flows generally north and northwest, crossing the southwest corner of Vermont to the vicinity of Eagle Bridge, N. Y., where it turns west and joins the Hudson River about 16 miles above Troy, N. Y. It is 66 miles long and has a drainage area of 713 square miles. North Adams, Mass., is situated on the Hoosic River about 14 miles below the source of the river. (See U. S. Geological Survey map covering Greylock, Mass.-Vt., quadrangle.) Existing project.-The project provides for local channel improve- ment which would extend through the entire city for a distance of 9,100 feet along the north branch, 8,100 feet along the south branch, and 12,100 feet along the main stream downstream from the junction and including Braytonville. On the north branch the improvements would consist of a debris basin above the Eclipse Dam; closure walls at the proposed new Hoosac Cotton Mill Dam and a rectangular paved FLOOD CONTRO---NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 249 concrete chute. On the south branch, the improvements would consist of a closure levee with a check dam and stilling basin; raising of the Boston & Albany Railroad track; a new trapezoidal earth channel with levee; an improved trapezoidal and rectangular earth channel with levee and walls; and a rectangular paved concrete chute. At the junction, the improvements would consist of a rectangular con- crete chute to a drop structure and stilling basin below Brown Street; closure levees; and rock-paved and improved earth channels. At Braytonville the improvements would consist of a rock-paved trape- zoidal channel; a levee; an improved trapezoidal channel with levee; and a new dam and stilling basin with closure levee. Other work appurtenant to the project would involve bridge reconstruction and approaches; street and utility relocations; interior drainage; and mis- cellaneous alteration, construction, and demolition works. The estimated Federal cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $14,276,000 exclusive of land and other work to be provided by local interests at an estimated cost of $1,906,000. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved June 22, 1936, and modified by the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941. (See H. Doc. 182, 76th Cong., 1st sess., which con- tains the latest published map.) Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. In addition to the usual requirements for local cooperation as provided by law, local interests are required to give assurances satisfactory to the Secre- tary of the Army that they will insure against future encroachments upon the flood channels to be provided by the improvements. General assurances of local cooperation in the entire project were executed by the Mayor of North Adams on December 15, 1949. The assurances were approved on March 3, 1950. In accordance with a law enacted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 1950, the State Department of Public Works on November 21, 1950, furnished general assurances of local cooperation on the part of the State in the project, with the exception of operation and maintenance of the project within the city of North Adams which remains a responsibility of the city under assurances previously furnished by the city of North Adams. Lands, easements, and rights-of-way for the first and second units of con- struction were acquired by local interests on March 9, 1950, and March 27, 1952, respectively. The sum of $54,000 was contributed by local interests on June 9, 1950, for local utility relocation accomplished un- der the initial Federal contract. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Under the existing con- tract for new work, the first unit of construction in the Junction Reach involving placing of channel riprap and concreting of the left half of the concrete chute and left bank walls above the drop structure was completed. Relocation of water lines and utilities for local intrests for the initial unit of construction were completed. During the fiscal year, 5,000 cubic yards of material were excavated, and 9,000 cubic yards of concrete and 17,000 cubic yards of fill were placed. Contract plans and specifications for the second unit of construc- tion in the Junction Reach were completed, and a contract was awarded for channel excavation, and construction of concrete chute, concrete walls and bridge abutments from Brown Street Bridge up- 250 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 stream to the junction of the North and South Branches. Work on the second unit of the project was initiated on June 17, 1952. The cost, exclusive of $11,978.31 contributed funds, was $13,853.29 for preliminary engineering, and $445,700.90 for construction, a total of $459,554.19 for new work. The total expenditures, exclusive of $11,639.69 contributed funds, were $498,167.37. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Contract plans and specifications, and model studies for the first and second units of construction have been completed. Construction work under the existing project was commenced on July 31, 1950, and is about 8 percent complete. Con- struction of the first unit in the Junction Reach for channel excavation, channel paving, construction of a drop structure and stilling basin, was completed on May 29, 1952. A contract for the second unit of the project, the remaining portion of the Junction Reach, was awarded and construction initiated on June 17, 1952. Preparation of plans and specifications, model studies, and the construction of protective works for the remainder of the project remain to be done. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, exclusive of $48,685.83 contributed funds, was $802,768.95 for new work. The total expendi- tures, exclusive of $48,685.83 contributed funds, were $772,960.53. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $410,039.47 plus unexpended contributed funds of $5,314.17, together with an additional contribution of $55,000 made by local interests for fiscal year 1953, a total of $470,353.64 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952-------- -------------------- $29, 808.42 New work : Complete during fiscal year 1953 the first unit of project under existing contract---- -------------------------------- 6, 086. 05 Complete during fiscal year 1953 the second unit of project under existing contract-------------------------- -------- 325, 245. 00 Complete during fiscal year 1953 relocation of utilities for local interests under existing contracts-------------------- 60, 314.17 Initiate preparation of plans and specifications and model studies for third unit of construction-------------------- ----- 48, 900. 00 Total for new work_----------------------------- 440, 545.22 Total for all work-----------------..----------------470, 353. 64 The additional sum of $900,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: New work: Complete the preparation of plans and specifications, and model studies for third unit of construction------. ..--------------- $120, 000 Initiation, under a continuing contract, of the third unit of con- struction for channel excavation and concrete chute upstream of second unit of construction for 600 feet on the South Branch; and for 5,575 feet on the North Branch. Amount to be expended during fiscal year------------------------------------ 780, 000 Total for all work---------------------------------------- 900, 000 FLOOD CONTROL---NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 251 Cost and financial summary U. S. FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated --......- $3,000.00 $350,000.00 $350,000. 00 $400,000.00 _-............ $1,183, 000. 00 Cost------------------ - 1, 585. 44 74, 415. 25 187, 214. 07 459, 554. 19 802, 768. 95 Expenditures.-.- 1, 495. 97 --...........- 66, 353. 45 126, 943. 74 498, 167. 37 772, 960. 53 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952- ------- __--------- $66, 904. 36 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 ---------- 66, 904. 36 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project---------___--- - - 13, 093, 000. 00 CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Contributed.... ..-- --------..........---- ------------ --------- $54, 000.00 ------------ $54, 000. 00 Cost--- _-_------36, 707.52 $11,978.31 48,685.83 Expenditures---........------------------------ ............ ---------- 37,046. 14 11, 639. 69 48, 685. 83 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------------------------ $2, 572. 42 Contributed for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953------------- 55,000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953----------- 57, 572. 42 50. ADAMS, HOOSIC RIVER BASIN, MASS. Location.-The Hoosic River rises in northwestern Massachusetts, flows generally north and northwest, crossing the southwest corner of Vermont to the vicinity of Eagle Bridge, N. Y., where it turns west and joins the Hudson River about 16 miles above Troy, N. Y. It is 66 miles long and has a drainage area of 713 square miles. Adams, Mass., is situated on the Hoosic River about 6 miles below the source of the river. (See U. S. Geological Survey map covering Greylock, Mass.-Vt., quadrangle.) Existing project.-This provides for channel improvements, for a distance of approximately 2.2 miles, with flood walls on both banks of the stream from high ground below Plunkett Dam to a proposed weir above Commercial Street; a concrete paved chute or flume from this weir to a proposed stilling basin above the mouth of the Tophet Brook and below Hoosac Street; an improved earth channel with flood walls, earth levees, a closure levee and structure and two check dams from the mouth of Tophet Brook to Lime Street; and a con- crete chute drop structure and stilling basin on Tophet Brook from Hoosac Street to junction with Hoosic River. Other work appurte- nant to the project involves alteration of existing raceways, bridge re- construction, street and utility relocations, and channel improvement of tributary brooks. 252 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The estimated Federal cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $5,054,- 000, exclusive of land and other work to be provided by local interests at an estimated cost of $590,000. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved August 18, 1941. (See H. Doc. 182, 76th Cong., 1st sess., which contains the latest published map.) Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. In addition to the usual requirements for local cooperation as provided by law, local interests are required to give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will insure against future encroach- ments upon the flood channels to be provided by the improvements. General assurances of local cooperation in the entire project were executed by the Board of Selectmen, town of Adams, on November 22, 1949. The assurances were approved on January 31, 1950. In ac- cordance with a law enacted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 1950, the State Department of Public Works on November 21, 1950 furnished general assurances of local cooperation on the part of the State in the project, with the exception of operation and maintenance of the project in the town of Adams which remains a responsibility of the town under assurances previously furnished by the town of Adams. Lands, easements, and rights-of-way for the first and sec- ond units of construction were acquired by local interests on March 29, 1950, and March 27, 1952, respectively. The sum of $11,200 was contributed by local interests on June 1, 1950, for local utility relo- cation and bridge abutments accomplished under the initial Federal contract. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Model studies for the first and second units of construction were completed. Under an existing contract for new work, construction of the first unit in the middle portion of the project was completed. The drop structure and stilling basin on the main stream, the chute above the drop structure, and the Tophet Brook stilling basin were completed. Utility relocations and bridge abutments for local interests for the initial unit of construction were completed. During the fiscal year 12,000 cubic yards of ma- terial were excavated, and 2,000 cubic yards of concrete and 5,000 cubic yards of fill were placed. Contract plans and specifications for the second unit of construction were completed, and a contract was awarded for channel excavation, channel paving and construction of concrete walls on Tophet Brook from Mill Street to Hoosac Street. Clearing and excavating under this contract have been initiated. The cost, exclusive of $10,366.38 contributed funds, was $14,446.51 for preliminary engineering and model studies, and $199,000.82 for construction, a total of $213,447.33 for new work. The total expenditures, exclusive of $10,662.42 con- tributed funds were $264,357.00. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Preliminaryplanning is complete. Model studies for the first and second units of construction are com- plete. Construction work under the existing project was commenced on June 23, 1950, and is about 17 percent complete. Construction of FLOOD CONTROL-NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 253 the first unit in the middle portion of the project was completed on April 3, 1952. Construction under the existing contract for the second unit of construction was initiated on June 3, 1952, and is 5 percent com- plete. Preparation of plans and specifications, model studies, and the construction of protective works for the remainder of the project re- main to be done. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, exclusive of $10,725.10 contributed funds, was $648,163.65 for new work. The total expenditures, exclusive of $11,019.41 contributed funds, were $636,219.81. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $207,780.19 plus contributed funds of $180.59 plus accounts receivable of $702.71, a total of $208,663.49, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 ------------------ ----------- $12, 352. 24 New work: Continuation of plans and specifications -_.......-.-.-.- 6, 928. 33 Completion of the second unit of project under existing contract_ 188, 908. 02 Completion of local utility relocation and bridge abutments ac- complished under the initial Federal contract with contributed funds ----------------------------------------------- 474. 90 Total for new work-.--. ------------------- __- 196, 311. 25 Total for all work--------------... --.---------- - 208, 663. 49 The additional sum of $400,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: New work: Preparation of plans and specifications for the third unit of con- struction and completion of model studies for entire project.... $64, 000 Initiation and completion under a new contract of the third unit of construction for channel excavation and paving, concrete walls, levee, and check dam for a distance of 1,000 feet from Murray Street to the vicinity of Cook Street Bridge---------- -- 336, 000 Total for all work ----------------------------------- 400, 000 Cost and financial summary U. S. FUNDS Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952__------ ---------- - $48, 068. 11 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 _____---- - 48, 068. 11 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_-__----_---__ __---- 4, 210, 000. 00 245554-53-vol. 1- 17 254 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary-Continued CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Contributed-- 200.00 ------------ $-----------------------------------11, $11, 200. 00 Cost ---------------- ------------------ ------------ 358.72 $10, 366.38 10,725.10 Expenditures---------......... ------ ------------ ------------ 356. 99 10, 662. 42 11,019. 41 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952---------------------------- $74. 34 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 ___------------------ 74. 34 51. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES FOR FLOOD CONTROL The cost of work during the fiscal year amounted to $64,725.21 for maintenance, including $61,807.34 for the New England-New York Inter-Agency Committee Resources Survey. The expenditures were $57,508.07, including $52,253.11 for the New England-New York Re- sources Survey. See page 12 for NENYIAC report. The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $26,032.08, including $26,031.18 for the New England-New York Resources Sur- vey, less accounts payable of $11,579.96, and together with an allot- ment for fiscal year 1953 of $110,000 for the New England-New York Resources Survey, a total of $124,452.12, will be applied as needed during fiscal year 1953 to payment of expenses incurred under this heading. The additional sum of $256,000, including $238,000 for the New England-New York Resources Survey can he profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary NENYIAC FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-----....---...-------.. --------------------- $40, 000.00 $57, 000. 00 $97, 000. 00 Cost -------- Expenditures......... ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ 20, 740. 54 61, 807.34 82, 547. 88 18, 715. 71 52, 253. 11 70, 968. 82 Preliminaryexaminations, surveys, and contingencies for flood control, excluding NENYIAC Resources Survey Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated......... $80, 000. 00 $65, 000. 00 $42, 000. 00 $22, 000. 0 ---------..... $523, 800. 00 Cost --- ------ Expenditures 539. 37 -------- 1 86,3,937.74 53, 508. 38 55, 388. 37 39, 402. 50 / 40, 680. 39 33, 640. 55 $2, 917. 87 33, 679. 81 /----'5, 254. 96 523, 800. 00 523, 799. 10 FLOOD CONTROL---NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 255 52. INSPECTION OF COMPLETED WORKS The amount of $400 was allotted to the New York district during fiscal year 1951 to defray the costs of inspections of local protection projects. The total costs incurred during fiscal year 1952 were $385.95 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $229.35. The total costs to the end of the fiscal year were $385.95 for mainte- nance. The total expenditures were $229.35. The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to. $170.65, plus the allotment of $400 made for fiscal year 1953, less ac- counts payable in the amount of $156.60, a total of $414.05, will be applied as needed during fiscal year 1953 to payment of expenses incurred under this heading. The additional sum of $400 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial sunmmary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated---------------------------- ------------ $400 ----- $400.00 Cost ..................---------------------------- ..------------.385. 95 385. 95 ------------ Expenditures........ ------------------------------------ 229. 35 229.35 53. INACTIVE FLOOD-CONTROL PROJECTS For last Cost and expenditures full report to June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project see Annual reamount Report required to Mainte- complete for- New work nance 1. Lamoille River, Vt. 1 _.............--- ----.... 1939 s$49, 837. 43 ..........------------ 4 $137, 000 2. 1937 Proctor, Otter Creek Basin, Vt ....-----....------------............ 107, 000 '--------------------- 3. Bennington, Hoosic River Basin, Vt--- ......---.. 1941 -----------. ---- ' 1, 298, 000 4. Waterford, Hudson and Mohawk Rivers, N. Y.5._ 1939 ------------------------ 1, 536, 000 5. Winooski River, Vt.-- ....------------------------..... . 1940 4,897,427.37------------ (5) 6. Waterbury Reservoir, Winooski River Basin, Vt__ 1951 9, 253.37 .......... 702, 800 7. Waterbury, Winooski River Basin, Vt.....-----------. 1951 -------- --------- I 3, 002, 000 8. Wrightsville Reservoir, Winooski River Basin, Vt ............------------------------------------ 1951 44, 640.00 .......... 2, 262, 400 9. East Barre Reservoir, Winooski River Basin, Vt . 1951 82, 900. 51 - - 3, 275,100 1 Unit of project completed. 9 Includes $23,507.43 emergency relief funds. a Completion not desired by local interests. 4 Revised in 1952. 5Awaiting local cooperation. 6 Completed. 54. SNAGGING AND CLEARING UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 2 OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED AUGUST 28, 1937, AS AMENDED The Flood Control Act approved August 28, 1937, as amended by the Flood Control Acts approved August 11, 1939, August 18, 1941, and July 24, 1946, authorized the allotment of not to exceed $1,000,000 from the flood-control appropriations for any one fiscal year for the 256 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 removal of accumulated snags and other debris from, and the clearing and straightening of channels in navigable streams and tributaries thereof when such work in advisable in the interests of flood control; provided that not more than $50,000 shall be allotted for this purpose for any single tributary from the appropriations for any one fiscal year. During the fiscal year ending June 30, 1952, the following work was performed: The contract awarded in fiscal year 1950 for snagging and clearing of Roaring Branch, Bennington, Vt., was completed at a cost of $42,212.74; and a contract for snagging and clearing of Esopus Creek in the vicinity of Mt. Pleasant, N. Y., was awarded, and construction work was completed at a cost of $38,372.18. The total costs incurred during the fiscal year amounted to $80,- 584.92, all for new work; the expenditures were $75,787.82. The total costs to the end of the fiscal-year were $195,044.03. The total expenditures were $190,157.75. The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year amounting to $19,332.16 plus accounts receivable in the amount of $82.59, a total of $19,414.75 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952----------------------------- $4, 968. 87 New work: Clearing and snagging operations by contract: Roaring Branch, Bennington, Vt--2,------------------------2,818. 06 Esopus Creek, Mt. Pleasant, N. Y------------------------- 11,627.82 Total for clearing and snagging operations..--------------- 14,445. 88 Total for all work---------------------------------- 19, 414. 75 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated- .....------------. $59,800.00 $89, 000.00 -$5, 676. 52 $41, 366. 43 $209, 489.91 Cost-- -------------- $35. 55 2, 083. 61 69, 270. 66 39,821.37 80,584. 92 195, 044. 03 Expenditures .....------... -- 35. 55 1, 891.38 64, 867. 81 44, 327. 27 75, 787. 82 190, 157. 75 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 ---------------------- $11,905. 71 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------- 11, 905. 71 FLOOD CONTROL--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 257 55. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood-control acts and com- mittee resolutions Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to Congress No mendation Big Chazy River, Champlain, N. Y_ House Public Works Com- .......................... mittee resolution, July 6, 1949. Champlain, N. Y., Big Chazy ..... do------ --..... ---- ........................... River, N. Y. Esopus Creek and tributaries, New Senate Public Works Com- .............----------------------- York. mittee resolution, Feb. 15,1951. Hackensack River and tributaries, Flood Control Act, July ..............--............ New Jersey and New York. 24, 1946. Hudson River tributaries in Rens- Senate Public Works Com- ...-...--.--. ............. selaer County, N. Y. mittee resolution, July 29, 1949. Hudson River tributaries in Rens- House Public Works Comrn-............-----------------...--...........-- selaer County, N. Y. mittee resolution, Sept. 29, 1949. Mohawk River, N. Y_.--..-..... Flood Control Act, Aug. -----------...------........ 11, 1939. Passaic River, N. J..----------.- Flood Control Act, June ...........-------------....------ 22, 1936. Passaic River, N. J_....--.--... Flood Control Act, May ---------------------..... 6, 1936. Rahway River and tributaries, N. J. Flood Control Act, June ----- --- ............ 30, 1948. Rensselaer County tributaries, Hud- Senate Public Works Comrn- ---................---------------------- son River, N. Y. mittee resolution July 29, 1949. Rensselaer County tributaries, Hud- House Public Works Comrn-.------.......................... son River, N. Y. mittee resolution, Sept. 29, 1949. Winooski River and tributaries, Flood Control Committee ............ Vermont. resolution, June 20, 1940. 56. EMERGENCY BANK PROTECTION WORK UNDER AUTHORITY OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED DECEMBER 22, 1944, AS AMENDED The Flood Control Act approved December 22, 1944, as amended by the Flood Control Act approved July 24, 1946, authorizes the allotment from flood-control appropriations of not to exceed $1,000,000 per year for construction of emergency bank-protection works to prevent flood damage to highways, bridge approaches and public works, when in the opinion of the Chief of Engineers such work is advisable: Provided, That not more than $50,000 shall be allotted for this purpose at any single locality from appropriations for any one fiscal year. Pursuant to this act, the amount of $50,000 was allotted to the New York District for emergency bank protection work on the Ramapo River at Suffern, N. Y. Contract plans and specifications were com- pleted and a contract was awarded on May 16, 1950. Work was commenced on July 13, 1950, and was completed on October 30, 1950. The total costs during the fiscal year were $280.27 for new work. The total expenditures were $293.01. The total costs and expenditures of the Suffern project to June 30, 1952 were $25,642.65 for new work. The total costs and expenditures for all emergency bank protection work to June 30, 1952, were $38,336.73 for new work. 258 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $24,357.35, will be applied as follows: New work: Complete emergency bank protection work on Ramapo River at Suffern, N. Y. under contract----------------------- $24, 357. 35 Total for all work-- -------------------------- $24, 357. 35 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated. _ .. __..------------_ $18, 000. 00 $50, 000. 00 -$5, 305. 92 ...------------ $62, 694.08 Cost------ -----.. ----.-. ----- 1, 558. 83 13, 821. 50 22, 676. 13 $280. 27 38, 336. 73 - Expenditures......... .......... -1,087. 05 14, 250. 51 22, 706. 16 293. 01 38, 336. 73 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952--------------- -------- $24,357. 35 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------ 24, 357. 35 57. EMERGENCY FLOOD CONTROL WORK UNDER AUTHORITY OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED AUGUST 18, 1941, AS AMENDED, AND THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED JUNE 30, 1948. Section 5 of the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941, as amended by section 12 of the Flood Control Act of 1946, by section 206 of the Flood Control Act of 1948 and by section 210 of the Flood Control Act of 1950, authorizes an emergency fund in the amount of $15,000,000 to be expended in rescue work or in the repair, restoration or maintenance of any flood control work threat- ened or destroyed by flood, including the strengthening, raising, extending or other modification thereof as may be necessary in the discretion of the Chief of Engineers for the adequate functioning of the work for flood control. Section 208 of the Flood Control Act approved June 30, 1948, au- thorizes the sum of $25,000,000 as an emergency fund to be expended under the direction of the Secretary of the Army and the supervision of the Chief of Engineers for the repair, restoration, and strengthen- ing of levees and other flood-control works which have been threatened or destroyed by recent floods, or which may be threatened or destroyed by later floods, including the raising, extending, or other modifica- tion of such works as may be necessary in the discretion of the Chief of Engineers for the adequate functioning of the works for flood control. Pursuant to the Flood Control Act of 1941, as amended, the amount of $77,100 was allotted to the New York District for emergency repairs of a concrete flood wall on Roaring Branch, Bennington, Vt. An additional amount of $165,000 was allotted for this work pursuant to section 208 of the Flood Control Act of 1948. The project is divided in two parts. The first part provides for reconstruction of a 125-foot section of flood wall on the left bank upstream of Brook- lyn Bridge and the second part provides for repair and reconstruc- tion of a 600-foot section of the flood wall downstream of Brooklyn Bridge. Construction of the first and second parts were completed on December 31, 1949, and April 24, 1952, respectively. The total FLOOD CONTROL--NEW YORK, N. Y., DISTRICT 259 costs incurred during the fiscal year were $131,044.56 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $130,341.47. The total costs to the end of the fiscal year were $192,992.40 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $192,168.85. Pursuant to section 208 of the Flood Control Act of 1948, the amount of $55,400 was allotted to the New York District for emergency repair of 650 feet of concrete flood wall and dike on the left bank of Hoosic River at North Adams, Mass., between Brown Street and the junction of the North and South Branches. A contract was nego- tiated as a modification of the existing contract for the flood-control project at North Adams, Mass. Construction work on the emergency repair was commenced on February 6,1951, and completed on April 25, 1951. The total costs incurred during the fiscal year were $40,762.07 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $40,793.84. The total costs and expenditures to the end of the fiscal year were $41,561.54 for maintenance. Pursuant to section 208 of the Flood Control Act of 1948, the amount of $4,600 was allotted to the New York District for emergency repair work involving construction of a riprapped spoil-bank on Esopus Creek in the vicinity of Mount Pleasant, N. Y. A contract was negotiated as a modification of the existing contract for the snagging and clearing project at Mount Pleasant. Work was completed on June 10, 1952. The total costs incurred during the fiscal year were $209.87 for maintenance. There were no expenditures. The total costs to the end of the fiscal year were $209.87 for main- tenance. There were no expenditures. The total costs to the end of the fiscal year for all emergency flood- control work were $234,763.81 for maintenance. The total expendi- tures were $233,730.39. The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, amounting to $68,369.61, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable : Roaring Branch, Bennington, Vt------------- $823. 55 Esopus Creek, Mount Pleasant, N. Y 209. 87 Total accounts payable__----------------- $1,033. 42 Completion of emergency work: Roaring Branch, Bennington, Vt---------------- $49, 107. 60 North Adams, Mass 13,838. 46 Esopus Creek, Mount Pleasant, N. Y -------------- 4, 390. 13 Total emergency work_ .____-------._.----_ 67, 336. 19 Total for all work---------------------- -------- 68, 369. 61 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated---------......... -------- $77,100. 00- _-, , . $225, 000. 00 ------------ $302, 100. 00 Cost--------------.......--------- -- 3, 180. 82 $33, 201. 53 26, 364.96 $172,016. 50 234, 763. 81 ------------------ Expenditures........ 3, 006. 68 32, 963. 25 26, 625. 15 171, 135. 31 233, 730. 39 260 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 58. FLOOD PROTECTION WORK UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 205 OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED JUNE 30,1948, AS AMENDED Section 205 of the Flood Control Act approved June 30, 1948, as amended by section 212 of the Flood Control Act approved May 17, 1950, authorizes the allotment from flood-control appropriations of not to exceed $3,000,000 for any one fiscal year for the construction of small flood-control projects not specifically authorized by Congress, and not within areas intended to be protected by projects so author- ized, which come within the provisions of section 1 of the Flood Con- trol Act of June 22, 1936, when in the opinion of the Chief of Engineers such work is advisable: Provided, That not more than $150,000 shall be allotted for this purpose at any single locality from the appropriations for any one fiscal year: Providedfurther, That the provisions of local cooperation specified in section 3 of the Flood Control Act of June 22, 1936, as amended, shall apply: And provided further, That the work shall be complete in itself and not commit the United States to any additional improvement to insure its success- ful operation, except as may result from the normal procedure apply- ing to projects authorized after submission of preliminary examination and survey reports. Pursuant to this act, the amount of $95,000 was allotted in fiscal year 1950 to the New York District for construction of a small flood- control project on Wappinger Creek in the vicinity of the village of Pleasant Valley, N. Y. Detailed plans providing for reconstruction of an existing rubble flood wall by a reinforced concrete wall 225 feet in length and closure levee on the right bank of the creek at the upper end of the village were completed on March 21, 1950. Modification of the project, to provide for lowering of an existing mill dam down- stream of the proposed wall reconstruction was discussed with the New York State Flood Control Commission and local officials. The New York State Flood Control Commission on October 29, 1951, advised that local residents oppose lowering the dam and requested that the project be deactivated. Accordingly, the unobligated bal- ance in the amount of $91,924.95 was revoked on February 15, 1952. There were no costs and expenditures incurred during the fiscal year. The total costs and expenditures to June 30, 1952, were $3,075.05 for new work. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated------......-----------------------............ Cost--------------------------------------------............ $95, 000 -.. -- $91,924.95 $3, 075.05 $3,075.05------------ ........... 3,075. 05 Expenditures-------------------------------......... ------- 3, 075. 05 ------------ 3, 075. 05 IMPROVEMENTS OF RIVERS AND HARBORS IN THE PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT This district comprises a portion of southeastern New York., eastern Pennsylvania, western and southern New Jersey, northern and south- eastern Delaware, and a small part of northeastern Maryland em- braced in the drainage basin of the Delaware Bay and River system and those basins tributary to the Atlantic Ocean from Manasquan River, N. J., inclusive, to the south boundary of Delaware. It also includes the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal and the approach chan- nel thereto in Chesapeake Bay and Elk River, Md. District engineer: Col. R. E. Cruse, Corps of Engineers, to March 18, 1952; Col. Walter Krueger, Jr., Corps of Engineers, since that date. Division engineer of the North Atlantic Division, New York, N. Y., comprising the New York, N. Y., Philadelphia, Pa., Baltimore, Md., Washington, D. C., and Norfolk, Va., districts: Col. F. F. Frech, Corps of Engineers, to March 15, 1952; Col. B. B. Talley, Corps of Engineers, since that date. IMPROVEMENTS Navigation Navigation-Continued Page Page 1. Delaware River between 19. Plant allotment- 300 Philadelphia, Pa., and 20. Hopper dredge replacement_ 300 Trenton, N. J____ 262 21. Inactive navigation projects_ 301 2. Delaware River, Pa., N. J., 22. Miscellaneous activities_... 302 and Del., Philadelphia, Pa., to the sea_- 265 Flood control 3. Delaware River at Camden, N. J- 269 23. Dyberry Reservoir, Dyberry 4. Schuylkill River above Fair- Creek, Pa________---- 302 mount Dam, Pa_ 271 24. Prompton Reservoir, Lacka- 5. Schuylkill River, Pa_ ..... 272 waxen River, Pa------- 304 6. Wilmington Harbor, Del 7. Inland Waterway from Del- --- 275 25. Bear Creek Reservoir, Le- high River, Pa ----- 305 aware River to Chesapeake 26. Allentown, Lehigh River, Bay, Del. and Md ...... 278 Pa -___ - 306 8. Murderkill River, Del ..... 282 27. Preliminary examinations, 9. Inland Waterway between surveys, and contingencies Rehoboth Bay and Dela- for flood control------- 307 ware Bay, Del________ 283 28. Inspection of completed Fed- 10. Harbor of Refuge, Delaware Bay, Del- eral projects. ._____ 307 285 11. Indian River Inlet and Bay, 29. Inactive flood-control proj- Del----_- _ - 286 ects----------------- 308 12. Cohansey River, N. J ..... 288 30. Miscellaneous activities .... 308 13. Cold Spring Inlet, N. J .... 289 31. Snagging and clearing Sec- 14. Absecon Inlet, N. J_..... 291 tion 2 of the Flood Control 15. Tuckerton Creek, N. J .... 293 Act approved August 28, 16. Manasquan River, N. J -- 294 1937, as amended __----- 308 17. New Jersey Intracoastal 32. Small flood control projects, Waterway_ 296 Section 205, Flood Control 18. Examinations, surveys, and Act approved June 30, contingencies (general) -__ 299 1948, as amended _------ 309 261 262 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 1. DELAWARE RIVER BETWEEN PHILADELPHIA, PA., AND TRENTON, N. J. Location.-This river has its source in southeastern New York, flows in a general southerly direction 367 miles, forming the bound- ary line between the States of New York and New Jersey on the east and Pennsylvania and Delaware on the west, and empties into Delaware Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 1218, 280, 294, 295, and 296.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of June 10, 1872; March 3, 1875; June 14, 1880; July 5, 1884; August 18, 1894; March 2, 1907; June 25, 1910; July 25, 1912; June 5, 1920; and March 3, 1925. For further details see page 1778 of the annual report for 1915; page 311 of the annual report for 1924; page 220 of the annual report for 1934; and page 296, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 28 feet deep and 300 feet wide from Allegheny Avenue, Philadelphia, to the Penn- sylvania Railroad bridge at Delair; thence 25 feet deep and 300 feet wide to the upper end of the municipal marine terminal at Trenton, including a turning basin 500 feet wide and 1,700 feet long at the terminal, widening the 25-foot channel at bends above Delair, and the maintenance of a channel 12 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the upper end of the 25-foot channel to the Pennsyl- vania Railroad bridge at Trenton, dredged under a previous project. The project also provides for an auxiliary channel 20 feet deep and 200 feet wide east of Burlington Island extending easterly from the main channel to the upper end of the United States Pipe & Foundry Co.'s property at East Burlington, with a turning basin 450 feet wide at the upper end, an anchorage 22 feet deep, 100 feet wide, and 400 feet long along its west or landward side and 800 feet long along the west side of the ship channel, opposite the mouth of Biles Creek, Pa., and for the initial excavation only, of a cross channel 8 feet deep and 200 feet wide through the artificial island opposite Delanco, N. J. The total length of the section included in the project is about 301/ miles, excluding the auxiliary channel east of Burlington Island which is 1.4 miles long, and the cross channel opposite Delanco. The lower end is about 55 miles above the mouth of the river at Liston Point and about 105 miles above the harbor of refuge at the mouth of Delaware Bay. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water. The mean tidal range at Trenton is 6.7 feet, an increase of 1.3 feet since the completion of the 25-foot channel. Freshets, which occur usually during February and March, attain a height of 9 to 20 feet above mean low water in the vicinity of Trenton. Navigation is occasionally suspended during a portion of the winter months on account of ice. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $5,244,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects and $15,000 contributed funds. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $232,000. RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 263 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 3, 1930 A channel 28 feet deep, 300 feet wide between Alle- Rivers and Harbors Committee gheny Ave., Philadelphia, Pa., and Delair bridge. Doc. 3, 71st Cong., 1st sess. Aug. 30, 1935 3 Deepening the channel to 25 feet from Delair bridge Rivers and Harbors Committee to Trenton, N. J. and for maintenance of the 12- Doc. 11, 73d Cong., 1st sess. foot channel from the upper end of the 25-foot proj- ect to Pennsylvania R. R. bridge at Ferry St., Trenton. Do----.... Auxiliary channel, 20 feet deep, east of Burlington Rivers and Harbors Committee Island. Doec. 66, 74th Cong., 1st sess.' Aug. 26,1937 A cross channel 8 feet deep, opposite Delanco, N. J___ Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 90, 74th Cong., 2d sess. July 24,1946 Anchorage at mouth of Biles Creek- -- -...-- H. Doc. 679, 79th Cong., 2d sess. I Contains latest published maps. s Also Public Works Administration, Sept. 6, 1933, and Emergency Relief Administration, May 28, 1935. Local cooperation.--Fully complied with except that local interests are required to furnish suitable areas for disposal of dredged material during maintenance as and when needed. Terminal facilities.-There are 21 piers, wharves, and docks within the improvement, exclusive of those within limits of city of Phila- delphia. The facilities are considered adequate for existing com- merce. (For further details see Port Series No. 9-Revised 1947- Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance, hired labor: Dredging the east side of Frankford Range below Tacony- Palmyra Bridge to project depth of 25 feet by United States hopper dredge New Orleans was in progress from December 26 to 28, 1951. There were removed 23,619 cubic yards, place measurement, of material at a cost of $6,674.52. Other costs were: Surveys and channel ex- aminations, $454.30; installation and operation of tide gage stations, $4,673.67; and preparation of plans and specifications for dredging from Allegheny Avenue to Newbold Island to project dimensions, $821.54; a total of $5,949.51. The unamortized portion of the cost of disposal areas was transferred to the project account during the fiscal year. Deferred charges "undistributed" amounting to $141,- 218.54 were incurred. The cost for all work was $12,624.03 for -maintenance. The ex- penditures were $153,740.73. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 99 percent complete. The channel between Philadelphia and Trenton, including the channel east of Burlington Island, was completed in 1937 and the cross channel opposite Delanco in 1939. The work re- maining to be done is the dredging of the anchorage at the mouth of Biles Creek. 264 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The latest examinations show minimum depths, at mean low water as follows: Minimum depth Project Mid- Date Section depth Left out- channel Right (feet) side quar- for half outside ter (feet) project quarter ter(feet) width (feet) (feet) February 1951... Allegheny Ave. to Delair Bridge.... 28 27. 8 26. 0 24. 7 April 1951-....... Delair Bridge to Trenton marine 25 10. 1 16. 0 13. 8 terminal. April 1951-....... Trenton marine terminal to Pennsyl- 12 8.0 9. 7 3. 2 vania Railroad bridge. April 1951....... Channel east of Burlington Island_.. 20 8. 0 16. 7 6. 5 The total costs and expenditures under the existing project were as follows: Public works Emergency Regular funds Total funds relief funds Costs: New work--------------...................... $2, 189, 955. 51 $2, 636, 456. 26 $363,405. 46 $5, 189, 817. 23 ---------------------------------.---------------- Maintenance.... 1, 053, 710. 61 1, 053, 710. 61 Total.------- ----------------- 2, 189, 955. 51 2, 636, 456. 26 1, 417, 116. 07 6, 243, 527. 84 Expenditures----------------------........................... 2,189, 955. 51 2, 636, 456. 26 1, 557, 994. 61 6, 384, 406. 38 In addition $15,000 contributed funds were expended for new work. Deferred charges, undistributed, for the amortization of the costs of disposal areas, amount to $141,218.54. Proposed operations.-Itis proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $471.09 together with an allotment of $717,000 made in fiscal year 1953, as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952- ------- - - __- -- _____-$340. 00 Maintenance contract: Dredging to project depth in the channel from Allegheny Avenue to Newbold Island, August to November 1952 ------------------------------------------------------- 707, 500. 00 Maintenance, hired labor: Condition surveys_-------------_------ ------- ___ 6, 041.09 Miscellaneous inspections and reports-----------............ 3, 590. 00 Total maintenance.....................-- ...... - 717, 131.09 Total for all work_---------- -------------_ ___-_-_ 717, 471. 09 The additional sum of $10,600 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 in making condition surveys and miscellaneous inspec- tions and reports. The completion of the project is not required by existing commerce. RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 265 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years. 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated...............---------.....------------............ ------------ ...........------------ ............------------............ $7, 678, 990.68 Cost..................------------- ----------------------------- --------- ----------- 1 7, 678, 990. 68 Expenditures---- .................--------..........----------- --------- ------------ ------------ 7, 678, 990. 68 Maintenance: Appropriated.......-----.....---.....--------.... $5, 000. 00 $145,000. 00 -$25,000.00 $149, 318. 54 1, 747, 780. 70 Cost-----------------................ $495. 46 4, 223. 98 36, 317. 44 80, 226. 22 12, 624. 03 1, 606, 431. 07 Expenditures....-------.... 461.60. 2, 715. 90 19, 242. 59 98, 572. 49 153, 740. 73 1, 747, 309. 61 1 In addition, $15,000.00 contributed funds were expended for new work. Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project_-- -----_ - $55, 00 -_-_-____ 2. DELAWARE RIVER, PA., N. J. AND DEL., PHILADELPHIA, PA., TO THE SEA Location.-See page 270, also United States Coast and Geodetic Sur- vey Charts Nos. 1218, 294, 295, and 280. Previous projects.--Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of July 4, 1836; March 3, 1873; March 3, 1875; June 18, 1878; March 3, 1879; July 5, 1884; August 11, 1888; and March 3, 1899. For further details, see page 1779 of annual report for 1915 and page 299, Annual Report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 37 feet deep from Allegheny Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa., to the Philadelphia Navy Yard, thence 40 feet to deep water in Delaware Bay, 800 feet wide in the straight reaches from Allegheny Avenue to a point in Delaware Bay near Ship John Light, thence 1,000 feet wide to deep water in Delaware Bay, with 1,200 feet width at Bulkhead bar and 1,000 feet width at other bends and in Philadelphia Harbor; for an anchorage at Port Richmond 37 feet deep and about 6,400 feet long; for an anchorage at Gloucester 30 feet deep and about 3,500 feet long; for an anchorage in the vicinity of Mantua Creek 37 feet deep, 1,400 feet wide and having a mean length of 11,600 feet; and for an anchorage at Marcus Hook 37 feet deep, 1,400 feet wide and having a mean length of 10,500 feet. It also provides for the construction of dikes and training works for the regulation and control of the tidal flow; for straightening the channel and extending the 1,000-foot width from Philadelphia Harbor to Horseshoe Bend; and for the maintenance of an area on the north side of the channel opposite the Philadelphia Navy Yard between Shipway 3 and Schuylkill River to a depth of 40 feet and a width of 150 feet on Mifflin Range and 200 feet on West Horseshoe Range, and of any areas dredged by local interests to a depth of 35 feet between the channel and a line 100 feet channelward of the pierhead line between Point House wharf and the Philadelphia Navy Yard, when in the opinion of the Chief of Engineers such areas are so located as to be of benefit to general navigation. The total length of the section included in the project is about 96.5 miles. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water. The mean tidal range at various points on the river and bay is as. 266 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 follows: Philadelphia, Pa., 6.0 feet; Chester, Pa., 5.7 feet; New Castle, Del., 5.5 feet; Liston Point, Del., 5.8 feet; and Lewes, Del., 4.1 feet. Under the influence of heavy and long-continued winds the extreme tidal range is about 14 feet. The normal maximum velocity of tidal current in the dredged channel varies between 2 and 31/2 miles per hour. Storm tides may increase the maximum to as much as 4 miles per hour. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $33,771,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $6,165,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and har- bor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 25, 1910 Channel 35 feet deep from Allegheny Ave., Phila- H. Doec. 733, 61st Cong., 2d sess. delphia, Pa., to Delaware Bay. 1 July 3, 1930 Anchorages 35 feet deep at Port Richmond and Man- H. Doc. 304, 71st Cong., 2d sess. tua Creek, a 30-foot anchorage at Gloucester, N. J., and extending the 1,000-foot channel width in Phil- adelphia Harbor to Horseshoe Bend. Aug. 30, 19352 An anchorage 35 feet deep at Marcus Hook, Pa.... Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 5, 73d Cong., 1st sess. June 20,1938 A channel 37 feet deep from Philadelphia-Camden S. Doc. 159, 75th Cong., 3d sess.' Bridge to the navy yard, thence 40 feet deep to deep water in Delaware Bay. Mar. 2,1945 A 37-foot depth in channel from Allegheny Ave., H. Doc. 580, 76th Cong., 3d sess.' Philadelphia, Pa. to Philadelphia-Camden Bridge and in the anchorage at Port Richmond. Do-....... A 37-foot depth in and enlargement of anchorages near H. Doc. 340, 77th Cong., 1st sess. Mantua Creek and Marcus Hook. Do-...... Maintenance of enlarged channel opposite Philadel- Specified in act. phia Navy Yard. 1Contains latest published maps. 2 Also Public Works Administration, Sept. 6, 1933. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of June 20, 1938, imposes the condition that the cities of Philadelphia and Camden shall agree to dredge not less than 110,000 cubic yards annually in maintaining the channel and anchorages in Philadelphia Harbor between Allegheny Avenue and the mouth of Schuylkill River. This condition will become effective after completion of initial dredging of the 40- and 37-foot channels below the Philadelphia-Camden Bridge. Terminal facilities.-There are 243 wharves on the river between Allegheny Avenue, Philadelphia, and the sea, 188 located on the water- front of Philadelphia, Camden, and Gloucester and 55 below Phila- delphia. Eight are owned by the United States, 5 by the States of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, 28 by municipalities, 77 by railroad companies, and 125 by private interests. The public and railroad piers are open to public use, some free and others on payment of charges. Most of the piers which are equipped to handle general cargo have direct rail connections with three railroad systems oper- ating in the area. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For further details see Port Series Nos. 7 and 9-Re- vised 1947-Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance, contract: A refund of $2,360.04 was received for the return of United States RIVERS AND HARBORS-PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 267 Coast Guard buoys that were used on the removal of rock on Chester Range contract completed the previous fiscal year. A contract for the dredging of Marcus Hook anchorage awarded the previous fiscal year was in progress from July 6 to December 7, 1951. There were removed 2,395,044 cubic yards, place measurement, of material. The costs were $959,074.54. Maintenance, hired labor: Dredging in the 40-foot channel was in progress throughout the year. A total of 8,689,518 cubic yards, place measurement, of material was removed by the United States hopper dredges Chester Harding, New Orleans and Rossell, of which 6,825,003 cubic yards were rehandled by the United States pipeline dredges Gillespie and Gulfport, and 1,864,515 cubic yards were deposited outside the channel limits. The costs were $2,315,612.44. Other costs were: Surveys and channel examinations, $124,425.37, charging off remaining cost of abandoned disposal areas, $504,672.72; model studies of shoaling in Delaware River by United States Water- ways Experiment Station, Vicksburg, Miss., $52,010.03; operation of Sedimentation Station at Morrisville, Pa., in cooperation with United States Geological Survey, $1,881.00; and preparation of plans for repairs to Pea Patch Island dike, $331.81, a total of $683,320.93. The amount of $14,008.62 was received during the fiscal year in settlement of the Government's claim against the Red Star Towing & Transportation Co., for damages, caused by the barge Hygrade No. 4 in tow of the tug Newport, to Pea Patch dike on January 19, 1951. The unamortized portion of the cost of disposal areas and mainte- nance costs were transferred to the project account. Deferred charges, undistributed, amounting to $864,746.30 for cost of the disposal areas and $87,886.57 for maintenance, a total of $952,632.87, were incurred. With costs of $3,958,007.91 for maintenance and credits of $16,368.66 the cost of all work was $3,941,639.25 for maintenance. The expendi- tures were $4,976,679.87. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 82 percent complete. The 40-foot channel from Philadelphia Navy Yard to the sea was completed in 1942. The enlarging and deepen- ing of Marcus Hook anchorage was completed in 1947. The work remaining to be done is the completion of the deepening and enlarg- ing of Mantua Creek anchorage and the deepening of the channel from Allegheny Avenue to the Philadelphia Navy Yard, including Port Richmond anchorage, from 35 feet to 37 feet. The latest examinations show minimum depths, at mean low water, available to navigation as follows: Minimum depth Project Date Section depth Left out- Left in- Right in- Right out- side quar- side quar- side quar- side quar- ter (feet) ter (feet) ter (feet) ter (feet) April 1952_ Allegheny Ave., to Philadel- 37 27. 7 26. 3 28. 0 27. 1 phia-Camden Bridge. May 1952_ Philadelphia-Camden Bridge 37 18. 0 35. 2 34. 0 24. 0 to navy yard. April 1952- Navy yard to the sea ......... 40 29. 2 35. 5 35. 9 32. 0 268 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The costs and expenditures under the existing project were as follows: Public fundworkss Regular funds Total Costs: New work__-------- --------------------------- $813, 045. 79 $27, 647, 562. 64 $28, 460, 608. 43 Maintenance---- --------------------------------------- 64, 248, 975. 74 64, 248, 975. 74 Total--------------------------------------813, 045. 79 91, 896, 538. 38 92, 709.584.17 Expenditures ----------------------------------- 813, 045. 79 92, 839, 842. 30 93, 652, 888.09 Deferred charges, undistributed, for the amortization of the costs of disposal areas amount to $952,632.87. Proposed operations.--Itis proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $14,906.38 together with an allotment of $1,660,000 made in fiscal year 1953, as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952_ _____ _ $9, 328. 95 Maintenance, hired labor : Dredging to maintain project depth in the channel between navy yard and Delaware Bay and 35 feet between navy yard and Allegheny Avenue with United States hopper dredges and rehandling with United States pipeline dredges during the year . ....... 1, 427, 907. 43 Condition surveys- 108, 940. 00 Maintenance of disposal areas ............... 85, 000. 00 Continue model studies of shoaling in Delaware River by United States Experiment Station, Vicksburg, Miss ..... 25, 000. 00 Operation of sedimentation station at Morrisville, Pa., in cooperation with United States Geological Survey ....... 2, 300. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports .................... 16, 430. 00 Total maintenance -------------------------------- 1, 665, 577.43 Total for all work ------------------------------- 1,674,906.38 The additional sum of $2,172,100 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during the fiscal year 1954: Maintenance, contract: Repairs to Pea Patch dike. ....-----------... $15, 000 Maintenance, hired labor : Dredging to maintain project depth in the channel between navy yard and Delaware Bay and 35 feet between navy yard and Allegheny Avenue with United States hopper dredges and United States pipeline dredges, as required--------------- 2,000,000 Condition surveys -------------------------------------- 135, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports------------------------ 22,100 Total --------------------------------------------- 2, 172, 100 RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 269 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated......... $600, 000. 00 $298, 258. 17------- -------.------------ $41,436, 666. 04 Cost_. ------------- 82, 545. 65 885, 332. 41------- ------------ ------------........... 41, 436, 666. 04 Expenditures--........ 14, 624. 59 953, 253. 47------------ .... -------------- 41, 436, 666.04 Maintenance: Appropriated......... 2, 035, 500. 00 2, 559, 421.33 $3,705,410.66 $4,133,849.24 $3,905,448.67 66, 232, 595. 06 Cost_...... ..-- . 1,888, 711,81 2, 732,366. 66 3,679,898.45 3,178,963.69 3,941,639.25 65, 274, 384. 76 Expenditures......... 1, 862, 904. 95 2, 683, 053. 06 3,688,409.811 3,132,453.94 4,976,679.87 66, 217, 688. 68 Other new work data : Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project__------------------ $5, 310, 000 3. DELAWARE RIVER AT CAMDEN, N. J. Location.-Camden, N. J., is located on the east bank of the Dela- ware River, directly opposite the city of Philadelphia, Pa. It is about 51 miles above the mouth of the river and about 101 miles above the harbor of refuge at the mouth of Delaware Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 295 and 280.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of June 25, 1910. No work was done on this project. For further details, see page 321, annual report for 1932. Existing project.-This provides for dredging in front of Camden to a depth of 18 feet from that depth north of Cooper Point to Berkley Street and 30 feet from the latter point to Newton Creek, with the depth increased to 37 feet in front of the Camden marine terminals, these depths extending from the ship channel in Dela- ware River to a line parallel with and 50 feet distant from the estab- lished pierhead line, and the 37-foot depth in front of the Camden marine terminals extending about 2,900 feet along the inshore side and about 5,100 feet along the ship channel. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water. The distance from Cooper Point to Berkley Street is about 1.5 miles, and from Berkley Street to Newton Creek is about 2.5 miles. The lower end of the project is about 49 miles above the mouth of the river at Liston Point and about 99 miles above the harbor of refuge at the mouth of Delaware Bay. The mean tidal range is 6.0 feet and the extreme tidal range under the influence of prolonged heavy winds is about 14 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $1,099,000, exclusive of $15,000 contributed funds. The latest (1950) estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $60,000. 245554-53-vol. 1 18 270 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents1 Mar. 2,1919 A depth of 30 feet from Newton Creek to Kaighn H. Doc. 1120, 63d Cong., 2d sess. Point, thence 18 feet to Cooper Point. July 3,1930 Extending the 30-foot depth upstream to Berkley H. Doc. 111, 70th Cong., 1st sess. St. terminal. Mar. 2,1945 A depth of 37 feet in front of the Camden marine H. Doc. 353, 77th Cong., 1st sess. terminals. 1 Contain latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terrminal facilities.-There are 60 piers, wharves, and docks along the Delaware River waterfront at Camden, including 3 oil terminals on Pettys Island. Two are modern terminals designed for overseas and domestic general cargo, and are open to all carriers on equal terms. They are the Beckett Street terminal, owned by the South Jersey port district, and the Spruce Street municipal pier, owned by the city of Camden. The piers have direct railroad connections. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For further details see Port Series No. 7-Revised 1947-Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Surveys and channel examinations were made at a cost of $738.60 for maintenance. The expenditures were $738.43. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 55 percent complete. The work remaining to be done is the deepening of the area in front of the Camden marine terminal from 30 feet to 37 feet. The latest examination (May 1952) indicates that project depths are well maintained in the completed portion of the project except near Cooper Point at the northerly end, and that the minimum depth in the 37-foot project depth area in front of the terminal is 26 feet. The costs under the existing project, excluding $15,000 contributed funds expended for new work, were $462,905.66 for new work and $188,458.21 for maintenance, a total of $651,363.87. The expenditures were $651,350.77. Proposedoperations.-It is proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $70.66 together with an allotment of $30,000 made in fiscal year 1953, as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952 ___________ _-$13. 10 Maintenance, contract : Dredging 18-foot project to 12 feet, April 1953______---- ____-_ 28, 500. 00 Condition surveys_____ ________________-- _ -- 857. 56 Miscellaneous inspections and reports_________________________ 700. 00 Total maintenance_____________________ -_ 30, 057. 56 Total for all work---------------------------------_ 30, 070. 66 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. RIVERS AND HARBORS-PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 271 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to Junie 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-------......... ------------ ------..........---- --------------------------- $462, 905.66 Cost... ......----------------------------------------------------------....................------ 462, 905. 66 Expenditures--........ ------------------------ 462, 905. 66 ...............------..-......---....--------------........------... Maintenance: Appropriated ....... $17, 000. 00 $72, 000. 00 $22, 000. 00 -$20,000.00 -$700. 00 188, 515. 77 Cost-----....-------- - 16, 981.55 73,108.34 362. 53 922.83 738.60 188, 458.21 Expenditures......... 18, 997. 19 72, 801. 72 315. 24 1, 265. 89 738. 43 188, 445. 11 1In addition, $15,000 contributed funds were expended for new work. Other New York data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project------------------- $636, 000 4. SCHUYLKILL RIVER ABOVE FAIRMOUNT DAM, PA. Location.-Schuylkill River has its source in Schuylkill County, Pa., and flows southeasterly 150 miles to the Delaware River at Phila- delphia, Pa. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheets of Pennsylvania.) Existing project.-Thisprovides for the improvement of the Schuyl- kill River above Fairmount Dam in the interest of navigation and other purposes by the removal of culm deposits from the pools formed by Plymouth Dam, Flat Rock Dam, and Fairmount Dam. The estimate of cost for this work, revised in 1952, is $12,574,000. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of July 24, 1946 (H. Doc. 529, 79th Cong., 2d Sess.). The latest pub- lished maps are contained in the project document. Local cooperation.-The accomplishment of the authorized work is subject to the requirements that local interests: (a) Stop the discharge of mine and industrial wastes into the streams of the Schuylkill water- shed; (b) construct works to intercept accumulated wastes which enter the headwaters by erosion, or are now present therein, and keep them from going downstream; (c) remove 50 percent of the culm deposits in the river between Auburn and Norristown Dam; (d) furnish with- out cost to the United States all lands, easements, and rights-of-way necessary for the construction of the project; (e) hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction works; and (f) maintain and operate all works after completion in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Secretary of War. The required conditions have been complied with except that all lands, easements and rights-of-way for the construction of the project have not been fully furnished. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work, contract: A refund of liquidated damages was made on the contract for the con- struction of retaining embankments and sluice for the dredge-spoil disposal area, near Spring Mill, Pa., on which the work was completed the previous fiscal year. The cost was $1,005.34. A contract for dredging the culm from Plymouth and Flat Rock Pools was awarded June 4, 1952. At the end of the fiscal year only preliminary work had been done. The cost was $397.93. 272 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 New work, hired labor: Preliminary work for preparing disposal areas and dredging for culm to be removed from Plymouth, Flat Rock and Fairmount Pools was in progress. The cost was $12,930.38. The cost of all work was $14,333.65 for new work. The expenditures were $13,889.07. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about & percent complete. Construction of disposal areas, for culm that is to be removed from Plymouth and Flat Rock Pools, has been completed. The costs under the project were $391,641.55 for new work. The expenditures were $390,335.74. Proposedoperations.-Itis proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $1,774,664.26 together with an allot- ment of $994,000 made in fiscal year 1953 and $135,000 in accounts receivable as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952----------------------------- $1,305. 81 New work, contract: Dredging Plymouth and Flat Rock Pools under continuing contract in force to be completed March 1954_------------ 1, 516, 000. 00 Construction of Darby Creek disposal area, March 1953 to March 1954- ------------------------------------- 537, 000. 00 Initiation of dredging of Fairmount Pool by continuing con- tract June 1953 to June 1957----------------- -------- 849, 358. 45 Total new work ------- ------------------------- 2, 902, 358. 45 Total for all work---------- ------------- ---------- 2, 903, 664.26. The additional sum of $1,300,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 to continue the removal of culm from Fairmount Pool. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--------------......... ---- $35, 000. 00 ----............ $365, 000. 00----------... $1,900,000.00 $2, 300, 000. 00, Cost------------------------- 24, 046. 65 42, 475. 67 $310, 785. 58 14, 333. 65 391, 641. 55 Expenditures ...---- --------- 22, 047. 12 31, 807. 24 322, 592.31 13,889.07 390,335.74 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952---------------------- $471, 488. 33 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953---------- - 994, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953--------- 1,465,488. 33 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project.----------------------- 9, 280, 000. 00 5. SCHUYLKILL RIVER, PA. Location.-This river has its source in Schuylkill County, Pa., flows in a general southeasterly direction 150 miles, and empties into the Delaware River at Philadelphia, Pa. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 295 and 280.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of July 11, 1870, and modified April 26, 1892. For further details see page 325, annual report for 1932. RIVERS AND HARBORS-PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 273 Existing project.-This provides for a channel 33 feet deep and 400 feet wide in Delaware River to the mouth and within the river to Twenty-ninth Street, three-fourths mile above the mouth; thence the same depth and 300 feet wide to Passyunk Avenue Bridge, 31/2 miles above the mouth; thence 26 feet deep and 200 feet wide to Gibsons Point, 41/ miles above the mouth; and thence 22 feet deep and 200 feet wide to University Avenue Bridge, 6 miles above the mouth, including widening at bends. The total length of the section included in the project is about 61/ miles. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water. The mean tidal range at the mouth is 5.9 feet and at Grays Ferry Bridge about one-half mile below University Avenue Bridge, 6.4 feet. The extreme tidal range, due to freshets and prolonged heavy winds, is about 14 feet. The estimated cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $2,805,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1949) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $966,000, in addition to $1,300,000 required to restore project depth below Passyunk Avenue Bridge as provided by the River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930, and $1,036,000 for the restoration of project depths above Passyunk Avenue Bridge as provided by the River and Harbor Act of July 24, 1946. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 8,1917 Depths of 35 feet from mouth to Girard Point, thence 30 feet, 26 feet, and 22 feet to University Ave. H. Doc. 1270, 64th Cong., lost seas. Bridge. Philadelphia. July 3, 1930 A depth of 30 feet instead of 35 feet between the Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 mouth and Girard Point, and the conditional Doc. 40, 71st Cong., 2d sess. restoration and maintenance of the channel below Passyunk Ave., by the United States. 1 July 24, 1946 A deoth of 33 feet from the channel in Delaware River H. Doc. 699, 79th Cong., 2d seas. to Passyunk Ave., restoration of the project channel dimensions between Passyunk Ave., and Univer- sity Ave., and full maintenance of the entire project. 1 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of July 24, 1946, imposed the condition that the city of Philadelphia agree to remove 60,000 cubic yards (place measurement) of material annually from that portion or those portions of the project which the district engi- neer may designate until such time as adequate municipal sewage- treatment works are constructed and placed in effective operation. This condition is being satisfactorily complied with. All other re- quirements have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are 43 wharves located within the limits of the improvement. These terminals are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For further details see Port Series No. 7- Revised 1947-Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Dredging in the 33-foot channel between Delaware River and Passyunk Avenue Bridge by the United States hopper dredges Harding, New Orleans, and Riossell, was in progress at intervals during the year. There were removed 696,166 cubic yards, place measurement, of material. The costs, in- 274 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 cluding rehandling with a United States pipeline dredge, were $347,348.09. Other costs were: Charging off remaining costs of abandoned dis- posal areas, $57,443.41; and surveys and channel examinations, $16,- 454.01. The cost of all work was $421,245.51 for maintenance. The ex- penditures were $425,859.18. In compliance with local cooperation requirements, the city of Philadelphia dredged a total of 58,850 cubic yards of material from the channel above Passyunk Avenue Bridge. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 98 percent complete. The 33-foot depth channel from Delaware River to Passyunk Avenue Bridge was completed in 1949. The work re- maining to be done is the removal of a few rock shoals above Passyunk Avenue Bridge. The latest examinations show minimum depths, at mean low water, available to navigation as follows: Minimum depth Project Mid-chan- Date Section depth Left out- nel for Right out- (feet) side hal Project side quarter width quarter (feet) (feet) March 1952 -.. Delaware River to 29th Street- ____-- 33 22. 3 31.0 25. 2 March 1952 __ 29th St. to Passyunk Ave __ _ 33 8.0 18. 2 19.6 March 1952 _-- Passyunk Ave. to Gibson Point ...... 26 13. 3 11.8 6. 0 March 1952.. .. Gibson Point to University Ave -... 22 4. 5 6. 3 3. 2 The costs under the existing project were $2,753,037.88 for new work and $8,865,731.79 for maintenance, a total of $11,618,769.67. The expenditures were $11,617,171.56. Proposedoperations.-It is proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952 amounting to $1,701.80 together with an allotment of $392,500 made in fiscal year 1953, as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952------------------_ -_--- $1, 598. 11 Maintenance, contract: Dredging in the 26-foot and 22-foot channel between Passyunk Avenue Bridge and University Avenue Bridge, to 20 feet and 15 feet, respectively, October to December 1952 Maintenance, hired labor: 120, 000. 00 ----- Dredging project depth between Delaware River and Passyunk Avenue Bridge with United States hopper dredges, including rehandling with pipeline dredges, as required_ Condition surveys ---------------------------------- 258, 953.69 8, 400. 00 ______--_ Miscellaneous inspections and reports-------------------- 5,250. 00 Total maintenance--...------------- ------------------- 392, 603.69 ---------------------------------- 394, 201. 80 Total for all work ....... RIVERS AND HARBORS-PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 275 The additional sum of $350,00 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during the fiscal year 1954: Maintenance, contract: Dredging 26-foot and 22-foot project channel between Passyunk Avenue Bridge and University Avenue Bridge to 20 feet and 15 feet, respec- tively----- -------------------------------------- $126, 000 Maintenance, hired labor : Dredging to project depth in the channel between Delaware River and Passyunk Avenue Bridge with United States hopper dredges, including rehandling with United States pipeline dredges, as required _ _-----------------------------------_ 200,000 Condition surveys --------------------------------------- 18, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports ------------------------ 6, 000 Total ----------------------------------------------- 350, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---------......... ------- $1,395,000.00 -$97, 963. 13 ........... ...... .. $3, 278, 037. 88 Cost .------ $70, 095. 77 1,156,453.87 70, 487. 23 ---------------------- 3, 278, 037. 88 Expenditures---..- ---- --------. 1,226,728.05 70, 308. 82 ....---------------------- 3, 278, 037. 88 Maintenance: Appropriated--------......... 500, 000. 00 804, 000. 00 125, 078. 40 $926, 000. 00 $404, 643. 41 8, 865, 835. 48 Cost---------.. ------.. 532, 800. 80 649, 575. 61 261, 248. 55 914, 823. 75 421, 245. 51 8, 865, 731. 79 Expenditures--------......... 506, 770. 93 664, 121. 50 261, 761. 18 910, 635. 74 425, 859. 18 8, 864, 133. 68 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project----------------------- $52, 000 6. WILMINGTON HARBOR, DEL. Location.-This harbor is formed by Christina River, which rises in New Castle County, Del., flows northeasterly 16 miles, passing through the city of Wilmington, Del., and empties into Delaware River about 29 miles below Philadelphia, Pa. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 294.) Previous projects.-Work was done on Christina River from 1836 to 1838. The original project was adopted by River and Harbor Act of July 11, 1870, and modified by River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1881, and July 5, 1884. For further details see page 1785 of annual report for 1915 and page 308 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide in Delaware River to the mouth of Christina River and within the river to Lobdell Canal, three-fourths mile above the mouth; thence 21 feet deep and 250 feet wide to the mouth of Brandy- wine River, 11/2 miles above the mouth; thence the same depth and 200 feet wide to the pulp works, 33/4 miles above the mouth; thence decreasing to a depth of 10 feet in 750 feet to the Pennsylvania Rail- road bridge No. 4; and thence 7 feet deep and 100 feet wide to New- port, 9 miles above the mouth, including an inner basin 30 feet deep formed by widening the channel to an average width of 600 feet and extending upstream from the mouth to Lobdell Catnal. It also pro- vides for the removal of about 1,200 feet of the outer end of a stone- 276 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 filled, pile-and-timber-crib jetty constructed 2,150 feet long on the north side of the entrance; for a steel-sheet pile jetty 2,300 feet long, with 120-foot inshore wing, on the south side of the entrance, and for a V-shaped stone-filled pile and timber jetty at the mouth of Brandywine River, 430 feet long on the Brandywine side and 260 feet long on the Christina side. The total length of the section in- cluded in the project is about 91/2 miles. All depths refer to the )lane of mean low water. The mean tidal range at the mouth is 5.6 feet, and at Newport 3.9 feet. The extreme tidal range due to pro- longed heavy winds is about 13 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $1,281,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $400,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts : Acts Work authorized Documents June 31896 H. Doc. 66, 54th Cong., 1st sess.; Mar. 3,1899 Depths of 21, 10, and 7 feet, and jetties .. ....-------------Annual Report, 1896, p. 973; An- nual Report, 1897, p. 1250.1 July 25,1912 Purchase or construction of a dredge and auxiliaries, H. Doc. 359, 62d Cong., 2d sess. including a wharf and depot, and maintenance of the project. Sept. 22,1922 Entrance channel and basin with 25-foot depth and H. Doc., 114, 67th Cong., 1st sess., Mar. 3,1925 construction by local interests of the new south and Senate committee print, 68th jetty. Cong., 1st sess.' July 3,1930 A 30-foot depth between Delaware River and the Rivers and Harbors Committee Lobdell Canal and modification or removal of a Doc. 20, 71st Cong., 2d sess.' portion of the north jetty. Aug. 30,19352 Completion of the new south jetty by the United Rivers and Harbors Committee States; subject to the provision that the city of Doc. 32, 73d Cong., 2d sess. Wilmington shall reimburse the United States for the cost, without interest, of any part of the struc- ture that may subsequently be occupied and uti- lized for city activities. Oct. 17,1940 Permit temporary occupancy by the city of Wil- H. Doc. 658, 76th Cong., 3d sess. mington of any part of the south jetty for city ac- tivities under revocable license, provided the occu- pied portion of the jetty is properly maintained without expense to the United States. I Contains latest published maps. 2Also May 28, 1935, under Emergency Relief Administration. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-A modern marine terminal is located just inside the entrance to the harbor. This terminal is operated for the city of Wilmington by a board of harbor commissioners, and is open to all on equal terms. Railroad connection on the terminal wharf provides for direct interchange of freight between car and ship. There are 29 other wharves and landings within the Christina River which forms the harbor. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For further details see Port Series No. 8- Revised 1947-Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.--Maintenance dredging in the channel between Delaware River and Lobdell Canal was in RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 277 progress at intervals during the year. There were removed 1,065,992 cubic yards, place measurement, of material by the United States pipe- line dredges Gillespie and Gulfport at a cost of $266,640.45. Other maintenance costs for surveys, channel examinations and miscel- laneous engineering were $140.89. The cost of all work was $266,781.34 for maintenance. The expendi- tures were $266,795.56. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 99 percent complete. The channel above .Lobdell Canal and the V-shaped stone-filled pile and timber jetty at the mouth of the Brandy- wine River, 430 feet long on the Brandywine side and 260 feet long on the Christina side, were completed in 1901. Removal of about 1,200 feet of the outer end of a stone-filled pile and timber jetty con- structed 2,150 feet long on the north side of the entrance was com- pleted in 1931. The steel-sheet pile jetty 2,300 feet long, with a 120-foot inshore wing, on the south side of the entrance was completed in 1936. The harbor channel with the exception of the deepening of the inner basin from 25 feet to 30 feet was completed in 1931. The work remaining to be done is deepening of the inner basin from 25 feet to 30 feet. The latest examinations show minimum depths at mean low water as follows: Minimum depth Project Mid-chan- Date Section depth Left out- fan neMidch Right out- (feet) side half Project side quarter width quarter (feet) (feet) (feet) April 1952 .... Delaware River to Lobdell Canal..... 30 26. 0 25. 9 21.8 July 1949_ -.- Lobdell Canal to Brandywine River. 21------------- 1 14. 2 July 1949-...... Brandywine River to Market St...... 21 .......---------- 115. 0 July 1949-..... Market St. to pulp works .________..... 21 .------------ 1 16. 0 July 1949- ... Pulp works to Pennsylvania Railroad 10 .....------------ 6. 0 bridge No. 4. July 1949- .... Pennsylvania Railroad bridge No. 4 7 ...........---------- 6. 1 to Newport. 1 In 80 percent project width. The costs and expenditures under the existing project, excluding $60,000 contributed funds expended for maintenance, were as follows: Emergency Regular funds Total relief funds rfns Tt Costs: New work ----------------------------------- $206, 176. 75 $924,356. 12 $1, 130, 532. 87 Maintenance.. --------------------------------------------- 7, 241, 445. 42 7, 241, 445. 42 Total_................. --......... .....- ...-.- -. . 206, 176. 75 8, 165, 801. 54 8, 371, 978. 29 Expenditures ...........--- ......-- ........--..- 206, 176. 75 8, 165, 798. 47 8, 371, 975. 22 278 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.-Itis proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $35.13 together with an allotment of $236,000 made in fiscal year 1953, as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952-------.------------------------- $3.07 -- . Maintenance : Dredging between Delaware River and Lobdell Canal with United States pipeline dredges at intervals during the year___ 230, 382. 06 Condition surveys _______-----------------4, 250. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports 11,400. 00 Total maintenance ---------------------------------- 236, 032.06 Total for all work _____--__. ___ _-_____ - 236, 035. 13 The additional sum of $380,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging of the channel from Delaware River to Lobdell Canal with United States pipeline dredges as required and for condition surveys and miscellaneous inspections and reports. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated ......--------- ------------------------ ------------ ------------ $1, 532, 654. 08 Cost ------ ---------- ..--..... ............... - ----- 1, 532, 654.08 Expenditures .. .. ---------------------------------- .. ------------ ----------- 1, 532, 654.08 Maintenance: Appropriated-...... . $250, 000.00 $413, 216.43 $340, 000. 00 $475, 000. 00 $264, 200. 00 7, 241, 477. 48 Cost--- -- - 241, 640. 87 427, 208. 25 322, 869. 45 489, 984. 63 266, 781.34 17, 241, 445. 42 Expenditures-....... 228, 781.47 434, 298. 55 332, 600. 24 482, 580. 98 266, 795. 56 7, 241,442. 35 1 In addition $60,000 contributed funds were expended for maintenance. Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_________-------- $150, 000 7. INLAND WATERWAY FROM DELAWARE RIVER TO CHESAPEAKE BAY, DEL., AND MD. Location.-This waterway begins at Reedy Point on Delaware River, about 41 miles below Philadelphia, Pa., and passes through the sea level Chesapeake & Delaware Canal, a distance of 14 miles, to Back Creek, at Chesapeake City, Md. It then passes for 5 miles down Back Creek, thence 9 miles down Elk River to Chesapeake Bay and thence 18 miles down Chesapeake Bay to a point near Pooles Island. A branch channel connects Delaware River at Delaware City, Del., with the main channel at a point about 1/2 miles west of Reedy Point. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 294, 1226, 570, and 572.) Previous projects.-The River and Harbor Act of August 8, 1917, made appropriation for preliminary studies with a view to taking over the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal. The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1919, provided for the purchase of the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal. The River and Harbor Acts of January 21, 1927, and July 3, 1930, provided for dredging in Back Creek, Md., and the construction of bridges and roadways. For RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 279 further details, see annual report for 1934, page 242, and annual report for 1938, page 312. Existing projects.-This provides for a sea-level channel to ac- commodate vessels drawing 25 feet and having a depth of 27 feet and a width of 250 feet from Delaware River to Elk River and thence 400 feet wide down Elk River and Chesapeake Bay to deep water at or near Pooles Island; alteration of existing bridges over the canal; extension of the entrance jetties at Reedy Point; the enlargement of the anchorage and mooring basin in Back Creek to afford an area about 400 feet wide, 1,000 feet long, and 12 rfeet deep, including provision of sluice gates at the fixed highway bridge; dredging the Delaware City Branch Channel to a depth of 8 feet and a width of 50 feet; deepening the existing basin to the same depth; revetment of both banks east of Fifth Street Bridge; and construction of bulkheads. The project also provides for the construction of a four-lane high-level fixed highway bridge across the canal at or near St. Georges, Del., of such type, design, and clearances for navigation as are approved by the Chief of Engineers. The total length of the section included in the project, excluding the Delaware City Branch Channel, which is about 2 miles long, is about 46 miles. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water in Delaware River. The mean tidal range at the Delaware River entrance is 5.4 feet and in Elk River at the mouth of Back Creek, 2.2 feet. The extreme tidal range is from 6.3 feet above mean high water to 3.0 feet below mean low water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $14,668,500. The latest (1949) approved estimate of cost for annual maintenance is $825,000, including $225,000 for operation and care of the waterway. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935 (H. Doc. 201, 72d Cong., 1st sess., and Rivers and Harbors Committee Docs. 18 and 24, 73d Cong., 2d sess.). The act approved August 7, 1939 (Public Law 310, 76th Cong., 1st sess.), authorized the construction of a four-lane high-level fixed highway bridge at or near St. Georges, Del. The latest published map of the canal is found in Rivers and Harbors Committee Document No. 24, Seventy-third Congress, second session. Operation and care of the canal and appurtenant works were included in the project July 1, 1935, under the provisions of the Permanent Appropriations Repeal Act approved June 26, 1934. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-Ample mooring facilities at the eastern and western ends of the canal and bulkheads at Delaware City and St. Georges have been constructed by the United States. A harbor for small boats has been provided and a wharf has been constructed at Chesapeake City. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance, contract: In closing the contract for dredging Reedy Point entrance, work under which was completed the previous year, additional costs were in- curred amounting to $375.92. Maintenance, hired labor: Removal of shoals east of Summit Bridge by United States derrick boat No. 37 280 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 was in progress during September and October 1951. There were removed 19,050 cubic yards, place measurement, of material. The costs were $14,998.06. Other hired labor costs included: Surveys and channel examina- tions, $4,362.68. General maintenance and repairs to banks, $31,458.86; drainage of banks, $35,826.52; maintenance and repair of auxiliary works, $76,159.49; removing miscellaneous obstructions and debris, $28,695.31; preparation of plans and specifications for dredg- ing and bank stabilization east of Summit Bridge, $2,440.61; and ac- quisition of necessary land for dredging and bank stabilization east of Summit Bridge, $2,664.00; a total of $181,607.47. The unamortized portion of the cost of disposal areas was trans- ferred to the project account during the fiscal year. Deferred charges, undistributed, amounting to $412,582.26 were incurred. Operating and care, contract: Painting Reedy Point Bridge in progress at the end of the previous fiscal year was completed Sep- tember 20, 1951. The costs were $4,850.70. Hired labor: The waterway and highway bridges across it were op- erated throughout the year. The costs were $299,333.19. The cost of all work was $196,981.45 for maintenance and $304,183.89 for operating and care, a total of $501,165.34. The expenditures were $987,391.88. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was practi- cally complete. The 27-foot channel was completed in 1938 and the four-lane high-level fixed highway bridge at St. Georges in 1942. The work remaining to be done is deepening the Delaware City branch channel from 6 feet to 8 feet, from a point 400 feet east of Fifth Street Bridge to its junction with the canal. The latest examinations show minimum depths, at mean low water, as follows: Minimum depth Project Mid-chan- Date Section depth Left out- Mid-chan- Right out- (feet) side nel for side quarter half Projectquarter (feet) (feet) (feet) May 1951...... Delaware River to Elk River......... 27 12. 0 23. 2 5. 3 May 1949...... Elk River to Chesapeake Bay... 27 19. 6 22.2 17. 3 Dec. 1946-----...... Delaware City Branch Channel....... 8------------ 11. 1 180 percent project width. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project were as follows : reliefrgency Regular funds Total Costs: New work--------------------------........................$-------4, 756, 247. 79 $9, 788, 338. 66 $14,544,58. 45 Maintenance---- ------------------------------------- 12, 572, 300. 96 12, 572, 300.96 Operating and care--....--- ---------------------------- 6, 059, 157. 13 6, 059, 157. 13 Total-----.......------------------------------ 4, 756, 247. 79 28, 419, 791. 75 33, 176, 044.54 Expenditures--- - . ---..-.-. ---.----------.-. . . 4, 756, 247. 79 28, 825, 013. 81 33, 581, 261.60 RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 281 Deferred charges, undistributed, for the amortization of the costs of disposal areas amount to $412,582.26. Proposed operations.-Itis proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $182,972.35, together with an allotment of $876,500.00 made in fiscal year 1953, as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952 --_------------------ - $7, 365. 20 Maintenance, contract: Dredging Reedy Point entrance November 1952 to January 1953 ---------------- $105, 000.00 Bank stabilization east of Summit Bridge, July to November 1952_-__-_ __--____-- 56,000. 00 Dredging of shoal east of Summit Bridge caused by slide, October to December 1952 _..--- 123, 000. 00 Maintenance, hired labor : Dredging with United States pipeline and hop- per dredge, as required----------- ---- 209, 534. 65 Condition surveys------------------------- 9, 300. 00 Maintenance of auxiliary works----- -- 32, 000. 00 Maintenance and drainage of banks---------- 43, 000. 00 Removing obstructions and debris------- 10, 000. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports-------- 2, 300. 00 Total maintenance___---- -- -------------- 590,134. 65 Maintenance (operating and care), contract: Making emergency repairs to Summit Bridge, July and August 1952 ------------------ $200, 000. 00 Maintenance, hired labor : Operating canal and bridges -------- - 230, 000. 00 Ordinary maintenance and repairs to bridges__ 31, 972. 50 Total maintenance (operating and care) --------- ------ 461, 972. 50 Total for all work__------- --__ -----_ -_---- 1, 059, 472. 35 The additional sum of $725,000 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Dredging with United States hopper dredges and pipe- line dredges in order to maintain project depths; making condition surveys; maintaining canal banks and auxiliary works; removing obstructions and debris; draining banks; and miscellaneous inspec- tions and reports ___-___--_____--__--- $425, 000 Maintenance (operating and care) : Operating canal and bridges, and for ordinary maintenance and repairs to bridges ------ __- 300, 000 Total -------------------------------------------------- 725, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated........ -$45, 000.00------- -$2,649.64--------------------- $25,254,341.46 Cost .----------------. 73, 695. 30 ------------ 16, 443. 85--.------ _- - 25, 254, 341.46 Expenditures_--- ........ 82, 986. 70 $517. 43 16, 443. 85 ---... 25, 254, 341.46 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... 1, 348, 700. 00 2, 677, 608. 46 923, 000. 00 -$130,000.00 $1,051,129.89 26, 123, 395. 36 Cost------ -------- 1, 474, 585. 91 2. 790, 250. 29 1, 127, 153. 16 -25, 590.97 501, 165. 34 25, 535, 205. 95 Expenditures.-...... 1, 427, 566. 21 2, 451, 358. 24+1,570, 961. 06 -91, 787. 73 987,391.88 25, 940, 423. 01 Other new work data: estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project..---------------- $124, 000 282 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 8. MURDERKILL RIVER, DEL. Location.-This river rises in Kent County, Del., flows northeast- erly 19 miles through the county, and empties into Delaware Bay about 25 miles above Cape Henlopen. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1218.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 7 feet deep at mean low water, 150 feet wide in Delaware Bay to the mouth, and thence 80 feet wide to Frederica, 71/2 miles above the mouth. The total length of the section included in the project is about 81/2 miles. The mean tidal range at the mouth is 4.9 feet and at Frederica 2.5 feet. The extreme tidal range is from about 1 foot below mean low water to about 2 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $116,600. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $7,800. This project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of July 13, 1892 (H. Ex. Doc. 21, 52d Cong., 1st sess., and Annual Report for 1892, p. 981). The latest published map is in House Document No. 1058, Sixty-second Congress, third session. Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-There are a number of light timber wharves on both sides of the river inside the mouth and two wharves at Fred- erica, all of which are privately owned. The facilities are consid- ered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. There were no costs or expenditures. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 63 percent complete. A channel 7 feet deep and 60 feet wide from Dela- ware Bay to Frederica was completed in 1911. The work remaining to be done is the widening of the channel to project width. The latest examinations show controlling depths at mean low water, as follows: In August 1949, in Delaware Bay to the mouth, 7.5 feet; and thence in June 1945, to Frederica, 5 feet. The costs and expenditures under the existing project were $37,630.07 for new work and $203,520.95 for maintenance, a total of $241,151.02. Proposed operations.-No funds are available on June 30, 1952. An allotment of $1,700 made in fiscal year 1953 will be applied to making a condition survey under maintenance. No work scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June _-_ 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated ----....----- --------------------------------------------. $37, 630.07 Cost--..........---.......--------.......---------------------... --------------------------------- 37,630.07 Expenditures .........-------- ------ --------------------------------- ------------ 37, 630.07 Maintenance: Appropriated-.........-$1, 166. 30 $35,000.00 -$13,000.00 -$2, 290. 57 ....-----.......--- 203, 520. 95 Cost------------------ 1,166. 30 7, 545. 24 12, 164. 19 ------------------------ 203, 520. 95 Expenditures--- -----. 1, 166.30 3,891. 57 15, 717.86 00 ------------ 100.00. 203, 520. 95 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project------ - $79, 000 RIVERS AND HARBORS-PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 283 9. INLAND WATERWAY BETWEEN REHOBOTH BAY AND DELAWARE BAY, DEL. Location.-This waterway, a tidal canal, is situated in the south- easterly part of Sussex County, Del. It extends 12 miles northward from Rehoboth Bay through the highland west of the town of Rehoboth to Gordon Lake; thence through the marshes back of Cape Henlopen to Lewes River; thence down Lewes River to its junction with Broadkill River near its mouth. An entrance to the waterway from Delaware Bay is located about 4 miles above Cape Henlopen. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 379, 1218, and 1219.) Previous projects.-A canal along a slightly different route formed a part of the projected waterway from Chincoteague Bay, Va., to Delaware Bay, begun in 1886 and abandoned in 1905. Existing project.-Thisprovides for an entrance channel near Lewes 10 feet deep and 200 feet wide protected by two parallel jetties 500 feet apart; thence a channel 10 feet deep and 100 feet wide to South Street Bridge at Lewes, with a basin of the same depth 1,200 feet long and up to 375 feet in width at the latter point; thence a channel 6 feet deep and 50 feet wide (40 feet wide through Deep Cut near Rehoboth) to Rehoboth Bay; a channel 6 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the entrance to Broadkill River; two parallel rubble mound jetties 725 feet long at the Rehoboth Bay entrance, and the construc- tion of one highway bridge and one railroad bridge at Rehoboth. The total length of the section included in the project is about 12 miles. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water. The mean tidal range in the waterway opposite the Delaware Bay entrance is 4 feet, at Lewes 3.7 feet, and at Rehoboth 0.6 foot. The extreme tidal range is from about 1 foot below mean low water to about 3 feet above mean high water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $1,186,000, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects, and $60,000 con- tributed funds. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $33,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents 1 July 25,1912 For a 6-foot-depth canal to connect Rehoboth Bay H. Doc. 823, 60th Cong., 1st sess., and Delaware Bay. and Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee Doc. 51, 61st Cong., 3d sess. Aug. 30,1935 For a 6-foot-depth entrance near Lewes, for jetties, Rivers and Harbors Committee for widening the canal from Broadkill River to Dec. 53, 74th Cong., 1st sess. Lewes, and basin. Mar. 2, 1945 For a 10-foot-depth from Delaware Bay to Lewes H. Doe. 344, 77th Cong., 1st sess. and in basin, and for extending jetties. 1Contain latest published maps. Local cooperation.-The work authorized by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, is subject to the conditions that local interests furnish free of cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights of way and spoil-disposal areas necessary for the improvements and 284 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 their subsequent maintenance, when and as required, hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvements, and give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will provide and maintain suitable terminal facilities at Lewes. Assurance that the conditions will be met was accepted and approved by the Secretary of the Army on November 8, 1950. All prior requirements have been met. Operations and results during the fiscal year.-None. There were no costs or expenditures. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 59 percent complete. The jetties at the Rehoboth Bay entrance were completed in 1903 under a previous project; the highway bridge at Rehoboth Beach in 1915, which the Delaware State Highway Depart- ment replaced with a new structure in 1926; the railroad bridge at Rehoboth Beach in 1916, removed by the Pennsylvania Railroad Co., in 1941; a channel 6 feet deep and 50 feet wide from Broadkill River to Rehoboth Bay, in 1927; the channel widened to 100 feet between Broadkill River and Lewes with basin at Lewes and a new entrance from Delaware Bay 6 feet deep and 200 feet wide, in 1937; and jetties at the Delaware Bay entrance extending to the 6-foot depth curve in the bay, in 1938. The work remaining to be done is the deepening of the channel from Delaware Bay to Lewes and the basin at Lewes from 6 feet to 10 feet and extending the existing jetties at the Delaware Bay entrance. The controlling depths, at local mean low water, in October 1950, were as follows: Entrance channel, 5 feet; thence to highway bridge at Lewes, 5 feet; and thence (August 1950) to Rehoboth Bay, 3.1 feet. The costs and expenditures under the existing project, excluding $60,000 contributed funds, expended for new work, were $435,383.07 for new work and $80,261.44 for maintenance, a total of $515,644.51. Proposed operations.-Itis proposed to apply an allotment amount- ,ing to $3,100 made in fiscal year 1953 in making a condition survey under maintenance. No work is scheduled during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 31,1972, includ- ing fi cal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior t, 1948 New work: Appropriated ....---------------------...............................------------------------------ $435,383.07 Cost------------------------ ---- -- ---------------------- ------------ 07 1435, 383. Expenditures ----------------------------------------------------------- 435,383.07 Maintenance: Appropriated------------------ $2, 400. 00 ------------ 1,515.69-------- 80, 2-1;44 Cost1------702. , 702............ 34 $69-----------7. 80,21.44 Expenditures...--------- ---------- 1,675.00 725. 00 1, 515. 69 ..........-------------. 80, 261.44 1 In addition $60,000,00 contributed funds were expended for new work. Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project----------------------- $751, 000 RIVERS AND HARBORS-PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 285 10. HARBOR OF REFUGE, DELAWARE BAY, DEL. Location.-This harbor is at the lower end of Delaware Bay, a few miles from the Atlantic Ocean on the Delaware side of the bay. It is about 120 miles south of New York Harbor, about 114 miles north of the entrance to Chesapeake Bay and about 101 miles from Philadelphia, Pa. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 1218, 1219, and 379.) Previous projects.-The original project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of May 7, 1822, and modified by the River and Harbor Acts of July 4, 1836, January 23, 1880, and August 2, 1882. The total cost and expenditures of all projects, prior to the adop- tion of the existing project which was begun in 1897, were $2,749,- 451.79, all for new work. For further details see annual reports for 1874, part II, page 146; 1932, page 330; and 1938, page 330. Existing project.-This provides for the construction of a break- water about 8,000 feet long, beginning at a point about 6,000 feet from Cape Henlopen and extending in a northerly direction for a distance of 2,695 feet; thence in a northwesterly direction for 5,330 feet; for the construction of 5 ice piers located in prolongation of this line and 10 more in a line perpendicular thereto extending toward the Delaware shore; and for a channel 15 feet deep and 300 feet wide from deep water in Delaware Bay to the pier of the Atlantic Fisheries Co. at Lewes, Del., with a turning basin 600 feet square at the inner end. The mean tidal range at this locality is about 4.1 feet. The extreme tidal range due to wind and equinoctial tides is about 9 feet greater. The cost for new work for the completed project was $2,412,778, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $40,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Breakwater construction ____ -.............. _. H. Doc. 112, 52d Cong., 1st sess. June 3,1896 Construction of 10 ice piers -------------- -------- (Subproject, approved by War De- partment Apr. 23, 1900). Construction of 5 additional ice piers - ----------__ (Subproject, approved by War De- partment, June 30, 1902). July 3, 1930 Channel 18 feet deep to the Queen Anne pier at Lewes, Rivers and Harbors Committee Del. (No work has been done on this channel). Doc. 15, 70th Cong., 1st sess.t Aug. 30, 1935 Channel 15 feet deep to the pier of the Atlantic Fish- Rivers and Harbors Committee eries Co., about 0.7 mile east of the Queen Anne Doc. 56, 74th Cong., 1st sess.' pier. 1Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-The only terminal facilities are the wharves on the Delaware Bay shore, about a mile east of the town of Lewes, Del. These consist of four private piers owned by fertilizer com- panies, and the Government-owned pier at Fort Miles. The four private piers have rail connection. Operations and results during fiscal year.--A refund of liquidated damages was made on a contract, completed the previous fiscal year, 245554-53-vol. 1---19 286 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 for dredging the 15-foot depth channel to the Fish Products Co. (formerly Atlantic Fisheries) pier and turning basin at the inner end, to project dimensions. The costs were $3,082.56 for new work. The expenditures were $41,023.45. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- pleted in 1951. The breakwater was completed in 1901; the ice piers in 1903; and the 15-foot channel to the Fish Products Co. (formerly Atlantic. Fisheries Co.) pier, and a turning basin 600 feet square at the inner end in 1951. The controlling depth at mean low water in the channel in May 1951 was 15 feet. The costs and expenditures under the existing project were $2,412,- 777.86 for new work and $120,455.55 for maintenance, a total of $2,533,233.41. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for the fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial swnmary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: ------------ ----------- $206, 612.77 ------------......... -$19,907.38 Appropriated-----..... $5,174,362.52 Cost------------ ----------------------- 7, 797.10 $163, 692.86 3, 082. 56 5, 162, 229. 65 Expenditures- .......--- ------------ ............------------ 6, 032.90 127, 516. 17 41, 023. 45 5, 162, 229. 65 Maintenance: Appropriated-------.........----------- ----------------------------------------------- 120, 455. 55 Cost-...------------------------- ---------------------------------- ------------. 120, 455. 55 Expenditures---........-------------...........- ---------------------------------------------. 120, 455. 55 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 -------------------- $12, 132. 87 Revocation for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953------------ 12,132. 87 11. INDIAN RIVER INLET AND BAY, DEL. Location.-IndianRiver rises in Sussex County, Del., flows easterly 13 miles into Indian River Bay which is a shallow lagoon 6 miles long and 2 miles wide on the Delaware Coast about midway between Cape Henlopen and the Maryland State line. The inlet is an opening through the barrier beach separating Indian River Bay and the At- lantic Ocean. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1219.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of August 2, 1882. For further details see page 744, annual report for 1888. Existing project.-This provides for the fixation of the inlet by the construction of two parallel jetties of steel sheet pile and stone design extending to approximately the 14-foot depth curve in the ocean, and for dredging an entrance channel 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide, for a distance of 7,000 feet inshore from the jetties; thence a channel 9 feet deep, 100 feet wide in the bay and 80 feet wide in the river, to and including a turning basin 9 feet deep, 175 feet wide and 300 feet long at Old Landing; thence a channel 4 feet deep and 60 feet wide to the highway bridge at Millsboro. The project also provides that the interior channel dimensions may, in the discretion of the Chief of Engineers, be modified as may be found desirable to increase the hydraulic efficiency of the channel, without increas- RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 287 ing the cost. The total length of the section included in the project is about 13 3/4 miles. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water. The mean tidal range in the ocean at the inlet is 3.8 feet, and at the highway bridge inside the inlet, 2.4 feet. The extreme tidal range at the highway bridge is about 6 feet. The cost for new work for the completed project was $511,210 ex- clusive of amounts expended on previous projects and exclusive of $210,000 contributed funds. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $36,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 26,1937 A 15-foot inlet channel, steel and stone jetties, 6-foot Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 channel from end of inlet channel to deep water in Doc. 41, 75th Cong., 1st sess. the bay and authority to modify interior inlet channel. Mar. 2,1945 A 9-foot channel from inlet to Old Landing, including H. Doc. 330, 76th Cong., 1st sess.' basin, and 4-foot Channel to highway bridge at Millsboro. 1Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with except that local interests are required to furnish suitable areas for disposal of dredged material during maintenance as and when needed. Terminal facilities.-There is a privately owned basin with berth- ing facilities for small boats located about three-fourths mile west of the highway bridge near the inlet and one-quarter mile north of the inlet channel connected therewith by a channel 6 feet deep and 40 feet wide; a United States Coast Guard wharf on the north side of the inlet channel in the same locality; and two wharves at Oak Orchard in Indian River Bay. The facilities are considered adequate for exist- ing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Work on a contract for dredging the channel from Indian River Inlet to the highway bridge at Millsboro, including a turning basin at Old Land- ing, to project dimensions, in progress at the end of the previous fiscal year was completed July 30, 1951. There were removed 40,044 cubic yards of material. The costs were $11,288.23 for new work. Mainte- nance: Removal of shoals by dredging in the channel west of the highway bridge near the inlet was accomplished coincidentally with the new work dredging. There were removed 17,750 cubic yards of material. The cost was $4,863.25 for maintenance. The cost for all work was $11,288.23 for new work and $4,863.25 for maintenance, a total of $164151.48. The expenditures were $54,993.57. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1951. A channel 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the ocean to a point 7,000 feet inshore from the ocean shoreline was completed in 1938. The construction of two parallel jetties spaced 500 feet apart, each 1,566 feet long with inshore end sections of steel-sheet pile con- struction reinforced with stone, the north jetty 904 feet long and the south jetty 890 feet long, and the outshore end sections of all stone 288 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 construction was completed in 1939. The channel 9 feet deep, 100 feet wide in the bay and 80 feet wide in the river, to and including a turn- ing basin 9 feet deep, 175 feet wide and 300 feet long at Old Landing, thence a channel 4 feet deep and 60 feet wide to the highway bridge at Millsboro was completed in 1951. The controlling depths at mean low water were as follows: In March 1950 through the inlet to the entrance to the small boat harbor 10.6 feet; thence in June 1951 to Old Landing 9.9 feet; and thence in February 1951 to Millsboro 6.1 feet. The costs and expenditures under the existing project, excluding $210,000 contributed funds expended for new work, were $511,209.81 for new work and $261,044.06 for maintenance, a total of $772,253.87. Proposedoperations.-Nowork is scheduled for the fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-------.........--........ ---------- $320,000.00 -$75,200.00 -$3, 709. 38 $521, 209.81 Cost_ __---- --- ...----- ---------- --------- 24, 116. 83 1205, 685. 56 11, 288. 23 2 521, 209. 81 Expenditures ----.. ---.... --........... ............ 23, 658. 55 178, 115. 34 39, 316. 73 521, 209. 81 Maintenance: Appropriated--------- --........----.......---..... $3, 500. 00 20, 000. 00 ............ 4, 863. 25 261, 044. 06 Cost-.................. $4, 922. 20 7, 154. 74 671.94 20, 000. 00 4, 863. 25 261,044. 06 Expenditures-......... 5, 352. 74 8, 453. 55 904. 91 9, 186. 41 15, 676. 84 261, 044. 06 1 In addition $50,00 contributed funds were expended for new work. 2 In addition $210,000 contributed funds were expended for new work. 12. COHANSEY RIVER, N. J. Location.-This river rises in Salem County, N. J., flows southerly and southwesterly 27 miles through Cumberland County, and empties into Delaware Bay about 62 miles below Philadelphia, Pa. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1218.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1873, and modified in 1879. For further details, see page 1785, annual report for 1915, and page 348, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep, 100 feet wide from that depth in Delaware Bay through a neck of land at the mouth and within the river to the south side of Glass Street in Bridgeton, 19 miles above the mouth; thence a channel 8 feet deep, 100 feet wide to Broad Street; and thence 75 feet wide to Commerce Street Bridge, 191/4 miles above the mouth; and for a turning basin 12 feet deep and 800 feet long formed by widening the channel on the south side to a maximum width of 250 feet just below Glass Street. The total length of the section included in the project is about 191/2 miles. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water. The mean tidal range at the mouth is 5.9 feet, and at Bridgeton 6.2 feet. The extreme tidal range is from about 2 feet below mean low water to about 3 feet above mean high water. The cost for new work for the completed project was $110,756, ex- elusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1949) approved estimate for annual maintenance is $9,000. RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 289 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 2,1907 A channel of 7-foot depth over entire project--------...... H. Doc. 645, 59th Cong., 1st sess.' Aug. 26,1937 A channel of 12-foot depth to Glass St., thence 8-foot Senate Committee print, 75th depth to Commerce St., with turning basin. Cong., 1st sess.' 1Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with except that local interests are required to furnish suitable spoil-disposal areas for subsequent maintenance as required. Terminal facilities.-There are 18 wharves on this river, of which 15 are at Bridgeton and 3 at Greenwich Piers. Three wharves at Bridgeton have direct rail connections. A marine railway is located at the latter place. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. There were no costs or expenditures. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- pleted in 1939. The controlling depths, at mean low water, were as follows: In June 1945, from deep water in Delaware Bay to the mouth, 11.1 feet; thence in September 1948, to Glass Street, 12.6 feet; thence in May 1947, to Broad Street, 4.5 feet; and thence in June 1945, to Commerce Street Bridge, 2.6 feet. The costs and expenditures under the existing project were $110,- 755.75 for new work and $190,804.59 for maintenance, a total of $301,560.34. Proposed operations.-No funds were available on June 30, 1952. An allotment of $3,900 made in fiscal year 1953 will be applied to making a condition survey under maintenance. No work is scheduled during fiscal year 1954. Cost and flnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-.........---------...........------ --.........------------------------...........-----.....----........-----.....----....... $146, 755. 75 Cost.. .........------------- ------------ ------------------------------------------------ 146,755.75 Expenditures------..........-----.............--......-------------------...-------................-------....-----------............ 146,755.75 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $78,000. 00 $8, 027. 93 ............---------------------------............------............ 190, 804. 59 Cost.. -.....------------..... 8, 386. 79 77, 641. 14 .................................... 190, 804. 59 Expenditures-------.... 5, 528. 06 ---------------------------------- 80, 499. 87 .................................... 190, 804. 59 13. COLD SPRING INLET, N. J. Location.-This inlet is located in Cape May County, southern New Jersey, about 3 miles east of Cape May City and about 16 miles northeast of Delaware Breakwater. The inlet connects Cold Spring Harbor and New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway with the Atlantic 290 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Ocean and is about 1 mile in length. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 234, 827, and 1219.) Existing project.-This provides for an entrance channel 25 feet deep and 400 feet wide, protected by two parallel jetties, and extend- ing from the 25-foot depth curve in the Atlantic Ocean to a line 500 feet harborward of a line joining the inner ends of the jetties; thence 20 feet deep and 300 feet wide to deep water in Cape May Harbor. The total length of the section included in the project is about 21/4 miles. The mean tidal range at the inner ends of the jetties is 4.3 feet. The extreme tidal range, due to ocean storms, is about 11 feet. The cost for new work for the completed project was $879,275, exclusive of $100,000 contributed by local interests and $50,000 Navy Department funds. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $48,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 2,1907 An inlet channel 25 feet deep and jetties- _..-------... H. Doc. 388, 59th Cong., 2d sess. Mar. 2,1945 A 20-foot channel to deep water in harbor-----.... -... H. Doec. 262, 77th Cong., 1st sess. 1This document and annual report for 1911, p. 1382, contain the latest published maps. Local cooperation.-All cooperation required under the act of 1907 has been completed, except the work of deepening and enlarging the inner harbor, which is 80 percent complete. Terminal facilities.-Wharves with docking facilities for com- mercial fishing vessels and fishing-party boats are located on the inner end of the harbor at Cape May. There is also a well-equipped marine railway adjoining the fish dock, a number of small wharves for private craft and party boats, and a yacht basin with accommoda- tions for about 50 boats. North of the inlet entrance channel at Wildwood Crest is another large well-equipped wharf for commercial fishing boats. Both fish docks have direct railroad connections. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. There were no costs or expenditures. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The project was completed in 1942. The jetties were completed in 1911, the 25-foot channel between the jetties in 1917. The 20-foot channel in the harbor was completed in 1942 with Navy Department funds. The jetties are spaced 850 feet apart. The east jetty is 4,548 feet long and the west jetty 4,410 feet long, with inshore end wings 750 feet and 297 feet long, respectively. The wings of both jetties and the 2,000-foot inshore end section of the west jetty are of stone-filled pile and timber construction, and the entire east jetty and the outshore end section of the west jetty are of rubble mound construction. The controlling depth, at mean low water, in July 1950, from the Atlantic Ocean to the inner ends of the jetties was 20.4 feet; and thence in September 1949 to the inner end of the project in Cape May Harbor,.16.7 feet. RIVERS AND HARBORS-PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 291 The costs and expenditures under the existing project, excluding $100,000 contributed by local interests and $50,000 Navy Department funds expended for new work, were $879,274.62 for new work and $719,056.16 for maintenance, a total of $1,598,330.78. Proposedoperations.-Itis proposed to apply an allotment amount- ing to $65,000 made in fiscal year 1953, on maintenance dredging throughout the project with a United States hopper dredge during April 1953. No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-.-------------------- ----- --------- -------------------------- $879,274.62 Cost-.------------ ---------------------.- .-----------------------------------1 879, 274. 62 .........------------ Expenditures--.......................---------.......... ..-----------..........----------...........------------. 879, 274. 62 Maintenance: Appropriated--------........ $6, 500.00 -$5, 000.00 $55, 000.00 ----..---.......- -$1, 492. 98 719, 056. 16 Cost_---------------- 2, 415. 90 2, 708. 10 52, 739. 75 $796. 91 ............ 719, 056. 16 Expenditures--------......... 3, 402. 69 2, 966. 81 52, 739. 75 796. 91 ............ 719, 056. 16 1In addition $100,000 contributed by local interests and $50,000 Navy Department funds expended for new work. 14. ABSECON INLET, N. J. Location.--This inlet is located on the coast of New Jersey about 65 miles north of Delaware Breakwater, between Brigantine Beach on the north and Absecon Beach on the south. It forms the entrance to the harbor at Atlantic City, N. J. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 826 and 1217.) Previous project.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of July 25, 1912. The project was completed in 1916. For further details see annual report for 1936, page 319. Existing project.-This provides for an inlet entrance channel 20 feet deep at mean low water and 400 feet wide, for an entrance channel 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the inlet channel into Clam Creek, and for a turning basin 15 feet deep within Clam Creek. The act authorizing the inlet entrance channel also provides that should the channel at any time have a deleterious effect on the Atlantic City Beach, work upon the improvement may cease, it being understood that the project is adopted on the basis that the interests of the beach in front of the city are superior to those of the inlet. The total length of the section included in the project is about 11/2 miles. The mean tidal range in the ocean is 4 feet and at the inlet gorge 3.6 feet. The extreme tidal range, due to ocean storms, is about 11 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $250,000. The latest (1949) estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $200,000. 292 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Sept. 22,1922 An inlet entrance channel 20 feet deep....._ _ . __ H. Doc. 375, 67th Cong., 2d sess. July 24,1946 A channel 15 feet deep into Clam Creek and a turn- H. Doc. 504, 79th Cong., 2d sess. ing basin. (Contains the latest published map.) Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with except that local interests are required to furnish suitable spoil-disposal areas for the new work and subsequent maintenance when and as required for the dredging of the entrance channel into Clam Creek and the turning basin within Clam Creek. Terminalfacilities.-Thereare nine wharves served by this improve- ment; one is Government-owned, six are privately owned and open to the general public use upon payment of moderate wharfage, and two are publicly owned. Three of the wharves have direct railroad connection. There is also a continuous line of piers or landing places for pleasure craft on both sides of the large basins which indent the south shore of the inner channel. There are three shipyards and three marine railways at this locality. The facilities are considered adequate for the existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.--Maintenance dredging in the entrance channel by United States hopper dredge Lyman was commenced August 23, and completed September 29, 1951. There were removed 221,725 cubic yards, place measurement, of material at a cost of $80,829.33. Surveys and channel examinations were made at a cost of $4,666.82 for maintenance. The cost of all work was $85,496.15 for mainte- nance. The expenditures were $83,304.34. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The project was about 92 percent complete. The inlet entrance channel was completed in 1938. The work remaining to be done is the dredging of an entrance channel from the inlet channel into Clam Creek and a turning basin in Clam Creek. The controlling depth at mean low water, in June, 1952, in the channel through the outer bar was 5.1 feet. The costs under the existing project were $208,647.66 for new work and $1,748,730.95 for maintenance, a total of $1,957,378.61. The ex- penditures were $1,955,186.80. Proposedoperations.-Itis proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $2,325.49 together with an allotment of $100,000 made in fiscal year 1953, as follows : Accounts payable June 30, 1952__---------------------------- $2, 191.81 Maintenance: Dredging in the inlet channel with a United States hopper dredge, October and November 1952---------------- 97, 903. 68 Condition surveys-------------------------------------- 2, 230. 00 Total maintenance----- ....----------------------------- 100, 133. 68 Total for all work--------------------------------- 102,325. 49 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 293 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated . ------------ ------------ ..----------------------------------............ $435,144. 55 Cost--._----------- - ---------- ---------------------------------- .------------ 435, 144. 55 Expenditures---- ......... ......------ -------- ------------------------ ------------.... 435, 144.55 Maintenance: Appropriated-........ $130, 000. 00 $193, 500. 00 $159, 000. 00 $62, 000. 00 $18, 000. 00 1, 984, 650. 24 Cost---------------....... .... 159, 484. 31 184, 139. 96 150, 813. 32 6, 696. 75 85, 496. 15 1, 984, 516. 56 ........ Expenditures------ 23,920. 21 319, 468. 41 147, 295. 23 10, 750. 09 83, 304. 34 1, 982, 324. 75 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project------------------- $41, 000 15. TUCKERTON CREEK, N. J. Location.-This creek rises in Ocean County, N. J., flows southerly 7 miles, and empties into Little Egg Harbor about 8 miles north of Little Egg Inlet. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 825 and 1216.) Emisting project.-This provides for a channel 6 feet deep, 80 feet wide from the head of Marchelder Channel in Little Tuckerton Bay to the mouth, thence 75 feet wide to Parkers Landing, 1 mile above the mouth, thence 60 feet wide to West Tuckerton Landing, 13/4 miles above the mouth, thence a channel 5 feet deep and 60 feet wide to just above Scow Landing, 2 miles above the mouth; and thence a channel 3 feet deep and 40 feet wide to the mill dam at Tuckerton, 21/4 miles above the mouth. The total length of the section included in the project is about 31/2 miles. All depths refer to the plane of mean low water. The mean tidal range is 2.5 feet. The -extreme tidal range is from about 1 foot below mean low water to about 1 foot above mean high water. The cost for new work for the completed project was $60,242. The latest (1949) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $6,700. The existing project was adopted by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 13,1902 For depths of 6, 5, and 3 feet__-------------------- H. Doc. 274, 56th Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 3,1905 Substitution of channels across Little Tuckerton Bay_ Specified in act. (H. Doec. 1040, 64th Cong., 1st sess., contains latest published map.) Terminal faeilities.-There are a number of wharves and piers of pile-and-timber construction along the creek. There are also four boat yards with marine railways and repair and storage facilities located at Tuckerton. One wharf at Tuckerton is publicly owned. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. There were no costs or expenditures. 294 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Condition at end of fiscal year.--The existing project was com- pleted in 1925. The controlling depths at mean low water, in April 1950, were as follows: In the entrance channel and within the Creek to the Tuckerton Yacht Club 3.5 feet; thence to Parkers Landing, 3.6 feet; thence to Scow Landing 3.5 feet; and thence to the mill dam at Tuckerton, 1.9 feet. The costs and expenditures under the existing project were $60,- 242.16 for new work and $172,863.16 for maintenance, a total of $233,105.32. Proposed operations.--No funds are available on June 30, 1952. An allotment of $3,500 made in fiscal year 1953 will be applied to making a condition survey under maintenance. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: ........---------............---............----------------------............----............-------............ Appropriated--------------------- $60,242.16 Cost-------------...--------------------------............-------------............---............--............--------....... 60,242.16 Expenditures-------......... ----............--------- ------------ ........................---....--------.....--------------........... 60, 242.16 Maintenance: -- Appropriated......... $8, 627. 26 $273. 23 $3, 500.00 -$156. 77 ------------............ 172, 863.16 Cost --------------- ------------ 273.23 3,071. 87 ------------------------ 172, 863.16 Expenditures-...------..-- -- . 273.23 2,727.72 615.51 ------------ 172, 863.16 16. MANASQUAN RIVER, N. J. Location.-This is a small stream located in the eastern part of New Jersey, rising near Freehold and flowing easterly to the At- lantic Ocean, which it enters, about 26 miles south of Sandy Hook. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 795.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1879. For further details see annual report for 1909, page 186, and annual report for 1938, page 269. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 14 feet deep and 250 feet wide, protected by jetties and other works, extending -from the Atlantic Ocean to the inner end of the north jetty, thence 12 feet deep and 300 feet wide to within 700 feet of the New York & Long Branch Railroad bridge, thence of same depth and narrowing to a width of 100 feet to within 300 feet of the bridge; for a widening on the northerly side of the channel of 200 feet for a distance of 3,150 feet to a depth of 8 feet; for an anchorage of 19 acres in area to a depth of 10 feet on the south side of the channel and for an anchorage of 27.5 acres in area to a depth of 12 feet about 0.5 mile west of route 35 highway bridge. Length of section included in project is about 1.5 miles. Mean tidal range is 3.7 feet at the inner end of the inlet and 4 feet at ocean end; mean range of spring tides, 4.4 and 4.8 feet respectively; irregular fluctuations due to wind and barometric pres- sure vary from 2.7 feet below to 7.5 feet above mean low water at the inner end of the inlet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $893,000, RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 295 exclusive of amount expended on previous projects and $300,000 contributed by local interests. The estimate for annual cost of main- tenance, revised in 1950, is $32,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 3,1930 Channel 8 feet deep and provision of works designed H. Doe. 482, 70th Cong., 2d sess. to secure the channel. Aug. 30, 1935 Widening of channel on northerly side_..-..----.. Senate committee document, 74th Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 2,1945 Deepening channel to 12 and 14 feet; 10- and 12-foot H. Doec. 356, 77th Cong., 1st sess. anchorages. (Contains latest published map.) Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, provides that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, suitable areas properly diked for disposal of dredged material, for new work and maintenance, when and as needed; convey to the United States, free of cost, a perpetual easement to excavate all lands above ordinary high water required for the improvement; and release the United States from all claims for damage resulting from the im- provement. Assurances of local cooperation furnished by local in- terests in connection with the deepening of the channel only, were approved by the Chief of Engineers on February 15, 1951. The requirements under prior acts have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-Five landings with a total wharfage of 700 feet, used by commercial fishermen, and seven landings and boat basins for pleasure craft are located along the river and its branches. The pleasure boat landings and basins are equipped with marine rail- ways, boat building and repair facilities, and boat storage facilities. Two yacht clubs with a mooring capacity of 45 boats and numerous pleasure boat landings are also located along the waterway. The existing facilities are considered adequate for present requirements. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance repairs, by contract, were made to the bulkhead along the north side of the inlet in November 1951. The costs and expenditures were $650.08. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 82 percent complete. Rubble-mound jetties, 1,230 feet long north of the entrance and 1,030 feet long south of the entrance, were completed in 1931. Two steel bulkheads, each 950 feet long, at the inshore ends of the jetties were completed in 1937. A steel bulkhead 698 feet long and two steel groins of an aggregate length of 570 feet, constructed on the northerly beach, were completed in 1938. A channel 10 feet deep and 250 feet wide from the 10 foot depth curve in the ocean to a point near the inshore ends of the jetties, and thence 8 feet deep and 300 feet wide to a point 700 feet below the New York, Long Branch rail- road bridge was completed in 1933, and the widening on the northerly side of the channel was completed in 1938. The work remaining to be done is the deepening of the channel between the jetties from 10 feet to 14 feet, thence the channel to a point 700 feet below the railroad bridge from 8 feet to 12 feet and extending the 12 foot channel to within 300 feet of the railroad bridge, also the dredging of the 19 acre 296 REPORT OF CHIEF OF 'NGINEERS, U. . ARMY, 1952 anchorage south of the channel and the 27.5 acre anchorage west of the highway bridge. The controlling depth at mean low water, in June 1950, from the ocean to the railroad bridge was 7 feet. The costs and expenditures under the existing project, excluding $300,000 contributed funds expended for new work, were $335,342.16 for new work and $570,917.26 for maintenance, a total of $906,259.42. Proposed operations.--An allotment of $1,700 made in fiscal year 1953 will be applied to making a condition survey under maintenance. The additional sum of $175,000 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during the fiscal year 1954: Maintenance, contract: Repairs to bulkhead------------------- ------------- $75, 000 Repairs to jetties ------------------ -------------- 100, 000 Total ----------------------------------------------- 175,000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--........------------ -------............--- ........-----------............ ------------............-----------......... $374, 342. 16 Cost............-------..----------- ----------------------------------- ----------........................1374, 342.16 ----------- ------............------........-------............374, 342. 16 Expenditures------......... ------------ ---............-------........ Maintenance: Aporopriated .................... _ $77, 500. 00 $41, 000. 00 -$6, 347. 26 $650. 08 572, 971. 37 Cost ....--------------- $1,472. 41 4, 490. 02 110, 346. 05 -2, 683. 33 650. 08 572, 971.37 Expenditures_-....----... 1, 422. 27 4, 195. 88 104, 930. 73 3, 026. 13 650. 08 572, 971. 37 Other new work data : Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project $558, 000 __----_------------ 1In addition $300,000.00 contributed funds were expended for new work. 17. NEW JERSEY INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY Location.-This waterway, a sea-level inland water route approxi- mately parallel with the New Jersey coast, extends from the Atlantic Ocean at Manasquan Inlet, about 26 miles south of Sandy Hook, N. J., to Delaware Bay about 3 miles above Cape May Point. The water- way extends through the inlet and up Manasquan River a distance of about 2 miles; thence by the Manasquan-Bayhead Canal through high ground for a distance of 2 miles to the head of Barnegat Bay. It then passes through a series of bays, lagoons, and thoroughfares along the New Jersey coast of Cape May Harbor; thence across Cape May County to Delaware Bay through a land cut by way of the New Eng- land Creek basin. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 234, 795, 825, 826, 827, 1216, 1217, 1218, and 1219.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water and generally 100 feet wide, extending from the Atlantic Ocean at Manasquan Inlet, N. J., to Delaware Bay above Cape May, N. J., by the further improvement of Manasquan River and Inlet, N. J., and the present New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway, and by the construction of a canal of similar dimensions from Cape May Harbor to Delaware Bay via the New England Creek basin, with adequate RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 297 jetties at the Delaware Bay entrance. The total length of the project is about 117 miles. Normal tidal range in sections of the waterway remote from inlets is 0.5 feet. Near the inlets the mean tidal range generally is 3 feet; in the ocean, 4 feet; at the head of Cape May Harbor, 4.6 feet; and in Delaware Bay, near the entrance, 4.7 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $6,234,000 exclusive of $1,824,940 Navy Department funds, and $99,000 con- tributed by local interests. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $400,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945 (H. Doc. 133, 76th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. The River and Harbor Act approved July 24, 1946 (Public, 525, 79th Cong., 2d sess.), as extended by Public Law No. 240,-82d Con- gress, dated October 30, 1951, authorized the use, for a period not to exceed 6 years, of funds from appropriations heretofore or hereafter made for maintenance and improvement of rivers and harbors, for the maintenance of the canal from Cape May Harbor to Delaware Bay constructed as an emergency wartime project with Navy De- partment funds, including the cost of maintaining the temporary railroad and seashore highway bridges over the canal. Local cooperation.-The project is subject to the conditions that the State of New Jersey cede to the United States all right, title, and interest that it has acquired to lands, easements, rights-of-way, and structures other than bridges for the Manasquan-Bayhead Canal; that the State of New Jersey furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and disposal areas required for construction of the Cape May Canal and for improvement of the proposed waterway and for their subsequent maintenance; that local interests provide, maintain, and operate suitable bridges over the waterway; that the State of New Jersey donate to the United States the navigation aids in use on the present New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway, and that the State of New Jersey hold and save the United States and its agents free from any claims for damages resulting from the work of improvement. The only measures taken by local interests to comply with the specified requirements are that the State of New Jersey has contributed $99,000 toward the acquisition of land for the rights-of-way and disposal areas for the Cape May Canal, assumed the maintenance and operation of one temporary highway bridge con- structed by the Federal Government across the canal, and taken the necessary legislative action to permit the Department of Conserva- tion and Economic Development to meet the specified requirements. Assurances have been accepted by Chief of Engineers on January 18, 1952. It is expected that the conditions of local cooperation imposed on the project will be fully met during the fiscal year 1953. Terminal facilities.-There are numerous piers, wharves, and docks at resorts located at or adjacent to the waterway, most of which are open to general public use, and fuel, water, and other supplies are readily available. Public and privately owned boat basins are located in a number of streams entering the bays and thoroughfares through which the waterway passes. Boat repair and storage yards with marine railways for small craft are also scattered along the waterway. 298 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Transfer facilities, including facilities, for icing, storing, and ship- ping food fish, are available at most of the larger communities along the waterway, including Atlantic City, Wildwood, and Cape May. The plants at the two latter places have direct railroad connections. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: A rail- road bridge and a highway bridge across the Cape May Canal were operated and maintained from July 1 to July 23, 1951. The cost was $8,199.91 for maintenance. Operating and care: A railroad bridge and a highway bridge were operated and maintained from November 16, 1951 to June 30, 1952. The cost was $26,178.92 for operating and care. The cost of all work was $8,199.91 for maintenance and $26,178.92 for operating and care, a total of $34,378.83. The expenditures were $33,245.51. During the period from July 24 to November 15, 1951, inclusive, the railroad bridge and highway bridge were operated and maintained by the State of New Jersey. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 25 percent complete. A canal 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Cape May Harbor to Delaware Bay was completed in 1942; two parallel stone jetties at the Delaware Bay entrance and one temporary high- way drawbridge in 1943; and one temporary highway drawbridge and one railroad bridge in 1944, all with Navy Department funds. The work remaining to be done is the dredging of a channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the Atlantic Ocean at Manasquan Inlet to Cape May Harbor. The latest examination (September 1949) showed that the controlling depth at mean low water in the canal connecting Cape May Harbor with Delaware Bay was 8.3 feet. The costs under the existing project, excluding $1,824,940 expended for new work and $286,954.70 for maintenance from Navy Department funds and $99,000 contributed funds expended for new work were $53,694.60 for new work, $265,800 for maintenance, and $26,178.92 for operating and care, a total of $345,673.52. The expenditures were $344,378.60. Proposed operations.--It is proposed to apply the funds unex- pended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $2,616.00 and accounts receiv- able, amounting to $69.38, a total of $2,685.83, together with an allotment of $5,100 made in fiscal year 1953, as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952--.--.------------------ -------- $1, 364. 30 Maintenance, hired labor: Condition surveys ------------------ 2,100. 00 Maintenance (operating and care) : Maintaining and operating bridges ..... crossing the canal July 1 to July 23, 1952_--------- ---- - 4, 321.08 Total maintenance_------------------------._-- _ 6, 421.08 Total for all work--...----------------------------------- 7, 785. 38 RIVERS AND HARBORS--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 299 The additional sum of $197,800 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance, contract: Dredging the existing 6-foot channel of the waterway as required------------------------------------------------- $150, 000. 00 Dredging 12-foot channel of Cape May Canal---------------- 36, 800. 00 Maintenance, hired labor : Condition surveys--------------------------------- 1, 000. 00 Maintenance of banks, drainage ditches, and tide-gates----- 10, 000. 00 Total -__-------------------------------------------------- 197,800. 00 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 - 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-........ -$1, 305. 40 ...------------..--........... $53, 694. 60 Cost .----- -------------- ----------- ------------ ----------------------- 53, 694. 60 Expenditures---------......... -32. 35 .....-----..................------------------------............------------ 53, 694. 60 Maintenance: Appropriated--- ........- 48, 000. 00 $83, 000. 00 $57, 000. 00 $31, 000. 00 $32, 800. 00 293, 300. 00 Cost _--_------------- 43, 581. 76 89, 609. 31 44, 271. 87 40, 012. 83 34, 378. 83 2 291, 978. 92 Expenditures---......... 40, 488. 01 92, 656. 86 44, 560. 82 41, 382. 14 33, 245. 51 290, 684. 00 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project--_------------ -- $6, 180, 000 1 In addition $1,824,940 Navy Department funds and $99,000 contributed funds were expended for new work. 2 In addition $286,954.70 Navy Department funds were expended for maintenance. 18. EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES (GENERAL) The cost of the work during the year was $37,151.63 for examina- tions and surveys, and $44,609.62 for contingencies, a total of $81,- 761.25. The expenditures were $82,916.34. It is proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $7,506.48, together with allotment for fiscal year 1953 of $8,200 for examinations and surveys and $18,800 for contingencies, to the payment of accounts payable amounting to $4,327.76 and to expenses to be incurred under this heading. The additional sums of $8,100 for examinations and surveys and $22,500 for contingencies can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for work under this heading. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated- ...... $64,400.00 800.00 $112,000.00 $142,874.96 $74,200.00 $80, $1,794,921.69 Cost .. 69,150.18 80,773.66 70,176. ........--------------- 81 178,697.90 81,761.25 1,791,742.97 ------- Expenditures......... 70,547.80 74,455.84 83,434.60 176,566.80 82,916.34 1,787,415.21 300 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 19. PLANT ALLOTMENT, PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT Appropriation. Maintenance and Improvement of existing River and Harbor works. Allotment. Plant (Plant, Shops and Yards, Stock, and Overhead). This item covers all plant, stocks of materials and supplies, and overhead in the Philadelphia, Pa., district. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-------........ $501,429.03 $400,000.00 $120,710. 80----------........... $333, 400. 73 $3,010,762.09 Cost ...-------------- 1,201,507.85 235, 946.44 -249,778.48 -$56, 612.59 379, 897.01 2, 135, 097. 63 Expenditures-------......... 1, 491, 333. 24 -99, 636.34 -108, 718. 90 -45, 678. 43 415, 462. 68 1, 979, 510.11 20. HOPPER DREDGE REPLACEMENT No work was in progress during the year. Costs incurred during the year in connection with continuing financial accounting on prior years contract amounted to $0.91. The expenditures were $42,186.57. No additional work is contemplated for the fiscal years 1953 or 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 19.50 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated----.....$1,440.00.00, $800, 000.00 $150, 000.00 $-29, 732, 578. 47 -$7, 421. 53 ...----------- Cost-----------... ---...5, 065, 975. 64 6, 053, 519. 60 2, 302, 656. 00 -29, 756, 698. 51 32, 141.80 Expenditures_..... 4, 671, 730. 23 16, 224, 295.03 3, 250, 371. 86 -29, 451, 752. 23 42, 186. 57 RIVERS AND HARBORS-PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 301 21. INACTIVE NAVIGATION PROJECTS For last Cost and expenditures to Estimated full report, June 30, 1952 amount Name of project see Annual required to Report complete for- New work Maintenance 1. Delaware River, N. Y., N. J. and Pa. at or near mouth of Neversink River, N. J.1'a ._________________---------__ 1917 .........---.....----------------..........---------.... $58, 500. 00 2. Chester River, Pa.' 4 ....- ________ ... 1931 $6, 000. 00 $650. 26 26, 000. 00 3. Ice Harbor at Marcus Hook, Pa. ....... 1928 208, 963.64 14, 336.36 (6) 4. Ice Harbor at New Castle, Del.5 ....- _- 1898 224, 703. 84 ........... ___.. (6) 5. Appoquinimink River, Del.' 4......- 1931 36, 973. 35 41, 098. 56 14, 000. 00 .-- 6. Smyrna River, Del.'------------ 1949 198, 843. 94 195, 609. 18 9, 700. 00 7. Leipsic River, Del.4 ----------------- 1931 36, 956. 06 32, 242. 94 (6) 8. Little River, Del. ------------------- 1946 12, 015. 86 47, 808. 03 (6) 9. St. Jones River, Del. ----------------- 1950 207, 102. 37 65, 318. 02 1,263, 000. 00 10. Mispillion River, Del___________________ 1951 365, 189. 13 384, 567. 35 (6) 11. Broadkill River, Del.4..------------- 1941 68, 227. 97 101, 853. 67 (6) 12. Waterway from Indian River Inlet to Rehoboth Bay, Del ---------------- 1950 ------------------------------- 89, 000. 00 13. Inland Waterway from Chincoteague Bay to Delaware Bay, Del.2 8........ 1939 168, 411.88 42, 794.40 (6) 14. Rancocas River, N. J.4'----- -1942 44, 500. 21 13, 090.44 124, 500. 00 15. Cooper River, N. J _________________ 1951 33, 101. 64 233, 345. 22 (6) 16. Big Timber Creek, N. J.4-------------- 1949 a 58, 664. 77 11,396. 51 (6) 17. Woodbury Creek, N. J. ' ----- 1940 27, 093.01 55, 405. 91 (6) 18. Mantua Creek, N. J------------------ 1951 169, 687. 08 183,342. 97 (6) 19. Raccoon Creek, N. J.'---------------- 1949 83, 664. 96 218, 935. 89 (6) 20. Oldmans Creek, N. J. _______________ 1941 31, 188. 43 31, 736. 20 238, 000. 00 21. Salem River, N. J.4-------------------1947 to 107, 634.43 173, 153. 68 1127, 000. 00 22. Alloway Creek, N. J.4__________________ 1931 21,397. 73 33, 002. 27 (6) 23. Maurice River, N. J .12 ------ 1948 143, 984. 49 122, 380. 54 124, 000. 00 24. Dennis Creek, N. J.--. -------------- 1897 4, 701.05 ........------------ (6) 25. Goshen Creek, N. J.2 4_________________ 1905 15, 358. 77 870. 00 (6) 26. Absecon Creek, N. J_____________ 1950 11,934.96 68, 229. 84 (6) 27. Little Egg Harbor, N. J.1 2- (13) 15,048.00- _-- -- -- - (6) 28. Barnegat Inlet, N. J ------------------ 1951 14448, 849. 09 1,177, 829. 88 (6) 29. Double Creek, N. J.4-- 1912 7,800. 00 (15) (6) 30. Toms River, N. J ...-------------- 1950 10, 050. 00 19, 984. 62 325, 000. 00 1Abondonment recommended in H. Doc. 467, 69th Cong., 1st sess. 2 No commerce reported. 3 Exclusive of amount to be contributed by local interests. The authorization of this project provided for local interests to deposit with the United States, $54,780 for the accomplishment of certain work. The present estimate for this work is $146,500. 4 Channel adequate for commerce. 5Harbor not now required for commerce. 6 Completed. 7 Exclusive of $20,000 required to be contributed by local interests. 8 Cost of maintaining bridges assumed by State of Delaware. ' Exclusive of $50,000 contributed by local interests. to Exclusive of $51,825.10 contributed by local interests. 11In addition, local interests are required to contribute an equal amount. 2 Awaiting local cooperation. 13Last appropriation for the project was in 1852. No information is at hand relative to work done. 14Exclusive of $300,000 contributed by local interests. 15Maintenance assumed by local interests as required by law. 245554-53-vol. 1- 20 302 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 22. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and oomnnitteo resolutions Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Cape May Harbor, Cold Spring River and Harbor Act, Inlet, N. J., with a view to shore July 24, 1946. protection. Chesapeake Bay to Delaware River, Commerce Committee res- Md. and Del., Inland Waterway olution, Mar. 28, 1939. (with particular reference to bridges). Cold Spring Inlet (Cape May Har- River and Harbor Act, I.... bor), N. J., with a view to shore July 24, 1946. protection. Delaware Bay to Rehoboth Bay, Senate Public Works Apr. 24,1952 Unfavor- U............j Del., waterway. Committee resolution, I able. Mar. 4, 1950. Delaware River, Pa., N. J., and House Public Works Del., Philadelphia to the sea, with Committee resolution, a view to determining whether May 21, 1951. any modification of the existing project is advisable at this time. Delaware River to Chesapeake Commerce Committee ............... Bay, Del., and Md., Inland Water- resolution, Mar. 28, 1939. way, (with particular reference to bridges). Delaware River, Pa., N. J., and River and Harbor Act, Del., Philadelphia to the sea. July 24, 1946. Delaware River, Pa., N. J., and Senate Public Works Del., Philadelphia to the sea, and Committee resolution, Philadelphia to Trenton, with a February 4, 1949. view to providing relief from oil pollution in the Philadelphia port area. Delaware River, Pa., N. J. and House Public Works Com- Del., Philadelphia to the sea Committee resolution, (anchorages) .' Sept. 27, 1951. Delaware River at Camden, N. J.1. House Public Works Com- mittee resolution June 11, 1952. Delaware River, Pa. and N. J., River and Harbor Act, between Philadelphia and Tren- July 24, 1946. ton. Delaware River between New House Public Works Com- Castle, Delaware and Delaware mittee resolution, Apr. City, Del. 25, 1951. Delaware River, Pa., and N. J., Senate Public Works between Philadelphia and Tren- Committee resolution, ton. Apr. 13, 1950. Great Egg Harbor River, N. J...... House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, June 27, 1950. Manasquan Inlet to Shrewsbury House Public Works Com- River section of Intracoastal mittee resolution, Apr. Waterway, and alternate connec- 22, 1947. tion to Delaware Bay. New Jersey Coast Beach Erosion River and Harbor Act, Survey. Mar. 2, 1945. New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway House Public Works Com- from Shrewsbury River to Dela- mittee resolution, Apr. ware Bay above Cape May for 22, 1947. extension of waterway from Mana- squan Inlet to Shrewsbury River and an alternate connection to Delaware Bay. Rehoboth Bay to Delaware Bay, Senate Public Works Apr. 24,1952 ............ Unfavor Del., waterway. Committee resolution, able. Mar. 4, 1950. Wilmington Harbor (Christina Senate Public Works Sept. 8,1951 ........... Unfavor River), Del. Committee resolution, able. Mar. 28, 1949. 1 Limited to preliminary examination scope. 23. DYBERRY RESERVOIR, DYBERRY CREEK, PA. Location.-The site of Dyberry Reservoir is in the Dyberry Creek valley in the central part of Wayne County, Pa. between the borough FLOOD CONTROL--PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 303 of Honesdale and the village of Tanners Falls. The dam site is ap- proximately 3 miles above the confluence of Dyberry Creek and Lacka- waxen River in Honesdale and 29 miles above the confluence of the Lackawaxen and Delaware Rivers. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheet, "Honesdale, Pa.") Ewisting project.-The plan of improvement provides for a single- purpose flood control reservoir having a capacity of 24,500 acre-feet formed by an earth embankment, approximately 1,280 feet long at the crest and rising 112 feet above the creek bed. It also provides for a tunnel, with intake structure and stilling basin, in the left abutment, a chute-type spillway and stilling basin also in the left abutment. The reservoir will control the runoff from a drainage area of 65 square miles which is 91 percent of the watershed of Dyberry Creek and 39 percent of the Lackawaxen River watershed above Honesdale, Pa. Construction of the project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 30, 1948. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $5,384,000 for construction and $1,208,000 for lands, damages and relocations, a total of $6,592,000. Local cooperation.-The project is subject to the conditions that responsible local agencies furnish assurances satisfactory to the Sec- retary of the Army that they will (a) remove the three existing low dams in the Lackawaxen River at Honesdale, Pa., and (b) establish satisfactory measures to preserve the flood-carrying capacities of the stream channels below the proposed reservoir. These assurances have not been furnished by local interests; however, the three low dams at Honesdale have been removed. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. There were no costs or expenditures. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No construction work has been done on the project. Preliminary engineering planning has been completed. Preparation of contract plans and specifications has not been initiated. The cost and expenditures were $128,319.54 for new work. Proposedoperations.-Itis proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $50 for miscellaneous investigations. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--- --- _$128,000.00 ------------ $1,200.00 ------------ -$830.46 $128, 369.54 Cost --- - 123, 031.90 $3,716.52 1,571.12 ------------------------ 128, 319.54 Expenditures ----- 112, 386.10 14,197.47 529.22 $1, 206.75 ------------ 128, 319. 54 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952--.....------------- - $50. 00 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project----------------------- 6,463, 630.00 304 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 24. PROMPTON RESERVOIR, LACKAWAXEN RIVER, PA. Location.-The site of Prompton Reservoir is in the Lackawaxen River valley in the central part of Wayne County, Pa., between the borough of Prompton and the village of Aldenville. The dam site is within the corporate limits of Prompton, 4 miles upstream from Honesdale, Pa., and approximately 30 miles above the confluence of the Lackawaxen and Delaware Rivers. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheet, "Honesdale, Pa.") Existing project.-The plan of improvement provides for a single- purpose flood-control reservoir having a capacity of 48,300 acre-feet formed by an earth embankment approximately 1,230 feet long at the crest and rising 140 feet above the river bed. It also provides for an uncontrolled outlet conduit of reinforced concrete, with intake structure and stilling basin, and an emergency spillway located high on the right abutment. The reservoir will control the runoff from 60 square miles which is 64 percent of the area drained by the river above its confluence with Dyberry Creek and 36 percent of the Lacka- waxen River watershed above Honesdale, Pa. Construction of the project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 30, 1948. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $3,960,000 for construction and $1,046,000 for lands, damages, and relocations, a total of $5,006,000. Local cooperation.-The project as recommended is subject to the conditions that responsible local agencies furnish assurances satis- factory to the Secretary of the Army that they will (a) remove the three existing low dams in the river at Honesdale, Pa., and (b), establish satisfactory measures to preserve the flood-carrying capaci- ties of the stream channels below the proposed reservoir. These assurances have not been furnished by local interests; however, the three low dams at Honesdale have been removed. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Miscellaneous investi- gations and minor studies were made. The costs were $454.61 for inew work. The expenditures were $454.61. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No construction work has been done on the project. Preparation of plans and specifications was about 24 percent complete. The costs were $167,262.69 for new work. The expenditures were $163,762.69. Proposedoperations.--Itis proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $4,012.39, as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952---------------------------- $3, 500. 00 New work: Miscellaneous investigations------------------------------- 50.00 Minor studies and reports on preparation for suspension of plan- ning program.. ..---------------------------------------- 462.39 Total new work -------- ------------------------------- 512. 39 Total for all work---------------------------------- 4, 012.39 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. FLOOD CONTROL-PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 305 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated ...---- $97, 000.00 $65,000.00 $63, 800.00 -$55 0C0.00 -$3, 024.92 $167, 775.08 Cost ---------------- 86, 680.08 25, 946. 67 40, 635. 54 13, 545. 79 454. 61 167, 262. 69 Expenditures--------- 79,115.54 29, 678.39 40, 855.48 13, 658. 67 454.61 163, 762.69 Other new work data : Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952-------------------------- $462. 39 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 --------- 462. 39 -- Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project------------------------- 4, 838, 225. 00 25. BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR, LEHIGH RIVER, PA. Location.-The site of Bear Creek Reservoir is in northwestern Pennsylvania on the Lehigh River between White Haven and Stod- dartsville. The dam site is a short distance below the mouth of Bear Creek, approximately 60 miles above the city of Allentown, and 77 miles above the confluence of the Lehigh River with the Delaware River at Easton, Pa. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheet "Stoddartsville, Pa.") Existing project.-The plan of improvement provides for a single- purpose flood-control reservoir having a capacity of 110,000 acre-feet, formed by an earth dam 3,000 feet long at the crest, rising 234 feet above the river bed, with gate-controlled outlet works discharging through a tunnel in the west abutment, and a spillway located in a saddle about 11/4 miles from the dam. The reservoir will control the runoff from a drainage area of 288 square miles. The project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved July 24, 1946. The current estimate of Federal cost of new work, revised to 1952, is $16,660,000 for construction and $331,000 for lands and damages, a total of $16,991,000. Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Miscellaneous investiga- tions and minor studies were made. The costs and expenditures were $434.25 for new work. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No construction work has been done on the project. Preparation of plans and specifications was about 34 percent complete. The costs and expenditures were $491,489.98 for new work. Proposedoperations.--It is proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $482.75 as follows: New work : Miscellaneous investigations ------------------------------- $50.00 Minor studies and reports on preparation for suspension of planning program ---------------------------------------------432. 75 Total ---------------------------------------------- 482. 75 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. 306 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total tolJune 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-.........150, 000.00 $200, 000.00 $90, 000.00 $90, 000.00 -$68,027.27 $491, 972.73 Cost------------------ 150,799.38 166,666.58 117,482.65 31,071.62 434.25 491,489.98 Expenditures.- 145, 011.27 168,039.57 121, 912.53 37, 501.11 434.25 491, 489.98 Other new work data : Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 -------------------- --- $482. 75 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953----------- 482. 75 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-------------------------- 16, 499, 027. 00 26. ALLENTOWN, LEHIGH RIVER, PA. Location.--Allentown is located in Lehigh County on the Lehigh River, 17 miles above its mouth. (See U. S. Geological Survey quad- range sheets "Allentown and Allentown West, Pa.") Existing project.--The plan of improvement provides for widening and deepening the channel of Lehigh River and easing the abrupt turn and approaches thereto at the mouth of Little Lehigh Creek; it also provides for a training dike and levees, and the necessary ap- purtenant structures. The project was authorized by the Flood Con- trol Act approved July 24, 1946. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $1,823,000 for construction. The estimated local cost for lands, damages, and utility alterations, revised in 1946, is $25,000. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Assurances of cooperation have not been furnished by local interests. Operations and results during fiscal year.--A model study by the United States Waterways Experiment Station, Vicksburg, Miss., in progress the previous fiscal year was continued. The costs were 43,866.65 for new work. The expenditures were $42,537.15. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-No construction work has been done on the project. Preliminary engineering planning is about 20 per- cent complete. The costs under the project were $44,808.61 for new work. The expenditures were $43,167.05. Proposed operations.-Itis proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $16,832.95 together with an allotment of $25,000 made in fiscal year 1953, as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952----------------------------- $1, 641. 56 New work: Completion of model Study by United States Waterways Experi- ment Station, Vicksburg, Miss-------------------------- 5, 191. 40 Engineering studies and design--------- ----------------- 35,000.00 Total new work---- ...--------- ----------------------- 40,191.40 Total for all work--------- ------------------------ 41, 832. 96 FLOOD CONTROL-PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 307 The additional sum of $55,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for the continuation of preliminary engineering. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 to1948 prior New work: Appropriated----......--......------...... ---------------------- $40, 000. 00 $20,000.00 $60,000.00 Cost -------------- ------------------------------ 941.96 43,866.65 44,808.61 Expenditures---------...............---... ------------ ------------ 629.90 42, 537. 15 43, 167. 05 Other new work data : Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952--------------------- -- $15, 191.39 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953 .........------------ 25, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 ----------- 40, 191. 39 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project1------------------------, 738, 000. 00 27. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS AND CONTINGENCIES FOR FLOOD CONTROL The cost of work during the year was $379.57 for surveys and $621.56 for contingencies, a total of $1,001.13. The expenditures were $1,242.24. It is proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $656.36, together with an allotment for fiscal year 1953 of $11,900, to the payment of accounts payable amounting to $138.21 and to expenses to be incurred under this heading. The additional sum of $9,500 can be profitably expended during fis- cal year 1954 for work under this heading. Cost and flnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ . ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $22,000.00 $15,000.00 $5, 000.00 $23,000.00 -$700.00 $314, 900.00 Cost------------- ---- 17, 038.58 12,499. 56 11,965.10 23,051.19 1,001.13 314, 381.85 Expenditures-....---- - 16, 981.85 12,180.53 9,980.50 25, 305.49 1, 242. 24 314,243.64 28. INSPECTION OF COMPLETED FEDERAL PROJECTS Inspections were made at a cost of $57.59. There were no expend- itures. It is proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $60.00, plus an allotment of $100 for fiscal year 1953, to accounts payable amounting to $57.59 and to expenses incurred under this heading. 308 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated...----------------------------- ----------- $60.00 ........---- $60.00 Cost------------------------------------------------------ $57.59 57.59 Expenditures---- 29. INACTIVE FLOOD-CONTROL PROJECTS Cost and expenditures For last to June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project full report, amount see annual required to report for-- New work Mainte- complete nance 1. Bethlehem, Lehigh River, Pa__--------------------- 1950 $6,629,000.00 ------------ .....---------.... 2. Mount Holly, Rancocas Creek, N. J---------------- 1946 $283, 655.05 () (2) 1 Maintenance assumed by local authorities as required by act authorizing tie project. 2 Completed. 30. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization Act mitted to No. mendation Congress Delaware River, N. Y., Pa., N. J., Senate Public Works Com----------------..--- ------------ and Del. (beneficial water users). mittee resolution Apr. 13, 1950. Delaware River, control of tidal Senate Public Works Com-........................ flooding on west bank at and in mittee resolution, Mar. vicinity of New Castle and Dela- 10, 1951. ware City, Del. Delaware River, flood control at and Senate Public Works Com-------------------- ------------ in the vicinity of Smithville, N. J. mittee resolution, Sept. and other areas along Rancocas 14, 1951. Creek. 31. SNAGGING AND CLEARING, SECTION 2 OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED AUGUST 28, 1937, AS AMENDED The Flood Control Act approved August 28, 1937, as amended by the Flood Control Acts approved August 11, 1939, August 18, 1941, and July 24, 1946, authorized the allotment of not to exceed $1,000,000 from the flood control appropriations for any one fiscal year for the removal of accumulated snags and other debris from, and the clear- ing and straightening of channels in, navigable streams and tribu- taries thereof when such work is advisable in the interest of flood control; provided that not more than $50,000 shall be allotted for this purpose for any single tributary from the appropriations for any one fiscal year. Engineering studies and preparation of plans and specifications for clearing the Pequest River channel in the vicinity of Great Meadows, FLOOD CONTROL---PHILADELPHIA, PA., DISTRICT 309 Warren County, N. J., in progress at the end of the previous fiscal year were completed. No construction work has been done on the project. The costs during the fiscal year were $1,172.81 for new work. The expenditures were $1,401.67. The total costs to the end of the fiscal year were $8,794.10 for new work. The expenditures were $8,793.97. The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952, amounting to $31,206.03, together with an allotment of $10,000 in fiscal year 1953, will be ap- plied to accounts payable of $0.13 and to complete emergency work on Pequest River in the vicinity of Great Meadows, N. J. Cost and fllnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated .....----------------------- $40, 000. 00 -------- .......------------ $40,000.00 ---------------- Cost.. ---------------- ------------ 7, 621.29 $1, 172.81 8, 794. 10 Expenditures .........-------- ---.. ------ ------------------.. 7, 392.30 1, 401.67 8, 793. 97 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_ _ -------------- $31,205.90 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953----- 31, 205. 90 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_-------------------_____ 10, 000. 00 32. SMALL FLOOD CONTROL PROJECTS, SECTION 205, FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED JUNE 30, 1948, AS AMENDED Section 205 of the Flood Control Act approved June 30, 1948, as amended by section 212 of the Flood Control Act approved May 17, 1950, authorizes the allotment from flood-control appropriations, not to exceed $3,000,000 for any one fiscal year, for the construction of small flood-control projects not specifically authorized by Congress, and not within areas intended to be protected by projects so author- ized, which come within the provisions of Section I of the Flood Control Act of June 22, 1936, when in the opinion of the Chief of Engineers such work is advisable: Provided, That not more than $150,000 shall be allotted for this purpose at any single locality from the appropriations for any one fiscal year: Provided further, That the provisions of local cooperation specified in Section 3 of the Flood Control Act of June 22, 1936, as amended, shall apply: And provided further,That the work shall be complete in itself and not commit the United States to any additional improvement to insure its successful operation, except as may result from the normal procedure applying to projects authorized after submission of preliminary examination and survey reports. Engineering studies in connection with flood-control protection on the Chester River above Ninth Street in Chester, Delaware County, Pa., in progress at the end of the previous fiscal year were completed. The costs were $1,255.96 for new work. Preparation of plans and specifications for flood-control protection on the Chester River above Ninth Street was in progress at the end of the fiscal year. The costs 310 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 were $1,254.49 for new work. The expenditures were $1,505.05. En- gineering studies in connection with flood-control protection in the Livingston Manor and the Roscoe-Rockland area, Sullivan County, N. Y., were in progress at the end of the fiscal year. The costs were $4,992.39 for new work. The expenditures were $4,588.19. The total costs were $7,502.84 for new work. The total expenditures were $6,093.24. Condition at end of fiscal year.-For flood-control protection on the Chester River above Ninth Street in Chester, Delaware County, Pa., engineering studies were completed and preparation of plans and specifications were 33 percent complete. The work remaining to be done is the completion of plans and specifications and initiation and completion of construction. The costs were $3,254.49 for new work. The expenditures were $2,033.27. Engineering studies in connection with flood-control protection in the Livingston Manor and the Roscoe- Rockland area, Sullivan County, N. Y., were 70 percent complete. The work remaining to be done is the completion of the engineering studies. The costs were $4,992.39. The expenditures were $4,588.19. The total costs, all for new work, were $8,246.88. The total expenditures were $6,621.46. Proposedoperations.--Itis proposed to apply the funds unexpended on June 30, 1952, amounting to $105,678.54, together with an allotment of $2,000 made in fiscal year 1953 as follows: -$1, Accounts payable June 30, 1952___________________----- 625. 42 New work : Completion of plans and specifications for construction of levees and wall along Chester River above Ninth Street, Chester, Pa._ 2, 800. 00 Initiation and completion of construction of levees and wall along Chester River above Ninth Street, Chester, Pa._____ 101, 253. 12 Completion of engineering studies in connection with flood- control protection in the Livingston Manor and the Roscoe- Rockland area, N. Y----- ----------------------------- 2, 000. 00 Total new work ---- -__-____-____ - _______ 106, 053.12 Total for all work .___. ____________ ___-__-- _ 107, 678. 54 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ............-............ ------------ -.-.-..- $2, 000. 00 $110, 300. 00 $112, 300. 00 Cost .--------------------------------------------- 744. 04 7, 502. 84 8, 246. 88 Expenditures........--- ------------ ------------------------ 528. 22 6, 093. 24 6, 621.46 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_- ------------ - -- $104, 053. 12 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953---------- 2, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953---------- 106, 053. 12 IMPROVEMENT OF RIVERS AND HARBORS, AND FLOOD CONTROL IN THE BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT This district comprises the watershed of the Susquehanna River and its tributaries from headwaters in south central New York State through central Pennsylvania to its mouth in the Chesapeake Bay; eastern Maryland, southwestern Delaware, and eastern Vir- ginia, embracing Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries north of Cove Point, Md., on the western shore of the bay, and Onancock River, Va., on the eastern shore, and the watersheds tributary to the Atlantic Ocean between the southern boundary of Delaware and a point north of White Creek and Gargathy Inlet on the Atlantic coast. District engineer: Col. A. C. Welling, Corps of Engineers, to July 18, 1951, and Col. R. Whitaker, Corps of Engineers, thereafter. Division engineer of the North Atlantic Division, New York, N. Y., comprising the New York, N. Y., Philadelphia, Pa., Baltimore, Md., Washington, D. C., and Norfolk, Va., districts: Col. F. F. Frech, Corps of Engineers to March 14, 1952, and Col. B. B. Talley, Corps of Engi- neers, thereafter. IMPROVEMENTS Navigation Flood Control-Continued Page Page 1. Baltimore Harbor and Chan- 20. Wilkes-Barre-Hanover nels, Md_ 312 Township, Susquehanna 2. Baltimore Harbor, Md., col- River, Pa____ 359 lection and removal of 21. Kingston-Edwardsville, Sus- drift _ __ _ __ __ _ 318 quehanna River, Pa_____ 360 3. Chester River, Md_ ...... 318- 22. Plymouth, Susquehanna 4. Choptank River, Md ...... 320 River, Pa____ 362 5. Honga River and Tar Bay 23. Sunbury, Susquehanna River, (Barren Island Gaps), Md_ 321 Pa_ -_ - 363 6. Nanticoke River (including 24. Williamsport, Susquehanna Northwest Fork), Del. and River, Pa___________ 365 Md_ 323 25. Tyrone, Pa_ 368 7. Upper Thoroughfare, Deal 26. York, Codorus Creek, Pa___ 369 Island, Md_ 325 27. Snagging and clearing under 8. Pocomoke River, Md ...... 327 authority of Section 2 of 9. Twitch Cove and Big Thor- the Flood Control Act ap- oughfare River, Md ..... 328 proved August 28, 1937, as 10. Ocean City Harbor and Inlet amended_____________ 371 and Sinepuxent Bay, Md__ 330 28. Preliminary examinations, 11. Examinations, surveys, and surveys, and contingencies contingencies (general)_-- 333 for flood control ........ 372 12. Plant allotment _ __ 333 29. Inspection of completed proj- 13. Inactive navigation projects. 334 ects-_- 373 14. Miscellaneous activities .... 335 30. Inactive flood-control proj- ects--- - - - - - - - 374 Flood Control 31. Miscellaneous activities .... 374 15. South Plymouth Reservoir, 32. Emergency flood control work Canasawacta Creek, N. Y_ 336 under authority of the 16. Genegantslet Reservoir, Gen- Flood Control Act ap- 17. egantslet Creek, N. Y .- Southern New York flood - 337 proved August 18, 1941__ 33. Small flood control projects 375 control project__ 338 under Section 205 of the 18. Stillwater Reservoir, Lacka- Flood Control Act ap- wanna River, Pa__.... 356 proved June 30, 1948, as 19. Swoyersville and Forty Fort, amended-_______----- 376 Pa-_--- _-_ - - - 357 311 312 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 1. BALTIMORE HARBOR AND CHANNELS, MD. Location.-Baltimore Harbor is situated at the head of the navi- gable portion of the Patapsco River about 12 miles from Chesapeake Bay. The river rises near the town of Westminster in Carroll County, Md., and flows in a general southeasterly direction for about 65 miles to enter the Chesapeake Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 549.) Previous projects.-PatapscoRiver: The original project was dated July 4, 1836. Modifications were contained in the River and Harbor Acts of August 30, 1852; June 10, 1872; March 3, 1881; June 3, 1896; March 3, 1905; March 3, 1909; February 27, 1911; and March 4, 1913. Middle Branch: The original project was dated June 3, 1896. Curtis Bay: The original project was dated July 13, 1892. It was modified by the River and Harbor Act of June 13, 1902. York Spit: The original project was dated March 3, 1905. For further details see pages 1787 and 1788 of the annual report for 1915, and page 389 of the annual report for 1932. Existing proect.-This provides: (a) A uniform main channel depth of 39 feet between Cape Charles, Va., and Fort McHenry, Bal- timore, Md., with dimensions as follows: 39 feet deep and 1,000 feet wide between the curves of 39-foot depth in Chesapeake Bay opposite York Spit, a distance of about 6.77 miles (under jurisdiction of the Norfolk, Va., district); 39 feet deep and a general width of 600 feet from the 39-foot depth curve in Chesapeake Bay to Fort McHenry on the Patapsco River, a distance of about 20 miles; (b) for branch channels with dimensions as follows: 35 feet deep and 400 feet wide from the main channel to head of Curtis Bay, a distance of about 21/s miles; 35 feet deep and 400 feet wide from the main channel at Fort McHenry to Ferry Bar, and thence 27 feet deep and 250 feet wide to the Western Maryland Railway bridge, a total distance of about 31/8 miles; (c) for widening the angle between the Fort McHenry and Ferry Bar sections; (d) for widening at the approaches and bends; (e) for the following anchorages-Fort McHenry anchorage, 3,500 feet long, 400 feet wide, and 35 feet deep; Riverview anchorage No. 1, 4,500 feet long, 1,500 feet wide, and 35 feet deep; Riverview anchor- age No. 2, 2,400 feet long, 1,200 feet wide, and 30 feet deep; Quaran- tine anchorage, 3,500 feet long, 600 feet wide, and 35 feet deep; (f) it is further provided that as rapidly as the city of Baltimore, at its own expense, provides the 35-foot depth into the Northwest Branch (inner harbor) the United States shall take over the maintenance of that depth (the United States maintains a channel 35 feet deep and generally 650 feet wide from Fort McHenry to and along the southwest side of the inner harbor and a channel generally 750 feet wide along the easterly side of the inner harbor); (g) for a con- necting channel with a depth of 27 feet and width of 400 feet from Cutoff-Brewerton angle in the main channel to the inland waterway from Delaware River to Chesapeake Bay; (h) for a channel in Curtis Creek with a depth of 35 feet and width of 200 feet from the head of the existing 35-foot project channel in Curtis Bay to a point in the creek about 750 feet below the Pennington Avenue Bridge; (i) for a channel 22 feet deep and generally 200 feet wide from the 22-foot RIVERS AND HARBORS---BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 313 depth curve in Curtis Creek immediately below the Pennington Ave- nue Bridge, 18 feet over an irregular area of about 3 acres at the head and adjacent to the 22-foot channel; a depth of 15 feet for a general width of 450 feet from the head of the 22-foot channel to the upper end of the marginal wharf of the United States ordnance depot; (j) and for a channel 22 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the 22-foot depth curve south of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad bridge to the vicinity of Arundel Cove, a distance of about 2,800 feet, thence 100 feet wide in Arundel Cove for a distance of about 2,100 feet; with an anchorage basin approximately 700 feet square adjacent to the channel southwesterly of the Coast Guard wharf. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $10,550,000 exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $400,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1905 Main channel 35 feet deep and 600 feet wide through- H. Doc. 186, 57th Cong., 2d sess. out. Mar. 3,1909 Anchorage basin near intersection of Fort McHenry and Curtis Bay Channels (within original limit of cost authorized by act of Mar. 2, 1907). Feb. 27,1911 Width increased at entrances and bends (increase to be made within the limit of original estimate). Aug. 8,1917 Branch channel 35 feet deep to head of Curtis Bay, H. Doe. 799, 64th Cong., 1st sess. and one 35 feet deep and 400 feet wide into the Southwest Branch of the Patapsco River to a point near Ferry Bar, and 27 feet deep and 250 feet wide to Western Maryland Ry. bridge, widened at ap- proaches and bends, and with anchorage and turn- ing basins. Inclusion of Patapsco River and tribu- taries into 1 project for Baltimore Harbor. Jan. 21,1927 Change in location of the anchorage near upper end of the Fort McHenry Channel. July 3,1930 Increased anchorage facilities---............. .... Rivers and Harbors Committee1 Doc. 11, 70th Cong., 1st sess. 1 Do .......For 37-foot depth in that portion of channel to Balti- H. Doc. 29, 71st Cong., 1st sess. more lying between the 37-foot depth curve near Baltimore Light to the Sparrows Point entrance channel; widening the angle between Fort Mc- Henry and Ferry Bar sections; and for width of 400 feet in the Curtis Bay section. Oct. 17, 1940 For the 22-, 18,- and 15-foot channels in Curtis Creek Adopted as a national-defense from the 22-foot depth below Pennington Ave. project (no printed report). Bridge to the upper end of the marginal wharf of the United States ordnance depot. Mar. 2,1945 Uniform main channel 39 feet deep from the ocean H. Doe. 741, 79th Cong., 2d sess. through York Spit section and Craighill entrance to Fort McHenry, additional anchorage area 2,400 feet long, 1,200 feet wide, and 30 feet deep; a con- necting channel 400 feet wide and 27 feet deep from Cutoff-Brewerton angle in the main channel to the inland waterway from Delaware River to Chesa- peake Bay; a channel in Curtis Creek 200 feet wide and 35 feet deep from the head of the existing 35- foot project channel in Curtis Bay to a point in the creek about 750 feet below the Pennington Ave. Bridge. Do....... A channel 22 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the 22- In accordance with plans on file in foot depth curve south of the Baltimore and Ohio The Office, Chief of Engineers. R. R. bridge to the vicinity of Arundel Cove, a dis- tance of about 2,800 feet, thence 100 feet wide in Arundel Cove for a distance of about 2,100 feet; with an anchorage basin approximately 700 feet square adjacent to the channel southwesterly of the Coast Guard wharf. 1 Contains latest published maps. 314 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of August 8, 1917, required that on all new work under the project approved by that act, except the channel into Curtis Bay, improvement by the United States is made conditional upon local interests providing, whenever required by the Chief of Engineers, free of cost to the United States, suitable areas behind bulkheads or other revetment, satisfactory to the district engineer, in which the dredged material may be deposited. This condition has been met as far as the channel has been completed. The River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930, provided for increased anchorage facilities subject to the provisions that no work shall be started on the area therein recommended until local interests have provided suitable disposal areas satisfactory to the district engineer alongside of bulkheads behind which said interests will agree to pump the material without delay to the Government work; or, in lieu of the above requirement, agree to contribute the sum of 5 cents per cubic yard, scow measure, to cover the additional cost to the United States for disposal of the material on its own dumping area. This condi- tion has been met. The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, required that respon- sible local interests agree to hold and save the United States free from claims for damage resulting from the work. This condition has been met in a resolution adopted by the city council of Baltimore and approved by the mayor on March 1, 1949. Terminal facilities.-The total length of developed waterfront in Baltimore Harbor, measured along the established bulkhead line, is about 27 miles. Extensive areas remain which are available for fur- ther development. The existing terminal facilities include wharves, piers, grain elevators, coal and ore piers, storage and bunkering facil- ities for fuel oil, terminal warehouses, marine railways, drydocks, and shipyards. The State legislature has authorized the city of Baltimore to incur an indebtedness of $50,000,000 for the development of the port. The Port Development Commission, which was charged with administra- tion under this authorization had completed an $8,500,000 terminal pier at Port Covington, a $110,000 terminal pier on the Northwest Branch and a $1,500,000 terminal pier in the Canton area of the port. For further details, see page 391, annual report for 1932. The Port Development Commission has now been replaced by the Port of Balti- more Commission, with more liberal financing powers. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work dredging, by contract, to provide project dimensions in the remainder of the Brewerton section and project depth and a maximum width of 800 feet in a portion of the Brewerton-Fort McHenry Angle was con- RIVERS AND HARBORS-BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 315 tinued and completed 28 August 1951. A total of 289,421 cubic yards (place measure) of material was removed and deposited on the au- thorized dumping area in Chesapeake Bay at Kent Island, Md. New work dredging, by contract, to provide project depths and 800 feet width in the remainder of the Brewerton-Fort McHenry angle and project dimensions in a portion of the Fort McHenry section commenced January 22, 1952, and was in progress at the end of the fiscal year. A total of 603,358 cubic yards (place measure) of mate- rial was removed and deposited on the authorized dumping area in Chesapeake Bay at Kent Island, Md. Maintenance dredging in connection with the above new work con- tracts to restore previous project dimensions in the Brewerton-Fort McHenry angle and a portion of the Fort McHenry section was con- tinued and in progress at the end of the fiscal year. Totals of 70,317 and 6,642 cubic yards (place measure) of materials, respectively, were removed and deposited on the authorized dumping area in Chesapeake Bay at Kent Island, Md. Maintenance dredging was accomplished by the United States hop- per dredge Goethals to restore project dimensions in the Craighill- cutoff angle, cutoff section, cutoff-Brewerton angle, Riverview anchor- age No. 1, Curtis Bay and Ferry Bar sections, and the connecting channel to the C. & D. Canal between the periods July 2, 1951, to September 29, 1951, and February 28, 1952, to June 2, 1952. A total of 2,053,234 cubic yards of material (place measure) was removed and deposited on authorized dumping areas. A condition survey, and an estimate of yardage of shoal material, was made during the fiscal year, by hired labor, in the Craighill-cutoff angle, cutoff-Brewerton angle, Riverview anchorage Nos. 1, and 2, and the connecting channel to the C. & D. Canal. The total costs were $1,317,734.40, of which $619,379.65 was for new work and $698,354.75 was for maintenance. The total expenditures were $1,151,288.37. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, excluding the York Spit Channel, which is under jurisdiction of the Norfolk district, is about 68 percent complete. The work remaining to be done, excluding York Spit Channel, is the deepening of the remaining portion of the Fort McHenry section from previous project depth of 35 feet to 39 feet; completion of that portion of the Brewerton-Fort McHenry angle outside the previously dredged 800-foot width; completion of the Ferry Bar section from Port Covington entrance channel to Ferry Bar; and completion of the Spring Garden section, including a turning basin, from Ferry Bar to the Western Maryland Railway bridge. 316 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The controlling dimensions are as follows : Section Depth (feet) Width (feet) Date ascertained Craighill entrance........................................... 38. 0 600 February 1949. Craighill---.......-- ....................--....................---------------------------------------.. 38. 2 600 May 1951. Craighill-cutoff angle....................................... 39. 0 600-1, 729 June 1952. Cutoff-. ------------ _----------------------- 38. 3 500 January 1952. Cutoff-Brewerton angle__-----------....---. ---------. --- 39. 0 600-1, 540 June 1952. Brewerton section ------------------------------------- 39. 0 600 May 1951. Brewerton, Fort McHenry angle_._._..-- --- ......--.. -- - 41. 0 600 September 1951. Fort McHenry .....----------------------------------------..................................... 36. 0 500 January 1952. Northwest Branch (inner harbor): East side------------ . ------------------------- 35.0 950 December 1947. West side channel___-----__ -- __----__ ---------- 35. 0 550 June 1950. Turning basin_ --------------------------.. ----. - 30. 0 950-1, 200 December 1947. Curtis Bay...__... ________.................... ..... ____... 35. 0 200 October 1951. Ferry Bar (to a point opposite Western Maryland Ry. piers)_ 35.0 200 October 1951. Ferry Bar (Western Maryland Ry. piers to Ferry Bar) --.... 19. 0 170 January 1950. Spring Garden Channel (Ferry Bar to Hanover St. Bridge) 19. 0 180 January 1950. Spring Garden Channel (to old southwest Baltimore 9. 5 250 August 1938. Channel). Connecting channel to the Inland Waterway from Delaware 27. 0 400 June 1952. River to Chesapeake Bay. Quarantine anchorage .----------------------------------.................................... 35. 0 450 May 1951. FortMcHenry anchorage ------------- ------------------- 34. 0 400 July 1946. Riverview anchorage No. 1-............____ .............. . 36. 0 1, 500 July 1946. Riverview anchorage No. 2..._............................. 22. 0 1, 200 October 1950. Curtis Creek: Main channel ---_-.... ----- ___-----------------. 35. 0 200 June 1948. Approach channel to ordnance depot--_.------------ 22. 0 200 July 1941. Southerly anchorage area_--- ----------- ___ --- 15. 5 450 July 1941. Easterly anchorage a'ea _ _--------------------. 18. 2 320 July 1941. Channel to Arundel Cove ---------------------------- 19. 4 200 April 1946. Channel in Arundel Cove ________-_-_-_-__------- ... 21. 1 100 April 1946. Anchorage basin in front of Coast Guard yard.......... 20. 5 700 April 1946. The total costs under the existing project (including York Spit Channel prior to fiscal year 1942) were $13,706,834.20 of which $7,186,500.54 was for new work and $6,520,333.66 was for maintenance. The total expenditures were $13,510,882.68. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $700,523.79, plus accounts receivable, $9,028.55, plus allotments during fiscal year 1953 of $497,000 for new work operations and $425,000 for maintenance operations, a total of $1,631,552.34 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_ ------------- $204, 980. 07 New work: Dredging, by contract, to widen the Brewerton-Fort McHenry angle from the 800-foot dredged width to project dimensions and to provide project dimensions in a portion of the Fort McHenry section, Sept. 15, 1952, to Apr. 15, 1953----------- 497, 000. 00 Continue dredging, by contract, to provide project dimensions in a portion of the Fort McHenry section July 1, 1952, to Sept. 30, 1952-------------- ----------- ------------- 415, 094. 76 Total new work ------------------------------ 912,094. 76 RIVERS AND HARBORS--BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 317 Maintenance: Continue dredging, by contract, for the removal of all material to the previous project depth of 35 feet in a portion of the Fort McHenry section, July 1, 1952, to Sept. 30, 1952-------- $29, 477.51 Dredging, by contract, for the removal of all material to the previous project depth of 35 feet in the remaining portion of the Brewerton-Fort McHenry angle and a portion of the Fort McHenry section, Sept. 15, 1952, to Apr. 15, 1953 70, 000. 00------------ Dredging, by Government plant and hired labor, to restore project dimensions in the Craighill-cutoff angle, cutoff section and the cutoff-Brewerton angle, Mar. 15, 1953, to June 30, 1953------------------------------------------8 370, 000.00 Condition surveys and maps of the Craighill-cutoff angle, cutoff section, cutoff-Brewerton angle, and the Fort McHenry sec- tion by hired labor, July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953---------.... 22, 500. 00 Miscellaneous inspection and reports by hired labor, July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953-- ------------ _----------- 22,500. 00 Total maintenance--...----- ----.---.---... 514, 477. 51 Total for all work------------ --------------- 1,631,552.34 The additional sum of $875,000 can be profitably expended dur- ing fiscal year 1954 for the following schedule of work: New work: Continue deepening of the main channel to Baltimore Harbor (Fort McHenry section) to provide project dimensions, by contract, Sept. 15, 1953, to Apr. 15, 1954--.----. ------------- $500, 000 Maintenance: Dredging, by Government plant and hired labor, in sections of the main channel to Baltimore Harbor between Craighill entrance and Fort McHenry April 1, 1954, to June 30, 1954------------- 300, 000 Dredging, by contract, for the removal of all material to the pre- vious project depth of 35 feet in a portion of the Fort McHenry section, Sept. 15, 1953, to Apr. 15, 1954- .-------------------- 15, 000 Condition Surveys and maps of sections of the main channel to Baltimore Harbor, by hired labor, July 1, 1953, to June 30, 1954 ---------------------------------------------- 30, 000 Miscellaneous inspection and reports, by hired labor, July 1, 1953, to June 30, 1954--------------------------------------------30, 000 Total------- --------- -------------- --- 875, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated- ........ $384,000.00 $862, 400.00 $650,000.00 $650, 000. 00 $800,000. 00 $16,365,598.70 Cost ..-----------.... 1, 005, 447. 44 1, 055, 484.02 82, 363. 91 1, 029, 700. 49 619, 379.65 15, 950, 503. 94 Expenditures--------. 986, 443. 86j1, 043, 076. 15 71, 554. 28 1, 040, 487. 81 620, 568. 62 15, 921, 371. 49 Maintenance: Appropriated---------........ 50, 000. 00 313, 978. 67 461, 435. 54 431, 491.39 369, 500. 00 7, 009. 612. 94 Cost--------------- 107, 568. 54 323, 904. 76 445, 013. 55 42, 072. 74 698, 354. 75 6, 920, 135. 43 Expenditures .---------109, 781. 45i 317, 679.54 381,403.02 106, 397. 26 530, 719. 75 6,753,316.36 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 .___.......... $54,881. 08 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953 .......... 497, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953_- _ 551, 881.08 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-----_ _ _ 2, 451, 400. 00 245554-53-vol. 1----21 318 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 2. BALTIMORE HARBOR, MD., COLLECTION AND REMOVAL OF DRIFT Location.-The project applies to Baltimore Harbor, Md., and its tributaries. Existing project.-This provides for the collection and removal of drift from Baltimore Harbor and its tributary waters, and author- izes the Secretary of the Army to allot such amounts as may be necessary for the work from appropriations for maintenance and improvement of existing river and harbor works or other available appropriations, and that this work shall be carried as a separate and distinct project. It is wholly a work of maintenance. The purpose of the work is to afford relief from variable conditions of obstruction. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of June 30, 1948. Terminal facilities.-Describedin the report for Baltimore Harbor and channels, Md. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Operations, by hired labor, consisted of the collection and disposal of 28,242 cubic feet (221 cords) of driftwood, ranging from small blocks up to timbers of large dimensions. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $33,759.40. The total expenditures were $34,603.93. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is one of con- tinuous maintenance for which no percentage of completion exists. Navigation has been made safer by continual patrol of the harbor and removal of drift material. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $146,822.06. The total expenditures were $146,513.06. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $1,405.58, minus accounts payable $309.00, plus $30,000 allotted for fiscal year 1953, a total of $31,096.58 maintenance funds, will be applied to the continuance of the collection and removal of driftwood, by hired labor, July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953. Additional maintenance funds in the amount of $60,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for collection and removal of drift, by hired labor, in Baltimore Harbor and its tributary waters. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-- ........ ............ ............ $60,000.00 $57,918. 64 $30, 000.00 $147,918. 64 Cost.................. ............ ............ 57, 918. 64 55, 144. 02 33, 759. 40 146, 822. 06 Expenditures......... ............ ............ 59, 112. 67 52, 796. 46 34, 603. 93 146, 513. 06 3. CHESTER RIVER, MD. Location.-ChesterRiver rises in Kent County, Del., flows in a gen- erally southwesterly direction, and empties into Chesapeake Bay. Its total length is about 50 miles. Kent Island Narrows is a passage con- necting Chester River and Eastern Bay. Wells Cove is an indentation on the easterly side of Kent Island Narrows about 0.4 mile south of RIVERS AND HARBORS-BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 319 the highway bridge crossing the Narrows. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 548 and 1226.) Previous projects.-The original project for the main river was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1881. For further details, see page 333 of annual report for 1935. Existing project.--This provides for a channel 6 feet deep at mean low water and 60 feet wide from Crumpton to Jones Landing, the length of the section included in the project being about 5.5 miles, the lower end of the section being about 37 miles above the mouth of the river; for a channel 7 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet wide from Chester River to Eastern Bay through Kent Island Narrows; and a channel 7 feet deep at mean low water and 75 feet wide, extend- ing from the 7-foot depth curve in Kent Island Narrows 800 feet into Wells Cove with a basin of the same depth and 300 feet square at the head of the channel. The mean range of tide is 2.4 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $48,000, ex- clusive of the amount expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $2,200. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1873, and September 19, 1890 (H. Ex. Doc. 65, 51st Cong., 1st sess.), and June 30, 1948 (H. Doc. 380, 80th Cong., 1st sess.). Maps of the locality are printed in House Documents 797 and 1587, Sixty- third Congress, second and third sessions, respectively, and in House Document 380, Eightieth Congress, first session. Local cooperation.--Fully complied with except that local interests are required to furnish spoil disposal areas for future maintenance of the Wells Cove section of the project. Assurances of local coopera- tion were accepted by the Secretary of the Army on February 16, 1950. Terminal facilities.-Thereare two bulkhead wharves on the Chester River section, in poor condition, with dockage room of 100 and 120 feet, and available depths of 2 and 6 feet, respectively. In Kent Island Narrows there are 8 timber pile wharves adjacent to crab and oyster houses, in fair condition, aggregating approximately 700 lineal feet of dockage, with available depths of from 3 to 13 feet. In Wells Cove there is a small wharf, a small marine railway and a pub- lic landing. All of the facilities are privately owned except the public .landing on Wells Cove. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is about 72 percent complete. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is to widen the channel from the 75-foot dredged width to the 100-foot project width in the Kent Island Narrows section. The controlling depths, at mean low water were 2.4 feet from Crumpton to Jones Landing, ascertained in October 1946; 7.2 feet in the Kent Island Narrows section from Eastern Bay to the bridge and 7.0 feet from the bridge to Chester River, ascertained in May 1950; 7.3 feet in the Eastern Bay section, ascertained in August 1948; and 7.0 feet in the channel and anchorage basin in Wells Cove, ascertained in May 1950. The total costs and expenditures of the existing project were $138,804.83, of which $32,453.05 was for new work, and $106,351.78 was for maintenance. 320 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.-Nofunds are available and no work is sched- uled for fiscal year 1953. The additional sum of $32,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for the following schedule of work: Maintenance: Condition survey of the Kent Island Narrows section, by hired labor, July 1, 1953, to July 30, 1953------------------------- $2, 000 Dredging, by contract, to restore the Kent Island Narrows section to authorized dimensions, Sept. 1, 1953, to Apr. 30, 1954--- ------ 30, 000 Total ------------------------ ---------------------- 32, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June _ _ 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--------------------------- $16,400.00 -$2, 007.79 ------------ $70, 494.51 Cost__----------- ------------ ----------- 14, 316. 51 75. 70 ------------ 70, 494.51 Expenditures.....---------------------------- 13, 292. 35 1,099. 86 ............------------ 70, 494. 51 Maintenance: Appropriated---------......... $181.67 $3, 000.00 14, 900. 00 -643. 86 ............------------ 106, 351. 78 Cost .............----------------- 185. 91 2, 895. 97 14,140. 60 219.57 ------------............ 106, 351. 78 Expenditures--------......... 1,043.24 ------------ 16,044. 10 1, 212. 04 ------------ 106, 351. 78 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project-$1------------------ $5, 547 4. CHOPTANK RIVER, MD. Location.-Choptank River rises in Delaware, below Dover, and flows in a generally southwesterly direction to Cambridge, Md., where it turns to the northwest and empties into Chesapeake Bay south of Tilghman Island, Md. The head of navigation is at Greensboro, Md., about 60 miles above the mouth of the river. The total length of the river is about 70 miles. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1225.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 75 feet wide and 8 feet deep at mean low water from Denton to Greensboro, the length of the section included in the project being about 8 miles, the lower. end of the section being about 46 miles above the mouth of the river, and for a channel through Pealiquor Shoal (about 2 miles below Denton) 8 feet deep and 100 feet wide. The mean range of tide is about 2 feet, and the extreme tidal range is 4.6 feet. The cost of new work for the completed project was $84,296. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $3,300. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 14, 1880 (S. Ex. Doc. 66, 46th Cong., 2d sess.; and annual report for 1880, p. 634); and modified by the River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930 (H. Doc. 188, 70th Cong., 1st sess.), the last-mentioned act providing for the channel through Pealiquor Shoal. The latest published map is in the last-mentioned document. Local cooperation.-None. Terminal facilities.--The terminal facilities at Denton consist of RIVERS AND HARBORS-BALTIMORE, MD,, DISTRICT 321 about 500 feet of bulkhead wharf and three open-pile piers, some of which are equipped with warehouses, but have no mechanical freight-handling devices. These wharves are privately owned and open to the public at reasonable rates. They are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- pleted in 1931. The controlling depths, at mean low water, were 5.6 feet in the Pealiquor Shoal section, ascertained in April 1950 and 3.5 feet in the remainder of the project, ascertained in May 1946. The total costs and expenditures were $113,251.23 of which $84,296.34 was for new work, and $28,954.89 was for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment during fiscal year 1953 of $21,000 will be applied to maintenance dredging, by contract, to re- store the Pealiquor Shoal section to project dimensions, October 1, 1952 to 31 May 1953. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated.......------------ --- --------- ------------ ------------ ------------ $84, 296.34 Cost---------------------------- - ---------------------------------------. 84,296.34 Expenditures--------...................-------...---------.......--------------- ---------................--------............84, 296. 34 Maintenance: Appropriated...-------.......---------------------- $708.31 ------------------------ 28, 954.89 Cost_ --------------------------- ------ 708.31 ...... ..----- 28,954.89 Expenditures_----- ---------------- -------- 708. 31 ---------------------- 28, 954. 89 5. HONGA RIVER AND TAR BAY (BARREN ISLAND GAPS), MD. Location.-Honga River is a tidal estuary of Chesapeake Bay and penetrates Dorchester County on the Eastern Shore of Maryland between Hoopers Island and the Mainland; Tar Bay is a water area between Barren Island and the mainland peninsula and Hoopers Island. Fishing Creek connects Tar Bay and Honga River. Back Creek is a branch of Honga River extending into upper Hooper Island, the mouth is about 2 miles south of Fishing Creek (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1224.) Existing project.--This provides for a channel 60 feet wide and 7 feet deep at mean low water from the 7-foot contour in Chesapeake Bay, through Tar Bay and Fishing Creek to the 7-foot contour in Honga River, a length of 25,300 feet; and for a channel in Back Creek 7 feet deep and 60 feet wide from the 7-foot depth curve in Honga River to a point near the head of Back Creek, with a turning basin of the same depth, 150 feet long and 200 feet wide at the head of the channel, a length of about 5,500 feet. The mean range of tide is about 1.4 feet. The estimate of cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $73,000. The latest (1950) approved estimate of cost of annual maintenance is 322 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 $7,000. The existing project was adopted under the provisions of the Emergency Relief Appropriation Act of 1935 and by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935 (Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 35, 74th Cong., 1st sess.), and modified by the River and Harbor Act of June 30, 1948. (H. Doc. 580, 80th Cong., 2d sess.). Maps are published in the project documents. Local cooperation.-The project was modified subject to the condi- tions that local interests provide, without cost to the United States, all necessary lands, easements, rights-of-way, and disposal areas for execution of the project and for subsequent maintenance, as and when required; hold and save the United States free from damages due to construction and maintenance of the project; and provide and main- tain, without cost to the United States, a suitable public landing and approach channel. Local interests have constructed the public land- ing, have made available sufficient spoil-disposal areas and are pre- pared to dredge the approach channel to the landing at the time the project is dredged. Terminal facilities.-Numerous small private wharves are scattered along Fishing Creek and Back Creek. A public wharf, four oyster houses and a marine railway are located on Back Creek. The facili- ties are adequate for existing and reasonably prospective commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.--A condition survey and an estimate of yardage of shoal material was made of the completed portion of the project during June 1952. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $2,989.10. The total expenditures were $1,490.55. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is about 39 percent complete. The channel from Chesapeake Bay, through Tar Bay and Fishing Creek to Honga River was completed in 1935. The work remaining to be done is the Back Creek section of the project, which was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of June 30, 1948. The controlling depth in the Honga River and Tar Bay section of the project was 4.5 feet, at mean low water, ascertained in June 1952. The condition of the Back Creek section is as described in the project document. The total costs were $83,055.92, of which $27,667.94 (Emer- gency Relief Funds) and $950.71 (regular funds) were for new work and $54,437.27 was for maintenance. The total expenditures were $81,557.37. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $1,009.45 maintenance funds, will be applied to completion of a con- dition survey by hired labor. The additional sum of $44,400 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for the following schedule of work: New work: Dredging, by contract, to provide a channel 60 feet wide and 7 feet deep, from that depth in Honga River to a point near the head of Back Creek with turning basin of the same depth, 150 feet long and 200 feet wide at the head of the channel, as authorized by the River and Harbor Act of June 30, 1948. July 1, 1953, to Aug. 31, 1953 --------------------------------------------------- $44, 400 RIVERS AND HARBORS-BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 323 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated___--- ---------- ----------- $42,000.00 -$41,049.29 ------------ $28, 618. 6 Cost-----_ --------------- ________ 868.42 82.29 ............ 1 28, 618.65 Expenditures.-___--_ _______-_ _----------- 857.08 93. 63 ..........------------.. 1 28, 618.65 Maintenance: Appropriated _---__ $34, 290. 13 ------------------------------- $2, 500. 00 53, 948.17 Cost--- ------------. 34, 290.13 - 2, 989.10 54,437.27 Expenditures.------- .....-----------....- 37, 221.69 ......------------ ..... ..........------------ 1,490.55 52, 938. 72 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project__ 400 $--------------- 1 Includes $27, 667.94 Emergency Relief Funds. 6. NANTICOKE RIVER (INCLUDING NORTHWEST FORK), DEL. AND MD. Location.-The headwaters of Nanticoke River consist of numerous branches rising mainly in the northern portion of Sussex County, Del. The river is about 50 miles long and flows in a southwesterly direction from its source to Tangier Sound. The Northwest Fork is a branch of the Nanticoke which rises in Kent County, Del., and flows past Federalsburg, Md., in a generally southerly direction through Dorchester County, Md., to its junction with the main river opposite Riverton, Md. It is about 30 miles in length. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 77.) Previous projects.-The original project for the Nanticoke River was adopted August 18, 1894. For further details see page 1790 of annual report for 1915, and page 378 of annual report for 1938. There has been no previous project for Northwest Fork. Existing project.-Nanticoke: This provides for a channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the 12-foot contour in Tangier Sound to the highway bridge at Seaford, Del. The length of the sections included in the project is about 11 miles, extending over 32 miles of the river; the lower end of the first section of the project is about 8 miles above the mouth of the river. The mean range of tide is 3.4 feet and the extreme tidal range is 4.3 feet. Northwest Fork: This provides for dredging a channel 6 feet deep and 60 feet wide at mean low water from upper Browns wharf to within one-half mile of the southern boundary of the town of Federals- burg, with a turning basin at the upper end. The length of the section included in the project is about 51/4 miles, and its lower end is 113/4 miles above the mouth of the river. The mean range of tide is 2.6 feet, and the extreme tidal range is 3.3 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $139,000, 'exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $3,200. 324 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 3,1896 A 9-foot channel, 100 feet wide up to Seaford, Del., H. Doe. 323, 53d Cong., 3d sess., with a turning basin. and Annual Report 1895, p. 1165. June 25,1910 Slight widening between the bridges in the harbor H. Doc. 674, 61st Cong., 2d sess. at Seaford, Del. A channel 6 feet deep, 60 feet wide in Northwest Do-....... H. Doc. 869, 60th Cong., 1st sess. Fork, together with turning basin. Mar. 2,1945 A channel 12 feet deep, 100 feet wide from the 12-foot S. Doc. 69, 77th Cong., 1st sess. contour in Tangier Sound to the highway bridge (Contains published map.) at Seaford. Local cooperation.-Localinterests are required to furnish free of cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas necessary for the improvement and for subsequent maintenance, when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. It is believed that these conditions will be met. Terminal facilities.-The waterfront at Seaford consists largely of unconnected pile and timber bulkhead wharves with earth fills. One public wharf is used principally for unloading fuel oil for the local utility plant. The remaining wharves are privately owned. A rail siding extends along a considerable portion of the waterfront and offers facilities for interchange of rail and water traffic. Existing - terminals are reasonably adequate for present and prospective commerce. The terminal facilities on the Northwest Fork are all privately owned and open to general public use. They consist of one solid bulkhead wharf of 80-foot frontage and three landings each with 60-foot frontage. The depths of water are from 2 to 8 feet. The landings are log revetments backed by earth fill and are in poor condition. Operations and results during fiscal year.-A condition survey and an estimate of yardage of shoal material to be removed to restore the channel in Nanticoke River to Seaford, Del., to authorized dimensions was made during May 1952. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $2,759.96. The total expenditures were $4,186.86. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is 48 percent complete. The 9-foot channel to Seaford, Del., was completed in 1911 and the channel in the Northwest Fork was completed in 1912. The work remaining to be done is the deepening to 12 feet of the channel from Tangier Sound to the highway bridge at Seaford. The con- trolling depth is 9 feet at mean low water in Nanticoke River, ascer- tained in May 1952, and 5 feet at mean low water in the Northwest Fork, ascertained in September 1921. The total costs of the existing project were $81,508.81, of which $43,815.31 was for new work, and $37,693.50 was for maintenance. The total expenditures were $82,935.71. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $813.14 plus accounts receivable, $1,426.90, a total of $2,240.04 main- tenance funds, will be applied to completion of a condition survey of the Nanticoke River, during July 1952 by hired labor. The additional sum of $95,200 can be profitably expended during RIVERS AND HARBORS---BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 325 fiscal year 1954 for new work dredging, by contract, to complete the project, July 1, 1953, to October 31, 1953. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June .. ..... . 30, 1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---........ ..........-----------...........-------------------------------- $48,815. 31 -.................--------.......... Cost ------------------------------------------- ------------ 48,815.31 Expenditures----..... ------------ ------------ ---------.----------------------- 48, 815. 31 Maintenance: Appropriated--------.........--------............----- ------------ ....---------------...........--------............ $5, 000.00 39, 933.54 Cost----..........------ -------------------------------.... -----------.. 2,759.96 37,693.50 Expenditures-------------- --------- ----------------------- 4,186. 86 39,120. 40 Other new work data : Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project__ ------------------- $95, 200 7. UPPER THOROUGHFARE, DEAL ISLAND, MD. Location.-This is a natural waterway lying between Deal Island and the mainland of Somerset County, Md., on the eastern shore of Chesapeake Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1224.) Previous projects.-An appropriation was made in 1882, the work done being limited to surveys. For further details, see page 382, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for an entrance channel from Tangier Sound 9 feet deep and 100 feet wide, thence of irregular width to and along the south shore of the thoroughfare, protected by two stone breakwaters at the entrance, the north breakwater being about 410 feet long and the south breakwater being about 310 feet long, with a turning basin at the inner end 9 feet deep on the south side of the channel to within 50 feet of the bulkhead along the south shore, an anchorage area 6 feet deep and 150 feet wide extending across the waterway parallel to the highway bridge to within 50 feet of the bulk- head on the south shore, and an anchorage area of 650 feet long, 300 feet wide, and 9 feet deep on the north side of the channel between the breakwater and the 6-foot anchorage. The mean range of tide is about 2 feet. The cost of new work for the completed project was $62,116. The latest (1950) approved estimate of cost for annual maintenance is $3,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 30,19351 A 9-foot channel 75 feet wide protected by break- Rivers and Harbors Committee water at the entrance, with turning basin at the Doc. 37, 72d Cong., 1st sess. inner end and anchorage area 6 feet deep and 150 feet wide. Aug. 26,1937 Widening the entrance channel to 100 feet, extending H. Doc. 76, 75th Cong., 1st sess. the 9-foot turning basin and 6-foot anchorage, and (Contains latest published map.) dredging an additional anchorage area on the north side of the channel. 1 Included in Public Works Administration program, Sept. 16, 1933. 326 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.--Local interests are required by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935, to provide a suitable dock at the turn- ing basin, which shall be open to the public on just and equal terms; to build a dike for retaining dredged material along the south shore of the thoroughfare west of the bridge; to provide necessary lands behind the dike for the deposit of dredged material; and to construct a suitable road for free public use along the waterfront connecting with the local road system. Fully complied with. Approved by the Chief of Engineers June 13, 1939. Under the River and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937, local interests are required to furnish free of cost to the United States necessary rights-of-way and suitable spoil-disposal areas for new work and subsequent maintenance as required. It is provided further that the work of improvement shall not be undertaken until local interests have constructed or entered into firm contract for the construction of a suit- able public wharf at the turning basin in accordance with plans ap- proved by the Chief of Engineers, together with a suitable road along the waterfront connecting with the local road system. All conditions of local cooperation have been met and approved by the Chief of Engineers June 13, 1939. Terminal facilities.--There is a small packing-house wharf on the shore of Tangier Sound south of the project channel; two small pack- ing houses along the approach channel at which the sea food is landed; and a public wharf at the turning basin with a suitable road connecting it with the road system. Operations and results during fiscal year.--A condition survey and an estimate of yardage of shoal material to be removed to restore the project to authorized dimensions was commenced during June 1952. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $359.30. There were no expenditures. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The existing project was com- pleted in 1939. The controlling depths, at mean low water, were 3.6 feet in the channel and 5.7 feet in the turning basin; 3.8 feet in an- chorage basin parallel to the highway bridge and 3.4 feet in anchorage basin on the north side of channel, ascertained in June 1952. The total costs were $68,580.24, of which $24,772.94 (regular funds) and $37,342.70 (Public Works funds) was for new work and $6,464.60 (regular funds) was for maintenance. The total expenditures were $68,220.94. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $3,500, plus an allotment of $43,000 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $46,500, maintenance funds will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952--------------___----------------- $359. 30 Maintenance: Complete condition survey of the project, by hired labor, during July 1952----------- ------ -- --- 3,140. 70 Dredging, by contract, to restore the project to authorized dimen- sions, Oct. 1, 1952, to May 31, 1953__-------------------- :43, 000. 00 Total maintenance------- -------------------- __.. 46,140.70 Total ------------------ -- --- 00 46, 500.00. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. RIVERS AND HARBORS---BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 327 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: ............-----------........................----------- Appropriated------......... ------------ ------------ ............------.......... $62,445.73 Cost-_--------------------- Expenditures,-- --------------------------------------------- ----------------------- ----------------------------------- 162,445.73 62,445. 73 Maintenance: Appropriated--------- ---------- ------------ $636. 01 $391.37 $3,500. 00 9, 605. 30 .......................-----------.. Cost---------------- 636. 01 ------------ 391.37 359. 30 6, 464. 60 Expenditures..-------.......------------............ 636. 01 ............ 391. 37 ------------ 6, 105. 30 1 Includes $37,342.70 Public Works funds. 8. POCOMOKE RIVER, MD. Location.-This river is a tributary of Pocomoke Sound, an estuary of and on the easterly side of Chesapeake Bay about 40 miles north of Cape Charles, Va. Previous project.-The original project for Pocomoke River was adopted June 18, 1878, and modified by the River and Harbor Act of August 5, 1886. For further details see page 1789, annual report for 1915, and page 385, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 7 feet deep and 100 feet wide from that depth in Pocomoke Sound through "The Muds" to deep water in the river; and a channel 9 feet deep at mean low water and 100 to 130 feet wide from Shad Landing to above the bridge at Snow Hill, widened to 150 feet to form a turning basin at the upper end, the length of the section included in the project being about 4.5 miles, the lower end of the section being about 25.7 miles above the mouth of the river. The mean range of tide is 2.5 feet and the extreme tidal range is 3.7 feet. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $183,000 exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate of cost for annual maintenance is $21,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 3,1896 A 9-foot channel from Shad Landing to Snow Hill ... Annual report for 1895, p. 1167. 1 Aug. 30,1935 For a channel 7 feet deep and 100 feet wide from H. Doc. 227, 74th Cong., 1st sess. Pocomoke Sound to Pocomoke River. Mar. 2,1945 Extension of channel above bridge at Snow Hill, H. Doc. 429, 76th Cong., 1st sess.i 100 feet wide, 9 feet deep, widened to 150 feet to form a turning basin at the upper end. 1 Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with except that local interests are required to furnish releases from damage to oyster beds and spoil- disposal areas as required for future maintenance. Local interests are also required under the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, to contribute one-half the initial cost of extending the channel above the bridge at Snow Hill, but not to exceed $4,250; furnish free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way and spoil dis- 328 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 posal areas. Local interests are continuing their efforts to comply with these requirements. Terminal facilities.-The present waterfronts at Pocomoke City and at Snow Hill consist of pile and timber bulkheads with earth fills. Some have warehouses and factories with mechanical handling facili- ties and rail sidings. Practically all are privately owned; most of them are in bad repair. Any appreciable increase in commerce at Pocomoke City would necessitate the construction of a new terminal and the repair of existing terminals. Considerable land areas are available for the development of additional terminals if and when needed. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenanceoperations consisted of a condition survey and an estimate of yardage of shoal material in "The Muds" section of the project, by hired labor, during February 1952. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $2,197.87. The total expenditures were $2,264.05. Condition at end of fisoal year.-The existing project is 90 percent complete. The work remaining to be done is the extension of the channel to above the bridge at Snow Hill. The controlling depth was 6.5 feet, at mean low water, through "The Muds" to deep water in the river on east side of Williams Point, in midchannel for half-project width, ascertained in February 1952, and 9 feet in the section in Pocomoke River from Shad Landing to Snow Hill, ascertained March 1948. The condition of the section above the bridge at Snow Hill is as contained in the project document. The total costs were $343,828.44, of which $161,926.43 was for new work and $181,902.01 was for main- tenance. The total expenditures were $343,894.62. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $87,735.95, plus accounts receivable, $66.18, a total of $87,802.13, will be applied to maintenance dredging, by contract, to restore "The Muds" section of the project, September 1, 1952, to December 15, 1952. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---------.... ---------- $6,000. 00 ----------- $5, 531.40 ------------ $182,426.43 Cost.....-------------...........------------ 428. 43 $40. 17 ..............-------------------......... 182, 426. 43 Expenditures.........------.. 422. 51 47. 32 -1.23 ---.----. 182, 426. 43 Maintenance Appropriated-------........ $4,300. 00 91,222. 00 -2, 403. 36 ........-----------... $90, 000.00 269, 704.14 Cost....----------------4, 222. 43 75, 181. 82 13, 714. 39 ............------------ 2, 197. 87 181,902. 01 Expenditures---.....------.... --------- 73, 058. 83 ............-- 20, 059. 81---------- 2,264. 05 181, 968.19 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_ ------- -- $21, 100 9. TWITCH COVE AND BIG THOROUGHFARE RIVER, MD. Location.-This is a tidal waterway about 4 miles long traversing Smith Island, Md., in a southeasterly direction from Chesapeake Bay on the west to Tangier Sound on the east. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1224.) RIVERS AND HARBORS--BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 329 Existing project.-This provides for a channel 7 feet deep at mean low water and 60 feet wide from Twitch Cove on Tangier Sound through Big Thoroughfare River, thence through the canal at Ewell, Md., thence through Levering Creek and Big Thoroughfare River to the vicinity of Swan Point, thence of the same depth and 100 feet wide through the offshore bar to deep water in Chesapeake Bay, with twin stone jetties at the entrance, the north jetty being about 2,080 feet long, and the south jetty being about 1,800 feet long; an anchor- age basin 7 feet deep, 100 feet wide and 700 feet long connecting with the west side of the existing project channel at Ewell; extension of the existing project channel in Levering Creek, 6 feet deep, and 60 feet wide and 1,000 feet long; and for a channel 4 feet deep and 25 feet wide around the point between Big Thoroughfare River and Tylers River. The mean range of tide is 1.7 feet, and the extreme tidal range is 3 feet under ordinary conditions. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $190,700. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $5,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 25,1912 A channel 4 feet deep and 25 feet wide from Tangier H. Doc. 285, 62d Cong., 2d sess. Sound into Big Thoroughfare River, and one of the same dimensions around the point beween said river and Tylers River. July 3, 1930 A channel 5 feet deep at mean low water and 25 feet H. Doc. 313, 71st Cong., 2d sess. wide from Twitch Cove on Tangier Sound through Big Thoroughfare River to a point on Levering Creek about 800 feet north of the canal at Ewell, Md. Aug. 30, 1935 A channel 7 feet deep and 60 feet wide from Twitch Rivers and Harbors Committee, Cove through Big Thoroughfare River to a point Doc. 67, 74th Cong., 1st sess. on Levering Creek about 800 feet north of the canal at Ewell, Md. June 20,1938 Present project dimensions of the main channel with Rivers and Harbors Committee, twin jetties at the entrance. Doc. 49, 75th Cong., 2d sess. (Contains latest published maps.) May 17,1950 Anchorage basin 7 feet deep, 100 feet wide and 700 H. Doc. 340, 81st Cong., 1st sesas. feet long on west side of project channel at Ewell, Md., and an extension of the existing project chan- nel in Levering Creek, 6 feet deep, 60 feet wide, and 1,000 feet long. Local cooperation.--Local interests are required to (a) furnish without cost to the United States, all lands, rights-of-way, and spoil disposal areas for construction and maintenance of the improvement, when and as required; (b) hold and save the United States free from all damages due to the construction and maintenance of the improve- ment; (c) acquire and reserve for public use an adequate land area adjacent to the anchorage basin with suitable access thereto; and (d) remove all structures within the limits of the proposed improvement. It is believed that these conditions will be met. Terminal facilities.-There are numerous privately owned pile and timber wharves and bulkheads at Ewell which are open to the public for business transactions with the owners. A county wharf is also located at the west end of the town. Five crab houses are situated on Levering Creek, and one oyster house is located on the project waterway west of the town of Ewell. 330 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance operations consisted of a condition survey and an estimate of yardage of shoal material in that portion of the project channel between the twin jetties at Swan Point and the Chesapeake Bay, by hired labor, dur- ing September 1951. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $4,006.60, the total expenditures were $4,051.90. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in November 1940, except for the work authorized by the River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950. The project as a whole is 87 percent complete. The controlling depths, at mean low water, are as follows: 6.5 feet from Tangier Sound to Ewell; thence 5.9 feet to deep water in Chesapeake Bay, and 5.0 feet in the channel in Tylers River, as- certained in September 1951. The condition of the portion of the project authorized by the River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, is as described in the project document. The north and south jetties have settled in several places. The total costs were $234,865.10, of which $164,174.53 was for new work and $70,690.57 was for mainte- nance. The total expenditures were $234,910.40. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $40,948.10, plus accounts receivable, $45.30, a total of $40,993.40, will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Partial repair of north jetty, by contract, September 1, 1952 to December 15, 1952--2--------- --------------------- $20,000. 00 Dredging, by contract, to restore project channels to authorized dimensions, March 15, 1953 to June 30, 1953-- Total -------------------------------------- 20, 993. 40 ------------ 40, 993. 40 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: ........-----.............................--------..--------------------............-------............ Appropriated------------ 53 $-----164,174. Cost--_-- ---- _------------------------------------_-----------------_ 164,174.53 Expenditures ......------------.....-----------------------------------------............................................... 164,174. 53 Maintenance: Appropriated------- ---------- $6,893.00 $25, 000.00 -$11,467.76 $45,000.00 111, 683. 97 Cost ..-------------------------- 2, 762. 90 14, 708. 70 2, 953. 64 4, 006. 60 70, 690. 57 Expenditures---_ ------------- --- 5, 154. 49 2, 377. 96 12, 892. 79 4, 051.90 70, 735. 87 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project-------------------- $26, 500 10. OCEAN CITY HARBOR AND INLET AND SINEPUXENT BAY, MD. Location.-Ocean City is on a barrier island between Sine- puxent Bay and the Atlantic Ocean about 35 miles south of the entrance to Delaware Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1220.) Existing project.-This provides for the construction of an in- let between the Atlantic Ocean and Sinepuxent Bay, with a depth RIVERS AND HARBORS---BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 331 of 10 feet and width of 200 feet, protected on the south side by a stone jetty 2,380 feet long and on the north side by a stone jetty projecting 1,531 feet into the Atlantic Ocean and connected on the shore to a timber and stone bulkhead 255 feet long, continuing with a rip rap dike 213 feet long and a steel sheet pile bulkhead 460 feet long, along the shore of the inlet; a channel 6 feet deep and 150 feet wide from they inlet to Green Point, and thence 100 feet wide into Chincoteague Bay; a channel 10 feet deep at mean low water, 100 feet wide, and 3,000 feet long from the inlet channel into the marsh area south of the railroad on the west side of Sinepuxent Bay, with two turning basins of the same depth; and for a channel 6 feet deep and 125 feet wide from the inlet channel to a point opposite North Eighth Street in Ocean City, thence 75 feet wide into Isle of Wight Bay. The cost of new work for the completed project was $350,193 ex- clusive of $500,000 contributed by local interests. The latest (1'950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $32,000. The mean range of ocean tide is 3.4 feet. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents 1 Aug. 30, 19352 Construction of an inlet between the Atlantic Ocean Rivers and Harbors Committee and Sinepuxent Bay, 10 feet deep and 200 feet wide, Doc. 38, 72d Cong., 1st sess. protected by jetties, a channel 8 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the inlet to Ocean City, 6 feet deep and 150 feet wide to Green Point, and 100 feet wide into Chincoteague Bay. Do..... Modification providing a 10- by 100-foot channel Rivers and Harbors Committee from the inlet to the west side of the bay with 2 Doc. 60, 74th Cong., 1st sess. turning basins, a channel 6 feet deep 125 feet wide from the inlet channel to opposite North 8th St., Ocean City, and 75 feet wide into Isle of Wight Bay. 1 Contains latest published maps. 2 Included in Public Works Administration program Sept. 16, 1933. The site chosen for the inlet under this authorization was that opened just south of Ocean City by natural forces during a severe storm in August, 1933. This eliminated the necessity for an 8-foot channel from the inlet to Ocean City. 3 Included in Emergency Relief program, 1935. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-There are two storage basins for pleasure and small commercial craft and numerous privately owned pile and timber piers and bulkhead wharves on the Sinepuxent Bay side of Ocean City. The commercial fish harbor has a public bulkhead landing about 1,000 feet long, several private bulkhead wharves open to the public for transaction of business with the owners, and a boat repair yard with a marine railway capable of handling boats up to about 150 tons. The Baltimore, Chesapeake and Atlantic Railway has a spur line parallel to and 200 feet from the commercial fish harbor. Ade- quate space is available for expansion of facilities if required. Operations and results durin fiscal year.-Emergency repairs and a condition survey of the steel sheet pile bulkhead, located along the north side of the inlet west of Baltimore Avenue were made by hired labor during April 1952. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $1,602.46. The total expenditures were $1,950.41. 332 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- pleted in 1936. The controlling dimensions are as follows: Section Depth (feet) Width (feet) Date ascertained Inlet Channel _.................-------------------------......---------------................ 12.0 200 November 1947. Commercial Fish Harbor---------------------- -------- 11.7 100 July 1948. Channel to Isle of Wight Bay: Inlet to North 9th St..................-----------------------------................ 8.0 125 October 1944. North 9th St. into Bay......------...--------------------..... 6.0 75 October 1944. Channel in Sinepuxent Bay................................. 5.0 150 July 1947. Channel in Chincoteague Bay -----------------------------. 5.0 100 July 1947. Depths refer to mean low water (Atlantic Ocean) at Ocean City, Md., which datum is lower than that in the bays. The total costs of the existing project were $861,770.78, of which $283,007.93 (Public Works funds) and $67,185.09 (Emergency Relief funds) was for new work and $511,577.76 (regular funds) was for maintenance. The total expenditures were $862,118.73. In addition, $500,000 of contributed funds was expended for new work. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $49.59, plus accounts receivable, $347.95, plus allotment during fiscal year 1953 of $55,000, a total of $55,397.54 maintenance funds, will be applied to restoration of the steel sheet pile bulkhead on the north side of the inlet west of Baltimore Avenue, by contract, September 15, 1952, to December 15, 195g. The additional sum of $150,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for partial restoration of the north stone jetty, by contract, September 15, 1953, to June 30, 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30. 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated----- ------------------------------------------------------- $350,193.02 Cost ---------------------- ---------------------- 1 350,193.02 Expenditures------- ----------------- --------------------------------- ----------- 1350,193. 02 Maintenance: Appropriated---...---.. $70,000.00 -$18,381.37 .........----------- $3, 313. 62 $2, 000.00 511, 975.30 Cost----------------- 112.877. 93 3, 218. 90 $337.00 112. 89 1, 602.46 511, 577. 76 Expenditures-......... 110, 958. 54 15, 990. 67 -390.85 112. 89 1, 950.41 511, 925.71 1 Includes $283,007.93 Public Works funds and $67,185.09 Emergency Relief funds; in addition $500,000 contributed funds were expended for new work. RIVERS AND HARBORS--BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 333 11. EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS AND CONTINGENCIES (GENERAL) The cost of this work for the fiscal year amounted to $62,861.81, of which $3,201.43 was for examinations and surveys, and $59,660.38 was for contingencies. The total expenditures were $61,115.78. The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $182.43, plus allotments for fiscal year 1953 of $13,000 for examinations and surveys and $31,- 700 for contingencies, a total of $44,882.43 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952----------------------------- $1, 944. 93 Preliminary examination, survey and review reports by hired labor, July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953-------------------------------- 12, 905. 87 Contingencies, by hired labor, July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953--------- 30, 031. 63 Total -------------------------------------------- 44, 882. 43 The additional sum of $52,200.00 is needed to be appropriated for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Preliminary examinations, surveys, and review reports, by hired labor, July 1, 1953 to June 30, 1954------------------------$20, 500. 00 Contingencies, by hired labor, July 1, 1953 to June 30, 1954- -------- 31, 700. 00 Total --------------------------------------- --------- 52, 200. 00 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-$........ $100, 000.00 $81, 650.00 $108, 724.07 $82, 421.06 $33, 250.00 $1,070. 452. 85 Cost-------------- 118, 996.13 81, 633.25 95, 030.71 72, 303.92 62, 861.81 1,072,215.35 Expenditures-......... 110, 943.62 82, 681. 16 97, 826. 71 73, 659.55 61,115. 78 1, 070, 270.42 12. PLANT ALLOTMENT, BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated....---- - -$50,000.00 -$100,000.00 ------------ ------------ $80, 100. 00 $465, 097. 97 Cost.....------------I--------- ----- --- $147, 441.13 91,247.00 368, 882.27 Expenditures .- .. -218, 756.80 87,911 72 -$11,402.45 162,424.12 50, 521.50 440,450.12 246554-53-vol. 1--22 334 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 13. INACTIVE NAVIGATION PROJECTS Cost and expenditures For last full to June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project report see amount re- annual quired to report for New work Mainte- complete nance 1. Middle River and Dark Head Creek, Md---------- ... 1947 1 $38,715.25 $2, 955. 45 () 2. Susquehanna River above and below Havre de Grace, Md.................................-------------------------------- 1950 a 293, 569. 78 89, 492. 37 $30, 700 3. N ortheast R iver M d -....-- ------- .. .. .. .. .. .. 1948 28, 488. 71 11, 802. 40 (2) 4. Elk and Little Elk Rivers, Md. 8..... 1932 7 90,121. 28 44, 342. 35 10, 100 5. Rock Hall Harbor, Md.------------------------........................... 1949 139, 757. 13 10,300.65 58,000 6. Corsica River, Md .- ............................ - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - 1948 39, 070. 85 55, 907. 69 (s) 7. Queenstown Harbor, Md.__ 1947 44, 858. 27 27, 642. 19 () 8. Channel connecting Plain Dealing Creek and Oak Creek, Md...-----..........................---------------------------------.. 1940 111.57------------ ............ 148, 400 9. Claiborne Harbor, Md............................ 1933 42, 973. 65 48, 584. 27 (s) 10. Knapps Narrows, Md...-------........-------------------.................. 1951 8 46,121.20 45, 403.14 (s) 11. Black Walnut Harbor, Md__....-.-------------- 1950 32, 631.08--........--------... (1) 12. Tilghman Island Harbor, Md.s a o10- ------ - 1922 11, 000 29. 73--.......--------.... 13. Tred Avon River, Md. 0........................... 1950 12, 692. 87 4,071. 75 58, 600 14. Town Creek, Md--------.........--.--.-. --.-.-... 1950 43, 219. 65 ..------------ () 15. Island Creek, Md_-------.---------------------- 1948 6, 229. 93 1,068. 80 () 16. La Trappe River, Md.o--.-.--..-------------------- 1948 8, 063. 87 16, 000. 24 (3) 17. Tuckahoe River, Md............................. 1923 9, 727. 36 1, 092. 64 (2) 18. Warwick River, Md-- ..................-----------------.......... 4 1948 22, 040. 82 73, 271. 90 (s) 19. Cambridge Harbor, Md. .....-.------- _____--- - 1949 81, 973. 94 7, 671. 37 149, 300 20. Waterway from Little 6 Choptank River to Chop- tank River, Md. ................................. 1939 305. 45 ............ 105, 000 21. Slaughter Creek, Md_..-------.....-..-... ---..... 1948 4, 140. 00 1, 119. 40 (s) 22. Duck Point Cove, Md......------------------------- 1951 25, 289. 01 ............------------ (2) 23. Fishing Bay, Md.........-----------------------..- 1949 33, 874. 19 46, 529. 41 (2) 24. Nanticoke River, Md- .---------------------- 1950 73, 243. 18 2, 732. 48 () 25. Broad Creek River, Del---..... ,.--............ . 1950 64, 520. 00 45, 623. 87 (s) 26. Tyaskin Creek, Md. _________________________ _ 1923 16, 296. 63 18, 266. 39 (s) .28. 27. Wicomico River, Md .....-------------------- Lower Thoroughfare, at or near Wenona, Deals Island, Md.....--------------------------------- 1950 1951 11457,847.03 44, 658. 45 319, 316. 49 1, 625. 20 (2) (2) 29. Manokin River, Md. 9 ______________________ _ 1919 12 34,788. 05 31,874. 44 (2) 30. Crisfield Harbor, Md--- ----------------------- 1948 264, 195. 18 5, 723. 71 (2) 31. Broad Creek, Md----.----- ----- -------------- __ 1951 28, 227. 19 58, 742. 35 (s) 32. Starlings Creek, Va ...---------------------------- 1950 16, 537. 47 34, 482. 65 (2) 33. Tangier Channel, Va -..... __...... 1951 13 72, 969.'00 61, 315. 22 (s) 34. Waterway on the coast of Virginia 4---------------- 1950 107, 298. 16 28, 188. 16 651, 700 35. Chincoteague Bay, Va--- ---------------------- 1949 25, 125. 92 23, 458. 65 (2) 36. Governors Run, Calvert County, Md.4 ------------ 1950 ..................... 81,000 37. Fishing Creek, Md____-----___-- ---------- 1951 111, 242. 07 75, 857. 38 (s) 38. Herring Bay and Rockhold Creek, Md.....-------_ 1948 50, 591.47 9,844. 02 (2) 39. Broadwater Creek, Md, ---- 1949 ........................ 000 88, 40. Parish Creek, Md.....--------------------------..................... 1951 14 19,170. 27 6,826.15 () 41. Cadle Creek,Md.'------...........----- -1949 14, 000 ........... ..........------------------------- 42. Lake Ogleton, Md.'----------------------------1950 ........... ........ . 110, 000 43. Back Creek, Anne Arundel County, Md-....---------- 1946 23, 061. 22 89. 03 (s) 44. Annapolis Harbor, Md.___- ___-___-. _______ 1946 34, 249. 61 1, 672.08 (s) 45. Mill Creek, Md.'.... _------------------------------ 1949 --------------------------- 14, 000 46. Cypress Creek, Md.... 1947 3, 057. 27 ------------ (s) 1 In addition, $165,681.43 of U. S. Navy Department contributed funds were expended. 3 Completed. 3 Includes $22,905.38 Works Progress Administration funds. 4 Funds have not been appropriated for accomplishment of the new work. a Channels adequate for commerce. 6 Awaiting local cooperation for completion of project. t In addition, $8,414.09 was expended from contributed funds. 8Includes $46,121.20 Public Works funds. 9 Abandonment recommended in 1926 (H. Doc. No. 457, 69th Cong., 1st sess.) 10oInsufficient potential commerce to justify the improvement. 11In addition, $14,000 was expended from contributed funds. 12 Includes $2,000 expended outside the project limits. 13Includes $42,000Public Works funds. 14Includes $19,170.27 Works Progress Administration funds. RIVERS AND IHARBORS--BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 335 14. MISCELLANEOUS AOTIVITIES Status of all investigations for navigation, called for by River anid Harbor Acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Document Reco- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Apes Hole Creek, Somerset County, River and Harbor Act, Md. May 17, 1950. Assateague Channel, Va., and House Public Works Com- Smallers Drain, Assateague Is- mittee resolution, June land, Va., with a view to deter- 17, 1948. mining if recommendations should be modified at this time. Back River, Md .. .... _........_.._ River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. "Ballast" to Powells Bay Accomack River and Harbor Act, County, Va., at Wisharts Point, June 30, 1948, channel connecting. Baltimore Harbor and Channels for House Public Works Com- improvements for navigation. mittee resolution, Aug. 17, 1949. Betterton, Md., Harbor at.......... River and Harbor Act, July 24, 1948. Chincoteague Bay, Va., with a view River and Harbor Act, to establishing a harbor of refuge May 17, 1950. at Chincoteague, Accomack County, Va. Guilford Creek, Va................ --- _-do-..........-- Goose Creek, Manokin River, Som- House Public Works Com- erset County, Md. mittee resolution July 8, 1947. Havre de Grace, Md................ River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. Havre de Grace main channel lead- ----..................... do--- ing from Turkey Point, Harford County Md. Holdens Creek, Va............... ' Rivers and Harbor Act, June 30, 1948. Jenkins Creek, Md-............-- House Public Works Com-, mittee resolution, July 8, 1947. Little Magothy River, Md.........- River and Harbor Act, June 30, 1948. Magothy River (Little), Md......... ..... do................... June 30, 1948. Manokin River, Goose Creek, Som- House Public Works Com- erset County, Va. mittee resolutions, July 8, 1947. Manokin River, St. Peters Creek, House Public Works Com- Apr. 24,1952 ............ Favorable Md., with a view to determining mittee resolution, Apr. for survey if existing project should be modi- 5, 1949. only. fied by 1 improving St. Peters Creek. Miles River, opposite Oak Creek River and Harbor Act, Apr. 30,1952 ............- Unfavor- Bridge to give outlet to Miles July 26, 1946. able. River Talbot County, Md. Ocean C(ity Harbor and Inlet, and River and Harbor Act, Apr. 17,1953 H. Doe. Favorable. Sinepuxent Bay, Md. Mar. 2, 1945. 444. 82d Cong., 2d Sess. Powells Bay, Accomack County, River and Harbor Act, -.--...-...- Va., at Wisharts Point, and chan- June 30, 1948. nel connecting said bay with the "Ballast." IRinggold Cove, with particular ref- River and Harbor Act, erence thereto Severn River, May 17, 1950. Anne Arundel County, Md. St. Michaels, Talbot County, Md. River and Harbor Act, July 24, 1946. St. Peters Creek, Manokin River, House Public Works Com- Apr. 24,1952---------- Favorable Md., with a view to determining mittee resolution Apr. for sur- if existing project should be modi- 5, 1949, vey only. fied by improving St. Peters Creek.l St. Peters Creek, Md. (survey scope). House Public Works Com- mittee resolution June 11, 1952. Severn River, with particular ref- River and Harbor Act, erence to Ringgold Cove, Anne May 17, 1950. Arundel County, Md. See footnote at end of table. 336 REPORT OF' CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for navigation, called for by River ar~d ,tarbor A cts and committee resolutions---Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Sinepuxent Bay, Ocean City Har- River and Harbor Act, Apr. 17,1952 H. Doc. Favorable. bor and Inlet, Md. Mar. 2, 1945. 444, 82d Cong., 2d Sess. Smallers Drain, Assateague Island House Public Works Com- .. ---..-- ------... --........ Va., with a view to determining if mittee resolution, June recommendation should be modi- 17, 1948. fled at this time. Still Pond Harbor and Creek, Md., House Public Works Com- Apr. 1, 1952 -----...... Unfavor- with a view to determining if any mittee resolution, June able. change in the recommendations 2, 1949. should be made at this time. Tolchester Beach area, Maryland-.... River and Harbor Act, ---------....----.........---------. ........... July 30, 1948. Turkey Point to Havre de Grace, River and Harbor Act, ...............-......... main channel Harford County, May 17, 1950. Md. Wicomico River, Md., particularly Senate Public Works Com- ...........-- -- -------- the section from Tonytank Creek mittee resolution, Sept. to Salisbury, Md. 23, 1949. Wisharts Point, Powells Bay, Ac- River and Harbor Act, .....................--- comack County, Va., and channel June 30, 1948. connecting said bay with the "Ballast." 1 Limited to preliminary examination scope. 15. SOUTH PLYMOUTH RESERVOIR, OANASAWACTA CREEK, N. Y. Location.-The South Plymouth dam site is in Chenango County, N. Y., on Canasawacta Creek, 5 miles above its junction with the Chenango River near Norwich, N. Y. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheet, "Norwich, New York.") Eisting project.-The plan of improvement consists of a dam of the earth-filled type, 1,000 feet long at the top of the embankment and rising 125 feet above the streambed, with a gate-controlled outlet in the right abutment and the spillway in the saddle of the left abutment. The reservoir will have a storage capacity of 18,500 acre-feet at spillway crest. The reservoir will control 94 percent of the watershed of Canasawacta Creek or 4 percent of the Chenango River watershed above Binghamton, N. Y. The reservoir area will be 495 acres and the pool will extend 2.5 miles upstream. The exist- ing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved Decem- ber 22, 1944, as a modification of the plan for flood control in southern New York and eastern Pennsylvania authorized by the act of June 22, 1936, as amended by the act of August 18, 1941. (H. Doc. 702, 77th Cong., 2d sess.) The estimated Federal cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $7,100,000, of which $5,720,000 is for construction and $1,380,000 is for lands and damages. Local cooperation.-None required. See pages 4-5. Operations and results during fiscal year.--Engineering studies and preliminary design in connection with the development of the project plan were continued during the fiscal year by hired labor. The total costs, all for new work, were $378.70. The total expendi- tures were $397.44. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Foundation investigations and reservoir surveys are complete. Engineering studies and preliminary .FLOOI) CONTROL-BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 337 design are approximately 79 percent complete. Completion of de- tailed design and preparation of contract plans and specifications, by hired labor, and construction of the project, by contract, remain to be done. The total costs, and expenditures, all for new work, were $99,644.38. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $855.62 new work funds, will be applied to continuing preparation of design and plans, by hired labor, July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated_....----------- --.. - $20,000.00 $1,500.00 -$67,000.00 -- $27000.00 $100,500.00 Cost....--------------...... $12,175.69 20,127. 64 34, 427.58 9, 933.15 378.70 99,644.38 Expenditures...--------- 11, 484.50 19, 773. 14 36, 099. 28 9, 288.40 397.44 99, 644.38 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952__---_----_--_---_-----_ $850. 62 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 _____-____- 850. 62 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_ ------------------ - 6, 999, 500. 00 16. GENEGANTSLET RESERVOIR, GENEGANTSLET CREEK, N. Y. Location.-The Genegantslet Dam site is on the Genegantslet Creek, 3 miles above its junction with the Chenango River and about 2 miles west of Greene in Chenango County, N. Y. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheet, "Greene, N. Y.") Existing project.--The plan of improvement consists of a dam of the earth-filled type, 1,660 feet long at the top of the embankment and rising 104 feet above the stream bed with a gate-controlled outlet and a chute spillway in the left abutment. Outlet and spillway will be placed on rock. The reservoir will have a storage capacity of 30,195 acre-feet at spillway crest. The reservoir area will be 923 acres, and the pool will extend 4.8 miles upstream. The reservoir will control 90 percent of the watershed of Genegantslet Creek or 6 percent of the Chenango River watershed above Binghamton, N. Y. The exist- ing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved De- cember 22, 1944, as a modification of the plan for flood control in southern New York and eastern Pennsylvania authorized by the act of June 22, 1936, as amended by the act of August 18, 1941 (H. Doe, 702, 77th Cong., 2d sess.). The estimated Federal cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $6,875,000, of which $6,190,000 is for construction and $685,000 is for lands and damages. Local cooperation.-Nonerequired. See - pages 4-5. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-Engineeringstudies and preliminary design in connection with revision of the project plan were continued during the fiscal year by hired labor. A report of the completed model study was continued by the U. S. Waterways Experi- ment Station, Vicksburg, Miss. The total costs, all for new work, were $3,140.10. The total expenditures were $2,788.92. 338 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. -S ARMY, 1952 Condition at end of fiscal year.-Foundation investigations are complete except for construction of an exploration tunnel, and pre- liminary design plans are complete except for the spillway. The work remaining to be done is completion of report of the model study, foundation investigations, preparation of detailed design and contract plans, and construction of the project. The total costs, all for new work, were $208,607.46. The total expenditures were $208,237.54. PROPOSED OPERATIONs.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $7,762.46, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952---....-------...------..------------------ $369.92 New work July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953: Continue preliminary design and plans by hired labor -------- 7,392.54 Total....---------------------------------------------- 7, 762. 46 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated- -..... $35,000.00 .. ..-------$22, 000. 00 -$34,000.00 $216,000.00 Cost.--------------- 79, 865. 28 $29, 348. 01 $25, 365. 41 10, 908. 97 3,140.10 208, 607. 46 Expenditures -------- 83, 193. 31 29, 442. 17 26, 218. 97 10, 343.87 2,788.92 208, 237. 54 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952---------------------- $5, 975. 14 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953----------- 5, 975. 14 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project----- ------------------ 6, 659, 000. 00 17. SOUTHERN NEW YORK FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT Location.-The work covered by this project is in the upper water- shed of the Susquehanna River to and including the Chemung River. This includes about 6,050 square miles in south central New York, and about 1,480 square miles in northern Pennsylvania. (See U. S. Geological Survey index maps of New York and Pennsylvania.) Eaisting project.--The Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936, authorized the construction of detention reservoirs and related flood control works for protection of Binghamton, Hornell, Corning, and other towns in New York and Pennsylvania, in accordance with plans approved by the Chief of Engineers on recommendation of Board of Engineers for Rivers and Harbors. The Flood Control Act approved May 17, 1950, modified the local flood protection plan as originally authorized for Corning, N. Y., to provide for flood protection on Monkey Run. The individual units which constitute the approved plan of improve- ment are described in the following paragraphs: Davenport Center Reservoir: This reservoir will be located on Charlotte Creek near Davenport Center, N. Y. The dam will be of the earth-filled type, 3,900 feet long at the top of the embankment and rising 100 feet above the stream bed, with a concrete spillway FLOOD CONTROIr-BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 339 in the right abutment and the outlet conduit in the valley floor. The reservoir will provide a storage capacity of 52,500 acre-feet. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $10,285,000, of which $7,095,000 is for construction and $3,190,000 is for lands and damages. West Oneonta Reservoir: This reservoir will be located on Otego Creek near West Oneonta, N. Y. The dam will be of the earth-filled type, 1,200 feet long at the top of the main embankment and rising 86 feet above the stream bed, with a concrete spillway and outlet conduit in the right abutment. The main embankment will be joined at the left abutment by a low dike, 6,700 feet in length. The reservoir will provide a storage capacity of 34,500 acre-feet. The estimated cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $10,725,000, of which $8,145,000 is for construction and $2,580,000 is for lands and damages. East Sidney Reservoir: This reservoir is located on Ouleout Creek near East Sidney, N. Y. The dam is of the concrete gravity and earth- filled type, 2,010 feet long at the top of the embankment and rising 128 feet above the stream bed, and 146 feet above firm rock, with five gate-controlled outlets in the spillway section of the dam; 750 feet of the dam, including the spillway, Is concrete gravity section and 1,250 feet is rolled earth embankment. The reservoir will provide a storage capacity of 33,494 acre-feet. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $5,920,000, of which $5,300,000 is for con- struction and $620,000 is for lands and damages. Copes Corner Reservoir: This reservoir will be located on Butternut Creek near Copes Corner, N. Y. The dam will be of the earth-filled type, 1,150 feet long at the top of the embankment and rising 75 feet above the stream bed, with a concrete spillway and outlet conduit in the right abutment. The reservoir will provide a storage capacity of 37,900 acre-feet. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952 is $12,680,000, of which $10,245,000 is for construction and $2,435,000 is for lands and damages. Whitney Point Reservoir: The reservoir is located on the Otselic River near Whitney Point, N. Y. The dam is of the earth-filled type, 4,900 feet long at the top of the embankment and rising 95 feet above the stream bed, with a concrete spillway and outlet conduit in the left abutment. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 86,440 acre-feet. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $5,080,000, of which $3,981,000 is for construction and $1,099,000 is for lands and damages. Arkport Reservoir: The reservoir is located on the Canisteo River near Hornell, N. Y. The dam is of the earth-filled type, 1,200 feet long at the top of the embankment and rising 113 feet above the stream bed, with a concrete spillway and outlet conduit in the right abutment. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 7,900 acre-feet. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $1,910,000, of which $1,777,732 is for construction and $132,268 is for lands and damages. Almond Reservoir: This reservoir is located on Canacadea Creek near Hornell, N. Y. The dam is of the earth-filled type, 1,260 feet long at the top of the embankment and rising 90 feet above the bed of the stream, with a concrete spillway and outlet conduit in the left 340 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 abutment. The reservoir will provide a storage capacity of 14,800 acre-feet. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $5,616,000, of which $4,722,000 is for construction and $894,000 is for lands and damages. Oxford, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for the construc- tion of earth levees and the clearing of the Chenango River channel, consisting of the following features: About 2,100 feet of earth levee on the left bank of the Chenango River, extending from high ground near Cemetery Drive and running mostly along the railroad to high ground near Main Street; removal of the dam and island below Main Street; raising of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad over the levee; and appurtenant closure and drainage structures. The improvement provides protection for the village of Oxford on the left bank against a flood discharge substantially larger than the maximum flood of record, which occurred in July 1935. The Federal cost of new work for the completed project was $131,000 of which $96,944 was for construction and $34,056 was for lands. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1951, is $13,000. Lisle, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for channel re- alinement and the construction of earth levees and concrete flood walls, consisting of the following features: Relocation of about 3,000 feet of the-Dudley Creek channel, extending from 1,200 feet west of the intersection of Cortland and Main Streets to the confluence with the Tioughnioga River; realinement of some 5,700 feet of the Tiough- nioga River channel east of the village; about 4,150 feet of earth levee and 970 feet of concrete wall on the right bank of Dudley Creek and the Tioughnioga River, extending from Main Street just above Collier Street to the railroad crossing on River Street; raising of about 1,860 feet of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western single-track railroad over the levee; relocation of about 1,600 feet of Cortland Street; a new bridge over the relocated Dudley Creek; and appur- tenant drainage structures. The improvement provides protection for the village of Lisle against flood discharges 20 percent greater on the Tioughnioga River and about 100 percent greater on Dudley Creek than the corresponding discharges of the maximum flood of record, which occurred in July 1935. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952 is $665,000, of which $605,000 is for construction and $60,000 is for lands and damages. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1951, is $95,000. Whitney Point, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for channel realinement and construction of earth levees, consisting of the following features: Realinement of about 1,800 feet of the Tiough- nioga River channel, above the confluence with the Otselic River; about 7,100 feet of earth levee along the right bank of the Tioughnioga River, extending from high ground on Main Street above the village to Collins Street just below the village; and appurtenant drainage structures. The improvement, supplemented by the Whitney Point Reservoir above the area, will provide protection for the village of Whitney Point against a flood discharge approximately 20 percent greater than the maximum flood of record, which occurred in July 1935. The Federal cost of new work for the completed project was FLOOD CONTROIr-BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT f $424,096, of which $411,653 was for construction and $12,443 was for lands and damages. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1952, is $100,000. Binghamton, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for the construction of earth leyees, concrete flood walls and appurtenant drainage structures, consisting of the following features: About 850 feet of channel excavation and about 1,375 feet of earth levee along Phelps Creek, town of Port Dickinson; new concrete wall on the right bank of the Chenango River extending downstream from high ground near the city limits to the existing flood wall below DeForest Street, a distance of about 520 feet; about 150 feet of concrete wall just below Cutler Dam; about 180 feet of concrete wall at the pump house near McDonald Avenue; raising the existing earth levee on the right bank of the Chenango River, extending from Cutler Dam down- stream for a distance of about 1,220 feet; about 2,915 feet of earth levee on the left bank of the Chenango River north of the city limits in the village of Port Dickinson, extending from Church Street to high ground just north of the city line; about 3,900 feet of earth levee on the left bank of the Chenango River extending from DeForest Street to Cutler Dam; new concrete flood walls and river bank revetment for a distance of about 5,570 feet extending on the left bank of the Chenango River from Cutler Dam to the junction with the Susque- hanna River; about 540 feet of new concrete flood wall and raising about 1,085 feet of concrete flood wall on the right bank of the Susque- hanna River, extending from the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad downstream to the Tompkins Street Bridge; about 1,940 feet of earth levee, about 1,940 feet of concrete flood wall; and cap- ping about 125 feet of concrete flood wall, on the right bank of the Susquehanna River from Stuyvesant Street to the mouth of the Chenango River; about 8,380 feet of earth levee, about 2,180 feet of new concrete flood wall and raising about 125 feet of existing flood wall on the left bank of the Susquehanna River extending from Pierce Creek to high ground at State Highway No. 17; a debris dam and flume between Corbett and Hotchkiss Streets and a concrete pressure conduit, 1,060 feet long, to carry the flow of Park Creek from Vestal Avenue to the Susquehanna River; about 665 feet of levee extending from the Erie Railroad to high ground along the right bank of Chamberlain Creek near the mouth; closure structures at the Erie Railroad and at Court Street; a weir, a drop structure and about 1,800 feet of earth levee, about 2,235 feet of channel excavation; about 645 feet of channel paving, and raising about 470 feet of existing concrete flood wall and about 200 feet of new concrete flood wall for the improvement of Pierce Creek from its mouth to about 1,000 feet above Conklin Avenue; and appurtenant drainage structures. The improvement, supplemented by authorized flood-control dams above the area, will provide protection for the city of Binghamton against a flood discharge approximately 20 percent greater than the maxi- mum flood of record, which occurred in July 1935 on the Chenango River and in March 1936 on the Susquehanna River. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952 is $2,954,000, of which $2,845,000 is for construction and $109,000 is for lands and damages. 342 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1951, is $720,000. Local interests have contributed an additional amount of $163,095.63 for the construction of improvements not included in the authorized project. -struction Elmira, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for the con- of earth levees, concrete flood walls, a concrete conduit and a pumping station, and consists of the following features: About :17,700 feet of earth levee, and about 4,100 feet of concrete flood wall on the right bank of Chemung River, extending from South Hoffman Street to a point below the city near the upper end of Big Island; about 12,100 feet of earth levee and about 6,300 feet of concrete wall on the left bank of the Chemung River extending from Durland Avenue to the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad at the mouth of Newtown Creek; about 10,000 feet of earth levee on the right bank of Newtown Creek, extending from about the intersection of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad and East Church Street to high ground near the intersection of Sullivan and Warren Streets; about 4,300 feet of earth levee on the right bank of Diven Creek; about 2,000 feet of concrete conduit enclosing Hoffman Brook from West Second Street to the Chemung River; clearing island and river banks of trees and brush for a distance of about 31/2 miles in the Chemung River; about 14,300 feet of earth levee on the left bank of Seely Creek, extending from the Erie Railroad to high ground approximately 1,000 feet northwest of the intersection of South Broadway and Pennsylvania Avenue, a pumping plant for the dis- posal of interior drainage; an interceptor sewer about 6,000 feet long, varying in size from 48 to 96 inches in diameter; and appurte- nant structures. The improvement will provide protection for the city of Elmira against a Chemung River discharge approximately equal to that of the maximum flood of record, which occurred in May 1946. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $6,815,000, of which $6,627,000 is for construction and $188,000 is for lands and damages. The estimated local cost of lands and dam- :ages, revised in 1951, is $981,000. Corning, N. Y.: The plan of improvement as originally authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1936 provides for the construction of a :pumping station, earth levees, and concrete flood walls, consisting of the following features: About 4,300 feet of earth levee, enlargement of about 8,610 feet of existing earth levee, and about 3,100 feet of ,concrete flood wall on the right bank of Chemung River, extending -the from the Erie Railroad bridge to high ground at Park Avenue below city; about 200 feet of concrete flood walls; about 2,500 feet of earth levees, and enlargement of about 11,500 feet of existing earth levee on the left bank of the Chemung and Cohocton Rivers, extend- -ing from the Erie Railroad bridge over the -Cohocton River to the mouth of Post Creek; about 2,500 feet of earth levee and enlargement Hof about 4,700 feet of existing earth levee on the right bank of Post Creek from its mouth to Watkins Street; realinement of about 3,000 feet of channel, about 8,800 feet of earth levee, about 3,000 feet of channel excavation, a pressure conduit about 400 feet long, a drop structure and a weir for the improvement of Cutler Creek, extending FLOOD CONTRQL-BALTIMORE, IVD., DISTRICT 343 from its mouth to high ground at Deckertown Road and Hornby Road; and appurtenant drainage structures. The plan for flood pro- tection on Monkey Run authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1950 provides for the construction of 1,870 feet of open flume, 2,280 feet of pressure conduit, a pumping station with a capacity of 4,500 gal- lons per minute, storm sewers and appurtenant facilities between the existing improved channel above Sixth Street and the Chemung River at a point immediately east of Pine Street. The modified im- provement will provide protection for the city of Corning against a flood discharge in the Chemung River approximately equal to the maximum flood of record, which occurred in May 1946, and on trib- utary streams against floods of greater magnitude than known to date. The estimated cost of new work revised in 1952, is $5,237,000, of which $5,076,000 is for construction and $161,000 is for lands and damages. The estimated local cost, revised in 1952 is $980,000, of which $730,000 is for land and damages, and $250,000 is to be con- tributed for construction of the protection on Monkey Run. Painted Post, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for chan- nel realinement and the construction of earth levees and concrete flood walls, consisting of the following features: Realinement of about 6,000 feet of the Cohocton River Channel, extending from about one-half mile above State Highway Route No. 17 to the Chemung River; construction of about 2,500 feet of earth levee and raising of about 1,200 feet of existing flood wall along the left bank of the Co- hocton River, extending from the mouth of Hodgman Creek to the Chemung River; about 2,900 feet of earth levee, and about 2,100 feet of concrete flood wall, extending on the left bank of Hodgman Creek, from its mouth to high ground above State Highway No. 2; and appurtenant drainage structures. The improvement provides pro- tection for the village of Painted Post against a flood discharge. approximately equal to the maximum flood of record, which occurred in May 1946. The Federal cost of new work, for the completed proj- ect was $414,182, of which $402,948 was for construction and $11,234 was for lands and damages. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1951, is $55,000. Addison, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of earth levees and concrete flood walls, consisting of the following features: Construction of about 3,100 feet of earth levee and about 700 feet of concrete flood wall on the right bank of the Canisteo River, extending from high ground on Steuben Street near the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad to the mouth of Tuscarora Creek; removal of existing dam, mill, and raceway from the channel; con- struction of about 2,200 feet of earth levee on the left bank of Tusca- rora Creek, extending from Tuscarora Street to the Canisteo River; construction of about 4,600 feet of earth levee on the right bank of Tuscarora Creek, extending from high ground at the southwest edge of the village to high ground at the southeast edge of the village; and appurtenant drainage structures. The improvement, supplemented by the Arkport and Almond Reservoirs above the area, will provide protection for the village of Addison against a flood discharge on the Canisteo River approximately 28 percent greater than the maximum 344 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 flood of record, which occurred in July 1935: Protection is provided on Tuscarora Creek against a flood discharge approximately equal to the maximum flood of record, which occurred in May 1946. The Federal cost of new work for the completed project was $827,050 of which $814,236 was for construction and $12,814 was for lands and damages. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1951, is $125,500. Bath, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for the construc- tion of earth levees and concrete flood walls along the Cohocton River, consisting of the following features: Construction of about 10,400 feet of earth levee and about 1,250 feet of concrete flood wall, extend- ing from above Cameron Street to below the turn-out of the Bath & Hammondsport Railroad; including about 600 feet of cutoff levee between the' Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad and U. S. Highway No. 15; three stop-log structures across railroad tracks; a sandbag opening at Cameron Street; and a sill across the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad tracks below Cameron Street; and appurtenant drainage structures. The improvement will provide protection for the village of Bath against a flood discharge approxi- mately equal to the maximum flood of record, which occurred in July 1935. The Federal cost of new work for the completed project was $638,331 for construction. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1951 is $56,700. Avoca, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for the construc- tion of earth levees, channel improvement, and channel alinement, consisting of the following features: Improvement and realinement of about 8,300 feet of the Cohocton River Channel, extending from above the Erie Railroad to below the junction of Main Street and U. S. Highway No. 15; construction of about 8,500 feet of earth levee on -the left bank of the Cohocton River, extending from high ground above Alexander Avenue to about 1,300 feet below the junction of Main Street and U. S. Highway No. 15; about 4,500 feet of earth levee on the right bank of Salmon Creek, extending from high ground above, Alexander Avenue to the Erie Railroad; a new highway bridge for U. S. Highway No. 15 over the Cohocton River; raising of the Erie Railroad bridge 4 feet; and appurtenant drainage structures. The improvement provides protection for the village of Avoca against a flood discharge approximately double the maximum flood of record, which occurred in July 1935. The Federal cost of new work for the completed project was $436,374, of which $406,589 was for construc- tion anal $29,785 was for lands and damages. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1951, is $68,300. Canisteo, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of earth levees, consisting of the following features: About 8,000 feet of earth levees on the right bank of the Canisteo River, extending from high ground 1,570 feet west of State Highway Route No. 21 above the village to a point at the intersection of Ordway Lane and East Main Street; about 7,400 feet of earth levee on the left bank of Purdy and Bennett Creeks, extending from Main Street Bridge to high ground above Greenwood Street, and 1,000 feet of earth levee FLOOD CONTROIr--BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 345: on the right bank of Bennett Creek, extending upstream from Main Street Bridge; a concrete check dam with wing levees above Green- wood Street; a new highway bridge at Greenwood Street; alterations to existing timber check dams in Bennett Creek; channel excavation in Bennett and Purdy Creeks; and appurtenant drainage structures. The improvement, supplemented by the Arkport and Almond Reser- voirs above the village, will provide protection for the village of Canisteo against a flood discharge approximately 30 percent greater on the Canisteo River than the maximum flood of record, and on Bennett and Purdy Creeks the channel capacity will be approximately equal to the discharge of the maximum flood of record, which occurred in July 1935. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $976,000, of which $917,000 is for construction and $59,000 is for lands and damages. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1952, is $72,000. Hornell, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for channel realinement and the construction of earth levees, concrete flood walls, and check dams consisting of the following features: Realinement of about 4,600 feet of Canisteo River Channel, and about 5,800 feet of earth levee on its right bank, extending from Seneca Street upstream to the junction of the Pittsburg, Shawmut & Northern Railroad and the Erie Railroad; construction of about 4,500 feet of earth levee, extending on both sides of Seneca Street from the Canisteo River to Wrightman Avenue and the junction of Cleveland Avenue and Bethesda Drive; construction of about 7,200 feet of earth levee, about 2,500 feet of concrete flood wall, and raising of about 1,500 feet of exist- ing concrete flood wall, on the right bank of the Canisteo River, and about 12,000 feet of channel improvement, extending from Seneca Street to the Erie Railroad; construction of about 2,500 feet of earth levee, about 2,100 feet of concrete flood wall on the left bank of Canisteo River, extending from a point opposite Walnut Street to the Erie Railroad; a ring-earth levee about 2,800 feet long around the sewage- disposal plant on the left bank of the Canisteo River; about 4,500 feet of realinement and improvement of the Canisto River Channel, with about 4,500 feet of earth levee on its right bank, extending from Cedar Street downstream to about 1,400 feet above East Avenue; about 2,400 feet of channel paving, 1,400 feet of earth levee, raising of about 1,900 feet of concrete flood wall, and construction of one check dam on Canacadea Creek; about 1,600 feet of channel paving and construc- tion of 3 check dams on Chauncey Run with about 300 feet of new wall and about 300 feet of capping; a weir, a check dam, 3,030 feet of channel paving, 4,800 feet of flood walls and levees, and related work on existing walls, all on Crosby Creek; removal of 6 bridges, erection of 4 bridges, miscellaneous bridge structures, and 3 drop structures; and appurtenant drainage structures and small stream control works. The improvement, supplemented by the Arkport and Almond Reservoirs above the area, will provide protection for the city of Hornell against a flood discharge approximately double the maximum flood of record, which occurred in July 1935. The estimated Federal 346 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $4,260,000, of which $3,665,000 is for construction and $595,000 is for lands and damages. Local interests have contributed $15,000 for construction of improvements not included in the authorized project. Almond, N. Y.: The plan of improvement provides for channel realinement and the construction of earth levees, consisting of the following features: About 4,750 feet of earth levee on the left bank of Canacadea Creek and McHenry Valley Creek, extending from high ground above the village to high ground below the village; realine- ment of about 3,200 feet of channel on Canacadea Creek, extending downstream from Angelica Street; and appurtenant drainage struc- tures. The improvement will provide protection for the village of Almond against a flood discharge approximately equal to the maxi- mum flood of record, which occurred in July 1935. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $360,000, of which $354,000 is for construction and $6,000 is for lands and damages. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1949, is $24,000. Dams and reservoirs 1 Distance Estimated Federal cost above Height in Reservoir Name Nearest city River eet cpcity in miles acre-feet Construc- Lands and Total tion damages 3 Davenport Center______-. ___ Oneonta. ------------------ Charlotte Creek----......---....------------ 5 100 52, 500 $7,095,000 $3, 190, 000 $10, 285,000 r West Oneonta__---- ____do _. ------------------- Otego Creek .---------------------- 2 86 34,500 8,145, 000 2, 580, 000 10, 725, 000 O 0 East Sidney 2 .. Sidney- Sidney ------------------ Ouleout Creek-. ..-- ..-.----. 4 146 33,494 5,300,000 620, 000 5, 920, 000 Copes Corner---- --------------. do ...------------------- Butternut Creek................------------------ 3 75 37, 900 10, 245, 000 , 2, 435, 000 12, 680, 000 Whitney Point 2--------------- Binghamton---- ------ Otselic River.. .........---------------------- 1 95 86, 440 3, 981,000 1,099, 000 5, 080, 000 H Arkport 2----------- -- _ Hornell----- ------------ Canisteo River ---- ---------------- 50 113 7, 900 1, 777, 732 132, 268 1,910, 000 0b- Almond 2----------------------..-.... do_-------_ _ ------------- Canacadea Creek.. .......----------------- 3 90 14,800 4,722,000 894, 000 5, 616,000 Total.......--------- ---------------- ..---------- --------- ------------------------------------------------- 41, 265, 732 10, 950, 000 268 $52,216, 1All dams are located in New York State; all are of earth-fill type except East Sidney. 2Reservoir in operation. 0 O 3 Include relocations, z H 0 H 00 Local flood protection works Distance Estimated Federal cost Location, New York River above Type of structure mouth, Construc- Lands and tion damages Oxford - . _-----------------------------------_ Chenango--------------- 40 Levee and channel improvement-....--.........------------ $95, 944 $34, 056 $131, 000 Lisle 1--- - .- ....-.-..........--------- - .. -- Tioughnioga-.--------- 12 Wall, levee, and channel realinement.----------- 605, 000 60, 000 665, 000 Whitney Point '-..... - ....----. -__.-----do-------------------- 10 Levee and channel realinement......-------------.......-- 411,653 12, 443 424, 096 00 Binghamton 1 __.....___.- Susquehanna-...... ---- - 328 Wall, levee and conduit---. ---------- 2, 845, 000 109, 000 2, 954, 000 Elmira 1--- ------------------------------- Chemung -------- 27 -- __do--..------ ------------------------- 6, 627, 000 188, 000 6, 815, 000 Corming -............................. ...do ... - -44 Wall, levee, flume and conduit--..-- .......... 55,076, 000 161, 000 5,237, 000 Painted Post s............-. ----.. --..__ -..- _ Cohocton --------------- 0 Wall, levee and channel realinement--.........----------... 402, 948 11,234 414,182 Addison ' - ----------------------------------Canisteo---------------- 8 .----do.---------. -------------------------- 814,236 12,814 827, 050 Bath' "W::::_::::::: ::--: Cohocton:: :------------------------ :21 Wall and levee-...-......-------------------- n638, 331-, 638,331 Avoca '-.--............. . - do--------............30 -.......--..-... Levee and channel improvement and realine- 406,589 29, 785 436,374 ment. O Canisteo . . .------------ Canisteo-------------..............--- 36 Levee and wall............---------------.......... --...... 917,000 59,000 976,000 0 Hornell '------... - _ _- -..... . -_do--- -_-_..... --....... . 42 Wall, levee and channel realinement--............. 3, 665, 000 595, 000 4, 260, 000 Almond 7. ...- . __ _ Canacadea Creek----.... 6 Levee and channel realinement.-----.......... - 354, 000 6, 000 360, 000 Total ......------- - ------- ------------ - - ---------- ----------------- ------------------------ $22, $22 859, 701 0 $1, 278, 332 $24, 138,033 $3----------------, M 1Project inoperation. ' Does not include $250,000 to be contributed for construction on Monkey Run. sPart of project complete. 6 Does not include contributed funds of $15,000 by the City of Hornell. ' Project completed. 7 Local cooperation has been withdrawn. In accordance with provisions of the 1941 4Does not include contributed funds of $160,095.63 by the City of Binghamton and Flood Control Act, the 5-year limitation clause of local cooperation has been invoked. $3,000 by the village of Port Dickinson. Project authorization will expire May 26, 1953. ,m 00i FLOOD CONTROr-BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 349 Local cooperation.-Seepages 4-5 for general requirements. Fully complied with, except as described in the following paragraphs: Local cooperation for Almond; N. Y., has been withdrawn. Sec- tion 2 of the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941, is ef- fective, and authorization for the AlTnod, N. Y., project will expire May 26, 1953, unless acceptable assurances are given before that date that requirements of local cooperation will be met. The Flood Control Act of 1950, which modifies the plan of im- provement for Corning, N. Y., to include flood protection on Monkey Run, specifies, in addition to the general requirements, that local interests shall (a) restore city streets and pavements over the flume and conduit, including bridge slabs and superstructures where high- ways cross the flume; (b) contribute $250,000 in cash or an equivalent amount of construction or reconstruction work; (c) provide, operate and maintain without cost to the United States adequate pumping capacity for disposal of storm waters draining through the property of the Corning Glass Works and not intercepted by the Monkey Run improvement; and (d) protect Monkey Run from any future en- croachment or obstruction including waste disposal that would reduce its flood-carrying capacity. Formal assurances of cooperation by local interests have been requested; required assurances will be exe- cuted prior to initiation of construction. Operations and results during the fiscal year.-Davenport Center Reservoir: Engineering studies, design and preparation of detailed plans for the dam and outlet works were continued. The total costs, all for new work, were $856.38. West Oneonta Reservoir: Engineering studies and design were con- tinued. The total costs, all for new work, were $30.27. East Sidney Reservoir: Relocation of telephone and power lines, under separate contracts, was continued and completed. Reimburse- ment to the State of New York for the costs of lands was continued. The reservoir gates were closed from March 11 throiugh March 13, 1952 and were most effective in reducing downstream stages. The total costs were $150,121.37, of which $133,773.64 was for new wor, and $16,347.73 was for maintenance. Copes Corner Reservoir: Preliminary engineering studies and de- sign in connection with revision of the proect plan were continued. The total b6sts, all for new work,were $61.57. Whitney Point Reservoir: Alterations on the roof of the operating house, by contract, were commenced and completed. Reimbursement for the costs of lands and for utility relocations, accomplished by the State of New York, was continued. The reservoir gates were closed from March 11 through March 12, 1952, and from April 5 through April 6, i952, and were most effective in reducing downstream stages. The total costs were $25,180.14, of which $6,015.58 was for new work, and $19,164.56 was for maintenance: Arkport Reservoir: Construction of a shelter and installation of gaging .equipment by USGS .was. continued and completed. Final drawings and reports were completed. The reservoir with its 'uncon- trolled outlets operated satisfactorily and was effective in reducing 245554-53-vol. 1 23 350 REPORT -OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 downstream stages. The total costs were $11,079.67, of which $1,273.02 was for new work, and $9,806.65 was for maintenance. Almond Reservoir: Acquisition of reservoir lands was continued by the State of New York and reimbursement to the State was in progress. Installation of radio receiver, transmitter and auxiliary power plant was continued. The reservoir gates were closed on April 5, 1952, and were most effective in reducing downstream stages. The total costs were $42,126.42, of which $26,846.01 was for new work, and $15,280.41 was for maintenance. Oxford, New York: Preparation of final drawings and reports was continued and completed. The total costs were $3,145.12, of which $3,015.20 was for new work, and $129.92 was for maintenance. Lisle, New York: Preparation of final drawings and reports was continued. Reimbursement to the State of New York for the costs of lands acquired for the project was continued. The total costs were $2,436.72, of which $1,793.88 was for new work, and $642.84 was for maintenance. Whitney Point (Village), New York: The total costs, all for main- tenance, were $4,718.54. Binghamton, New York: Engineering studies and design were continued. Contracts for rehabilitation of channel walls on Chenango River and construction of debris dam on Park Creek were completed. The major items of work accomplished under the above contracts in- cluded removal of concrete and masonry structures, excavation of 10,286 cubic yards of material, placement of 5,383 cubic yards of levee embankment and structural backfill, 8,710 square feet of steel sheet piling, 2,545 cubic yards of riprap and 1,791 cubic yards of concrete. Reimbursement to the State of New York for the costs of lands ac- quired for the channel improvement portion of the project was con- tinued by hired labor. The total costs were $207,695.29, of which $204,150.66 was for new work, and $3,544.63 was for maintenance. Elmira, New York: Construction of seepage relief system, section 2, was completed by contract. The major items of work accomplished under the contract included excavation of 82,532 cubic yards of mate- rial, placement of 60,263 cubic yards of backfill, 21 cubic yards of con- crete and drilling of 13 relief wells. Reimbursement to the State of New York for relocation of utility lines and for the costs of lands acquired for the project was continued by hired labor. Federal main- tenance responsibilities were carried out by hired labor. The total costs were $105,222.16, of which $104,925.18 was for new work, and $296.98 was for maintenance. Corning, New York: Preliminary studies and design in connection with the Monkey Run Creek portion of the project were initiated by hired labor. Reimbursement to the State of New York for costs of lands acquired for the project was continued by hired labor. Federal maintenance responsibilities were carried out by hired labor. The total costs were $24,335.31, of which $21,692.31 was for new work, and $2,713 was for maintenance. Painted Post, New York: Federal maintenance responsibilities were carried out by hired labor. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $30.60. FLOOD CONTROI--BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 351 Addison, New York: Federal maintenance responsibilities were car- ried out by hired labor. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $58.78. Avoca, New York: Federal maintenance responsibilities were car- ried out by hired labor. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $119. Canisteo, New York: Final drawings and reports were continued by hired labor. Reimbursement to the State of New York for the costs of lands acquired for the channel improvement was continued by hired. labor. Federal maintenance responsibilities were carried out by hired labor. The total costs were $2,423.16, of which $629.77 was for new work, and $1,793.39 was for maintenance. - Hornell, New York: Construction of Crosby Creek flood walls, levees, channel paving and check dam was continued by contract. Con- struction of channel restoration on Canisteo River and Canacadea Creek was completed by contract. Construction of Chauncey Run channel improvement was completed by contract. The major items of work accomplished under the above contracts included removal of structures, excavation of 188,780 cubic yards of material placement of 11,365 yards of levee embankment and structural backfill, 60 cubic yards of riprap, 98 cubic yards of derrick stone, 378 square feet of steel sheet piling, and 8,791 cubic yards of concrete. Preparation of final drawings and reports was continued by hired labor. Reimburse- ment to the State of New York for the cost of lands acquired for the channel improvement was continued by hired labor. Federal main- tenance responsibilities of completed improvements on upper, middle, and lower sections, Chauncey Run and Canacadea Creek were con- tinued, as required, by hired labor. The total costs were $633,869.93, of which $628,918.90 was for new work, and $4,951.03 was for main- tenance. Almond (Village), New York: Operations consisted of routine office reports and correspondence. The costs, all for new work, were $241.88. Summary of operationsand results during the fiscal year.-Effective November 28, 1951, the plans of operation for 2 dams were altered in order to assure a substantial reduction of peak flows even if human or mechanical failure should prevent the gates being operated during a flood. Beginning on that date, 2 of the 3 gates at Almond, and 3 of the 5 gates at East Sidney were kept closed except when water was being released after a flood. During a small flood on March 11-13, 1952, all gates at East Sidney and Whitney Point were closed. Under similar conditions on April 5, all gates were closed at Almond and Whitney Point. On both occasions, the dams were effective in reduc- ing downstream flood peaks. Federal maintenance responsibilities were carried out, as required. Local interests, where required, carried out maintenance responsibili- ties, in accordance with instructions contained in the respective Opera- tion and Maintenance Manuals. The total costs for the fiscal year were $1,213,752.31 of which $1,134,154.25 was for new work and $79,598.06 was for maintenance. The total expenditures for the fiscal year were $1,300,901.25. E N 352 REPOR i OF °CHIEF OF1' GINEERS, T. S. ARMY, 1952 d of~f1c - Cod$Yidtid year. The soithernNew York projct is approxim~tely 51 percent:complete, exclusive- of the Stiliwater, Gene- gantslet and South Plymouth Reservoirs. The latter 2 reservoirs, in the State of New York, and the Stillwater Reservoir, in the State of Pennsylvania, were authorized by the 1944 Flood Con- trol Act to supplement the comprehensive flood-control program for Southern New York and are reported separately. The cost of new work to June 30, 1952, and the percentage of construction work com- pleted for each project unit are as follows: Cost to June 30,1952 Perdentage Unit of con- Mainte- struction New work ace completed Resetroirs: Davenport Center 1---------------_____-----------------.. $275, 687.75 ..---------------.... West Oneonta ------------------------ -------------.. 188, 900.00 ------ East Sidney--------------------------------------------- 5, 777, 089.51 $45, 393.33 6 97 Copes Corner Whte -__--- on------------------------------- - 160, 400.00 - Whitney Point ..------ ----------------------- --- ----- 104.0----------------- 5,068, 673.91 167, 202.06 100 Arkport ....----------------------------------------- 1,908, 315.37 59, 061. 87 100 Almond ...--- ---------------- ---------------------- 5, 561,243.48 38, 008.78 100 Local flood protection: Oxford ......---------............-------------------................----------------------... 7131, 000. 00 1, 809. 93 100 Lisle---------.-------------------------------- 660,449. 81 3, 669. 80 100 Whitney Point (Village) ------------ ------ 7424,; 095. 79 5, 254.43 100 Binghamton_ .... ..--------........--------.......... ..-------... 2, 944, 269. 65 30,859.76 100 Elmira ..------- ---------------------------------- 6, 710, 436.59 432.85 * 98 Corning ----------------------------------------- 2,171, 789. 35 27, 558.64 41 Painted Post., ..--.- ___-----..---- ------ 7414,181.43 4, 613.58 100 Addison ---------------------------------------- 827, 050.13 3, 415.58 100 Bath-----. -.-----.- - .--.---------- ------------- ------ 7638, 331.46 ----------...... 100 Avoca ... ?------------.-------------__----7 436, 374.34 9, 279. 25 100 Canisteo....----------- -------------------------------- 966, 836. 84 17,782.80 100 Hornell 4...------------- --------.--------------------- 4,137, 945. 60 85, 004.32 6 97 Alind ------------------- ---------------------- 24, 418. 32 ------------ otal------------------------------------------- 39, 427, 489. 33 499, 346. 98 -.. 1 Cost for preliminary work only. 2 Does not include $163,095.63 contributed funds. a Includes Monkey Run. 4 Includes Canacadea Creek, Chauncey Run and Crosby Creek. 6 Local cooperation withdrawn. 1 Operationally complete. I Financially complete. The remaining work necessary to complete the existing project con- sists of reimbursement to the State of New_ York for costs of lands acquired and payment of outstanding liabilities of units on which construction has been completed; completion of the East Sidney, Whitney Point, Arkport and Almond Reservoirs, and the Bingham- ton, Elmira, Corning, and Hornell local improvement units on which major features have been beneficially completed; and completion of engineering studies, design, and preparation of plans, and initiation of construction of the remaining:project units comprising Davenport Center, West Oneonta, and Copes Corner reservoirs and flood pro. tection on the Monkey Run modification of the Corning Unit. The total costs were $39,926,836.31, of which$38,692,217.69 (regular funds) and $73,27t.64: (Emergency Relief funds), were for new work and $499,346.98. wasfor maintenance. The total expenditures were FLOOD CQNTRO -Tr-J-BAI jTIMRE 4 ]J) .. DITRICT. $39,738,705.69. In addition, $163,095.63 was expended from oontrib- uted funds for new work. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $761,281.10, plus accounts receivable $12.59, plus allotments during fiscal year 1953 of $746,000 for new work and $78,355 for maintenance, a total of $1.585.648.69. will be applied as follows: -r 7 - - - - - - - - 7 . -- - - , - Accounts payable-.-- -- --. ... $193, 903. 02 New work July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953 Davenport Center Reservoir: Continue design studies and preparation of con- tract plans and specifications for the construc- tion of the dam and appurtenant works ... ,_. 4$3712. 00 West Oneonta Reservoir: Continue design studies for the construction of the dam and appurtenant works_.--.--.----- $500 East Sidney Reservoir: Complete reimbursement to the State of New York for the cost of lands and rights-of-way acquired for the dam and reservoir area---....-.-.-.---- 102, 400 Complete installation of radio transmitter, rer ceiver, and auxiliary power plant... -----...... 2, 100 Complete plans and specificatisas for raising of covered bridge road and- rock protection at: bridge abutments, and adjacent channel bank, and initiate construction, by contract00-- 26, 000 Install gate heaters, by contract, including related Government costs-.------.-. ..........-- 2,2Q.. Complete minor modifications, general clean-up and record drawings_ _---_------ ------ 10, 210 142, 910. 00 Oopes Corner Reservoir: Continue design studies for the construction of the dam and appurtenant works.--,--.------- 600.00 Whitney Point Reservoir: Complete reimbursement to the State of New York for the costs of lands acquired for the dam and reservoir area, ........--- - --- - 0.........00 Complete minor modifications, general cleainp and record drawings_ ------- .------------- 10, 730 11,330.00 Arkport Reservoir: Complete final reports-......... .--- - 1, 700.00 Almond Reservoir: Complete reimbursement to the State of New. York for the costs of lands acquired for dam, reservoir, and utility relocations accomplished by the State___ 39, 900 Complete installation of radio transmitter, receiver and auxiliary power plant___...'. .. 1, 400 Complete minor- modifications, general cleanup and record drawings---------------------------- 11, 500 Install gate heaters, by contract, including related Government costs------------------ ----------- 2,000 .54, 800. 00 Lisle, N. Y.: Complete reimbursement to the State of New_ York for the costs of lands acquired for the channel portion of the project by hired labor -- __--.------ 4, 400 Complete record drawings and final reports by hired lahnr--- ____.-________________________________r____ iG41VV1 110 --- -- -- -- 4, 510. 00 354 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS U. S. ARVY, 1952 Binghamton, N. Y.: Complete reimbursement to the State of New York for the costs of lands acquired for the channel portion of the project by hired labor----------------------- $200 Complete minor modifications, general cleanup and record drawings by hired labor------------------- 9, 500 $9, 700. 00 Elmira, N. Y.: Complete reimbursement to the State of New York for the cost of lands acquired for the Hoffman Brook portion of the project by hired labor-___ _ _-_- 82, 820 Complete minor improvements, general cleanup, con- struction engineering and record drawings by hired labor-------------------------------------- 12,150 Complete relocation of electric and telephone lines, by separate contracts, including related Government costs---------------------------------------- 9, 600 104, 570. 00 Corning, N. Y.: Complete reimbursement to the State of New York for the costs of lands acquired for the Cutler Creek portion of the project by hired labor----------- 5, 700 Continue and complete preliminary designs and plans, and prepare contract plans and specifications for the Monkey Run portion of the project------__--- 98, 510 Initiate construction of Monkey Run, including rein- forced concrete conduit, pumping station, and mis- cellaneous drainage structures, by continuing contract---------------------------------- 680, 000 784, 210. 00 Canisteo, N. Y.: Complete reimbursement to the State of New York for the costs of land acquired for the channel section of the project by hired labor_--- ---------- 7, 340 Complete final reports by hired labor__----------- 1, 830 9, 170. 00 Hornell, N. Y.: Complete reimbursement for the cost of lands acquired for the Upper, Lower and Middle Hornell sections, and Canacadea Creek, Crosby Creek and Chauncey Run sections, and for utility relocations accomplished by the State of New York, by hired labor-------- 74, 900 Complete Crosby Creek channel improvement, by con- tract, including related Government costs -------- 38, 800 Complete relocation of utilities, by contract, including related Government costs.--- ----------------- 5, 500 Complete minor improvements and general cleanup by hired labor---------------------- --- ---- 3,00 Complete construction engineering, record drawings and final reports by hired labor ---- ------------ 14, 850 137, 050. 00 Almond (Village), N. Y.7, 050. 00 Complete reimbursement to the State of New York for the cost incurred incidental to acquisition of project rights-of-way by hired labor -------------------------------------- 203.46 Total new work --------------------------------- 1, 309, 965.46 FLOOD CONTROIr-BALTIMORE,1MD., DISTRICT 355 The following reservoirs and local flood protection units under the Southern New York Flood Control Project will be maintained by hired labor: Maintenance from July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953: East Sidney Reservoir------------------------ $13, 383. 92 Whitney Point Reservoir__-- --- -------- 13,640. 00 Arkport Reservoir----.------------------ -- 9, 950. 00 Almond Reservoir--.------------------- 16, 530. 00 Oxford ---- -- -- 270.00 Lisle -------------------------------------- 4, 560. 00 Whitney Point (Village) --- --------- 2,150. 00 Binghamton------------------------------ 2, 951. 29 Elmira -------------------------------- 1, 630. 00 Corning------------------- ------------ 2, 490. 00 Painted Post-------------------------------- 495.00 Addison ------------------------------------ 990. 00 Avoca--------------- ------ 1,480. 00 Canisteo-- --------------------------------- 3,410. 00 Hornell-----------------------------------7, 850.00 Total maintenance---------------.---- $81, 780. 21 Total---- ----------------------------------- 1, 585, 648. 69 The additional sum of $2,159,105 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: New work from July 1, 1953, to June 30, 1954: Davenport Center Reservoir : Complete detailed design and preparation of con- tract plans and specifications------------------ $50, 000 Initiate acquisition of lands and rights-of-way for dam site and work areas----- -------------- ----- 350,000 Initiate relocation of railroad in the reservoir area, by continuing contract, including related Govern- ment costs----- ------- --------- ---------- 600,000 000 $1,000ooo, Corning (Monkey Run) : Complete detailed design and preparation of contract plans and specifications by hired labor ------- 5---0,000 Continue construction of reinforced concrete conduit, pumping station, and miscellaneous drainage struc- tures, by continuing contract, including related Government costs_-.--------------------------- 650, 000 Initiate construction of flume and miscellaneous appurtenant works, by continuing contract, includ- ing related Government costs---..---------------- 300, 000 1,000, 000 Total new work------------- ---------------------- 2, 000, 000 356 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The following reservoirs and local flood protection units under the Souththern New York Flood Control Project will be maintained by hired labor: Maintenance from July 1, 1953, to June 30, 1954: East Sidney Reservoir---------- $2 ,000 Whitney Point Reservoir---------- 22, goo Arkport Reservoir_ - -- 9 500 Almond Reservoir. 15,"000 Oxford ..- -. 1, 000 Lisle -4,500 Whitney Point (Village)- 1,900 5 A0 Binghamton__ - ------------ ------------- Elmira ------------ ----------------------- .1, 000 Corning ....... ----------------------- .. 8,-200- .. Painted Post_:...- ---- ----------------------- 5,600 Addison - - 1, 400 ---- Avoca __. --.... 9,-000 -~~--~l----- --------------------- Canisteo 6, 300 HTrnell rLkLA ULA- - --------- - ---------- ---------- --. 10,000 Total maintenance --------------------------- $121, 600 Total new work and maintenance_.....---.----------- 2,121, 600 Cost and financiaZ summary UNITED STATES FUNDS Fiscal year ending Jane 30 Total to June 30,1952, Inlud- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1051 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-... ..... 4,44.100.00 $5,930,900.00 $2,095,000.00 $556,000. 00 $17,03.15 1 $39, 976, 454.79 Cost--------------7,794, 502. 77 7,268,792.15 1, 957, 645.16 871,114.68 1,134,154.25 139, 427,489.33 Expenditures--------...... 625, 02.70 7, 294, 701.23 2, 703, 643.38 1, 010,899041, 211, 646. 99 39, 239,:446. 78 Maintenance: Appropriated.......- 67, 200.00 56, 500.00 67, 500.00 66 900.00 85, 432.00 508, 532.00 Cost ---------------- 39, 947.98 60, 303.33 78,186. 30 77, 879. 63 79, 598.06 499, 346. 98 Expendittres------- - 41, 989.05 62, 464.41 79, 661.15 69, 003.59 89, 254.26 499, 258.91 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------.... -........--- -. $312, 877. 49 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953..L__ 746, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953--,..-.. 1, 058, 877. 49 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing, project-------------------- 35,631,600.00 1Includes $735,271.64 Emergency Relief funds. .. CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Contributed.......... -----------........... ----............ .....-----------------....... ------ ............ $15, 000------------ $178,095. 63 Cost. ..-------- ------------------------.------------.----------------------- 163,095.63 Expenditures-------------------------------------.-----------. - --------- 163, 095. 63 18. STILLWATER RESERVOIR, LACKAWANNA RIVER, PA. Location.-The Stillwater Dam site is on the Lackawanna River, 37 miles from the mouth of the stream and about 2 miles upstream from FLOOD -CoNTROL--BALTIMORE, MD., bDISTIICT 357 Forest City, Susquehanna County, Pa. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheet "Honesdale, Pa.") Existig project.--The plan of improvement consists of a dam of the earthfill type, rising 60 feet above the stream bed with an outlet and chute spillway in the left abutment. The reservoir capacity will be 12,100 acre-feet, of which 11,600 acre-feet will be flood-control storage and the remainder will be utilized to maintain the existing water-supply reservoir for Forest City, Pa., at this site. The reservoir area will be 425 acres, and the pool will extend about 2 miles upstream. The reservoir will control 55 percent of the watershed above Carbon- dale, 28 percent above Olyphant, and 17 percent above Scranton. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved August 18, 1941, as a modification of the southern New York and eastern Pennsylvania project authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936. The estimated Federal cost for new work revised in 1952, is $8,000,000 of which $5,935,000 is for con- struction and $2,065,000 is for lands and damages. Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.--Minor engineering studies were continued. The total costs and expenditures, all for new work, were $49.65. Condition at end of fscal year.--Preparationof detailed design and plans and specifications has been suspended pending disposition of the review report on North Branch Susquehanna River. Con- struction has not been initiated. The total costs and expenditures, all for new work, were $80,000. Proposed operation'.-No funds are available and no work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953 and 1954. Cost and flnancia summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30 1942, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prfor to 1948 Iew work: Appropriated-----... ...... ------------ ...-.------------------------------------ $80,000 Cost------------- -- __. Expenditures.--.....- _80,---- _-._ - --- :- -_:_ $2, 613.73......._. _---------1,585.45 $1,028.28 ... 6 80,00 49.65 80,000 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project---------------- $7, 920,000 19. SWOYERSVILLE AND FORTY FORT, PA. Location.-Swoyersville and Forty Fort, Pa., are situated on the Susquehanna River in Luzerne County, Pa. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheet, "Pittston, Pa.") Existing project.--The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of levees and related works along the north bank of the Susquehanna River, along Abrahams Creek, and at Carpenters Creek. The improvement will provide protection for the communities of Swoyersville, Forty Fort, Wyoming, West Wyoming, Exeter and part 358 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 of West Pittston, against a flood discharge equal to the maximum flood of record, which occurred in March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936. (See H. Doc. 702, 77th Cong., 2d sess.) The estimated Federal cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $3,650,000 for construction. The local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1952, is $166,800. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. The Common- wealth of Pennsylvania has established drainage district No. 23 to cover the drainage area of the North Branch of the Susquehanna River in the Boroughs of Forty Fort, Swoyersville, Wyoming, West Wyoming, Exeter and West Pittston, County of Luzerne. Formal assurances of cooperation by local interests have been requested; re- quired assurances will be executed prior to initiation of construction. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Foundation investiga- tion and design for stabilization of river bank slopes in the first unit of construction was continued by hired labor. Preparation of contract plans and specifications for construction of the main levee and drain- age structures along the Susquehanna River was continued by hired labor. The total costs, all for new work, were $11,829.44. The total expenditures were $12,413.88. Condition at end of fiscal year.--Preliminary plans are complete. The work remaining to be done is preparation of contract plans and specifications and construction of the project. The total costs, all for new work, were $94,944.39. The total expenditures were $94,877.00. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $4,123.00, plus an allotment during fiscal year 1953 of $896,000.00, a total of $900,123.00, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952----------------------- --------- $67. 39 New work July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953: Prepare contract plans and specifications for the initial units of construction, by hired labor--- 100, 055. 61 Initiate construction of the main levee and drainage structures along the Susquehanna River, by con- tinuing contract, including related Government costs --------------------- 800, 000. 00 Total of new work-------------- ------------------ 900, 055. 61 Total $900, 123.00 ------------------------------------------ The additional sum of $1,000,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: New work July 1, 1953, to June 30, 1954: Continue and complete preparation of contract plans and specifications for the remaining units of con- struction by hired labor--- ------------------- $55, 000 Complete construction of the main levee and drainage structures along the Susquehanna River, by con- tinuing contract, including related Government costs_ 526, 000 Initiate construction of Abrahams Creek diversion channel and levees, drainage structures and two flood barriers across railroad tracks near Swetland Lane, by continuing contract, including related Govern- ment costs----------------------------- ---- 419, 000 Total---- $,0-------00,00--- $1, 000, 000 FLOOD CONTROL---BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 359 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated__--------_--- -- --------- $48, 500.00 $50, 000.00 -$29,500.00 $99, 000.00 Cost----------------- $70.45 $5, 382.73 45, 933. 22 7, 181. 73 11, 829. 44 94, 944. 39 Expenditures--------- 70.45 4, 986.08 47, 655.92 5, 203.86 12,413.88 94,877.00 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------------------ $4,055. 61 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953----------896, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------- 900, 055.61 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project----------------------- 2, 655, 000. 00 20. WILKES-BARRE-HANOVER TOWNSHIP, SUSQUEHANNA RIVER, PA. Location.-The city of Wilkes-Barre, with Hanover Township ad- joining, is located in the central part of Luzerne County, Pa., on the left bank of the North Branch of the Susquehanna River approxi- mately 62 miles above its mouth. (See U. S. Geological Survey quad- rangle sheets "Pittston and Wilkes-Barre, Pa.") EEisting project.-The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of a system of levees and concrete flood walls, consisting of the following features: About 24,660 feet of earth levee and 160 feet of concrete flood wall along the left bank of the North Branch of the Susquehanna River, extending from high ground at the Lackawanna & Wyoming Valley Railroad near Union Street in Wilkes-Barre downstream along the left bank of the river to high ground near the mouth of Solomon Creek in Hanover Township; one impounding reservoir including 3,200 feet of earth levees; one relief culvert and eight pumping stations for the disposal of interior drainage; ap- purtenant drainage structures; and about 17,900 feet of electric trans- mission line with four transformer substations for furnishing power to the pumping stations. The improvement provides protection for the city of Wilkes-Barre and Hanover Township against a flood discharge equal to the maximum flood of record, which occurred in March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Con- trol Act approved June 2, 1936, and modified by the Flood Control Act approved June 30, 1948. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $3,829,000 for construction. The estimated local costs of lands and damages, revised in 1949, is $216,000. The completed portions of the project were turned over to local interests for maintenance and operation. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. All require- ments have been met. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-Plansand specifications for river bank stabilization were completed, by hired labor, and con- struction, by contract, was commenced during June 1952. Prepara- tion of record drawings, final reports, minor modifications and general cleanup was continued by hired labor. The total costs, all for new work, were $3,572.65. The total expenditures were $3,039.00. 360 REPORT Of CHIEP OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Condition at end of fscaZ yea.-Construction of the project was completed in March 1948 except for construction of river bank stabili- zation. Responsibility for operation and maintenance of the main portion of the project was formally transferred to local interests on March 38,1948, for the first unit of bank stabilization on May 3, 1949, and for a section of levee raising on June 26, 1950. The work remain- ing to be done is completion of river bank stabilization, by contract, and completion of record drawings, final reports, minor modifications and general cleanup by hired labor. The total costs, all for new work, were $3,726,940.65, of which $2,854,225.92 was regular funds and $872,714.73 was Emergency Relief funds. The total expenditures were $3,726,395.18. In addition, $36,375.38 Emergency Relief funds were exp~ended prior to adoption of the project. Proposed operations--The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $102,561.07, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 80, 1952------ .---------------- ------- $545.47 New work July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953: - Complete construction of river, bank stabilization, by contract, including related Government costs. $94, 000. 00 Complete record drawings, final reports, minor modi- fications and general cleanup by hired labor--__ 8, 016. 20 Total .. _------------- --------------- ---- 102, 016. 20 Total......i..---------------------.--- ----- 102, 016. 20 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. It is anticipated that the existing project can be completed with available funds. Copt and4-flnancl saummary Fiscal year ending June 30 Other new work data: Unlobligated balance, June 30, 1952__------------------- $55, 387.88 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953. ...-------- 55, 387. 38 S1ndhides $872784.73 Emedrgency Riefifunds. SIn addition $36,375.38 Emergency Relief funds were expended for new work prior to adoption of the projet. 21. KINGSTON4EDWARDSVILLE, SUSQUEHANNA, RIVER, PA. Location.-The boroughs of Kingston and Edwardsville, Pa., are located in Luzerne County, Pa., on the right bank of the North Branch of the Susquehanna River approximately 62 miles above its mouth. .(See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheet, "Pittston, Pa.") Exising project.-.-The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of a system of levees consisting of the following features: About 18,169 feet of earth levee along the right bank of the North Branch of the Susquehanna River, extending from high ground, near Rutter Avenue and Church Street in Kingston southeasterly to FLOQD CONTROIr--BALTI~QRE, MD., DISTRICT the river, thence downstream along the right bank of the river to the Kingston-Edwardsville borough line, thence northerly generally parallel to the Edwardsville borough line to high ground near Toby Creek and Plymouth Street; a concrete pressure culvert 161/2 feet in diameter, about 6,659 feet long, with impounding basin, levees, and intake structure to carry the flow of Tobey Creek; 3 pumping stations for the disposal of interior drainage; 3,080 feet of concrete intercepting .sewer; appurtenant drainage ...structures; and about 16,700 feet of electric transmission lines with 2 transformer substa- tions for furnishing power to the pumping stations. The improve- ment provides protection for the boroughs of Kingston and Edwards- ville against a flood discharge equal to the maximum flood of record; which occurred in March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $4,426,970 for con- struction. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1952, is $378,900. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Fully com- plied with. Operations and results during fiscal year.--Coastruction of Rutter Avenue levee extension was completed by contract. Preparation of record drawings and final reports was continued by hired labor. Minor modifications and general cleanup were continued by hired labor. The total costs, all for new work, were $19,707.11 Th total expenditures were $10,261.49. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The project was operationally com- plete in 1943, except for minor levee extension work along Rutter Avenue which was completed in 1952 to the Kingston-Forty Fort Borough line. Responsibility for operation.and maintenance of the main portion of the project was formally transferred to local interests on December 1, 1948. The work remaining to be done is constrtruion of the levee closure along Rutter Avenue- in the Boi~ough f4trF Fort, by contract, and 'completion of record drawings, final reports; and minor modifications and general cleanup by hired laboi. The total costs, all for new work, were $4,406,838.63, of which $8,244,290.21 was regular funds and $1,162,548.42 was Emergency Relief funds. The total expenditures were $4,395,370.82. In addition, $225,877.24 Emergency Relief funds were expended prior to adoption of the project. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $25,598.47, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952---------------------.--------_ $11, 467. 81 New work July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953: Complete record drawings and final reports, by hired labor, and make final payments for con- struction of Rutter Avenue levee,. extension by contract --- ---------------- $12,,----------- 070. 66 Complete minor modifications and general cleanup by hired labor---------------------------- 2, 060. 00 14, 130, Total-------------------------- .-------------- 25, 598,4T 362 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 No work is scheduled during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ..--- ------------.------------ $65,000.00 -. - $8,000.00 1 $4,420,969.29 .------ Cost..--------------- Expenditures...--------... $2, 379. 25 2,142.71 $1, 589. 87 1,649. 55 7, 012. 27 $32, 149.96 7,182.80 29,957.24 19, 707. 11 10, 261.49 Is4, 1 4, 406, 838. 63 395, 370.82 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952- ___--- _______ $9, 613. 19 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953, ---------- 9, 613. 19 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project------------------- --- -------- 6, 000. 00 1 Includes $1,162,548.42 Emergency Relief funds. 3 In addition $225,877.24 Emergency Relief funds were expended for new work prior to adoption of the project. 22. PLYMOUTH, SUSQUEHANNA RIVER, PA. Location.-The borough of Plymouth is located in Luzerne County, Pa., on the right bank of the North Branch of the Sesquehanna River, 59.5 miles above its mouth. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheet "Wilkes-Barre, Pa.") Existing project.--The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of a system of levees consisting of the following features: About 8,680 feet of earth levee along the right bank of the North Branch of the Susquehanna River, extending from high ground near the Carey Avenue Bridge downstream along the right bank of the river to Mras Street, thence northerly to high ground near Main Street approximately paralleling Flat Road; a diversion channel about 2,670 feet long on the outside of the levee system from Main Street to the river, paralleling Flat Road; two pumping stations for the disposal of interior drainage; appurtenant drainage structures; and about 4,100 feet of electric transmission lines, with one transformer substation for supplying power to the pumping stations. The improvement provides protection for the Borough of Plymouth against a flood discharge equal to the maximum flood of record, which occurred in March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved June 22, 1936. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $1,867,189 for construction. The estimated local cost of lands and damages, revised in 1952 is $112,700. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. All require- ments have been met. Operations and results during -fiscal year.-Preparationof record drawings and final reports was continued by hired labor. Minor modifications and general cleanup were continued by hired labor. The total costs, all for new work, were $12,106.18. The total expendi- tures were $22,154.51. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the project was completed in May 1948 except the supplementary sluice gates on existing outlet structures which were completed during fiscal year FLOOD CONTROL--BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 363 1951. Responsibility for operation and maintenance of the main portion of the project was formally transferred to local interests on July 30, 1948 and for the supplementary gates on July 13, 1951. The work remaining to be done is completion of record drawings, final reports, and minor modifications and general cleanup by hired labor. The total costs, all for new work, were $1,862,389.37, of which $1,858,032.61 was regular funds and $4,356.76 was Emergency Relief funds. The total expenditures were $1,861,768.99. Praposed operatios.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $21,419.77 less a revocation of $16,000, a total of $5,419.77, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30. 1952--------------------------- $620.38 New work July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953: Complete minor modifications and general cleanup by hired labor------------------------------- $2, 193. 00 Complete record drawings and final reports by hired labor------ ------------------------------- 2, 606. 39 $4, 799. 39 Total ---------------------------------------- ------ 5, 419. 77 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-.....-- - $24, 500.00 _. . .1$215, 000.00 -$65,168.00 ----------- $1, 883,188. 76 Cost------------- 278,048.59 $6,113.83 9, 149. 64 112, 823.80 $12,106. 18 11, 862, 389.37 Expenditures-......... 297, 659. 61 7, 311. 79 8, 626. 98 102, 748.47 22,154.51 11,861, 768. 99 1 Includes $4,356.76 Emergency Relief funds. Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952---------------------- $20, 429. 83 Revocation for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953- --.---- -16, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------ 4, 429. 83 23. SUNBURY, SUSQUEHANNA RIVER, PA. Location.--Sunbury, Pa., is situated on the Susquehanna River in Northumberland County, Pa. (See U. S. Geological Survey quad- rangle sheet--"Sunbury, Pa.") Emisting project.--The plan of improvement provides for 10,000 feet of levee on the right bank of Shamokin Creek, one pumping station, interceptor sewer and appurtenant works in the Shamokin Creek sec- tion; approximately 4,000 feet of levee, 12,100 feet of concrete flood wall, interceptor sewers, 4 pumping stations and appurtenant struc- tures along the left bank of the Susquehanna River. The improve- ment will provide protection for the city of Sunbury against a flood discharge equal to the maximum flood of record, which occurred in March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Con- trol Act approved June 22, 1936, as modified by the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941 (H. Doc. 366, 76th Cong., 1st sess.). The estimated Federal cost, revised in 1952 is $6,110,000 for construc- tion exclusive of contributed funds of $140,500. The estimated local 364 REPORT OF CIITIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 cost of lands, damages, and utility relocations; revised in 1952 is $232,800. Local cooperatio.- Se pages 4-5 for requirements. All require- ments have been fulfilled. Operations and res elts drin seal year.-Constructionof a man hole and a storm sewer and tie-in to the manhole was commenced and completed by contract. Preparation of record drawings and final reports was continued by hired labor. Minor modifications and gen- eral cleanup were continued by hired labor. The total costs, all for new work, were $8,672.55. The total expenditures were $9,736.53. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The construction of the project:is complete. Responsibility for maintenance was formally transferred to local interests on August 12, 1949, for the Shamokin Creek section, and on February 20,.1951, for the upper and lower Susquehanna River sections. The work remaining to be done is completion of record drawings, final reports, and minor modifications and general cleanup by hired labor. The total cost for new work, on all- sections, was $6,057,670.57. The total expenditures were $6,057,665.81. In addi- tion $140,504.29 was expended from contributed funds for new work. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $12,334.19, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable J'une 30, 1952------------------------------ $4. 76 Complete minor modifications and general cleanup by hired labor ---------------------------- $6, 123.00 Complete record drawings-and final reports by hired- labor-------------- -------------------- 6, 206. 43 12, 329.43 Total -------- -------------- 12, 334. 19 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary UNITED STATES FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to Jun 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1052 palir to 1948 New work: Appropriated -------- $1,874,000.00 $885,600.00 $1,600,000.00 $298, 700. 00 -$35, 000. 00 $6,120,000.00 Cost-....---- ..--------- 1,623,964.81 1, 933'035i.9 1,686,497.05 243, 800.81 8, 51L11 6, 57, 70.57 Expenditures ------- 1,583,023.02 1,867,059.48 1,671,635.29 426, 638.18 9, 575.07 6, 57, 665.81 Other new work data.: Unobligated balance,; une 30, 1952--...--------. ------ _ $62, 210. 08 Revocation for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953----- -50, 000.90 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953----------.... 12,210. 08 CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Foal yar etndinig =30 Ta1to June ing fiscal years 19 1949 x1950 1951 198E p -to 1948 New work ' Contributed ------.........-- $27, 0 0. 6, 000. 59,94 15 897.68 $161.-48 4!504. 2 Cost........---------------..... 10,500.00 -----------. ...... . .... 42. L 0 0 Expenditures.--... 10,50.00 . ....... --- 1842 83 1. 40 84904. FLOOD CONTROL---BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 365 24. WILLIAMSPORT, SUSQUEHANNA RIVER, PA. Location.-Williamsport, the county seat of Lycoming County, Pa., is located on the left bank of the West Branch of the Susque- hanna River, 40 miles above its mouth. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheets--"Trout Run and Williamsport, Pa.") Existing project.-The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of a system of levees and concrete flood walls and appurte- nant structures, consisting of the following features: About 26,200 feet of barth levee- and 3,060 feet of concrete flood wall along the left bank of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River, extending from high ground near Sheridan St., generally parallel to and on the right bank of Millers Run to the Susquehanna River, thence extending upstream along the left bank of the river and Lycoming Creek; about 29,900 feet of earth levee and 860 feet of concrete flood wall alongthe left bank of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River, extending from high ground at Bottle Run generally parallel to and on the right bank of Lycoming Creek to the Susquehanna River, thence extending upstream along the left bank of the river to Cario- thers Lane, thence to high g'round along the Pennsylvania Railroad; about 11,400 feet of earth levee and 880 feet of concrete flood wall along the right bank of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River in South Williamsport, extending from high ground at Central Ave- nue and Charles Street, along Charles Street to the river, thence upstream along the river to high ground at Maynard Street; a re- inforced concrete pressure culvert about 1,390 feet long and a flume 470 feet lonr to provide for control of Hagermans Run; 9 pumping stations for the disposal of interior drainage; and appurtenant clos- ure and drainage structures. The improvement will provide pro- tectibn for the city of Williamsport and the borough of South Williamsport and part of Old Lycoming Township against a flood dis- charge equal to the maximum flood of record, which occurred in March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Con- trol Act approved June 22, 1936. The estimated Federal cost of new work revised in 1952, is $14,500,000 for construction, which does not include an estimated $81,538 of local -contributions. The esti- mated local cost of lands, damages, and utility relocations, revised in 1952, is $1,717,800. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Local inter- ests have furnished assurances that all the requirements will be complied with. Operations and results during fiscal year.--Levee Unit No. 1: Con- tract for construction of a seepage control system was commenced and completed during August 1951. Levee Unit No. 2: A contract for construction of the seepage con- trol system was awarded during June 1952. Levee Unit No. 4: Foundation investigations,, engineering studies and preparation of contract plans and specifications vere continued during the fiscal year by hired labor. Levee Unit No. 5: Plans and specifications were continued and in progress at the end of the fiscal year by hired labor. Contract for construction of Units 5A and 5B consisting of levees, drainage struc- 245554-53-vol. 1-24 366 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 tures, manhole, closure sill, earth ramps and miscellaneous appurte- nant works, commenced in April 1952, and was in progress at the end of the fiscal year. The major items of work accomplished under the contract included excavation and stripping of 62,831 cubic yards of material and placement of 44,090 cubic yards of levee embankment and backfill. Levee Unit No. 6: Contract for construction of Unit 6B, consist- ing of levees, flood walls, interceptor sewer, relief wells and appurte- nances, was completed on July 20, 1951. Contract for construction of Unit 6C, consisting of levees, flood walls, a pressure conduit, three pumping stations, closure structures and related facilities, was com- pleted on May 29, 1952. The major items of work accomplished under the above contracts included excavation of 32,705 cubic yards of ma- terial, placement of 44,731 cubic yards of levee embankment and backfill, 2,713 square feet of steel sheet piling, 1,994 cubic yards of dumped borrow stone, and 150 cubic yards of reinforced concrete. Operations by the Pennsylvania Railroad Co., under a contract, for cooperative services to enable construction of Hagermans Run conduit, was continued and completed on June 30, 1952. The total costs, all for new work, were $495,397.82. The total expenditures were $523,668.49. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The entire project is 65 percent complete. Responsibility for operation and maintenance of the com- pleted work on Units 1, 2 and 3 was formally transferred to local inter- ests on September 1, 1950. The work remaining to be done is as follows: Levee Units Nos. 1 and 2: Complete corrective measures for con- trol of underseepage by contract. Levee Unit No. 3: Install an additional pump in Basin Street pumping station by contract. Levee Unit No. 4: Complete contract plans and specifications, by hired labor, and initiate and complete construction of Unit No. 4 by continuing contract. Levee Unit No. 5: Complete plans and specifications, by hired labor, and complete construction by continuing contracts. Levee Unit No. 6: Raise railroad and construct levee closure at downstream end by contract. The total costs, all for new work, were $9,541,694.80, of which $9,497,470.30 was regular funds, $42,337.47 was contributed funds, and $1,887.03 was Emergency Relief funds. The total expenditures were $9,470,347.76. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $1,060,926.74 plus allotment for fiscal year 1953 of $1,037,500 for new work, a total of $2,098,426.74 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952---------------------------- $71, 347. 04 New work July 1,1952, to June 30, 1953: Levee Unit No. 1: Complete additional underseepage con- trol system in existing levee, by contract, including re- lated Government costs--------------------------- 109, 667. 00 Levee Unit No. 2: Complete seepage control system in exist- ing levees, by contract, including Government costs----- 14, 000. 00 Levee Unit No. 3: Complete installation of additional pump in Basin Street pumping station, by contract, including re- lated Government costs- --- - ----- ----- - 38,000. 00 FLOOD CONTROL---BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 367 New work, July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953-Continued Levee Unit No. 4: Continue design and plans by hired labor- --- $75, 160 Initiate construction of Bottle railroad bridge, levees, flood walls, drainage structures, seep- age relief system and appurtenances, by con- tinuing contract, including related Govern- ment costs--- ------------------------ 400, 000 $475, 160. 00 Levee Unit No. 5: Continue and complete design and plans by hired labor__---- ------ ------------------ 21, 000 Complete construction of Units 5A and 5B for levees, closure sill, and drainage structures, by continuing contract, including related Gov- ernment costs_____------------------- 600,118 Initiate construction of Unit' 50, for levees, pumping station, bridge raising, railroad re- location and drainage structures, by continu- ing contract, including Government costs_-.. 647, 500 1, 268, 618. 00 Levee Unit No. 6: Complete final payments for construction of Unit 6C, by contract, including related Govern- ment costs------------- ------------ 83, 765 Complete railroad raising and levee closure at downstream end, by contract, including re- lated Government costs----------------- 25, 000 108, 765. 00 All sections: Continue minor modifications and general cleanup by hired labor or contract------------ --------- 6,161. 00 Continue and complete record drawings and final reports on completed construction by hired labor- -. - 6, 708. 70 Total-------- ------------------------------ 2, 098, 426. 74 The additional sum of $1,600,000.00 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Levee Unit No. 4: Continue design and plans by hired labor------- $30, 000 Continue and complete construction of Bottle Run diversion, railroad bridge, levees, flood walls, drainage structures, seepage relief sys- tem and appurtenances, by continuing contract, including related Government costs-- ------- 738, 000 Initiate construction of levees, walls, pumping sta- tion, railroad relocation, drainage structure and appurtenances, by continuing contract, includ- ing related Government costs--------------429,000 $1, 197, 000 Levee Unit No. 5: Continue and complete construction of Unit 5C, for levees, pumping station, bridge raising, railroad re- location, and drainage structures, by continuing contract, including related Government costs ------------------ 400, 000 All sections: Continue minor modifications and general cleanup by hired labor or contract--------------------- 3, 000 Total---- ----------------------------------- 1, 600, 000 368 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. IMY, 1952 Cost and ftnancial summary UNITED STATES FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 . . 1950- 4151 . 1952 -prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-......... $2,236;000.900$1,900,000.00 $1,700,000.00 $330,0.00. $775,0.00. $10, 449, 737. 03 Cost----------------- 1, 221, 763. 66 2, 295, 154.09 2, 172, 905. 35 970, 644. 40 495;397. 82 1 9, 499, 357. 33 Expenditures......... 1, 203, 403. 782, 224,265. 86 2,246, 028:29 968, 868. 75 523, 668. 49 1 9, 428, 010. 29 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------_..------- - $414, 050. 82 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953---------- ,037, 500. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------ t1, 451, 550. 82 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project------- ---------------- 3,012, 700. 00 CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Contributed--------.......... $22, 337.47 _.---[ $39, 200. 00 -3, 140.00 -------------- $81, 537. 47 Cost.....--------------42, 337.47 .---------------------------------------- 42, 337. 47 Expenditures ........ -- .42,337.47 --------- ..--- ... . -----------. ..-.-- 42, 337. 47 1 Includes $1,887.03 Emergency Relief funds. 25. TYRONE, PA. Location.-Tyrone, Pa., is on the left bank of the ittle Juniast River, 15 miles above its confluence with the Frankstown Branch, and 116 miles above the mouth of the Juniata River. Bald 3agle Creek and Sink Run, drainig 53 and 7 square miles, respectively, flow through the city. (See U. S. Geologicat Survey quadrangle sheet "Tyrone, Pa.") Existing project.--The plan of improement ponsists of 4,700 feet of levee and 2,000 feet of coacrete food w4ds the Litle Juniata ilong River, 3,900 feet of channel enlargement and 900 feet of pressure con- duit along Bald Eagle Creek, 700 feet of chanel enlargement and 1,850 feet of pressure conduit on Sink Run. Interior drainage will be provided by a pressure conduit on Schell Run, pumping stations, interceptor sewers, and appurtenant works. The improvement will provide protection for the city of Tyrone against a flood discharge equal to the maximum flood of record, which occurred in March 1936. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act, approved December 22, 1944. (See H. Doc. 702, 77th Cong., 2d sess.) The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $7,872,000 and the cost to local interests is estimated to be $595,500 (1952). Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Assurances of local cooperation were furnished by the Borough Council of Tyrone and the Water and Power Resources Board of the FLOOD -CONTROL--BALPIMORE MD., DISTRICT 369 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and were formally accepted June 13, 1949. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Engineering studies and design in connection with interior drainage and possible modifi- cation of the project plan were in progress by hired labor. The total costs, all for new work, were $132.05. The total expenditures were $186.87. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Preliminarydesigns and plans are complete, except for report on interior drainage, and contract plans and specifications are about 17 percent complete. The remaining work consists of completing studies of interior drainage and modifications to the project plan, completion of contract plans and specifications, and construction of the project. The total costs and expenditures, all for new work,were $135 171.64. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $828.36, will be applied as follows: New work July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953: Continue engineering studies and design in connection with interior drainage and possible modifica- tion of the project plan, by hired labor --------------------------- $828. 36 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated_- $25,000.00 $35 000.00----------- - 39,000.00 $136,000.00 Cost--__ ..----------- 2, 102.48 1,732. 81 $13, 644. 73 $2, 629. 12 132.05 135,171.64 Expenditurtes-----..... iT. 78 -1, 185.90 14, 084.47 2,177.7 186.87 135,171 64 Other new work data : Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952, .... ... $82& 86 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 . . 828. 36 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project----------------------- 7,736, 00. 00 26. YORK, CODORUS CREEK, PA. Location.-York, Pa., is on Codorus Creek, 10 miles above its con- fluence with the main Susquehanna River. Codorus Creek with its tributary branches is located in York County in the south and central parts of Pennsylvania. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangle sheets "Pennsylvania-York and Hanover.") Existing project.-The plan of improvement provides for the con- struction of Indian Rock Dam, an earth- and rock-fill dam about 1,000 feet long at the top, rising 83 feet above the stream bed, with a reservoir providing for the controlled storage of 28,000 acre-feet at the elevation of the spillway crest. The dam site is located on the main branch of Codorus Creek about 3 miles above York. The outlet works are located in the right abutment and the uncontrolled spillway is located on the right bank, discharging upstream from the tunnel outlet. The reservoir will control the entire drainage area of the main branch of Codorus Creek and 41 percent of the drainage area above York. The 370 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 plan also provides for improvements to Codorus Creek Channel in the vicinity of and through the city of York for a distance of about 22,969 feet extending from 300 feet above Richland Avenue to a point down- stream from the Pennsylvania Railroad crossing known as Black Bridge. The improvements, which will increase the channel capacity to 24,000 cubic feet per second, include widening and deepening the channel, constructing bank protection, removing the York Roller Mill Dam, and the construction of a low-water channel approximately 3,900 feet in length in the vicinity of the York Roller Mill Dam. The improvement will provide protection for the city of York against a flood discharge approximately 33 percent greater than the maximum flood of record, which occurred in'August 1933. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved June 22, 1936, as amended by the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938. The estimated Federal cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $5,100,- 000, of which $4,527,000 is for construction and $573,000 is for lands and damages. Local cooperation.-Section 2 of the Flood Control Act approved June 28, 1938, applies. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Excavation of Codorus Creek Channel was continued and completed by contract. Construc- tion of the weir on Codorus Creek was commenced and completed by contract. The major items of work accomplished under the above contracts included excavation and disposal of 47,836 cubic yards of material, placement of 215 tons of derrick stone, and 327 cubic yards of Prepakt concrete. Acquisition of land and reimbursement to own- ers was continued by hired labor. Operation, maintenance and repair of Indian Rock Dam and Codorus Creek Channel was continued by hired labor. The reservoir gates were closed from March 10 through March 12, 1952 and were most effective in controlling a minor flood downstream of the dam. Effective November 28, 1951 the plan of operation of the dam was altered in order to assure a substantial re- duction of peak flows even if human or mechanical failure should prevent the gates being operated during a flood. Beginning on that date, 2 of the 3 gates were kept closed except when water was being released after a flood. The total costs were $132,876.28, of which $99,452.10 was for new work and $33,424.18 was for maintenance. The total expenditures were $135,109.81. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The project was operationally com- plete in December 1949. The Codorus Creek Channel improvement is complete and Indian Rock Dam is complete except for paving of the access road to the dam. The work remaining to be done is paving of the access road to the dam by contract, and completion of record drawings, final reports, and minor modifications and general cleanup by hired labor. The total costs were $5,190,160.46, of which $5,020,- 571.08 (regular funds) and $11,588.14 (Emergency Relief funds) were for new work and $158,001.24 was for maintenance. The total ex- penditures were $5,182,180.10. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $76,376.04, plus accounts receivable of $25.31, plus allotment for fiscal FLOOD CONTROL-BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 371 year 1953 of $24,645 for maintenance, a total of $101,046.35, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 ........... ___ .... __ .. .... $8, 005. 67 New work July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1952: Continue and complete preparation of contract plans and specifi- cations for paving of the access road to Indian Rock Dam, by hired labor, and commence and complete construction, by con- tract, including related Government costs-------------- .--........ 11, 000. 00 Complete installation of radio transmitter, receiver and auxiliary power plant by hired labor_ ......... 567. 00 Complete reimbursement to owners and obtain certificates of titles for lands acquired for the channel portion of the project by hired labor--------------------- .-- - ---.------. 48, 119. 92 Continue and complete record drawings and final reports by hired labor------ -------------- -------------- 4, 080. 00 Continue and complete minor improvements and general cleanup, by hired labor, and make final contract payment for repair of weir-- -_..___ 4,062.00 Total new work------ ------------------------ 67, 828. 92 Maintenance July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953: Operate and maintain Indian Rock Dam and Reservoir and the Codorus Creek Channel by hired labor------------- ---------------------- 25, 211.76 Total--- ------------------------------------ 101, 046. 35 The additional sum of $32,200 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for the operation and maintenance of Indian Rock Dam and Reservoir and Codorus Creek Channel. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated......... $100,000.00 $203,100.00 .........-----------... $90,100.00 ------------ ............ $5, 099, 988. 14 Cost---------------..................97, 471. 64 51, 804. 74 $126, 485. 81 74,.871.35 $99, 452.10 15,032,159.22 Expenditures-......... 123, 635. 49 39, 933. 83 135, 089. 18 72, 371. 76 99, 077. 18 1 5, 025, 819. 60 Maintenance: Appropriated--..---... 15, 200. 00 14,500.00.. 20.500.00 21,100..00 33, 568.00 158, 568. 00 Cost------ .................----- 12, 636. 82 21, 273. 08 19, 518. 28 21, 658. 78 33, 424. 18 158, 001. 24 Expenditures--------......... 12, 812. 54 19, 275. 65 19, 939. 15 18, 626. 38 36, 032. 63 156, 360. 50 1 Includes $11,588.14 Emergency Relief funds. Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------ ----------------- $15, 161. 19 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------- ----- 15, 161.19 27. SNAGGING AND CLEARING UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 2 OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED AUGUST 28, 1937, AS AMENDED The Flood Control Act approved August 28, 1937, as amended by the Flood Control Acts approved August 11, 1939, August 18, 1941, and July 24, 1946, authorized the allotment of not to exceed $1,000,000 from the flood-control appropriations for any one fiscal year for the removal of accumulated snags and other debris from, and the clearing and straightening of channels in navigable streams and tributaries thereof when such work is advisable in the interest of flood control; provided that not more than $50,000 shall be allotted for this purpose 372 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 for any single tributary from the appropriations for any one fiscal year. Operations and results during fiscal yea.--Removal of growth and obstructions on two islands and clearing of the left bank of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River in the vicinity of Milton, Pa., was completed by contract. A study and review of the snagging and clearing project at Newton Creek, Bainbridge, N. Y. was in progress, by hired labor. The total costs, all for new work, were $3,622.26. The total expenditures were $7,063.84. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Removal of debris and channel clearing on the Lackawanna River and tributaries at Scranton, Pa., was completed in fiscal year 1943. Clearing and snagging operations on the Chenango River at Port Dickinson, N. Y. and downstream from Cutler Dam at Binghamton, N. Y. were completed in fiscal year 1950. Removal of growth and obstructions on two islands and clearing of the left bank of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River in the vicinity of Milton, Pa., was completed in fiscal year 1952. A study and review of the project on Newton Creek, Bainbridge, N. Y., is partially complete. The work remaining to be done is completion of the project on Newton Creek, Bainbridge, N. Y. The total costs, all for new work, were $84,282.84. The total expenditures were $84,103.61. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $15,522.54, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 _ __-------------_ $179.23 New work July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953: Complete engineering studies and prepare contract plans and specifications, by hired labor, and accomplish snagging and clearing operations on Newton Creek, Bainbridge, N. Y., by contract, including related Govern- ment costs-------------------------------------------15, 343. 31 Total -------------- --------------------------- $15, 522. 54 Cost and flnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---------.......--------....... $25, 000. 00 $50, 000. 00 $20, 000. 00 -$28,232.95 $99, 626.15 Cost---- .28, ......------------------- 560. 32 6, 363. 01 35, 173.72: 3, 622; 26 84, 282. 84 Expenditures------ - .------------ 25,543.54 6,800.25 34,132.45 7,063.84 84,103.61 MOther new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952-_----- ----------------- $15, 218. 31 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 ------------ 15, 218. 31 28. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS AND CONTINGENCIES FOR FLOOD CONTROL The cost of this work during the fiscal year amounted to $8,697.60, of which $7,592.43 was for preliminary examinations and surveys, and $1,105.17 was for contingencies. The expenditures were $7,950.44. FLOOD CONTROL -BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT, The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $2,487.75, plus allotments during fiscal year 1953 of $12,300 for preliminary examinations and. surveys and $2,000 for contingencies, a total of $16,787.75, will be ap- plied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952..----....- ------------ --- $1, 214. 55 Preliminary examinations and surveys, by hired labor, July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953-- -------------------------------- 3, 339. 85 Contingencies, by hired labor, July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953 ------ 2, 233. 35 Total ------ ------------------------ --------------- 16, 787. 75 The additional sum of $76,100.00 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: Preliminary examinations and surveys, by hired labor, July 1, 1953 to June 30, 1954-- ---------------------------- ---------- $53, 100. 00 Contingencies, by hired labor, July 1, 1953 to June 30, 1954-------- 23, 000. 00 Total ---------------- ---------------------------- 76,100. 00 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated ........ $155, 000. 00 $245, 000. 00 $243, 000. 00 $76,000.00 $4,100. 00 $1, 218, 551. 38 Cost---- ----.... ----... 148, 238. 50 245,172.95 219, 064.00 94.065. 20 8,697.60 1,217,278.18 Expenditures- ...... 158, 047. 73 233, 783. 79 222, 119. 32 101, 762. 03 7, 950. 44 1, 216, 063.63 29. INSPECTION OF COMPLETED PROJECTS The cost of this work during the fiscal year amounted to $1,726.36.. The expenditures were $1,902.16. The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $276.25, plus $800 allotted during fiscal year 1953, less ac- counts payable $1.36, a total of $1,074.89, will be applied as needed during fiscal year 1953 to payment of expenses under this heading. The additional sum of $2,000 can be profitably expended for inspec- tion of completed projects during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated--------.... .........------------..------- --------- $1,540.00 $900.00 $2, 440. 00 Cost ----------------- ----------- I------------ ------------ 438. 75 1,726.36 2;166 11 Expenditures--- --------------------------------- 261.59 1,902.16 2,163. 7- 374 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 30. INACTIVE FLOOD CONTROL PROJECTS Cost and expenditures For last to June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project full report, amount re- ame o proj see Annual quired to Report New Main- complete 4 for- work tenance - - - - - - - - - - - - - _--------------1937 West Pittston, 2Pa.l- -_------------__ -- --- - --- - -- -- -- - ------------------------ $854,000 Nanticoke, Pa ....... __ _................... ..... 1937 ----------------------- 1, 591, 000 Federalsburg, Marshyhope Creek, Md.S_ _____-_-_-- 1941 $4,061.08 ... ----- 460,939 1 No funds have been allotted and no work has been done on this project. In accordance with the pro- visions of the 1941 Flood Control Act t the 5-year limitation clause on assurances of local cooperation has been invoked. The project authorization will expire Nov. 22, 1955. 2 No funds have been allotted and no work has been done on this project. In accordance with the pro- visions of the 1941 Flood Control Act, the 5-year limitation clause on assurances of local cooperation has 3 been invoked. The project authorization will expire Oct. 19, 1955. Awaiting local cooperation. 4Estimate of Federal cost revised in 1952. 31. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolut io Date trans- Docu- Recom- Locality Authorization mitted to ment menda- Congress No. tion Catatonk Creek Basin in the vicinity Commerce Committee resolu- of Candor, N. Y. (tributary of the tion, June 20, 1944. Susquehanna River).' Chenango and Susquehanna Rivers in Flood Control Committee res- Broome County, N. Y.1 olution, Dec. 18, 1945. Juniata River and tributaries, Pennsyl- Flood Control Act, Dec. 22, vania, with special reference to pro- 1944. posed Raystown Reservoir. Lackawanna River, Pa.'l.............. Commerce Committee resolu- tion, July 8, 1942. Marshyhope Creek, Md................. Flood Control Committee res- olution, Mar. 1, 1946. Marshyhope Creek and tributaries, Flood Control Act, July 24, Maryland. 1946. Nanticoke River and tributaries, Mary- Flood Control Act, May 17, land and Delaware, in the interest of 1950. flood control and major drainage im- provements. Owego Creek, in the vicinity of Owego, Commerce Committee reso- N. Y. (tributary of the Susquehanna lution, June 20, 1944. River).1 Raystown Reservoir, Juniata River and Flood Control Act, Dec. 22, tributaries, Pennsylvania. 1944. Solomon Creek, Hanover Township, Flood Control Committee res- Pa., tributary of the Susquehanna olution, Mar. 22, 1946. River., Susquehanna River and tributaries for Commerce Committee resolu- flood control on Catatonk Creek Basin tion, June 20, 1944. in vicinity of Candor, N. Y.' Susquehanna River and tributaries for Commerce Committee resolu- flood control on Owego Creek in the tion, June 20, 1944. vicinity of Owego, N. Y.1 Susquehanna River, North Branch, Flood Control Committee res- N. Y., Pa., and tributaries. (Final re- olution, July 5, 1946. port). Susquehanna River, West Branch, Pa., Flood Control Committee res- -------------r and tributaries. olution, May 29, 1946. Susquehanna River, Pa., flood control Flood Control Committee res- in Luzerne County, Pa. at and in olution, Jan. 31, 1946. vicinity of Wilkes-Barre, Kingston, and contiguous areas.' See footnote at end of table. FLOOD CONTROL--BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT 375 Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions---Continued Date trans- Docu- Recom Locality Authorization mitted to ment menda- Congress No. tion Susquehanna =River, Pa., flood control,. Flood Control Committee res- . --- ........----- on Solomon Creek in Hanover Town- olution, Mar. 22, 1946. ship Pa.1 Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers in Flood Control Committee res- ---......................-------- Broome County, N. Y.1 olution, Dec. 18, 1945. Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers in Commerce Committee resolu-....................... Broome County, N. Y.1 tion, Jan. 14, 1946. Susquehanna River in vicinity of Endi- Flood Control Act, Dec. 22, ......---.....--------...-------- cott, Johnson City, and Vestal, N. Y. 1944. (final report). Susquehanna River, flood protection Commerce Committee resolu---....- -. ....... for Cortland, N. Y., and vicinity. tion, Apr. 17, 1946. Susquehanna River and tributaries, Flood Control Committee res- .--.--.----...-------- New York, Pennsylvania, and Mary- olution, Apr. 19, 1946. land, with view to providing flood protection at and in the vicinity of Nichols, Tioga County, N. Y.1 1 Report on this investigation contained in the report on Susquehanna River, North Branch, N. Y. and Pa. 32. EMERGENCY FLOOD CONTROL WORK UNDER AUTHORITY OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED AUGUST 18, 1941 The Flood Control Act, approved August 18, 1941, as amended authorizes the allotment of not to exceed $2,000,000 from the flood control appropriations for any one fiscal year to be expended in rescue work or in the repair, restoration or maintenance of any flood control work threatened or destroyed by flood, including the strengthening, raising, extending, or other modification thereof as may be necessary in the discretion of the Chief of Engineers for the adequate functioning of the work for flood control. Operations and results during fsoal year.--Emergency wall repairs along Chauncey Run and Canacadea Creek were continued and com- pleted by contract. Preparation of contract plans and specifications for emergency repairs to levee embankment along the right bank of Lycoming Creek at Williamsport, Pa., was commenced and completed, by hired labor, and construction, by contract, was commenced and in progress. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $64,599.31. The tbtal expenditures were $67,999.14. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Emergency wall repairs along Chauncey Run and Canacadea Creek at Hornell, N. Y., are complete. Emergency repairs to levee embankment along the right bank of Lycoming Creek, at Williamsport, Pa., are 10 percent complete. The work remaining to be done is completion of contract for emergency repairs at ' Williamsport, Pa. The total costs, all for maintenance, were $337,772.96 of which $44,300.00 was from contributed funds. The total expenditures were $339,255.75 of which $44,300.00 was from contributed funds. 376 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $21,310.93,-will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952__----__..- __.------- .- --- - $891.91 Maintenance July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953: Payment of flood fighting operations completed during the previous fiscal year by hired labor-------------------------------1, 090. 10 Investigation of outlets through levees and flood walls by hired labor--------- ------------------------------ 9, 535.20 Complete record drawings and final reports on emergency wall repairs to Chauncey Run and Canacadea Creek at Hornell, N. Y., by hired labor--------- ... ------------------------ 2, 588. 69 Complete emergency levee repairs along Lyconing Creek at Williamsport, Pa., by contract, including related Government costs ---------------- ~- ..---.. --- -7, 205. 03 Total maintenance....------------ ------- ------------- 20,419. 02 Total for all work_------ ---. 21,310. 93 Cost and financial summary UNITED STATES FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated...... -$2, 708. 91 $216,219. 88 -$41, 500.00 $115, 000.00 -$22,205.25 $315,441. 68 Cost-----------....... ----- ---- 145,209.26 13,483.05 22,254.29 64,599. 31 293,;472.96 Expenditures ----------------- 144,903.39 8,$10.45 25,315.72 67,999.14 294, 955.75 CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 19562,includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1981 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Contributed....-------------------- $44, 300 ----------------------. $826 $45,125 Cost....------------ ----------- 44, 300 -------------------- 44, 300 Expenditures------------- 44, 300 .----------------- - ---..... 44, 300 33. EMALL FLOOD CONTROL PROJECTS UNDER SECTION 205 OF THFI FLOOD OONTROL ACT APPROVED JUNE 30, 1948 AS AMENDED Section 205 of the Flood Control Act approved June 30, 1948, as amended by section 212 of the Flood Control Act approved May 17, 1950, authorizes the allotment from flood control appropriations, not to exceed $3,000,000 for any one fiscal year, for the construction of small flood-control projects not specifically auithorized by Congress, and not within areas intended to be protected by projects so au- thorized, which come within the provisions of section of the Flood Control Act of June 22, 1936, when in the opinion of the Chief of Engineers such work is advisable: Provided, That not more than $150,000 shall be alloted for this purpose at any single locality from the appropriations for any one fiscal year: Provided further, That FLOOD CONTROL--BALTIMORE, MD., DISTRICT the provisions of local cooperation specified in section 3 of the Flood Control Act of June 22, 1936, as amended, shall apply: And provided further, That the work shall be complete in itself and not commit the United States to any additional improvement to insure its successful operation, except as may result from the normal procedure apply- ing to projects authorized after submission of preliminary examination and survey reports. Pursuant to this act, three projects were approved in this district. The first, on the Chenango River at Norwich, N. Y., provides for 9,000 feet of channel realinement and clearing through the town at an estimated Federal cost of $98,000. A second prodect at Greene, N. Y., provides for improvement of about 1,100 feet of Birdsall Creek below Birdsall Street by levee construction and rock protection at an estimated Federal cost of $43,500. The third, on Owego Creek at Owego, N. Y., provides for clearing the left bank of the Sesque- hanna River and an island in the river, clearing along the creek and improving sections of the creek channel at an estimated cost of $60,000. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements: Requirements have been met on the first two projects. Formal assurances of co- operation by local interests on the third project, were given on September 11, 1951 and accepted on November 13, 1951. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Record drawings and final reports for the projects at Norwich, N. Y., and at Greene, N. Y., were completed by hired labor. Contract plans and specifications for clearing and snagging Owego Creek and North Branch Susque- hanna River at Owego, N. Y., were completed, by hired labor, and construction, by contract, commenced and was in progress at the end of the fiscal year. The total costs, all for new work, were $27,579.05. The total expenditures were $28,994.01. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The work along the Chenango River at Norwich, N. Y., was completed October 31, 1950, and the work along Birdsall Creek at Greene, N. Y., was completed June 26, 1951. The work remaining to be done is completion of the' project authorized along Owego Creek and North Branch Susquehanna River at Owego, N. Y. The total costs, all for new work, were $156,755.72. The total expenditures were $153,825.42. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $37,674.58, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952-------------------------------- $2, 930.30 New work July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953: Complete record drawings and final reports for clearing and snagging along Owego Creek at Owego, N. Y. by hired labor -. 2, 030. 00 Complete construction of snagging and clearing along Owego Creek and North Branch Susquehanna River at Owego, N. Y., by contract, including related Government costs-------------- 32, 714. 28 Total new work---------------------------------- 34, 744.28 Total for all work-_-.-------------------------- 37, 674. 58 No work is scheduled during fiscal year 1954. 378 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated_-- ---- ___-......... __--- _---. ... $141, 500.00 $60,000.00 -$10,000.00 $191, 500. 00 Cost---------- ------------------------ 53, 315.52 75, 861.15 27, 579. 05 156, 755,72 Expenditures--------, ------------------. 50, 522.18 74, 309.23 28, 994.01 153, 825.42 Other new work data: ..--------------------- Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952--- $29, 754. 40 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------ 29, 754. 40 IMPROVEMENT OF RIVERS AND HARBORS IN THE WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT The district comprises a portion of south central Pennsylvania, western Maryland, eastern West Virginia, and northern Virginia embracing the western part of Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries from Cove Point, Md., to a line due west through Wolf Trap Light to the watershed line between the northerly arm of Winter Harbor and Garden Creek, Va. District engineer: Col. Alan J. McCutchen, Corps of Engineers. Division engineer of the North Atlantic Division, New York, N. Y., comprising the New York, N. Y., Philadelphia, Pa., Baltimore, Md., Washington, D. C., and Norfolk, Va., districts: Col. F. F. Frech, Corps of Engineers, to March 14, 1952; Col. B. B. Talley, Corps of Engineers, since that date. IMPROVEMENTS Navigation Navigation-Continued Page Page 1. Washington Harbor, D. C__ 379 15. Inactive navigation projects_ 406 2. Potomac River, North Side 16. Miscellaneous activities--.. 407 of Washington Channel, D.C3 D . C ------ ------ 382 Flood Control 3. Potomac River at Alexandria, Va_-- 384 17. Anacostia River and tribu- 4. Potomac River below Wash- taries, flood protection and ington, D. C_ 385 navigation improvements, 5. Potomac River and tributar- District of Columbia and ies at and below Washing- ton, D. C., elimination of Maryland___ 18. Cumberland, - Md., and 408 waterchestnut __ 387 Ridgeley, W. Va ..... 409 6. Little Wicomico River, Va_- 389 19. Savage River Dam, Md -- 412 7. Rappahannock River, Va -. 390 20. Salem Church Reservoir, Va_ 414 8. Hoskins Creek, Va_ 392 21. Preliminary examinations, 9. Totuskey Creek, Va . 393 surveys, and contingencies 10. Broad Crek, Va_ 395 for flood control ....... 416 11. Maintenance, operation, and 22. Inactive flood control proj- capital outlay of the Wash- ects_- - - .-.. - 416 ington Aqueduct ....... 396 23. Miscellaneous activities .... 417 12. Anacostia Park and the rec- 24. Emergency flood-control lamation and development works under authority of of Anacostia River and the Flood Control Act Flats from the mouth of approved June 23, 1947_. 417 the river to the district line, 25. Small flood-control projects District of Columbia .... 401 under authority of section 13. Examinations, surveys, and 205 of the Flood Control contingencies (general)- .- 404 Act approved June 30, 14. Plant allotment ........- 405 1948, as amended........ 418 I. WASHINGTON HARBOR, D. C. Location.--Washington Harbor is located within the District of Columbia at the junction of the Anacostia River with the Potomac River which flows in a southeasterly direction 108 miles to the Chesa- peake Bay. It is southerly 202 miles by water from Baltimore, Md., 379 380 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 and northerly 195 miles from Norfolk, Va. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 560.) Prious projects.---The original project for the Potomat River was adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of March 2, 1833, July 11, 1870, and August 2, 1882. For further details, see page 1791 of annual report for 1915, and page 295 of annual report for 1934.\ The River and Harbor Act of September 19, 1890, authorized an allot- ment for work on the Anacostia River; joint resolution of Congress of April 11, 1898, made appropriation for a survey; and a project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 13, 1902 (H. Doc. 87, 55th Cong., 3d sess., and annual report for 1899, p. 1443). For further details, see page 430 of annual report for 1932 and page 421 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This project is a combination and extension of the latest projects for the Potomac River at Washington, D. C., and the Anacostia River, D. C. The project provides for: (1) Virginia Channel, from Giesboro Point to Francis Scott Key Bridge, 24 feet deep and 400 feet wide, with the width increased as necessary to afford a low-water cross-section area of 25,000 square feet; (2) Washington Channel, from Hains Point to the head of Washington Channel, 24 feet deep and 400 feet wide; (3) Anacostia River from Giesboro Point to Anacostia Bridge, 24 feet deep and 400 feet wide, with turning basin 800 feet wide and approximately 2,400 feet long of same depth oppo- site the Naval Gun Factory; (4) Anacostia River from Anacostia Bridge, 24 feet deep and 200 feet wide to turning basin 400 feet square of same depth at foot of Fifteenth Street SE. The channel lengths including turning basins are: Virginia Channel, 25,000 feet; Wash- ington Channel, 10,000 feet; and Anacostia River, 15,000 feet; (5) operation and maintenance of the inlet gates and lock and the outlet gates of the Tidal Basin constructed under a previous project to flush the Washington Channel. The plane of reference is low-water datum which is 0.35 foot below mean low tide as observed from 1932 to 1942, Tidal ranges are: Mean, 2.9 feet; irregular, 4.5 feet; and extreme, 10.7 feet. The estimate of cost to the Federal Government for new work, revised in 1952 is $558,000, exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $83,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935 (Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 22, 74th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published maps are in the project document. Terminal facilitie -On the Virginia Channel (Georgetown water- front) there are 10 wharves generally of the bulkhead type, of timber, stone, and concrete, privately owned. Railroad and crane service are available at a number of the wharves. On the Washington Chan- nel are 2 yacht basins with a total capacity for 198 yachts, under jurisdiction of the District of Columbia and 12 wharves of open pile and bulkhead construction, all owned by the Federal Government, but most of which are leased to private: parties or serve governmental agencies. On the Anacostia River are about 23/4 miles of commercial waterfront on which are located 7 privately owned and 2 Government wharves, and 3,500 linear feet of bulkhead with slips for govern- RIVERS AND HARBORS----WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 381 mental agencies. In addition, there are numerous small stagings and floats used by yacht clubs for mooring small boats. Some of the wharves and slips have transfer and rail facilities. The wharves of the Washington Harbor are only open to the public by special arrange- ment, except for the District of Columbia fish wharves on the Wash- ington Channel. Terminal facilities, except for those in the Washington Channel, are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The tidal basin gates were repaired and operated by hired labor throughout the year at a cost of $12,722.65, applied to maintenance. Total expenditures were $12,541.45. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was started in April 1937 and was about 50 percent complete at the end of the fiscal year. The channels and basins in the Anacostia River are complete and those at the forks of the channel at Hains Point are partially complete. Except for dredging between the limits of 2,000 feet above and 3,000 feet below the Memorial Bridge, no new work has been done downstream of Key Bridge in Virginia Channel. The controlling depths in the channels throughout the harbor were as follows: Name of channel Controlling depth Date Feet Potomac River, Virginia Channel from Giesboro Point to Key Bridge___ 20.3 April 1949. Washington Channel from Giesboro Point to 14th St. Bridge....------------ Anacostia River from Giesboro Point to Anacostia Bridge_--------------- 118.9 24.2 February 1950. March 1950. Anacostia River from Anacostia Bridge to 15th St., SE.------------------ 8 21. 1 October 1947. 1 For 200-foot width. 2 For 400-foot width. a For 100-foot width. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of- (1) Removal of rock in Virginia Channel upstream of Memorial Bridge. (2) Dredging in Virginia Channel from Giesboro Point upstream to a point 3,000 feet below Memorial Bridge. Total costs for the existing project were $868,300.92, of which $162,- 006.33 was for new work and $706,294.59 was for maintenance. This is exclusive of $4,000 for emergency dredging under provisions of Sec- tion 3 of the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945. The total ex- penditures were $866,613.76. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $1,464.51, plus an allotment of $24,500 made during the fiscal year 1953, a total of $25,964.51, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952,- .------------ $1, 687. 16 Maintenance: Operation and repair of the tidal gates, Tidal Basin, Washing- ton, D. C., by hired labor (July 1, 1952-J'une 30, 1953)-------- 16, 077. 35 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (July 1, 1952-June 30, 1953) ----- ------------------------------------ --- 8, 200. 00 Total maintenance______------ -------------------- 24, 277. 35 Total for all work.___-------------- -- - - 25, 964.51 245554- 53-vol. 1-- 25 382 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The additional sum of $22,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 as follows: Maintenance: Operation and repair of the tidal gates, Tidal Basin, Washington, D. C., by hired labor (July 1, 1953-June 30, 1954) --- $10, 000 Hydrographic survey of the Virginia Channel between Hains Point and Easby Point by Government plant and hired labor (April and May 1954) 4, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (July 1, 1953-June 30, 8,0 194------------------------- -------------- -1954) - ------ 8, 000 Total for all work .......-------------------------------------- 22, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---------, .-----------------------. ------------ ------------ $3, 191,007.11 Cost ...----------------. ------------ ---------- _------------- ------------ 3, 191,007. 11 Expenditures-- ......--------................................... ..----------------------------------------------. 3, 191,007. 11 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $11, 750. 00 $197,182. 87 $204,100. 00 -$24,651.45 $12, 500. 00 1 2, 537,681. 56 Cost------------.... --. 13, 233. 31 195, 907. 27 172, 327. 02 10, 134.30 12, 722. 65 1 2, 537, 904.21 Expenditures--------...... 12,195. 98 186,845.83 182,362. 61 8, 691.72' 12,541.45 1 2, 536, 217.05 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ... -.- -- appropriated for completion of existing project------------ ---- $396, 000 1 Exclusive of $4,000 for emergency dredging under provisions of section 3 of the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945. 2. POTOMAC RIVER, NORTH SIDE OF WASHINGTON CHANNEL, D. C. Location.-The area covered by the project is the waterfront channelward of Maine Avenue on the north side of Washington Channel, extending upstream from Fort Leslie J. McNair (War College) at Maine Avenue and P Street a distance of approximately 5,123 feet to the foot of 14th Street SW., in the District of Columbia. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 560.) Existing project.--This provides for development of the commer- cial waterfront of Washington Channel by construction of (1) a yacht harbor in four sections on the upstream half of the section, with berthing space for about 286 boats; (2) two wharves for activities of the District of Columbia; (3) three wharves for existing trans- portation lines and general service; (4) construction of bulkhead walls; and (5) removal of the old and dilapidated existing structures. The project further provides that during the construction period the district engineer be given jurisdiction over the entire waterfront except the municipal fish wharf, and that the completed work as well as the maintenance and administration thereof should be under the Commissioners of the District of Columbia. The estimate of cost to the Federal Government for new work, revised in 1952 is $7,169,100, exclusive of $389,000 to be contributed by the District of Columbia to cover the cost of the two wharves for District of Columbia activities. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $1,600. RIVERS AND HARBORS-WASHINGTON, D. C:, DISTRICT 383 The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935 (Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 13, 73d Cong., 1st sess.). Detailed plans approved by the Chief of Engineers, September 24, 1945, provide for the following modifications in the items of con- struction: (1) A yacht harbor in three sections on the upstream half of the waterfront with berthing space for about 356 boats; (2) one wharf for the combined use of the police and fire departments of the District of Columbia; (3) three wharves for existing transportation lines and general service; (4) construction of bulkhead walls; and (5) removal of the old and dilapidated existing structures. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-The entire waterfront is Government-owned and facilities are leased to individuals or serve governmental agenices. Two yacht basins to accommodate 198 yachts and small boats together with a public sales and service pier, a concrete pier 340 feet long and 100 feet wide for general commercial use, and a concrete pier 340 feet long and 75 feet wide for use by excursion boats have been completed under the existing project. Of the 12 commercial piers only 5 can be classed as modern. The only wharves open to the public are those owned by the District of Columbia at the municipal fish market where daily rental rates are charged. The facilities are considered inade- quate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-A dilapidated wharf on the site of pier 3 was removed in March 1952 by Government plant and hired labor at a cost of $2,999.33, chargeable to new work. Un- improved properties not required for construction were leased for private use at a cost for the year of $2,051.97 chargeable to mainte- nance. Total costs for the fiscal year were $5,051.30, of which $2,999.33 was for new work and $2,051.97 was for maintenance, all United States funds. Total expenditures were $5,172.99, United States funds. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was started in April 1938 and was approximately 24 percent complete at the end of the fiscal year. Construction of yacht basins No. 1 and 2 was completed in November 1940 and the basins were leased for com- mercial use and transferred to the District of Columbia for operation and maintenance on December 3, 1940. Commercial pier No. 5 was completed in December 1941, and was transferred to the District of Columbia for operation and maintenance on March 21, 1942. The excursion pier (pier 4) was completed in March 1951 and was trans- ferred to the District of Columbia for operation and maintenance on April 25, 1951. Plans and specifications for yacht basin No. 3 were 75 percent complete, and for piers No. 2 and No. 3, were 7 percent complete. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of (1) construction of two yacht basins; (2) construction of two piers for activities of the District of Columbia; (3) construc- tion of a pier for existing transportation lines and general service; (4) completion of bulkhead walls; and (5) completion of removal of existing structures. 384 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952. Total costs were $1,752,899.59, of which $1,744,692.34 was for new work and $8,207.25 was for maintenance. Total expenditures were $1,752,794.83 In addition, $389,000 from contributed funds was expended for new work. Proposed operatione.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $89.05 for new work and $224.33 for maintenance, plus an allotment of $2,000 made during the fiscal year 1953 for maintenance, a total of $2,313.38, will be applied for work during the fiscal 1953 as follows: No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1953. Accounts payable, June 30, 1952----- ------ -------- $104. 76 Maintenance: Leasing and managing unimproved properties not re- quired for immediate construction, July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953__ 2,119. 57 Total for all work,----------------------------------- 2,224..33 Unallocated balance -------------------------------- 89. 05 The additional sum of $402,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 as follows: New work: Initiation of a continuing contract for construction of pier No. 3 (July 1953 through June 1954) -______________-_-__ $400, 000 Maintenance: Leasing and managing unimproved properties not re- quired for immediate construction (July 1953 through June 1954). 2, 000 Total for all work----- ----------------------------- 402, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated- .. __... $400,000.00 $54, 994.22 $349, 700. 00 ............------ $3, 276. 00 1$1,744,781.39 .............---.... 183, 931.14 Cost-------- 289, 444.48 50, 689. 43 $302. 087. 39 2, 999. 33 1 1,744, 692. 34 Expenditures-......... 141, 663. 26 262, 276. 89 86, 007. 57 321, 284. 72 3, 096. 73 1 1, 744, 692. 34 Maintenance: Appropriated--..............------------....... ......-------------............----------- 6, 726. 82 1,600. 00 8, 326. 82 Cost ..--------- ----------------- ------ .------------ 6,155. 28 2, 051.97 8, 207. 25 Expenditures--......... ...........------------...........------------------------ 6, 026. 23 2, 076. 26 8,102. 49 _ Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 _.-_... $89. 05 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953_ ..... _- _ 89. 05 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-.. - 5, 424, 000. 00 SExclusive of $389,000 contributed funds (see Annual Report for 1949). 3. POTOMAC RIVER AT ALEXANDRIA, VA. Location.-Alexandria is 3 miles below Washington, D. C., on the right bank of the Potomac River, which flows in a southeasterly direction into the Chesapeake Bay 105 miles downstream. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 560.) Existing project.-This provides for a depth of 24 feet in front of Alexandria between the =through channel and a line drawn 20 feet out- side of the established pierhead line. This area is about 6,700 feet in length and averages 300 feet in width. The plane of reference is mean low water. Tidal ranges are: Mean, 2.8 feet; irregular, 4.5 feet; and extreme 10.6 feet. RIVERS AND iHARBORS-WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 85 The cost to the Federal Government for new work for the com- pleted project was $95,215. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $9,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 25, 1910 (H. Doc. 1253, 60th Cong., 2d sess.). The latest pub- lished map is in the project document. Terminal facilities.-Alexandriahas 12 regular shipping wharves or landings; 9 of these are privately owned (of which 4 are open to the public by special arrangement) and 3 owned by the United States. The terminal and transfer facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was started in September 1910 and was completed in December 1911. The control- ling depth in August 1947 was 24.7 feet in the lower section and 24.2 feet in the upper section. Total costs and expenditures were $310,- 956.38, of which $95,214.52 was for new work and $215,741.86 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $1,500 for maintenance will be used for making a hydrographic survey in the Potomac River along the Alexandria waterfront by Government plant and hired labor (October 1952). No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-----------.............-- ----------- ----------- ------------------------ $95,214.52 Cost..------.........-- ...--------......------------------ ------------------------------.... 95,214.52 Expenditures---------------------------- ----- ------------------------------ 95,214.52 Maintenance: Appropriated--- ..----------------............ -$5, 714. 36 $900 -------------------- 215, 741.86 Cost.--------------. $28,261.22- 900-215,741.86 Expenditures-------- 27,992.32 1,100.00 900 ------------ 215,741.86 4. POTOMAC RIVER BELOW WASHINGTON, D. C. Location.-The Potomac River is formed 21 miles below Cumber- land, Md., and flows southeasterly about 285 miles and enters Chesa- peake Bay, about 80 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. Washington, D. C., is located 108 miles upstream of the mouth, and the head of tidewater is at mile 117. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 557, 558, 559, and 560.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 24 feet deep and 200 feet wide between the mouth of the river land Giesboro Point at Washington, D. C., a distance of 108 miles. The plane of reference is mean low water. Tidal ranges are: Mean, 1.3 feet at the mouth, 2.9 feet at Washington; irregular, 2 feet at the mouth, 4.5 feet at Washington; extreme, approximately 6 feet at mouth, 10.7 feet at Washington. 386 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The cost to the Federal Government for new work for the com- pleted project was $153,836. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $20,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1899 (H. Doc. 33, 52d Cong., 1st sess.). The latest pub- lished map is in the annual report for 1902, page 1038, and in House Document 859, Sixtieth Congress, first session. Terminal facilities.-In general, the improvement is a main river channel, and terminal facilities are only served where the channel runs close to either bank of the river. In all, 13 wharves are thus served. These wharves are of open and solid fill construction and bulkhead type. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.--A hydrographic survey was made in May 1952 of Kettle Bottom Bar to determine channel condition by Government plant and hired labor at a cost of $6,439.06 chargeable to maintenance. Expenditures for the year were $4,667.06. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was started in March 1900 and completed in June 1905. Controlling depths for the project width of 200 feet were as follows: Name of bar Miles above Controlling Date mouth depth (feet) Kettle Bottom..-------------------------------------------- 38 23.2 May 1952. Lower Smith Point-Maryland Point---------------------------- 68 24.8 October 1949. -..................-...... Upper Smith Point --------------------.................. 71 24.4 Do. Mattawoman .......-- --------------------------------------------............................................ 83 23. 7 Jan. 1951 Marshall Hall...............................................-------------------------------------------- 95 23.0 June 1947. Naval Magazine-------------- ---------------------------- 107 25.9 August 1950. Total costs were $1,040,107.72, of which $153,836 was for new work and $886,271.72 for maintenance, which includes $1,000 for each of the following tributaries: Little Wicomico River, Va.; Herring Creek, Md.; Coan River, Va.; and $20,000 under allotments to tribu- taries for waterchestnut eradication. Total expenditures were $1,038,335.72. In addition, a total of $101,161.92 of United States Public Health Service funds has been expanded for removal of waterchestnuts. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $3,332.94, plus an allotment of $7,400 made during the fiscal year 1953, a total of $10,732.94, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952------------------------------- $1, 772.00 Maintenance: Hydrographic survey of four bars in the lower Potomac will be made by Government plant and hired labor (October and November 1952) --- -------------------------------------- 8, 960. 94 Total for all work--.-----.----- --------------------- 10, 732. 94 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. RIVERS AND HARBORS--WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 387 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-------... ..... -----------......----------- ..---- .....------------------------ $153,836.00 Cost..-- ------------------------------------- ------------------- -- 153, 836. 00 Expenditures--..................----...---......--------------.. ----------------------------------- 153, 836.00 Maintenance: Appropriated-... .. $11, 000.00 $27, 500.00 $137,000.00 -$53,954.94 $8,000.00 1 887, 832.66 Cost---------------................. 33, 124.81 13, 314. 17 98, 662. 95 3, 181. 53 6,439.06 1886, 271. 72 Expenditures-........----. 18, 598. 17 37, 690. 24 101, 549. 92 5, 183. 73 4, 667.06 1884, 499. 72 1In addition, $101,161.92 of U. S. Public Health Service funds were expended for waterchestnut eradica- tion. 5. POTOMAC RIVER AND TRIBUTARIES AT AND BELOW WASHINGTON, D. C., ELIMINATION OF WATERCHESTNUT Location.-The waterchestnut, botanically known as Trapa natans, is an annual fresh-water plant infesting the navigable portions of the Potomac River and its tributaries between Key Bridge in the District of Columbia and Maryland Point, 48 miles downstream of Washing- ton, D. C. Washington, D. C., is located 108 miles upstream of the mouth of the river. At the height of infestation in 1939, it covered about 10,000 acres of navigable waters between these limits. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 559 and 560.) Existing project.--This provides a, plan for complete eradication of the waterchestnut from the Potomac River and its tributaries at and below Washington, D. C., by (a) 4 years of mechanical cutting in heavily infested areas with manual removal of scattered plants; (b) 3 years of intensive patrol and manual removal of scattered plants; (c) 2 years of concentrated patrol during the growing season; (d) 6 years of patrolling the entire area every 2 years. The tidal ranges are: Mean 1.1 feet at Maryland Point and 2.9 feet at Washington; irregular, 2 feet at Maryland Point and 4.5 feet at Washington; ex- treme, approximately 7.5 feet at Maryland Point and 10.7 feet at Washington. The estimate of cost to the Federal Government, made in 1947, was $142,000, which is the total of annual costs over a 15-year period, decreasing from $32,000 during the first year to $3,500 for the ninth year and an average of $1,000 for each of the six years thereafter. This is an average of $9,467 annually for the 15 years. If a longer period is required, the average annual cost for each subsequent year is estimated to be $1,000. The work is maintenance. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act approved May 17, 1950 (H. Doc. 113, 81st Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Removal of waterchest- nut growth was in progress during July and August 1951 and June 1952 in the following areas: Washington Harbor, Potomac River at Alexandria, Va., Potomac River at Mt. Vernon, Va., Occoquan Creek, Va., and Potomac River below Washington, D. C., by Government plant and hired labor at a cost of $22,344.86. 388 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The cost for the year was $22,344.86 for maintenance. Expenditures were $24,598.20. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Work on the elimination of water- chestnuts has been in progress since 1939 under allotments for main- tenance of five existing river and harbor projects. Prior to the adoption of this project and through the fiscal year ending June 30, 1950, a total of 25,000 acres of the growth has been cut and recut from the Potomac River and its tributaries between Washington, D. C. and Maryland Point. All infested areas have been cut at least once. Two years of mechanical cutting in heavily infested areas and manual removal of scattered plants as listed for accomplishment under the eradication schedule for the existing project have been completed under maintenance of other existing river and harbor projects prior to adoption of the eradication project. Prior to the adoption of the project and through the fiscal year ending June 30, 1950, maintenance funds in the amount of $310,187.08 were expended for removal of waterchestnuts. This amount includes ;$10,000 allotted under Section 3 of the River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1950 and $10,000 allotted under Section 3 of the River and Harbor Act of October 17, 1940 to 10 tributaries of the Potomac River, and the following maintenance funds from existing river and harbor projects in the affected area: Washington Harbor, D. C. $19,725.55; Potomac River at Alexandria, Va., $22,023.26; Potomac River below Washington, D. C., $200,936.54; Potomac River at Mount Vernon, Va., $18,201.73; and OccoquanfCreek, Va., $29,300. In addition, a total of $101,161.92 contributed by the United States Public Health Service was expended. Total costs for the existing project were $39,832.99 all for main- tenance. Total expenditures were $34,916.71. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $22,- 583.29, plus an allotment of $16,600 made during the fiscal year 1953, plus accounts receivable in amount of $206.75, a total of $39,390.04, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952----------------------------- $5,123.03 Maintenance: Patrol and removal of scattered and isolated waterchestnut plants from the following locations: Washington Harbor, D. C., Potomac River at Alexandria, Va., Occoquan Creek and Bay, Va., Potomac River at Mt. Vernon, Va., Potomac River and other minor tributaries below Washington, D. C., by Government plant and hired labor. (July and August 1952 and May and June 1953) ----------------------------------- 24, 967. 01 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (July 1952 through June 1953) -------------------------------------- 9, 300. 00 Total maintenance-------------------------------- 34,267.01 Total for all work--------------------- ------ ----- 39, 390.04 The additional sum of $26,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 as follows: RIVERS AND HARBORS---WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 398 Maintenance: Eradication of waterchestnut growth from the Potomac River and its tributaries by Government plant and hired labor (July and August 1953 and May and June 1954)---------------------$17, 000 Miscellaneous inspection and reports (July 1953 through June 1954)_ 9, 000 Total for all work ---------------------------- 26, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952- priorto 1948 Maintenance: ------------- $30, 500. 00 $27, 000.1)0 Appropriated------...................---------------............. $57, 500. 00 ................ ---- Cost---------------- ------------------------ 17, 488. 13 22, 344. 86 39, 832. 99 Expenditures...----- ..........10, 318. 51 -------------------------------- 24, 598. 20 34, 916. 71 6. L1 TTLE WICOMICO RIVER, VA. Location.-Little Wicomico River is a tidal estuary 6 miles in length lying in Northumberland County, Va., flowing in a southeasterly direction to the Potomac River, which it enters on the right bank one-half mile upstream of its mouth and 1071/2 miles downstream from Washington, D. C. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 557.) Existing project.--This provides for a channel 8 feet deep, 150 feet wide, and 4,800 feet long, extending from deep water in Potomac River to deep water in Little Wicomico River, for two stone jetties extending to the 8-foot contour in Potomac River, and for bulkhead walls from the inner ends thereof extending sufficiently into Little Wicomico River to stabilize the dredged inner channel. The plane of reference is mean low water. The tidal ranges in the Potomac River at the entrance are: Mean, 1.2 feet; irregular, 2.5 feet; and extreme, approximately 7 feet. The mean tidal range within the river is approximately 1 foot. The cost to the Federal Government for new work, for the com-: pleted project was $81,885, exclusive of $5,000 to be contributed by local interests. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $6,600. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935 (Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 24, 74th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. . Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-There are two wharves open to the public and numerous small wharves and stagings for private use, an oyster shuck- ing and packing plant, and a marine railway and boat-building yard. These facilities are considered adequate for present commerce. Operations and results during the fiscal year.--None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was started in October 1936 and was completed in December 1937. The control- ling depth in the entrance channel between the jetties in June 1950 was 3.2 feet at mean low water for a width of 150 feet. The control- ling depth within the creek in July 1945 was 7.9 feet for a width of 390 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 150 feet. Total costs and expenditures under the existing project were $179,525.17, of which $81,885.43 was for new work and $97,639.74 was for maintenance. In addition, $5,000 contributed funds were ex- pended for new work. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1953. The sum of $14,650 for maintenance can be profitably expended for the fiscal year 1954 as follows: Dredging by contract to restore project dimensions (November 1953)----------- ------ $12,500 Hydrographic survey by Government plant and hired labor (September 1953) ---------------------------------- 2, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (July 1953 through June 1954)------------------------------------------------- 150 Total for all work----------------------------------- 14, 650 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 39 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: ........ Appropriated------ ........------------....------------------------------------.......... ........... ............----............ 81, 885, 43 Cost,.-----------I------------.------------------------------------------ 181, 885.43 Expenditures-..... ----------- ------------ ------------------------ , ------------ 1 81, 885. 43 Maintenance: Appropriated......... $38, 500.00 ----------- $16, 400. 00 -$2, 538.10 ..-------.......... 97, 639. 74 Cost---------------. 30, 883. 46 $7, 933. 72 14, 227. 23 -127. 92 ............ 97. 639. 74 Expenditures---------... 5, 275. 91 35, 844. 89 13, 873. 26 226. 05 ............ 97, 639. 74 1 In addition, $5,000 of contributed funds was expended for new work. 7. RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER, VA. Location.-Rappahannock River rises in the Blue Ridge Moun- tains, in Virginia, and flows southeasterly about 212 miles to enter Chesapeake Bay, about 40 miles north of Old Point Comfort, Va. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 534, 535, 536.) Previous projects.-The original project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1871, and modified in 1879. For further details see page 1793 of annual report for 1915 and page 433 of? annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep and 200 feet wide between the mouth and Port Royal and 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide between Port Royal and Fredericksburg by dredging and the construction of 20,401 feet of crib and pile dikes and 1,906 feet of riprap-stone dikes being designed to retain the excavated ma- terial deposited behind them. The length of waterway included in the project is 107 miles. The plane of reference is mean low water. Tidal ranges are: Mean, 2.8 feet at Fredericksburg, 1.6 feet at Tappahan- nock; irregular, 3.5 feet at Fredericksburg, 2.5 feet at Tappahannock; extreme, 6 feet at Fredericksburg, 5 feet at Tappahannock. The cost to the Federal Government for new work, for the com- pleted project was $217,487, exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $30,000. RIVERS AND HARBORS-WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 391 The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1905 (annual report for 1906, pp. 1110-1113). The latest published map is in the annual report for 1910, page 1364. Terminal facilities.-In the section under improvement extending from Fredericksburg, Va., to Tappahannock, Va., a distance of 65 miles, there are 26 wharves, of which 9 are solid bulkhead type and 17 are open pile structures. From Tappahannock to the mouth there are 15 open-pile wharves. Most of the wharves are open to the public. The terminals are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operationssandresults during fiscal year.--A hydrographic survey was made of Mangoright Bar in April 1952 to determine channel condition by Government plant and hired labor at a cost of $1,262.37. Cleanup work and burning of old timbers removed from reconstructed dikes was accomplished by Government plant and hired labor at a cost of $1,806.07. Total costs and expenditures for the fiscal year were $3,068.44, all applied to maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was started in July 1908 and completed in April 1910. The controlling depth was 11 feet at Lower Spottswood Bar in February 1951. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project were $1,208,329.84, of which $217,487.20 was for new work and $990,842.64 was for main- tenance, which includes $994.59 for Parrotts Creek and $1,000 each for Greenvale, Mill, Beach, and Queens Creek. In addition, the cost and expenditures from contributed funds for maintenance on Queens Creek was $600. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, was $531.56, plus an allotment of $33,000 made during the fiscal year 1953, a total of $33,531.56, will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Dredging by contract to restore project dimensions (October and November 1952) ------------------------- --- $31,531. 56 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (July 1952 through June 1953) ------------------------------------------ 2, 000. 00 Total for all work------------ -------------------- 33, 531.56 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Cost....-------------- .........------------ ---------- . .........----- -....---.....---. Appropriated.....----........------......-------------...................-------.... ----------- ------- -- $414. 633.03 414,633.08 Expenditures---.........-----------........... .......------------....... ..........----------------------.. ..........-----------414, 633.03 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $56, 097.73 $78, 000.00 $53, 500.00 $81, 802.56 $1, 600.00 11,104. 874. 20 Cost------------.... ----.. 86,670.97 78,199.95 53, 226.56 80, 076.00 3,068.44 11,104, 342.64 Expenditures...-------.. 85,119.25 78,734.16 54, 244.07 80,076.00 3, 068.44 11,104, 342.64 IIn addition $600 contributed funds were expended for maintenance on Queens Creek. 392 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 8. HOSKINS CREEK, VA. Location.--Hoskins Creek is a tributary 2.5 miles long flowing in an easterly direction and entering the right bank of the Rappahannock River in Essex County, Va., 42 miles upstream from its mouth in Chesapeake Bay and one-half mile downstream from the town of Tappahannock, Va. The creek is 102 miles northerly of Norfolk, Va. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 535.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 10 feet deep from that depth in the Rappahannock River to the highwaybridge three- quarters of a mile above the mouth with widths of 100 feet through the bar in the Rappahannock River and 80 feet within the creek, suitably widened at bends, and a turning basin of the same depth 250 feet long and 200 feet wide at the public landing one-half mile above the mouth of the creek. The total length of the improved section is 1.1 miles. The plane of reference is mean low water. The tidal ranges are: Mean, 1.6 feet; irregular 2.5 feet; and extreme, approximately 7.5 feet. The cost to the Federal Government for new work, for the completed project was $44,100. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $2,500. The existing project was adopted by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents and reports Aug. 26,1937 Channel 8 feet deep and 100 feet wide in the Rappa- Rivers and Harbors Committee hannock River, 60 feet wide within the creek, with Doc. 8, 75th Cong., 1st sess. - a turning basin 250 feet long and 200 feet wide. Mar. 2,1945 Increasing channel depth to 10 feet and width within H. Doc. 129, 77th Cong., 1st sess. the creek to 80 feet. (The latest published map is in H. Doc. 129.) Local cooperation.-The requirements under the project prior to the 1945 modification have been fully complied with. Modification of the project was approved subject to the provisions that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, ease- ments, and rights-of-way and maintenance, when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. It is expected that these require- ments will be met promptly. Terminal facilities.-Two bulkhead landings and two wharves are now in the creek. The facilities are considered adequate for navigation. Operationsand results during the fiscal year.--None. Conditions at end of fiscal year.--The existing project, as modified in 1945, was started and completed in December 1948. The control- ling depth in June 1952 was 5.4 feet for a width of 100 feet in the entrance channel and 10.5 feet within the creek. Total costs and expenditures under the existing project were $71,117.90 of which $44,100.12 was for new work and $27,017.78 was for maintenance. In addition, $500 from contributed funds was expended for new work. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1953. The sum of $22,650 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 as follows: RIVERS AND fARBORS---WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 393 Maintenance: Dredging by contract to restore project dimensions (October 1953) ----------------------------------------------- $22,500 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (July 1, 1953-June 30, 1954) -------------------------------------------------- 150 Total for all work -------------------------------------- 22, 65Q Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June . ... ... 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-------- ........ ..........---------. $24, 737. 90 -------------------------------- $44, 100. 12 Cost-.------------- .------------ 24, 737.90 --------------------------------- 1 44,100.12 Expenditures ------------------ 24, 737. 90 144,100.12 Maintenance: Appropriated...-------...... $1,000.00 17,617. 78 ----------------------------------- 27, 017. 78 Cost---------------- 863. 25 17, 754. 53 -........... 27,017. 78 Expenditures..--------- 863. 25 17, 754. 53 ........................------------------------------- 27, 017. 78 1In addition, $500 of contributed funds was expended for new work. 9. TOTUSKEY CREEK, VA. Location.-Totuskey Creek, located in Richmond County, Va., flows in a southerly direction about 15 miles to the Rappahannock River, which it enters on the left bank about 35 miles upstream from its mouth. The creek is 97 miles northerly of Norfolk, Va. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 535.) Ecisting project.-This provides for a channel 10 feet deep from that depth in the Rappahannock River to and including a turning basin below Totuskey Bridge, 4.5 miles upstream, with a width of 150 feet through the bar at the entrance and 100 feet thence upstream, suitably widened at bends, and the construction of a dike at Booker Bar. The plane of reference is mean low water. The tidal ranges are: Mean, 1.6 feet at the mouth and 2 feet at Totuskey Bridge; irregular, 2 feet at the mouth and 2.5 feet at Totuskey Bridge; and extreme, approximately 7.5 feet at the mouth. The estimate of cost to the Federal Government for new work, revised in 1952 is $157,600. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $3,500. The existing project was adopted by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 14,1880 Dike construction at Booker Bar_--- --------------- Annual Report for 1880, vol. 1, p. 768. Aug. 30,1935 Channel 8 feet deep and 150 feet wide at mouth, 80 H. Doec. 183, 72d Cong., 1st sess. feet wide upstream and repair of dike at Booker Bar. Mar. 2,1945 Channel 10 feet deep and 150 feet wide at mouth and H. Doc. 686, 76th Cong., 3d sess. 100 feet wide upstream. (The latest published map is in H. Doc. 686.) Local cooperation.-The requirements under the project prior to modification have been fully complied with. Modification of the project was approved subject to the provisions that local interests fur- 394 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 nish free of cost to the United States all lands, easements, and rights- of-way and spoil-disposal areas for the initial work and for subse- quent maintenance when and as required; hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement, and contribute the sum of $1,000 toward the first cost. The sum of $1,000 has been contributed for modification of the project by local interests and it is expected that the other requirements will be met promptly. Terminal facilitics.-There are 2 county-owned wharves and 13 privately owned wharves or landings. Terminal facilities are consid- ered adequate for existing and future commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Surveys, plans, and specifications for dredging five bars in Totuskey Creek were prepared at a cost of $2,275.12. A total of 35,000 cubic yards was dredged under contract from Mouth Bar during June 1952, at a cost of $13,971.26. Dredging was in progress at the end of the fiscal year. Total costs for the year were $16,246.38, all for maintenance. Total expenditures were $2,330.58. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project as modified in 1945 is about 25 percent complete. The project prior to modification was started in December 1936 and completed in February 1937. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of dredg- ing to the increased depth and width as modified in 1945. The con- trolling depth in June 1952 was 5.2 feet on Cool Spring Bar. Total costs under the existing project were $94,602.99, of which $37,648.46 was for new work, and $56,954.53 was for maintenance. The total expenditures were $80,687.19. In addition, $1,000 from contributed funds was expended for new work. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $37,669.42 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952---------------------------- $13, 915. 80 Maintenance: Completion of dredging by contract on Bridge, Straw- berry Hill, Booker and Cool Spring Bars (July 1952) ----------- 23, 753.62 Total for all work- -------- -------------------------- 37, 669. 42 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated....--..... ..........---------..-------------- ------------.............----------.......----...------- 1$37,648.46 Cost -------- ----------- ---------------------------------- 1 37, 648. 46 Expenditures--......... ............---------- ............-------------- -----------....---------------------......... 37, 648. 46 Maintenance: Appropriated------------------ $1, 908. 15 ........... $18,273.18 $21, 726. 82 80, 708. 15 Cost....------------------------- 2,000.00 ----- ------------ ............ 16, 246. 38 56, 954. 53 Expenditures------ --- ---------- - 319.50 $1,680.50 ----------- 2, 330. 58 43, 038. 73 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project...---------.----2 $120,000 1In addition, $1,000 of contributed funds was expended for new work. I Exclusive of $1,000 contributed funds. RIVERS AND HARBORS-WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 395 10. BROAD CREEK, VA. Location.-Broad Creek is a small tidal estuary in Middlesex County, Va., 1 mile long, flowing in a northerly direction into the Rap- pahannock River, which it enters on the right bank about 1 mile up- stream of its mouth at Chesapeake Bay. The creek is 61 miles north- erly of Norfolk, Va. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 534.) Existing project.--This provides for a channel 7 feet deep, 100 feet wide and 4,100 feet long from deep water in the Rappahannock River to deep water in Broad Creek. The plane of reference is mean low water. The tidal ranges are: Mean, 1.2 feet; irregular, 2 feet; and extreme, approximately 7.5 feet. The cost to the Federal Government for new work, for the completed project was $27,888. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $900. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945 (H. Dec. 381, 76th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest pub- lished map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with except that local interests shall furnish, free of cost to the United States, suitable spoil-disposal areas when and as required for subsequent maintenance, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages that may result from dredging. Terminal facilities.-There are 14 privately owned wharves and landings on the creek, many of which are open to the public by special arrangements. There is one marine railway on the creek. The terminal facilities are considered adequate for present commerce. Operationsand results during the fiscal year.-A hydrographic sur- vey of the entire project was made by Government plant and hired labor in March 1952 to determine channel conditions at a cost and ex- penditure of $824.47 all for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The project was started in October and completed in November 1948. The controlling depth in March 1952 was 6.9 feet at mean low water. Total costs and expenditures under the existing project were $28,712.39 of which $27,887.92 was for new work and $824.47 was for maintenance. Proposed operations.-Nowork is scheduled for the fiscal year 1953 and 1954 as it is believed that maintenance will not be necessary. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated----------------- $27,887.92 ------- -------------------------- $27,887.92 Cost----------------------------- 27,887.92 ----------------------------------- 27,887.92 Expenditures-------- .----------- 27, 887.92 ---------------------------------... 27, 887.92 Maintenance: Appropriated --------------------------------------------............ -- $824.47 824.47 Cost_-------- ----------------------------------------- 824.47 824.47 ' Expenditures..------------------------------------ ----------- 824. 47 824. 47 396 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 11. MAINTENANCE, OPERATION, AND CAPITAL OUTLAY OF THE WASHINGTON AQUEDUCT Location.-The diversion dam and raw water intakes are located on the Potomac River at Great Falls, 131/2 miles northwest of Wash- ington, D. C.; the two collecting conduits, part of the Dalecarlia re- ceiving reservoir, and the booster pumping plant that lifts the water from the forebay to the main body of the Dalecarlia Reservoir are located in Maryland; and all other structures of the water-supply-sys- tem including part of the raw-water collecting system, the purification plants, pumping stations, storage reservoirs, and transmission mains are located in the District of Columbia (see U. S. Geological quad- rangle, Washington and vicinity). The control of the water-supply system is vested in the Chief of Engineers (see acts of March 3, 1859, and March 2, 1867, and Sec. 1800 of Revised Statutes). Existing project.-The existing project provides for (a) operation, maintenance, repair, and protection of the water-supply facilities and reservations including collection, treatment, purification, pumping, transmission, and storage facilities; MacArthur Boulevard; and meters on all Federal water services as authorized by law and (b) the planning and construction of increased supply facilities in ac- cordance with House Document 480 Seventy-ninth Congress, second session, August 15, 1945, as provided in Public Law 538, Eighty-first Congress, chapter 218, second session, H. R. 8578, approved June 2, 1950. By act, Public Law 378, Sixty-fourth Congress, approved March 3, 1917, the furnishing of water to adjacent Maryland areas from the Washington water-supply system was authorized by the Congress; by act, Public Law 119, Sixty-ninth Congress, approved April 14, 1926, the furnishing of water to Arlington County, Va., from the Wash- ington water-supply system was authorized by the Congress; and, by act, Public Law 118, Eightieth Congress, approved June 26, 1947, the furnishing of water to Falls Church or any other competent State or local authority in the Virginia metropolitan area, similarly, was authorized. A description of the District of Columbia water-supply system and of previous capital-improvement and operation-and-maintenance projects is printed on pages 2206-2208 and 2218-2220 of the annual report of the Chief of Engineers, 1930; in an information pamphlet published June 1939 and revised December 1950; and in House Docu- ment 480, Seventy-ninth Congress, second session. Local cooperation.-Priorto July 1, 1880, the expenses of the Wash- ington aqueduct for construction, operation, and maintenance were paid wholly out of the revenues of the United States. From July 1, 1880, to July 1, 1916, the expenses of construction, operation, and maintenance were paid one-half by the United States and the other half out of the general revenues of the District of Columbia. From July 1, 1916, to June 30, 1924, the expenses of construction were paid 60 percent out of the general revenues of the District of Columbia and 40 percent by the United States. From July 1, 1924, to June 30, 1927, expenses of construction of the Washington aqueduct were paid wholly out of the general revenues of the District of Columbia to which the RIVERS AND HARBORS--WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 397 United States contributed annually a lump sum. The expenses of operation and maintenance, since July 1, 1916, to date, have been paid wholly out of the water revenues of the District of Columbia. From July 1, 1927, to date, all expenses for construction have been paid out of the water revenues of the District of Columbia. By act approved June 10, 1920, $25,000 was appropriated wholly from United States revenues to prepare, among other things, a report to assure an increased and adequate water supply for the District of Columbia and this report was the basis for the improvements con- structed from 1922 to 1927. Included in the District of Columbia appropriation acts of 1941 and 1942, approved June 12, 1940, and July 1, 1941, respectively, a total of $40,000 was appropriated from the water fund, District of Columbia, for the preparation of a report "for the development of a plan to insure an adequate future water supply for the District of Columbia and metropolitan area." This report, published as House Document 480, Seventy-ninth Congress, second session, contains the comprehensive plan and program for the improvements and additions to the water system safely and adequately to meet the anticipated water demands to the year 2000. Annually, since July 1, 1916, on a percentage basis, and since July 1, 1924, on a lump-sum basis, the United States has contributed to the support of the District of Columbia but no part of such annual per- centage or lump-sum contributions has been allocated to the water fund, District of Columbia, before July 1, 1947. Beginning with the fiscal year 1948, pursuant to act, Public Law 195, Eightieth Congress, approved July 16, 1947, an annual payment of $1,000,000 was authorized for water consumed by the Federal Government. This sum is taken from the annual lump-sum contribu- tion of the United States to the District of Columbia. Act Public Law 533, Eighty-first Congress, Chapter 218, second ses- sion, H. R. 8578, approved June 2, 1950, authorized the Secretary of the Treasury to lend with a limit of $23,000,000 to the Commissioners of the District of Columbia such sums as may hereafter be appropri- ated to finance expansion and improvement of the water system when sufficient funds therefor are not available from the District of Colum- bia Water Fund established by law (D. C. code 1940 edition, title 1943, ch. 15) . Operations and results during the fiscal year.---An uninterrupted and adequate supply of purified water was furnished to the District of Columbia; to Arlington County, Va.; and to Federal establish- ments in Arlington County, Va., and in Montgomery and Prince Georges Counties, Md. The maximum daily consumption was 239,- 630,000 gallons and the average daily consumption was 174,395,000 gallons. Based upon the estimated average number of consumers of 935,000 in the District of Columbia and 150,000 in Arlington County, the average per capita daily consumption was 160.73 gallons. The average daily consumption in the District of Columbia alone was 158,730,491 gallons or an average per capita consumption of 169.765 gallons per day. The average daily amount of water furnished to Arlington County and Falls Church, Va., was 14,659,032 gallons or an average per capita consumption of 97.73 gallons per day. The 245554-53--vol. 1--26 398 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMIVY, 1952 gross cost for the supply furnished the Virginia communities was reimbursed to the Water Fund D. C. The average daily consumption of water in all Federal Government establishments including parks, zoological garden, etc., was 28,701,133 gallons. A total of 367,978,000 gallons or an average of 1,005,404 gallons per day was delivered to Maryland communities during the fiscal year 1952 by the Water Divi- sion D. C., through connections to the Washington Suburban Sanitary District's system. On June 23, 1952, fluoridation equipment was put in service and the application of sodium silicofluoride started. The average turbidity of the raw water from the Potomac River was reduced from 88 parts per million to 0 part per million and the average bacterial content was reduced from 2,200 to 1.5 per milliliter. Analyses were made for bacterium colon on 88,392 tubes of water taken from 135 sampling points in the purification and distribution systems. After sterilization of the filter effluent, the average number of bac- terium colon per 100 milliliters was found to be 0.02 at Dalecarlia and 0.05 at the McMillan filter plant. The average alkalinity of the: filtered water was 53 parts per million and the average pH value was 7.7 parts per million from the Dalecarlia filter plant and 7.7 from the McMillan filter plant. The average hardness was 109 parts per mil- lion from Dalecarlia and 102 parts per million from McMillan. Fluorine content of 871 water samples was determined. The direct operating costs of water treated and delivered to the system per million gallons was $28.18 as compared with the cost of $26.24 per million gallofis in fiscal year 1951. The over-all cost of water delivered, including depreciation and interest was $53 per million gallons as compared with $51.17 in 1951. Construction work authorized with "no year" funds not previously reported as completed, was as follows: McMillan filter plant improvements, 97 percent; repair and rehabili- tation of McMillan filter plant, 55 percent; circulating facilities in first and second high service reservoirs, 71 percent; remodeling of Georgetown reservoir, 100 percent; Georgetown Castle gatehouse, 19 percent; 6 filters at Dalecarlia, 100 percent; modifications to provide quality control of filtered water, 23 percent; improving conveying equipment for chemicals, 69 percent; 30 million-gallon clear-water basin at Dalecarlia, 38 percent; conduit repairs (periodic), 100 per- cent; extension of office space at McMillan, 100 percent; overhaul of wash-water valves, 71 percent; acquisition of supplementary land, 29 percent; purchase and installation of Federal meters (periodic), 48 percent. The preparation of plans for capital outlay projects for increasing the water supply progressed as follows: Thirty million-gallon clear-water basin at Dalecarlia, 100 percent; reservoir at Fort Reno (first half), 95 percent; 11/2 million-gallon Reno water tower, 30 percent; fourth high-service pumping station at Reno, 10 percent; 48-inch pipeline from Dalecarlia to Reno, 80 percent; crosstown interconnecting main from Dalecarlia to low-serv- Ice area, 12 percent; McMillan filter plant improvements, 95 percent; new chemical building and operating center at McMillan, 20 percent; Georgetown Reservoir improvements, 100 percent; Dalecarlia pump- ing station, 43 percent; office extension at McMillan, 100 percent; RIVERS AND HARBOr---WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 39 Little Falls drainage channel, 100 percent; Great Falls intake struc- ture, 10 percent; Federal meters, 60 percent; land acquisitions, 35 percent; and conduit repairs (periodic), 50 percent; Little Falls pumping station, dam, and tunnel, 20 percent. System costs: The total cost for the fiscal year was $3,164,818.26, distributed as shown below. Financial statement: 1. Operating expenses: 1 Collecting system_ ---- _-- _-------- $268,356.16 Purification system -- ------------ 1,026, 257.51 Pumping system---------------------- 462, 707. 18 Transmission system--__,_ --------- - 21, 691.23 $1, 779,012.08 2. Capital outlay: Distribution baffles, Georgetown Reservoir_ 1, 994. 20 McMillan filter plant improvements ...... 260. 67 Utility relocations. ......-- _........_. 96, 214. 92 Federal meters ---- _-_. ---- 4, 299. 67 Floc-Sed. Basin No. 4 ---- __.. ..-------- 3,318. 27 Advance planning.__......._.---. 33, 589. 71 Repairs and rehabilitation, McMillan filter plant------------------------------- 22, 607. 45 Circulation facilities and conduit repairs__ 42, 844.19 Remodeling Georgetown Reservoir ...... 145, 121.20 Land purchases- 7, 942. 02 Six new filters-------- -------- 119, 337. 36 Dalecarlia Pumping Station _______ 79,461.43 Dalecarlia 30 million-gallon clear-water basin----- ---------------------- 679, 046. 77 New McMillan Chemical Building, and Op- erating Center____-__ _ _ ---- 2, 228. 66 Extension of office space, McMillan ..... 25, 279. 82 Improving conveying equipment for chemi- cals -- 29, 442. 74 3d high Service transmission main....... 13, 633. 17 Great Falls intake structure 3, 568. 98 Overhaul of wash-water valves __ .__ 29, 556. 69 Modifications, quality control filtered water ----------------------------- 346. 65 McMillan clear-water basin-------.--- 1, 002. 98 1, 341, 097. 55 3. Deferred accounts---------------------__ ------ - 44, 708. 63 Total cost for fiscal year 1952- -.... _____.... 3, 164, 818. 26 I Operating expenses, cost per million gallons, $28.18. Accident prevention: Government Contractors Total Man-hours exposure------------. 597, 772 62, 252 660, 024 Accidents ----------------------- 2 3 5 Lost time (days) --------------- 29 6, 053 6, 082 Frequency (accidents per million man-hours worked) ---------- 3. 35 48. 19 7. 58 Severity (days lost per 1,000 man- hours worked) -------------- .05 97. 23 9. 21 Visitors: 1,566 persons were conducted through the water treat- ment and pumping plants and the bacteriological and chemical labora- tories. College engineering, science students, public school pupils and public officials numbered 1,531. Foreign visitors from South America, Europe and Asia totaled 35. Control: All funds were expended in conformity with the legis- lative provision contained in the annual appropriation act which was as follows: Nothing herein shall be construed as affecting the superintendence and control of the Secretary of the Army over the Washington Aqueduct, its rights, appur- tenances, and fixtures connected with the same and over appropriations and expenditures therefor as now provided by law. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The intakes, conduits, reservoirs, filter plants, pumping stations, mechanical equipment, and structures with the exception of the McMillan filter structures on which repairs are in progress were in a generally good condition. However, the demands upon the supply system have exceeded its nominal capacity and, for several years, its operation has been in the overload category. During maximum consumption demand periods, the basic raw-water supply was exceeded and emergency equipment had to be utilized. Cost and financiaf summary as of June 30, 1952 Net appropriations--- $60, 741, 343. 66. Unexpended balance------- $8, 217,760. 37 Accounts receivable- -------- 14, 916. 78 $8, 232, 677. 15 Less: Audited liabilities carried to cost------ -306, 921. 33 NT, tn vil hl 7. 2E7552 R 1Ve ava ae , 1m0I.o ,--.---------------- Total costs ---------------------- ------ 52, 815, 587. 84 Division of costs Paid by-- Units United States District of Water Depart- Total Columbia ment Construction .-- --------------- $10, 965, 377. 11 $9, 109, 312. 82 $9, 708, 592. 73 $29, 783, 282. 66 Maintenance -_______--____..--------- 1, 250, 656. 31 955, 473. 18 20, 512, 01. 48 22, 718, 731. 02 Spring-water supply .--. .__.....__. 223, 621.81 ..----------------- 223, 621. 81 __..._ Deferred charges ................. _ ........ ................ 89, 952. 35 89, 952. 35 Total-------------...---------- 12,439,655.28 110,064,786.00 30,311,146.56 52,815,587.84 1 Includes such part of the annual lump-sum contribution by the United States to the District of Colum- bia that could be considered a direct Federal expenditure. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $8,217,760.37, and a cash appropriation of $8,928,000, plus additional contract authorization of $1,138,000 made by the District of Columbia Appropriation Act, approved July 5, 1952, or a total of $18,283,760.37, will be applied as follows: Unliquidated obligations minus accounts receivable, June 30, 1952 ---- ------ -- $2, 078, 766. 92 Unobligated balance of expired fiscal year appropriations ....... 78, 165. 51 Operating expenses (payable from water fund): For expenses necessary for the operation, maintenance, repair, and protec- tion of Washington water supply facilities and their acces- sories, and maintenance of MacArthur Boulevard; including replacement and maintenance of water meters on Federal services; purchase of two passenger motor vehicles; and fluori- dation of water; Provided, That transfer of appropriations for operating expenses and capital outlay may be made be- tween the Water Division of the District of Columbia and the Washington aqueduct upon mutual agreement of the Commis- sioners and the Secretary of the Army,____ _______---- 1,942, 000. 00 RIVERS AND HARBORS--WASHINGTON, D. C.,' DISTRICT 401 Capital outlay (payable from water fund). For continuing con- struction of new Dalecarlia pumping station and connecting pipelines; continuing construction of a 30-million-gallon clear water basin and connecting conduits and control cham- ber; construction of Little Falls pumping station, dam and rising tunnel; construction of new raw-water intakes and conduits at I)alecarlia Reservoir; miscellaneous betterments, replacements, and engineering planning, including contin- uing raw-water conduit rehabilitation, continuing repairs to culverts and bridges, improvement to McMillan filter plant facilities, and utility relocations and plant and system rearrangements of interconnections; acquisition by gift, exchange, purchase, or condemnation of supplementary land; and for developing increased water supply for the Dis- trict of Columbia and environs in accordance with House Document 480, Seventy-ninth Congress, second session; and necessary expenses incident thereto; including services as authorized by Section 15 of the Act of August 2, 1946 (5 U. S. C. 55a), but at rates for individual consultants not in excess of $150 per diem; to remain available until expended, $6,986,000, of which $1,138,000 shall not become available for expenditure until July 1, 1953; and of the total amount appropriated $6,900,000 is appropriated from any moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, to be advanced by the Secretary of the Treasury pursuant to the provisions of the Act of June 2, 1950 (Public Law 533, 81st Cong.) .- $6, 986, 000. 00 For completion of items authorized in prior fiscal years-------- 7, 198, 827. 94 Total for all work --- _--_-_... --------.. -_- - 18, 283, 760.37 The sum of $6,383,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for the following schedule of work: Operating expenses (payable from water fund): For expenses necessary for the operation, maintenance, repair, and protection of Washington water supply facilities and their accessories, and maintenance of MacArthur Boulevard; including replacement and maintenance of water meters on Federal services; purchase of two passenger motor vehicles; and fluoridation of water:' Provided, That hereafter transfer of appropriations for opera- ing expenses and capital outlay may be made between the Water Division of the District of Columbia and the Washington aque- duct upon mutual agreement of the Commissioners and the Secretary of the Army---------- ------------------------ $2, 040, 000 Capital outlay : 1. Third High Reservoir at Reno first half- - $1,563, 000 2. Little Falls pumping station, dam and tunnel-- 2, 510,000 3. Miscellaneous betterments, replacements and engi- nering planning of water supply facilities------ 270,000 Total capital outlay - --------------------------------- 4,343, 000 Total for all work------------------------------ 6,383, 000 12. ANACOSTIA PARK AND THE RECLAMATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF ANACOSTIA RIVER AND FLATS FROM THE MOUTH OF THE ,RIVER TO THE DISTRICT LINE, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Location.-The Anacostia River enters the Potomac River at Washington, D. C. Previous projects.--For the part of the project below the Ana- costia Bridge, which is also a river and harbor improvement, see annual report of the Chief of Engineers for 1919, page 553, under heading "Existing project." For a description of the previous proj- 402 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. MY, 19 52 ects for the improvement extending upstream from the Anacostia Bridge see annual report of the Chief of Engineers for 1923, page 1990 under heading "Existing project." Existing project.--This provides for the improvement of the river and for the reclamation and development of the adjacent flats from the mouth of the river upstream to the District of Columbia boundary line, a distance. of about 61/4miles, to afford a river channel 15 feet deep in the section between the foot of 15th Street SE., and Massa- chusetts Avenue, 9 feet deep thence to Benning Road. The section from the mouth upstream to the foot of 15th Street SE., was dredged to a depth of 24 feet under a river and harbor project. The dredged material is to be used for fills. The project includes a constant-level lake or lateral basin on the west side of the river, to be known as Lake Kingman, and a smaller lake on the east side of the stream. The normal surface elevation of the lakes is to be 2 feet above mean low tide, and they are to be dredged to a depth of 6 feet. A culvert or small bridge is to be constructed over Lake Kingman on the line of Benning Road, and a lock and bridge is to be built at the lower.end of Lake Kingman. Influent and effluent gate-control works are to be constructed to provide circulation and maintain a constant level in both lakes. Masonry sea walls on a riprap substructure are to be constructed along the tidal channel of the river to extend 6 feet above mean low-water; the walls of the lakes are to extend 3 feet above mean low-water or 1 foot above the level of the lake. A portion of the reclaimed tract is to be set aside for develop- ment by the Agriculture Department for a national arboretum and botanical garden. A strip of waterfront land on the right bank of the river between the Anacostia Bridge and the Pennsylvania Rail- road freight bridge is to be set aside for commercial purposes. The estimated cost of the project is $6,717,000, revised in 1952. The acts of Congress authorizing and defining the present plan of improvement are as follows: District of Columbia Appropriation Act- Documents or reports Mar. 2, 1911--------------------------------------------36 Stats. 1005. July 2, 1914-----------------------------------------38 Stats. 549. Mar. 3, 1915------ ------------------------ --- 38 Stats. 923. Mar. 3, 1917---------- ---------------------------- 39 Stats. 1040. Aug. 31, 1918----------------------------------40 Stats. 950. July 11, 1919---------------------------------------------41 Stats. 99. June 5, 1920----------- ----------------------- 41 Stats. 954. Feb. 28, 1923-------- --------------------------- 42 Stats. 1364. June 7,1924-----. ----------- -------------------- 43 Stats. 572. Mar. 3, 1925--------------------------------------43 Stats. 1246. May 10, 1926 ------------------------------------ 44Stats. 448. Mar. 2, 1927--------- -----...--------------------- 44 Stats. 1328. Feb. 25, 1929----------------- ------------------- 45 Stats. 1295. July 3, 1930------------------------------------46 Stats. 986. Feb. 23, 1931--------------------------------------46 Stats. 1410. June 29, 1932--------------------------------------47 Stats. 376. June 14, 1935---------------- ------------------- 49 Stats. 369. June 23, 1936 --- ------------------------------ 49 Stats. 1883. June 29, 1937----------------- ------------------ 50 Stats. 385. Apr. 4, 1938-------- ----------------------------- 52 Stats. 156. July 15, 1939 -------. ---------------- _.. 53 Stats. 1004. June 12, 1940 Stats. 332. _--------------.54 July 1, 1941--- .... ------- - --- 55 Stats. 499. RIVERS AND HARBORS--WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 403 The latest published map is found in Annual Report of Chief of Engineers, 1924, at page 1994. The District of Columbia Appropriation Act approved March 2, 1911, 36 Stat. 1005 (Public No. 44), in authorizing the project pro- vided that the work is to be carried on under the supervision of the Chief of Engineers, United States Army, upon plans prepared under the direction of, and to be approved by, a board of engineers to con- sist of the Engineer Commissioner of the District of Columbia, the officer in charge of public buildings and grounds, and the engineer officer in charge of the improvements of the Potomac River. Executive Order No. 6166, dated June 10, 1933, transferred the func- tions of the Office of Public Buildings and Grounds to the National Park Service, Department of Interior. Accordingly, the Director of the National Park Service has become a member of the board of engi- neers in lieu of the officer in charge of public buildings and grounds. Local cooperation.-The funds for this project have been appro- priated by the District of Columbia appropriation bills, which through the fiscal year ended June 30, 1920, provided for half of the expense to be borne by the District of Columbia. From that date to June 30, 1924, the expense was borne 60 percent by the District of Columbia and 40 percent by the United States. Beginning July 1, 1924, the District of Columbia paid all required above the lump sum appro- priated from United States revenues. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Construction work on the project was deferred in 1941 as a result of the war, and has not been resumed due to lack of appropriations. Costs in the amount of $1,931.31 for operating equipment for sluice gates and other materials to be installed in the project, carried as a deferred item, were distributed to proper construction units. Re- planning of the project was carried on during the year at a cost of $194.42. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is 58 percent completed. The controlling depths are as follows: Con- Location Width trolling Date depth Feet --------------------------------- Downstream of Anacostia Bridge ..... 400 19. 4 March 1950. Under drawspan of Anacostia Bridge . ..------------------------------ 100 21.1 October 1947. Anacostia Bridge to foot of 15th St. SE----.------------------------- 200 21.1 Do. Foot of 15th St. SE., to Pennsylvania Ave. Bridge....-------------------- 200 12. 5 August 1942. Pennsylvania Ave. Bridge to Pennsylvania R. R. bridge. --------------- 200 14.8 February 1938. Pennsylvania R. R. bridge to Benning Bridge...----------------------- 100 6. 0 Do. Benning Bridge to Magruder Bridge....------------------------------- 60 0. 8 January 1944. Lake Kingman.........----------------------------------------------------... 2.8 May 1946. 404 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1052 The work accomplished and costs thereof for the project to June 30, 1952, are indicated in the following table: Itemized statement of cost and work to June 30, 1956 Item Work accom- Cost plished Study and Investigation--......------------------------------------........ ----------------... $46,343.42 Reclamation: (a) Dredging...................................--------------------------------..cubic yards. 11, 331, 970 1,421,429. 80 (b) Dump fills....----------------------------------------------------------- 81,999.91 Sea walls: (a) Channel-foundations ...... linear feet. ..----------------------- 40,828 558, 544. 84 (b) Channel-masonry...............................------------------------------do.... 40, 828 501,947. 69 (c) Lake and islands-foundations.--.....__-.. -do ... 29,194 348, 797. 70 (d) Lake and islands-masonry ........----------------------- do.... 16, 068 100, 054. 82 Land ..............----------- - ---- --...----------------------- . acres-- 404,646 511,497. 79 Allen Bridge--------------------- ------------------------ 81, 503.91 Plant and repair yard......................................--------------------------------------------...-------.............--(1) Lock, bridge, and influents ...............................---------------------------------------------------................ 135, 500. 96 E fluent house and controls ...... . , ... ....... ......... __. . ................ .59, 589. 96 Contingencies .....................--------------------------------------------- ----------------................ 63, 370. 71 Engineering and clerical expenses--..-.----____ -__---------................. (1) Miscellaneous surveys .. ------------------------------------------.------------- () Total cost--------------..............--......--------------------------- ---------------- 3, 910, 581.60 1 Cost under these items included in totals for the other items. t To be distributed to above items. S Distributed to above items. The total expenditures were $3,910,498.32. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $4,128.72, will be applied to new work for completion of restudy and redesign of Anacostia Park in order to meet new requirements and conditions and preparation of revision report (July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953). No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated......... ...... .... ....------------------------ ------------ $3, 914, 722. 04 Cost..-. ----- _ $1,855. 44 $276.54 $170.34 $2, 125. 73 3,910, 581. 60 Expenditures--..------- ..... 5,006.81 378. 23 12.35 $170. 34 111. 14 3,910,498.32 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952___ $4, 128. 72 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 _ 4, 128. 72 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project__ 2, 802, 00. 00 RIVERS AND HARBOR--WASHIINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 405 13. EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES (GENERAL) The cost of work during the fiscal year was $35,253.49, of which -$12,853.34 was for examinations and surveys and $78,106.83 was for contingencies. The total expenditures were $38,400.74. The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, $363.94 for examinations and surveys and $1,917.70 for contingencies, a total of $2,281.64, plus allotments for fiscal year 1953 of $2,000 for examinations and surveys and $14,000 for contingencies, a total of $18,281.64, will be applied during fiscal year 1953 as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952------------------------- ------ $2, 133. 08 Examinations and surveys----------- ---------------------- 2, 000. 00 Contingencies 14, 148. 56 Total for all work. ----------------------------- ------------ 18, 281.464 No work on examinations and surveys is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. The additional sum of $24,200 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for contingencies. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-........ $131, 780. 00 $169, 350.00 $139,000.00 $44,000. 00 $29, 513.37 $1, 447, 551. 13 Cost-- ...----------- 139, 951.70 160, 105.67 96, 196..28 97, 518.09 35, 253. 49 1,447, 402. 57 Expenditures-- -- .--. 138, 251. 69 158, 707. 45 102, 168.31 92, 371.72 38, 400. 74 1, 445, 269.49 14. PLANT ALLOTMENT, WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... -$91, 000.00 $82, 877. 02--------...... .......----------.... 44,386.63 $694, 087.16 Expenditures -- CosExpenditures ----- 41,997. 55 3, 744.------- 1.9.5.,4.4.$493.1-1,.7.4 $24, 943.-51 $15, 576.--94 1,.9.5 14, 395. 75 571, 377. 79 57,377 406 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 15. INACTIVE NAVIGATION PROJECTS Cost and expenditures For last to June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project full report amount see annual required to report for- New work Mainte- complete nance 1. Potomac River at Mt. Vernon, Va.. --------------- 1950 $17,000.00 $51,485.88 $11, 000 2. Accotink Creek, Va.--------1878 ............ 37, 200 5,000.00------------ 3. Occoquan Creek, Va.....------------ ------------ 1950 41, 252. 95 112,686. 17 22, 700 4. Neahsco Creek, Va.l .._--- .---.--- - ---.. 1884 5, 000. 00 ......... -- .. 127, 000 5. Aquia Creek, Va. .----------------------------- l 1928 52, 464. 84 11, 750.00 (3) 6. Potomac River at Lower Cedar Point, Md. ....... 1920 10, 233. 51 6, 216. 49 (3) 7. Upper Machodoc Creek, Va.s __ - ---------- 1916 20, 281. 28 6, 118.72 (3) 8. Colonial Beach, Va., shore protection '.- -- 1950 ---.--.-----.-. 43, 400 9. Monroe Bay and Creek, Va.--. -- 10. Neale Sound, Md.....................--- ..-------- ---- ___ 1950. 1950 12, 460.07 6 12, 600. 00 19, 163.86 900. 00 (3) (3) 11. St. Catherine Sound, Md.'_----------.............. 1949-................ 26, 600 12. St. Patricks Creek, Md.'s ------------------------ 1950 - ---- ----- 19, 300 13. Breton Bay, Md.,- ........................ - 1950 10, 423. 55 12, 621. 18 31, 200 14. Nomini Bay and Creek, Va.= .................. 1946 78, 446. 21 31, 233. 86 20, 500 15. Lower Machodoc Creek, Va.s' ...-........... 1904 9, 916. 47 600. 00 (a) 16. Channel to Island Creek, St. George Island, Md. 1949---------.........------------.............. 26, 300 17. Smith Creek, Md.--- --------------........... 1936 5, 252. 22 ............-- () 18. Coan River, Va.s -- 1937 -............ ........... - 81,000 19. Patuxent River, Md.s 7 1905 14, 000. 00 ............ 14, 000 20. Hellen Creek. Md. 95011,000.................------...... 21. t. Jeromes Creek, Md.'.---.----.----------- - 1951 17, 856. 95 24, 379. 81 (8) 22. Cockrell Creek,Va.-____ ....-.......-----. 1949 ---........................ 115, 600 23. Dymers Creek, Va..........----------------------.....---.............1912 , 581.99 3, 418. 01 (a) 24. Rappahannock River -at- --Bowlers - - - - - -Wharf, - - - - - -Va........ - -- - - - - - - 1950 ----------------------- 163, 000 25. Mulberry Creek, Va. 1950 2, 392. 60 1, 767. 10 (3) 26. Urbanna Creek, Va..------------------------------- 1951 38, 811. 77 46, 821. 77 16, 200 27. Whitings Creek, Va. ..------ 1949 ------------.........------------ 30, 200 28. Carters Creek, Va. 4-.............--------- 1951 28, 397. 55 8 3, 175. 71 23, 200 29. Locklies Creek, Va. --------------------------- 1928 11, 581.22 518. 78 (3) 30. Mill Creek, Va.'-. .-............. ..-------- 1937 5, 444. 95 .......... (s) 31. Jackson Creek, Va. ...... --.. -.............. 1950 8, 500.00 490. 53 (3) 32. Milford Haven, Va.-...------------------------- 1950 24, 568. 25 14, 277. 88 (3) 33. Bransons Cove, Lower Machodoc River, Va. ..... 1950 15, 754. 83 ..----...--------...... () 34. Cranes Creek, Va----------------------------- 1950 6, 274. 29 ............------------ () 35. Snagging and clearing under authority of section 3 of the River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945--------------- ------.......................--------..............--------- 1949 3, 000. 00 --------............ (3) 1 No commerce reported. s Channels adequate for commerce. 8 Completed. 4Awaiting local cooperation. aNo funds available. * Exclusive of $1,000 contributed funds. 7 Abandonment recommended in 1903 (Rivers and Harbors Committee Dac. 32, 61st Cong., 2d sess.). 8Exclusive of $700 contributed funds. RIVERS AND HARBORS---WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 407 16. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and4 committee resolutions Date trans- Document Reco- Locality Authorization act mitted to mendalon Congress ti.. . - - , .. Anacostia River and Flats, Wash- Senate Public Works ington, D. C. Committee resolution, Mar. 4, 1950. Anacostia and Potomac Rivers and River and Harbor Act, adjacent waters in and near Dis- Mar. 2, 1945. trict of Columbia, for comprehen- sive and coordinated improve- ment and development of such waters and their shores. Anacostia and Potomac Rivers at River and Harbor Act, and near Washington, D. C., to Mar. 2, 1945. provide a municipal sailing base. Bonum Creek, Westmoreland Co., River and Harbor Act, Va. Mar. 2, 1945. Cubitt Creek, Va................----------------- River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. District of Columbia, for compre- River and Harbor Act, hensive and coordinated im- Mar. 2, 1945. provement and development of Anacostia and Potomac Rivers and adjacent waters and their shores. Hacks Creek, Northumberland River and Harbor Act, County, Va. June 30, 1948. Herring Creek, St. Marys County, House Public Works Com- Md. mittee resolution, Aug. 17, 1949. Hull Creek, Va.. River and Harbor Act, .------------ July 24, 1946. Jules Creek, Va.------------------ River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. McKans Bay, Va. (McKanes Bay)__ River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. Monroe Bay and Creek, Westmore- Senate Public Works land County, Va. Committee resolution, July 22, 1947. Pecks Creek, Va..................--------- River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. Point Lookout Creek, in the vicinity River and Harbor Act, of Point Lookout, St. Marys July 24, 1946. County, Md. Popes Creek, Va................._.. River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. Potomac and Anacostia Rivers and River and Harbor Act, adjacent waters in and near Dis- Mar. 2, 1945. trict of Columbia, for compre- hensive and coordinated improve- ment and development of such waters and their shores. Potomac and Anacostia Rivers at River and Harbor Act, and near Washington, D. C., to Mar. 2, 1945. provide a municipal sailing base. Potomac River at and near Wash- River and Harbor Act, ..... - ................. --- Unfavor- ington, D. C. Mar. 2, 1945. able. Queens Creek, Mathews County, Rivers and Harbors Com- Apr. 30,1952---------- ............ Va. mittee resolution, Nov. 20, 1946. Washington, D. C., to provide a River and Harbor Act, municipal sailing base on the Mar. 2, 1945. Anacostia and Potomac Rivers at and near. Washington, D. C., Potomac River River and Harbor Act, at and near. Mar. 2, 1945. i i 408 REPORT Of 'dHIi OF' NGINE R, t ~. M i29 17. ANACOSTIA RIVER AND TRIBUTARIES, FLOOD PROTECTION AND NAVIGATION. IMPROVEMENTS, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND MARY- LAND Location.-This project is located on the Anacostia River at the confluence of northeast and northwest branches at Bladensburg, Md., about 9 miles above the mouth at Washington, D. C. (See U. S. Geo- logical Survey Quadrangle "Washington, D. C. and Vicinity.") Existing project.-The project provides for channel improvement of Anacostia River from the foot of 15th Street SE. in the District of Columbia, to the junction of northeast and northwest branches at Bladensburg, Md.; channel improvement in northeast branch from mouth upstream to near Longfellow Street in Riverdale, Md.; channel improvement in northwest branch from mouth upstream to vicinity of 38th Street in Brentwood, Md.; levees along both banks of the streams to protect Bladensburg, Edmonston, Riverdale, Cottage City, and Colmar Manor, Md.; interior drainage facilities in these communities, including four pumping stations and the necessary intercepting sew- ers; and alterations and reconstruction of highway and railroad bridges. The portion of the channel improvement of Anacostia River from the vicinity of 15th Street SE. in the District of Columbia to near Defense Highway bridge on U. S. Route 50, provides for a navigation channel 8 feet deep and 80 feet wide with a commercial boat basin, and a recreational boat basin having a capacity of 150 boats, both on the left bank of the river near Bladensburg, Md. The estimate of cost to the Federal Government for new work, revised in 1952, is $7,553,000; the estimate of cost to local interests for construction, lands and damages is $5,670,000; a total of $13,223,000. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved May 17, 1950 (H. Doc. 202, 81st Cong., 1st sess.). The latest map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-Seepages 4-5 for requirements. Local interests have indicated acceptance of the plan of improvements, and assur- ances of local cooperation have been furnished. Operations and results during fiscal year.--Engineering investiga- tions were initiated during the fiscal year for revision of hydrologic and hydraulic data, field surveys of flood damages, and preliminary planning of flood control structures. Total costs for the year were $9,325.54, all for new work. Total ex- penditures were $9,833.25. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-Preliminaryengineering investiga- tions and planning for the project were 6 percent completed at the end of the fiscal year. Total costs to June 30, 1952 were $9,325.54, all for new work. Total expenditures were $9,833.25. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $15,- 166.75, plus accounts receivable of $517.71, and an allotment of $50,000 made during the fiscal year 1953, a total of $65,684.46, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952----- ------------------------------ $10. 00 New work: Engineering investigation and studies by hired labor (July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953) ----------------------------------- 65, 674. 46 Total for all work---- ----------------- 65, 684. 46 FLOOD CONTROL -- WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 409 The additional sum of $200,000 can be profitably expended for new work during the fiscal year 1954 for continuing preliminary engineer- ing studies and the preparation of plans and specifications by hired labor for initial construction (July 1, 1953 to June 30, 1954). Cost and flnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated.....-----....-------------------------------------- $25,000.00 $25, 000.00 Cost...----------.................--- -------------- -------------- ------------ 9, 325. 54 9, 325. 54 ----------------------- Expenditures-.............---.....------------.......-------..... 9,833.25 9, 833.25 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 ---------------------- $15, 674. 46 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953------------. 50, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 -------- 65, 674. 46 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project . -_-______---_-- 7, 478, 000.00 18. CUMBERLAND, MD., AND RIDGELEY, W. VA. Location.-Cumberland,Md., and Ridgeley, W. Va., are located on the North Branch of the Potomac River, 21 miles upstream from its junction with the South Branch of the Potomac River and 197 miles upstream from Washington, D. C. (See U. S. Geological Survey quadrangles, Frostburg and Flint Stone, Md., W. Va., and Pa.) Existing project.-This project provides for channel improvements of North Branch of Potomac River from western Maryland Railway bridge in-South Cumberland upstream to the mouth of Wills Creek, with levees and fill along the left bank and levees along the right bank from the downstream corporate limits of Ridgeley, W. Va., to a point about 150 feet above Johnson Street Bridge; channel improve- ments and flood walls along Wills Creek from its mouth upstream to a point in the Narrows about 500 feet upstream from highway bridge on U. S. Highway No. 40; levee and flood wall in West Cumberland, Md., on left bank of North Branch of Potomac River from mouth of Wills Creek upstream to Kelly Boulevard; levee and flood wall in Ridgeley, W. Va., on right bank of North Branch of Potomac River from Car- penter Avenue upstream to Patapsco Street near the upstream corpo- rate limits of Ridgeley, W. Va.; interior drainage facilities in Cumber- land and West Cumberland, Md., and Ridgeley, W. Va.; removal of Chesapeake and Ohio Canal dam and construction of a new in- dustrial dam on North Branch of Potomac River immediately above mouth of Wills Creek; and alteration and reconstruction of highway and railroad bridges. The estimate of cost to the Federal Government for new work, revised in 1952, is $14,738,100, exclusive of $1,280,000 to be contributed by local interests. The estimated total cost to local interests is $2,500,000. 410 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The existing project was authorized by the following flood-control acts: Acts Work authorized Documents and reports June 22,1936 Levees, retaining walls, a movable dam and chan- H. Doc. 101, 73d Cong., 1st sess. nel clearing for Cumberland, West Cumberland and South Cumberland, Md., and Ridgeley, W. Va. July 24,1946 Levees, walls, channel improvement, removal of Report on file in the Office of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal dam and construction Chief of Engineers. of new industrial dam. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Assurances of local cooperation with the project plan have been received. A total of $2,500,000 will be the cost to local interests of which $1,280,000 will be in cash towards construction and the balance will be for lands re- quired for construction of the project and damages incurred. Funds, lands, and rights-of-way are being furnished as required. Operationsand results during the fiscal year.-Construction,by con- tract, of pressure conduits, sewers, and water lines in group 2 for the interior drainage system, in Cumberland, West Cumberland, Md., and Ridgeley, W. Va., was completed in December 1951. Cost for the year was $369,209.57 of which $309,549.81 was Federal funds and $59,659.76 contributed funds. A contract with the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Co. for construction of temporary bridges and tracks to permit construc- tion of pressure conduits -for group 2 was in progress at the beginning of the fiscal year and was completed during January 1952 at a cost for the year of $33,380.44. Work under a contract with the city of Cum- berland for replacement of sidewalks and pavements and alteration of utilities in group 2, for the interior drainage system, was com- pleted during May 1952 at a cost for the year of $59,535.34. Plans and specifications for section 1 of the Wills Creek channel improvement were completed in November 1951 and were advertised for construc- tion. Costs for the year were $81,334.60. A continuing contract was awarded in January 1952, and work was started in April 1952 on section 1, of the Wills Creek channel improvement. The work was 4 percent complete at the end of the fiscal year. Cost for the year was $70,438.81. Costs in connection with lands and damages were $10,903 throughout the year. Total:costs for the fiscal year for new work were $624,801.76, of which $565,142 was Federal funds and $59,659.76 was contributed funds. Total expenditures for fiscal year 1953 were $639,841.97, of which $550,182.21 was Federal funds and $89,659.76 contributed funds. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 20 percent complete at the end of the fiscal year. Construction of the first unit of the project, consisting of four pressure conduits and con- FLOOD CONTROL---WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 411 necting sewers, was started in March 1949 and completed in November 1949. Construction of the second and final unit of interior drainage pressure conduits and sewers, started in November 1949 under a con- tinuing contract, was completed in December 1951. Construction of section 1 of the Wills Creek channel improvement, started in April 1952 under a continuing contract, was 4 percent complete at the end of the fiscal year. Designs and construction plans for section 2 of the Wills Creek channel improvement were 80 percent complete, and for sections 3 and 4, 20 percent and 5 percent respectively; for sections 1 and 2 of the Potomac River channel, 5 percent and 30 percent, re- spectively; and for the industrial dam, 80 percent complete at the end of the year. Total costs for existing project to June 30, 1952 have been $3,326,- 891.97 of which $2,887,234.36 was regular funds, $49,997.85 Emergency Relief Funds and $389,659.76 contributed funds, all for new work. Total expenditures have been $3,184,382.55, consisting of $2,744,724.94 regular funds, $49,997.85 Emergency Relief Funds and $389,659.76 contributed funds. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $1,043,138.89, representing $1,000,446.94 Federal funds and $42,691.95 contributed funds, plus accounts receivable of $745.39, and an allot- ment of $1,144,000 made during the fiscal year 1953, a total of $2,187,- 884.28, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952---- ----------- ------- $143, 254. 81 New work: Continuation of construction by contract of section 1 of the Wills Creek channel improvement (July 1952 through June 1953) ------------ ----------------------------- 1,868,629.47 Purchase of lands required for continuation of the construction program--------------------------------------------- 85,000.00 Completion of plans and specifications for reconstruction of the industrial dam, and the construction of section 1 of the Potomac River channel (July 1952 through June 1953)_.... 91,000.00 Total new work- - ----------------- _ _ 2, 044, 629. 47 Total for all work --------------------------------- 2, 187, 884. 28 The additional sum of $1,200,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954, for the following schedule of work: New work : Complete the construction under a continuing contract of section 1, Wills Creek channel improvement_ --------------- $156, 000 Initiate construction of the industrial dam under a continuing contract, including removal of the old C. & O. canal dam------- 654, 900 Purchase lands required for continuation of the construction program-------------------------------------- ------ 309,100 Planning and miscellaneous services-------------- ---------- 80, 000 Total for all work-------....---------------------- - 1, 200, 000 412 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary UNITED STATES FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated..--------....... $78, 000.00 $500, 000. 00 $744, 100. 00 $1,154,000.00 $946, 000.00 1 $3, 795,169. 73 Cost---------------- 283. 34 69, 302, 918.04 702, 502. 00 939,.842. 57 565, 142. 00 12, 937, 232. 21 Expenditures-- ---....--- 61, 997. 35 258, 593.92 576, 416. 22 986, 938. 25 550, 182. 21 1 2, 794, 722. 79 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952--------------- -------- $23, 633. 31 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953-- , 144, 000. 00 1--------- Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 1,167, 633. 31 --------- Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project__------------------------ 9, 848, 900. 00 1Includes $49,997.85 expended from Emergency Relief funds and $113,069.73 from a previous project. -CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated$---- ------------ ------------ 500, 000 1-$50,000 2--$17,648.29 $432, 351. 71 Cost ------------------------------------ 330, 000 ----------- 59, 659. 76 389, 659. 76 Expenditures-....--- ------------ ------------ 300,000 ------------. 89,659.76 389, 659.76 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 --- --- ____--_ ---- - $12, 030. 95 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953_ -- -- - 12, 030. 95 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project--- ___ 847, 600. 00 1 Refund of contributed funds-$50,000. 2 Refund of contributed funds-$70,000. 19. SAVAGE RIVER DAM, MD. Location.--On the Savage River, in Garrett County, Md., approxi- mately 4.5 miles above the junction with North Branch of the Potomac River, and immediately downstream of the junction of Crabtree Creek and Savage River, and approximately 4 miles northwest of Bloomington, Md. (See U. S.Geological Survey quadrangle, Grants- ville, Md.-Pa.) Existing project.-The construction of an earth- and rock-fill dam, with a maximum height of 184 feet above the stream bed, was started in 1939 as a project of the Works Progress Administration, under sponsorship of the Upper Potomac River Commission. Work was suspended in December 1942, due to the war. The present project provides for completion of the earth- and rock-fill dam by the Corps of Engineers, United States Army, and includes placing about 850,000 cubic yards of earth- and rock-fill embankment and 5,200 cubic yards FLOOD CONTROL--WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 413 of concrete in spillway and intake structure, installation of control equipment in tunnel control chamber, and construction of operating house and other appurtenant structures. The estimate of cost of the project to the Federal Government, revised in 1952, is $2,306,000 ex- clusive of $200,000 to be contributed by local interests. The project is primarily for regulation of stream flow for industrial purposes, and pollution abatement, with some incidental flood control. The reservoir will have a storage capacity of 20,000 acre-feet. Authoriza- tion for the project is contained in the Flood Control Act approved July 24, 1946 (H. Doc. 622, 79th Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.-Local interests are required to make a cash contribution of $200,000 toward the cost of the work. The Upper Potomac River Commission has contributed $200,000 toward com- pletion of the dam. Operations and results during the fscal year.--Construction under a continuing contract of the spillway, outlet and intake structures control chamber and miscellaneous structures was completed. Final payments were made on contracts covering fabrication of slide gates and hydraulic equipment and for clearing of reservoir area completed during the previous fiscal year. Construction under contract on re- pairs to a settled section of the relocated road was completed. A. contract with the State of Maryland for stabilizing and reforesting borrow areas was completed. Grouting of the shaft to the control chamber was initiated by hired labor. The work was 20 percent com- plete at the end of the fiscal year. Preparation of the reservoir regulation manual, operation and maintenance manual, sedimentation studies, surveys and miscellaneous engineering was performed by hired labor. Total costs for the year were $181,142.55, all of which were Federal funds. Total expenditures were $215,237.51. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was approxi- mately 60 percent completed by the Works Progress Administration prior to the termination of the work in 1942. Construction work, started under the adopted project in March 1949 under a continuing contract, to complete the embankment portion of the dam was com- pleted in May 1950. A supply contract for fabrication of slide gates and hydraulic equipment was awarded in August 1949 and completed in August 1950. A contract for repairs to the relocated road was awarded June 1951 and completed in October 1951. A continuing con- tract for the completion of the spillway and outlet structures and miscellaneous work, initiated in March 1950, was completed in Janu- ary 1952. A contract for clearing the reservoir area was awarded in November 1950 and completed in May 1951. The entire project was 97 percent complete at the end of the fiscal year and was placed in operation January 1952. Total costs to June 30, 1952 were $2,231,959 of which $200,000 was contributed funds and $2,031,959 was Federal funds. Total expendi- tures were $2,225,73.97 of which $2,025,732.97 was Federal funds and $200,000 was contributed funds. 245554-53-vol. 1- 27 414 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, 1. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $80,267.03, plus accounts receivable $43.55, a total of $80,310.58, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952-... --- -- $6,269. ,--------------------- 58 New work: Completion of continuing contract for spillway and outlet struc- tures and miscellaneous work (July 1 to Aug. 31, 1952) -------- 7, 900.00 Completion of contract for cover planting of borrow areas (July 1 to Aug. 81, 1952) -------------- ------------------ Completion by hired labor of grouting and waterproofing shaft to 2, 00 21021. control chamber (July 1 to Aug. 31, 1952) _.------- 20, 500. 00 Completion by hired labor of sedimentation survey, reservoir reg- ulation and operation manuals, and miscellaneous planning (July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953) ------- --------- -31,000.00 Model study of spillway (June 1 to Dec. 31, 1952) ----------- 4, 000. 00 Construction of combined minor features and contingencies to complete entire project (July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953) ------- 8, 620. 00 Total new work ---------------------------------- 74,041.00 Total for all work---------------- ----------- -- 80,310. 58 It is expected that the project will be completed during the fiscal year 1953' with funds on hand. No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-......-- $41, 000. 00 $400, 000. 00 $1,265,000.00 $450, 000. 00 -$65,000.00 1 $2,106, 000.00 --.47,340. 63 Cost..............------------- 192, 661.54 871, 212. 66 732, 490. 04 181, 142. 55 1 2,031, 959.00 Expenditures-------.... 42,563.04 86, 008.38 878,192.91 797,035.60 215,237.51 1 2,025,732.97 Other new work data : Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952----------- - $63, 861.85 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------63, 861.85 1 Exclusive of $200,000 contributed funds (see annual report for 1950). 20. SALEM CHURCH RESERVOIR, VA. Location.-The Salem Church multiple-purpose reservoir, to be located on the Rappahannock and Rapidan Rivers in Spotsylvania, Stafford, Orange, Culpeper, and Fauquier Counties, Va., would be created by a concrete gravity dam on the Rappahannock River, 5.6 miles above Fredericksburg, Va., and 113 miles above the mouth. (See Army Map Service Quadrangle, Salem Church Va.) E~isting project.-The plan of improvement provides for construc- tion of a concrete gravity dam, approximately 1,460 feet long, with a maximum height of 205 feet above bedrock, and earth embankments extending from both abutments, totaling 13,710 feet in length, with a maximum height of 35 feet. The spillway, located in the concrete gravity section of the dam, would be controlled by 8 crest gates 52 feet long by 35 feet high, and would have a discharge capacity of 567,000 cubic feet per second. The project provides for a powerplant, to be constructed on the left bank of the river immediately downstream from the dam, containing two 32,000-kilowatt generating units. The reservoir will afford flood protection for Fredericksburg, Falmouth, FLOOD CONTROL--WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 415 and areas downstream for a flood of 140,000 cubic feet per second, which is equal to the greatest flood of record, and will reduce the severity of floods of greater magnitude. Estimated cost of the project to the Federal Government, revised in 1952, is $41,084,000, of which $2,584,000 would be for lands and damages. Authorization for the project is contained in the Flood Control Act approved July 24, 1946, which stipulated that the maximum elevation of the power pool should not exceed elevation 220 feet mean sea level. The latest published maps are in the project document. (See H. Doc. 119, 80th Cong., 1st sess.) Local cooperation.-Nonerequired. Operations and results during the fiscal year.-Foundationinvesti- gations were continued, and a hydrographic survey of the 2 miles of river immediately downstream from the dam site was accomplished. Laboratory analysis of samples was begun. The Public Health Serv- ice made a field investigation of the river in the reservoir area and downstream therefrom and issued a report on low-flow control for pollution abatement. Engineering and economic studies were con- tinued, and a design memorandum was prepared. The total costs, all for new work, were $70,220.34. The total expenditures were $77,838.96. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No construction work has been done. Field investigations in conjunction with preliminary design are approximately 60 percent complete. Further engineering studies have been indefinitely postponed. The work remaining to be done is completion of field investigation, planning, and engineering studies; initiation and completion of detailed design; preparation of contract plans and specifications, all by hired labor; and construction of the project by contract. The total costs, all for new work, were $138,- 770.87. The total expenditures were $134,552.18. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended on June 30, 1952, $7,447.82, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952_-------------------------------- $4, 218. 69 New work: Completion of laboratory analyses, and miscellaneous re- ports, by hired labor, July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953------------ 3,229. 13 3--, Total for all work----------------------- ----------- 7, 447. 82 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated ........ $10,000.00 ------------ ...--------$100,000.00 $32,000. 00 $142,000.00 Cost------------- --- 21. 33 $4, 437. 33 $5,541.34 58, 550. 53 70, 220.34 138, 770. 87 Expenditures---------....... 21.33 5, 664. 25 4, 314. 42 46, 713. 22 77, 838. 96 134, 552.18 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------------------------ $1, 331. 37 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953---------- 1, 331. 37 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project -- ------------- 40, 942, 000. 00 416 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 21.PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES FOR FLOOD CONTROL The cost of work during the fiscal year was $3,203.97. Total ex- penditures were $3,010.77. The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, amounting to $1,283.76, plus an allotment for fiscal year 1953 of $1,500, a total of $2,783.76, will be applied during fiscal year 1953 as follows: Accounts payable, June 30, 1952---------------------------------- $782. 11 Contingencies______ ___________ _ -------------- 2, 001. 65 Total for all work----------------------------------- 2, 783. 76 The additional sum of $9,500 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for contingencies. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated......... $48,000. 00 $36, 250.00 $35, 000. 00 $23, 500. 00 -$4, 000.00 $894, 700. 00 Cost 49, 076.63 .--------------- 37, 294.89 32, 838.74 26, 639.37 3, 203.97 894, 198.35 Expenditures--------......... 47, 033. 97 34, 961. 21 35, 061.50 28, 713.02 3, 010. 77 893, 416. 24 22. INACTIVE FLOOD CONTROL PROJECTS Cost and expenditures to For last June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project full report I amount re- see Annual quired to Report for- New work Mainte- complete nance 1. Washington, D. C. and vicinity 1.......----..... 1950 2 $331, 926.59 ...........------------. $1, 475,000 2. Harpers Ferry, W.4 Va......-------------------- - 1937 432, 000 3. Moorefield, W. Va. ___________ 1941 7, 928. 12 ............-------- 3 327, 400 4. Waynesboro, Va.--------------------- ............ 1950--------------------------- 2, 846, 000 5. Emergency flood-control work under au- thority of the Flood Control Act approved Aug. 18, 1941--..------------------------- 1950 --------------- $56, 274. 18 ---------- 6. Snagging and clearing under authority of section 2 of the Flood Control Act ap- proved Aug. 28, 1937, as amended--------....... 1950 --------------- 18,418.30 7. Emergency flood-control work under au- thority of section 208 of the Flood Control Act approved June 30, 1948---- --------- 1951--- .-.... . 105, 812. 71 1 Awaiting local cooperation. 2 In addition, $161,995.39, expended for work included in the Boelling Field project authorized by the Emergency Relief Appropriation Act approved June 22, 1936 and $5,000 reimbursed by the District of Columbia covering its share for construction of earth embankment over Stickfoot Branch sewer. 3 Cost revised in 1952. 4 Recommended for abandonment.in Survey report on Potomac River dated 30 Apr. 1944, published as H. Doec. 622, 79th Cong., 2d sess. 6 No funds available. FLOOD CONTROL---WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 417 23. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Document Recom Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress menda Big Wills Creek, Pa., for flood con- Flood Control Committee -------------- ------------ trol at and in the vicinity of Hynd- resolution, July 23, 1946. man Borough, Pa. Front Royal, Va., flood control on Flood Control Commit- ------------- ------------ Happy Creek, Va., tributary of tee resolution, July 5, the Potomac River. 1946. Gilbert Run, Charles County, Md., Flood Control Act, May .r ----- _ for flood control and drainage. 17, 1950. Happy Creek, Potomac River, flood Flood Control Committee ----------- protection for Front Royal, Va. resolution, July 5, 1946. Hyndman Borough, Pa., for flood Flood Control Committee ----------- control on Big Wills Creek, tribu- resolution, July 23, 1946. tary of the Potomac River. Little Wills Creek, Pa., for flood .....do.................... --------------- ---- ------- control at and in vicinity of Hynd- man Borough, Va. North River and tributaries, Va., for House Public Works Com- -------------- ------------ flood control of Potomac River. mittee resolution, Oct. 15, 1949. Port Tobacco Run, Charles County, Flood Control Act, May ----------- Md., (Tobacco Run) for flood con- 17, 1950. trol and drainage. Potomac River and tributaries, for Flood Control Committee ------------- ------- - - protection along Big Wills and Lit- resolution, July 23, 1946. tle Wills Creek, Pa., at and in the vicinity of Hyndman Borough, Pa. Potomac River, flood control on Flood Control Committee Happy Creek for Front Royal and resolution, July 5, 1946. vicinity, Va. Potomac River for flood control on House Public Works Com- ._ North River and tributaries, Va. mittee resolution, Oct. 15, 1949. Potomac River for flood control on House Public Works Com- --------------- the South Branch and tributaries, mittee resolution, June W. Va., in Grant, Hardy and Pen- 27, 1950. dleton Counties. Potomac River and tributaries, Senate Public Works South Branch, Md., Va., W. Va., Committee resolution and Pa. Jan. 20, 1950. Potomac River and tributaries, for House Public Works Com- --------------- flood control in vicinity of Wil- mittee resolution, Aug. liamsport, Md. 17, 1949. South Branch of Potomac River and House Public Works Com- tributaries, W. Va., for flood con- mittee resolution, June trol in Grant, Hardy and Pendle- 27, 1950. --------------- ton Counties. South Branch of Potomac River and Senate Public Works tributaries, Md., Va., W. Va., and Committee resolution, Pa. Jan. 20, 1950. Williamsport, Md., vicinity of, for House Public Works Com- flood control on Potomac River mittee resolution, Aug. and tributaries. 17, 1949. Wills Creek (Big and Little), Pa., for Flood Control Committee ---------------- flood control at and in the vicinity resolution, July 23, 1946. of Hyndman Borough, Pa. 24. EMERGENCY FLOOD-CONTROL WORK UNDER AUTHORITY OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED JUNE 23, 1947 Public Law 102, Eightieth Congress, approved June 23, 1947, auth- orized the sum of $15,000,000 to be appropriated as an emergency fund to be expended under the direction of the Secretary of the Army and the supervision of the Chief of Engineers for the repair, restoration, and strengthening of levees and other flood-control works which have been threatened or destroyed by recent floods, or which may be threat- ened or destroyed by later floods. 418 REPORT OF CHIIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Pursuant to this act emergency repairs were made to the upper 4,000 feet of the Anacostia levee located on the left bank of the Anacostia River at river mile 1.5 in the District of Columbia, with an allotment of $36,000, made in the fiscal year 1948. The work con- sisted of repairs, by contract, for restoration of a section of levee to its original grade and cross section. Plans and specifications were completed in the fiscal year 1948 at a cost of $2,483.02. Construction work consisting of 4,635 cubic yards of earth fill, 1,282 cubic yards of topsoil and 2.3 acres of soil preparation and seeding was started in July 1948 and completed in November 1948. Studies were made throughout the year for construction of emer- gency flood protection works for Washington, D. C., and vicinity at a cost of $475.78. Expenditures were $244.22. Total costs to June 30, 1952 were $29,303.43. Total expenditures were $29,043.28. The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $6,956.72, less accounts pay- able of $260.15, will be used for completing the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of emergency flood protection structures for Washington, D. C., and vicinity. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated ------ $36,000.00 ------------------------------- ------------ $36,000.00 Cost----------------- 2,483.02 $23, 050. 78--$3, 293. 85 $475. 78 29, 303. 43 Expenditures .....--------.. 1, 129.07 24, 380.48 $24. 25 3,265. 26 244.22 29, 043.28 25. SMALL FLOOD-CONTROL PROJECTS UNDER AUTHORITY OF SEC- TION 205 OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED JUNE 30, 1948 AS AMENDED BY SECTION 212 OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED MAY 17, 1950 The Flood Control Act approved June 30, 1948, as amended by Sec- tion 212 of the Flood Control Act approved May 17, 1950 authorizes allotments of not to exceed $3,000,000 for any one fiscal year for the construction of small flood-control projects not specifically authorized by Congress, and not within areas intended to be protected by projects so authorized, which come within the provisions of Section 1 of the Flood Control Act of June 22, 1936, when such work is advisable; provided that not more than $150,000 shall be allotted for this pur- pose at any single locality for any one fiscal year; that the provisions of local cooperation specified in Section 3 of the Flood Control Act approved June 22, 1936, as amended, shall apply and that the work shall be complete in itself and not commit the United States to any additional improvement to insure its successful operation. Pursuant to this act the sum of $95,000 was allotted in the fiscal year 1950, and $45,000 in the fiscal year 1951, a total of $140,000, for the construction of earth levees and appurtenances in the town of Bridgewater, Va., at the junction of North River and Dry River. The plan of improvement provides for construction of approximately FLOOD CONTROL---WASHINGTON, D. C., DISTRICT 419 4,610 lineal feet of earth levee extending upstream from high ground near the junction of North and Dry Rivers, along the low ridge to high ground at a point approximately 2,000 feet from the left bank of Dry River. The levee varies in height up to 17 feet and has an average height of approximately 10 feet with a top width of 10 feet and side slopes of 1 on 21/. Two county roads and a farm road pass over the levee. Two drainage structures are included. The total estimated cost to the Federal Government, made in Octo- ber 1950, is $140,000, and to local interests $29,400. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. The town council of Bridgewater has given assurances that the required local cooperation will be furnished. Operations and results during fiscal year.-A contract for construc- tion of the earth levee and drainage structures was completed in April 1952. Costs for the fiscal year were $113,932.76, Federal funds, all for new work. Total expenditures were $90,719.53, Federal funds. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-Constructionof the levee and drain- age structures was completed in April 1952. Total costs to June 30, 1952, were $136,513.02, Federal funds, all for new work. Total ex- penditures were $111,357.48, Federal funds. Proposed operatians.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $28,642.52, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_---- -------------------- $25,155. 54 New work : Preparation of operating regulations and final payment for work unobligated at end of fiscal year (July 1 to Sept. 30, 1952).... 1, 486. 98 Unallocated funds -------- -----.-. -------- __ _-2, 000. 00 Total for all work_----------------- -- _- 28, 642. 52 The project will be completed with available funds and no addi- tional work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New Work: Appropriated_ -------------.------------ $95, 000. 00 $45,000.00 ------------- 140, 000. 00 Cost--....------......----.......------ ----------------- 3, 363. 86 19, 216.40 $113,932.76 136, 513. 02 Expenditures......... --------------- ------------ 3, 147. 78 17, 490. 17 90, 719. 53 111, 357. 48 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 -_ ___--_------------$3, 486.98 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953___ ---------- 3, 486. 98 IMPROVEMENT OF RIVERS AND HARBORS IN THE NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT* This district comprises a small portion of southeastern West Vir- ginia, central and eastern Virginia, and a portion of northern North Carolina embraced in the west shore drainage basins tributary to the southern part of Chesapeake Bay south of the watershed line between the northerly arm of Winter Harbor and Garden Creek, Va., and the eastern shore drainage basins south of and including Onancock River, Va.; the drainage tributary to the Atlantic Ocean from White Creek and Gargathy Inlet, inclusive, to the Virginia-North Carolina State line; the Roanoke River Basin above Weldon, N. C.; the Meherrin River Basin above Murfreesboro, N. C.; and the Chowan River Basin above the confluence of the Nottoway and Blackwater Rivei, Va. It also includes the Virginia portion of the Intracoastal Waterways between Norfolk, Va., and Beaufort Inlet, N. C., and the portion of the waterway from Norfolk to the sounds of North Carolina north of Albemarle Sound. District engineer: Col. W. F. Powers, Corps of Engineers. Division engineer of the North Atlantic Division, New York, N. Y., comprising the New York, N. Y., Philadelphia, Pa., Baltimore, Md., Washington, D. C., and Norfolk, Va. districts: Col. F. F. Frech, Corps of Engineers to March 14, 1952; Col. B. B. Talley, Corps of Engineers since that date. IMPROVEMENTS Navigation Navigation-Continued Page Page 1. Quinby Creek, Va . 422 15. Plant allotment_ -- 452 2. 3. Oyster Channel, Va --- York Spit Channel, Va -- -- 423 425 16. Inactive navigation projects. 17. Miscellaneous activities ... 453 453 4. Thimble Shoal Channel, Va_ 427 5. Little River (Creek), Va.-- 428 Flood Control 6. James River, Va__ -- -- 430 7. Nansemond River, Va ----- 434 18. Roanoke River basin, Va. 8. Willoughby Channel, Va . 435 and N. C- 455 9. Newport News Creek, Va___ 436 19. John H. Kerr Reservoir, 10. Channel to Newport News, Roanoke River basin, Va. Va--_- 438 and N. C_ _-_ --- 457 11. Norfolk Harbor, Va -..... 439 20. Philpott Reservoir, Roanoke 12. Hampton Roads and the River basin, Va_ 461 harbors of Norfolk and 21. Gathright Reservoir and Fall- Newport News, Va.- ing Spring Reregulating Collection and removal of Dam, James River basin, drift _ _ 446 Va__------ 463 13. Atlantic Intracoastal Water- 22. Preliminary examinations, way between Norfolk, Va. surveys, and contingencies and the St. Johns River, for flood control, general _ 464 Fla. (Norfolk district) -_ 447 23. Inactive flood control proj- 14. Examinations, Surveys, and ects _ _- _- 465 Contingencies (General) - 452 24. Miscellaneous activities .. 465 421 422 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 1. QUINBY CREEK, VA. Location.-This creek is an indeterminate natural channel on the Atlantic Ocean side of the Delmarva Peninsula about 32 miles north of Cape Charles and about 33 miles south of Chincoteague, Va. The creek extends in a generally southeasterly direction between Quinby Landing at Quinby, Va., and the head of Tony's Rock Drain, a distance of 6,900 feet. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1221.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 8 feet deep at mean low water and 80 feet wide from that depth in Upshurs Bay to a point 600 feet bayward from Quinby Landing, thence 60 feet wide from Quinby Landing, a total distance of about 6,900 feet, and a turning and mooring basin of the same depth, 200 feet wide and 400 feet long opposite the public terminal and landing. The mean range of lunar tides is 4.4 feet with variations caused by storms of from 2 feet below to 12 feet above mean low water. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, was $124,900. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $6,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950 (H. Doc. 241, 81st Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in that document. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, in adopting the existing project, imposed the conditions that respon- sible local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will (a) provide without cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas for con- struction and subsequent maintenance of the project, when and as required; (b) hold and save the United States free from damage due to the construction and maintenance of the project, including such damage as may occur to public or leased oyster and clam beds; (c) provide at their own expense suitable mooring facilities within the basin and terminal facilities adjacent thereto with suitable access road and parking area all of which shall be open to all on equal terms; and (d) establish and enforce suitable regulations governing the movement and anchorage of craft in the vicinity of the improvement. Assurances of local interests that the conditions of local cooperation would be met were approved by the Secretary of the Army on Feb- ruary 28, 1952. Easements to the turning basin area and spoil-disposal permits have been furnished. Terminal facilities.-There are two open-pile wooden wharves and about 125 feet of wooden bulkhead at Quinby, Va. The wharves are privately owned but the bulkhead is public and is open to all on equal terms. There is also one marine railway which is not now in use. With the construction of the facilities required of local interests, it is considered "that these facilities will be adequate for existing and reasonably prospective commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.--New work preliminary engineering, consisting of surveys, investigation of disposal areas, preparation of plans and specifications, etc., with Government plant an hired labor, for partial completion of the existing project, was carried on during the year at a cost of $1,226.29. RIVERS AND HARBORS---NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 423 New work dredging, by contract, for partial completion of the existing project to a depth of 3 feet at mean low water over bottom widths of 35 and 40 feet in the channel and 53 feet in the turning basin, was commenced May 23, 1952 and continued to the end of the fiscal year. There were removed 35,130 cubic yards of material, place measurement. The cost of the work was $18,238.52. The total cost of the work was $19,464.81, all for new work. The total expenditure was $4,592.04. Condition at end of fl~cad year.-The existing project was about 15 percent complete at the end of the fiscal year. Construction of a portion of the existing project to provide for reduced widths and depths was commenced in May 1952 and was still in progress at the end of the fiscal year. The controlling depths at mean low water are 3.8 feet in the channel and 4.7 feet in the turning basin. The head of navigation for boat traffic is Quinby Landing at Quinby, Va. Navigation is practicable throughout the year. The work remaining to complete the project consists of deepening the channel to a depth of 8 feet at mean low water over a width of 80 feet from that depth in Upshur Bay to a point 600 feet wide to Quinby Landing, a total distance of 6,900 feet, and a turning and mooring basin of the same depth, 200 feet wide and 400 feet long opposite the public terminal and landing. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952 was $19,464.81, all for new work. The total expenditure was $4,592.04. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952 in the amount of $18,683.96 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952- -_-_-_ ._-_--.-----_-. $14, 872. 77 New work: Dredging to complete contract in the channel and turning basin to a partial depth of 3 feet at mean low water and widths of 35 and 40 feet, 0.5 month, July 1952--------.....---------------- 3, 811. 19 Total for all work-_-_-_----... - _-_-__- ---- _- 18, 683. 96 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-- - ------------------ ---------------------- $23,276. 00 $23,276.00 . Cost-----------------------.................. -------------------- ------------ 19, 464. 81 19, 464.81 Expenditures......... ---------------------------------------------- 4, 592.04 4,592.04 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project----........-------- $101, 624 2. OYSTER CHANNEL, VA. Location.-Oyster Channel is located on the lower eastern side of the Delmarva Peninsula which separates Chesapeake Bay from the Atlantic Ocean. It is about 11 miles north of Cape Charles and about 57 miles south along the Atlantic coast from the Virginia- 424 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Maryland State line. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1222.) -Fi sting project.--This provides for a channel, about 0.9 mile long, 60 feet wide, and 6 feet deep at mean low water, from deep water in Liscombes Channel to and including a turning basin of the same depth 200 feet long and 125 feet wide along the water- front at Oyster, Va. The mean range of tide is about 4.4 feet. Greater fluctuations in water level are caused by prolonged high winds along this section of the Atlantic coast. The cost for new work for the completed project was $54,600. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $1,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945 (H. Doc. 716, 76th Cong., 3d sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with as to initial construc- tion. Local interests are required to furnish suitable spoil-disposal areas for future maintenance. Terminal facilities.--There are five privately owned timber wharves and one publicly owned wooden bulkhead with a total wharfage space of about 1,100 feet along the waterfront at Oyster, Va. There is also a marine railway which will accommodate vessels up to 50 feet in length. The facilities have highway connection with the county and State systems. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fscal year.-Construction of the existing project was commenced January 1948 and completed in May 1948. The controlling depths at mean low water are as follows: Controlling depths, 80 per- cent of project Date deter- Name of channel width, 40 per- mined cent on either side of center line (feet) Channel----.------------------------------------------------------ 5.0 May 1950. Turning basin------------------------------------------------------- 4.5 Do. The head of navigation for boat traffic is about 200 feet above the turning basin at the head of the project. Navigation is practicable throughout the year. The total cost and expenditure of the existing project to June 30, 1952 was $61,536.23, of which $54,600 was for new work and $6,936.23, for maintenance. Proposed operations.--No work is scheduled during the fiscal year 1953. The sum of $23,000 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during the fiscal year 1954: RIVERS AND HARBORS-NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 425 Maintenance: Dredging by contract, to restore channel and turning basin to project dimensions, 1 month, February 1954----------------------- $20, 000 Condition survey, with Government plant and hired labor, 0.5 month, October 1953--3,---------------------------------------- 3000 Total for all work ------------------------------------- 23, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated- ..... . $54; 600 ------------ $54, 600. 00 Cost.-----------------54, 600 -------------------------------------------- 54, 600. 00 Expenditures .....--------- 54, 600 -- _54, 600. 00 Maintenance: Appropriated------- ........ ...------------ $5, 000 $5, 000. 00 -$3, 063. 77 ------------- 6, 936. 23 Cost--............... -- -5,000 1, 936. 23 ----------------------- 6,936. 23 Expenditures --------------------- 5, 000 1, 936. 23 ---------------------- - 6, 936. 23 3. YORK SPIT CHANNEL, VA. Location.-York Spit Channel lies in the lower Chesapeake Bay op- posite the mouth of York River and about 20 miles northerly from Atlantic Ocean at the entrance of Chesapeake Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1222.) Previous project.-The original project was adopted March 3, 1905. For further details see page 389 of the annual report for 1932. Existing project.--This provides for a channel approximately 6.77 miles long, 1,000 feet wide, and 39 feet deep at mean low water be- tween the contours of that depth in Chesapeake Bay opposite York Spit. Under ordinary conditions the mean tidal range is 2.5 feet and extreme 3.3 feet. The extremes of irregular fluctuation, due to com- bined wind and tides, referred to mean low water, are minus 2 feet and plus 9.5 feet. The cost for new work for the completed project was $673,410. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $36,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1905 A channel 35 feet deep and 600 feet wide_---- H. Doc. 186, 57th Cong., 2d sess. Mar. 4, 1913 Channel width increased to 1,000 feet....---- H. Doc. 1190, 62d Cong., 3d sess. July 3. 1930 Channel depth increased to 37 feet....---------- H. Doc. 29, 71st Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 2, 1945 Channel depth increased to 39 feet......---------- In accordance with report on file in office of the Chief of Engineers dated June 30, 1942. (Contains latest published map.) LoQal cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-York Spit Channel is an access channel be- tween lower and upper Chesapeake Bay. No terminal facilities are located on the project. 426 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work dredging, to complete the existing project, with the United States hopper dredge SOomer, which was suspended to accomplish more urgent work, was resumed on February 1, 1952 and continued to February 22, 1952 when the work was completed. There were removed 243,075 cubic yards of material, credited place measurement. The cost of the work was $97,323.78. Maintenance revisions and adjustments to a raydist hyperbolic control system, with Government plant and hired labor, were made during the year at a cost of $986.02. Maintenance repairs and upkeep to the tide gage structure and light, with Government plant and hired labor, were made during the year at a cost of $785.08. The total cost of the work was $99,094.88, of which $97,323.78 was for new work and $1,771.10 for maintenance. The total expenditure was $98,699.69. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-Constructionof the existing project was commenced in 1932 and continued intermittently to February 1952 when the project was completed. The controlling depths as ascer- tained in March 1952 were 40 feet in midchannel and 40 feet along the edges. Depths are referred to mean low water. The total cost and expenditure of the existing project prior to fiscal year 1942 was included in the project for Baltimore Harbor and Channels, Md. Since that date, the total cost and expenditure to June 30, 1952 was $1,509,485.86, of which $673,410.32 was for new work and $836,075.54 for maintenance. Proposedoperations.-The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952 in the amount of $13,551.90 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30,-1952------------------------------ $936.02 Maintenance : Condition survey, with Government plant and hired labor, 0.5 month, September 1952-------------- $7,000. 00 Revisions and adjustments to raydist hyperbolic control system, with Government plant and hired labor, intermittently, July 1952-June 1953------ 3, 615. 88 Maintenance and repairs to tide gage structure and light, with Government plant and hired labor, when and as needed---------------------------- 2, 000. 00 Total maintenance-- ------------------------------ $12, 615. 88 Total for all work---- ------------------------------ 13, 551.90 The additional sum of $117,500 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during the fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Dredging, with a United States hopper dredge, 1 month, April 1954---------------------------------------$100, 000. 00 Condition survey, with Government plant and hired labor, 1 month, October 1953---------- -------------------------------- 10, 000. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports, with Government plant and hired labor, 12 months, July 1953-June, 1954 ..------------------- 7, 500. 00 Total for all work .--..--------------------------.-- 117, 500. 00 RIVERS AND IHARBORS--NORFOLK; VA., DISTRICT 427 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated------ ------------......... $8, 500.00 $400,000.00 ............ 5, 747.03 401, 612. 80 Cost .........-------------------------- $300, 000. 00 -$100,000.00 94, 368. 13 97, 323. 78 $682, 858. 58 1 673, 410. 32 Expenditures--------.........------------............ 5, 747.03 401, 612. 80 93,107. 05 98, 584. 86 1 673, 410. 32 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $172, 000. 00 146, 000. 00 650. 00 5, 500. 00 12,500. 00 848, 691.42 Cost--------------- 146, 708. 13 178, 623. 99 1,139. 75 3, 613. 02 1, 771. 10 1 836,075.54 Expenditures--........ 146, 708.13 178, 623.99 1,139. 75 4, 333.27 114. 831 835, 139. 52 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952__------------------------$9, 448. 26 Revocation for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953----------- ---- 9, 448. 26 1Costs and expenditures prior to fiscal year 1942 are included in the project "Baltimore Harbor and Channels." 4. THIMBLE SHOAL CHANNEL, VA. Location.-Thimble Shoal Channel lies in lower portion of Chesa- peake Bay between Hampton Roads and the ocean, and is 20 miles northeast of the center of Norfolk Harbor, extending southeasterly 11 miles from a point 11/4 miles east of Thimble Shoal Lighthouse toward the entrance to Chesapeake Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Sur- vey Chart No. 1222.) Previousprojects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of June 25, 1910. For further details see page 470, annual report for 1932. Existing project.-This provides for dredging a channel 11 miles long, 750 feet wide, and 40 feet deep at mean low water. Under ordi- nary conditions the mean tidal range is 2.6 feet and the extremes 2 and 3 feet. The extremes of irregular fluctuation, due to combined wind and tides, referred to mean low water, are minus 2 feet and plus 9.5 feet. The cost for new work, for the completed project, was $2,283,773, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The: latest (1952) approved estimate of cost of annual maintenance is $26,500. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 8, 1917 (H. Doc. 140, 65th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest pub- lished map is in House Document No. 551, Sixty-first Congress, sec- ond session. Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.--This project serves as an entrance channel to Hampton Roads. For a description of terminal facilities, see this heading under "Norfolk Harbor, Va.," "Channel to Newport News, Va." etc. Operations and results during fiscal year.--A maintenance condi- tion survey, with Government plant and hired labor, was made during the year at a cost of $4,319.22. Maintenance revisions and adjustments to a raydist hyperbolic con- trol system, with Government plant and hired labor, were made dur- ing the year at a cost of $1,187.66. The total cost of the work was $5,506.88 all for maintenance. The total expenditure was $2,811.04. 428 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the existing proj- ect was commenced in December 1917 and continued intermittently to June 1929 when the work was completed. The controlling depth, as ascertained in June 1952, was 40.0 feet in midchannel and 40.0 feet along the edges. Depths are referred to mean low water. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $3,395,- 203.46, of which $2,283,772.56 was for new work and $1,111,430.90, for maintenance. The total expenditure was $3,392,507.62. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952 in' the amount of $6,1'88.96 plus an allotment of $131,506.88 for fiscal year 1953, a total of $137,695.84 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------------------------------$2, 695. 84 Maintenance : Dredging with a United States hopper dredge, 1.2 mont s, February-March 1953 --------------- $127,000 Prelimi ary engineering for maintenance dredging, consisting of surveys, preparation of plans and specifications, etc., with Government plant and hired labor, 1 month, December 1952____________ 8, 000 Total maintenance..-------------1------------------35, 000. 00 Total for all work---------- - 137, 695. 84 -____________ The additional sum of $7,000 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during the fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Condition survey, with Government plant and hired labor, 1 month, May 1954_ ----------------- ------ $,0-------- $7,000 Total for all work ---------- --------------------------- 7, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June ... 30,1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated------------------.........-------............-------------.......... ..........------------........................ $2, 617, 381.44 Cost --------------------------------------------------------------- 2, 617, 381.44 Expenditures --------------------------------------------------------- 2,617,381.44 Maintenance: Appropriated------ $3,050.00 $8, 500. 00 $5, 000. 00 $1, 062.94 $9, 000. 00 1,114, 924. 02 Cost---------------- 1,937. 49 10,101. 23 4, 350. 10 3, 215. 02 5, 506. 88 1,111, 430. 90 Expenditures--------- 1,937.49 10,101. 23 4, 350. 10 3, 215. 02 2,811.04 1, 108, 735. 06 5. LITTLE RIVER (CREEK), VA. Location.-Little Creek is a tidal estuary entering the south side of Chesapeake Bay, Va., about 31/2 miles east of the corporate limits of the city of Norfolk and 9 miles west of Cape Henry. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 481 and 1222.) Existing project.-This provides for maintenance of an existing channel 20 feet deep and 400 feet wide extending inshore from that depth in Chesapeake Bay to the terminals of the Pennsylvania Rail- road System, a distance of about 1.4 miles, including a basin adjacent to the terminals of the same depth 400 to 1,240 feet wide and 1,160 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 429 feet long. All depths are referred to mean low water. Under ordi- nary conditions the mean tidal range is 2.6 feet, with extremes of -2 and +9.5 feet occurring during storm periods. The estimate of cost (1950) for annual maintenance is $20,000. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, in accordance with a report on file in the office of the Chief of Engineers. Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-The Pennsylvania Railroad maintains at its terminal a small pier, two ferry slips and two floating bridges for transfer of freight cars to and from its ferries, and berth for mooring tugs and car ferries, aggregating approximately 950 lineal feet. The Virginia Ferry Corp. maintains a ferry slip and foot wharf at the railroad terminal. Extensive Government-owned facilities are main- tained on the waterway and at the head of the project. There are no publicly owned facilities on the waterway. The facilities are con- sidered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-This is an artificial channel, origi- nally dredged to a depth of 17 feet and width of 300 feet, supple- mented by protection works consisting of stone jetties and wood bulk- heads, all of which were provided by the Pennsylvania Railroad Co. under War Department permit. The dredging was completed in 1930. The cost is unknown. The channel was subsequently enlarged by the Navy Department to the existing project dimensions. The enlarge- ment was commenced on April 5, 1942, and completed on May 26, 1943. The cost of the work was $185,618.40, of which $168,623.40 was Federal funds expended by United States Navy and $16,995 was contributed by the Pennsylvania Railroad Co. The controlling depths, as ascer- tained in May 1951 were' 20.0 feet in midchannel and 20 feet along the edges. All depths are referred to mean low water. The total cost and expenditure for maintenance of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $104,547.39. Proposed operations.-Theallotment of $3,000 for fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition survey, with Government plant and hired labor, 0.5 month, October 1952-------------------------------- $3, 000 No work is scheduled during the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated...........................-----------... ------------... ------------.... $106, 600. 00 -$2, 052. 61 $104, 547. 39 Cost--- ------------------------------------- 104, 547. 39 ------------ 104, 547. 39 Expenditures .........----------- 104, 547.39------------ 104, 547. 39 245554-53-vol. 1 28 430 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 6. JAMES RIVER, VA. Location.--This river is formed by the junction of the Cowpasture and Jackson Rivers in Botetourt County, Va., flows easterly 340 miles, and empties into Hampton Roads at Newport News, Va. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 529, 530, and 531.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Act of July 11, 1870. For further details see page 1797 of annual report for 1915, and page 461 of the annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 25 feet deep and 300 feet wide from the mouth to Hopewell, 69.2 miles; thence 25 feet deep and 200 feet wide, following the cutoff route between Hopewell and the Richmond deep-water terminal, 17.2 miles; thence a channel 18 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the deepwater terminal to the Richmond lock, 4.4 miles, and the removal of the obstruction in Richmond Harbor known at Trigg cofferdam; for a turning basin 200 feet wide, 600 feet long and 18 feet deep in Richmond Harbor; and for maintenance of the turning basin at Richmond deepwater terminal to a depth of 25 feet. Depths of channels are referred to mean low water. The total length of channel included in the project is 90.8 miles, which is the navigable section. The mean tidal ranges under ordinary conditions for different parts of the river are as follows: Mouth, 2.7 feet; Jamestown, 1.85 feet; City Point, 2.8 feet; Dutch Gap, 3.5 feet; Richmond, 3.9 feet. Following are the extreme ranges under ordinary conditions at the same localities: Mouth, 2.1 to 3 feet; Jamestown, 1.6 to 2.3 feet; City Point, 2.3 to 3.2 feet; Dutch Gap, 2.9 to 3.9 feet; Richmond, 3.2 to 4.2 feet. The ordinary fluctuation of stage at Richmond, due to floods, are 6 to 12 feet above mean low water. The extreme fluctua- tions are 16 to 32 feet. The flood heights below Richmond diminish rapidly, the extreme, according to available information, being about 11 feet lower at Dutch Gap, 14 miles below, and 17 to 18 feet lower 20 miles below. The cost for new work, for the completed project was $6,796,240, exclusive of the amount expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate of cost for annual maintenance is $334,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 5,1884 Channel 22 feet deep from mouth to Richmond and S. Ex. Doe. 147, 47th Cong., 1st construction of spur and training dikes. sess. June 13,1902 Extension of improvement to Richmond lock gate.... Mar. 3,1905 Forming a turning basin by widening channel at H. Doc. 234, 56th Cong., 1st sess. Richmond. July 3, 1930 Existing project dimensions-... --..................... H. Doc. 314, 71st Cong., 2d sess.I Aug. 26,1937 Removal of the Trigg cofferdam...................... Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 Doc. 68, 74th Cong., 1st sess. 1 Mar. 2,1945 Turning basin in Richmond Harbor ..-- H. Doc. 738, 77th Cong., 2d sess. ..-----------. 1 May 17,1950 Maintenance of turning basin at Richmond deep- H. Doec. 191, 81st Cong., 1st sess. water terminal. 1 Contains latest published maps. RIVERS AND I-ARBORS--NORFOLK, VA., DISTRIC? 431 Local cooperation.-The conditions of local cooperation imposed by the River and Harbor Acts of July 3, 1930, August 26, 1937, and March 2, 1945, have been fully complied with. The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, in modifying the existing project to provide for the maintenance of the turning basin at Richmond deepwater terminal to a depth of 25 feet at mean low water, imposed the conditions that responsible local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will (a) maintain a berthing area 75 feet wide and to equal depth immedi- ately adjacent to the deep-water terminal and extending for the entire length of the turning basin; (b) reimburse the United States for the cost of dredging all materials in the turning basin above a depth of 25 feet at mean low water, with 1 on 3 side slopes, at the time that the United States accomplishes the initial maintenance dredging; (c) hold and save the United States free from damages; and (d) furnish free of cost to the United States suitable spoil- disposal areas for future maintenance when and as required. Assur- ances have been furnished by the city of Richmond which were ap- proved by the Secretary of the Army on July 25, 1951. The initial dredging has been accomplished. Terminal facilities.-The river's commerce at Richmond is handled at the city-owned terminals, city wharf, and Richmond dock, and at 14 privately owned wharves located within or in the immediate vicinity of Richmond Harbor. The Richmond deep-water terminal at the head of the 25-foot depth serves oceangoing vessels and the larger ships engaged in coastwise trade. Below the deep-water ter- minal the improvement is served by 42 wharves. The Richmond terminals and wharves, together with the wharves between Richmond and the river's mouth, are adequate for the river's commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance dredging, by contract, in Tribell Shoal Channel, Goose Hill Channel, and Dancing Point-Swann Point Shoal Channel was commenced July 9, 1951 and continued intermittently to December 21, 1951 when the work was completed. There were removed 1,491,162 cubic yards of material, place measurement. The cost of the work was $319,163.55. Maintenance dredging, by contract, in Richmond Harbor 18-foot channel and turning basin was commenced August 3, 1951 and con- tinued to September 22, 1951 when the work was completed. There were removed 71,514 cubic yards of material, place measurement. The cost of the work was $21,519.04. Maintenance dredging by contract, in the 25-foot channel and in the turning basin at Richmond deepwater terminal was commenced Sep- tember 26, 1951 and continued intermittently to January 14, 1952 when the work was completed. There were removed 121,292 cubic yards of material, place measurement, of which 100,743 cubic yards were removed from the 25-foot channel and 20,549 cubic yards were removed from the allowable over depth in the turning basin. The cost of the work was $35,360.88. Preliminary engineering for maintenance dredging, consisting of surveys, investigation of disposal areas, preparation of plans and specifications, etc., with Government plant, and hired labor, was accomplished during the year at a cost of $23,623.41. 432 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Maintenance revisions and adjustments to a raydist hyperbolic control system, with Government plant and hired labor, were made during the year at a cost of $2,206.11. Miscellaneous condition and control surveys, with Government plant and hired labor, were made during the year at a cost of $1,308.89. The total cost of the work was $403,181.88 all for maintenance. The total expenditure was $409,172.64. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the existing project was commenced in 1884 and continued intermittently through the various modifications of the project to November 1947, when the work was completed. Construction of the 25-foot channel between Hopewell, Va., and the mouth was commenced in January 1931 and completed in March 1932. Construction of the cutoffs between Hope- well, Va., and Richmond, Va., was commenced in February 1933, and completed in October 1937. The remainder of the channel between Hopewell and Richmond was completed in October 1938 with the exception of rock removal at Falling Creek and between Richmond deep-water terminal and Richmond which was accomplished between April and November 1947. Construction of the turning basin in Richmond Harbor was commenced in October 1947 and completed in November 1947. The controlling depths at mean low water are as follows: Controlling depths Mid- Name of channel Left channel Right Date determined outside for half outside quarter project quarter (feet) width (feet) (feet) Mouth to Hopewell: Rocklanding Shoal Channel... ._ 25. 0 25. 0 25. 0 September 1950. Tribell Shoal Channel.---------------------- 25. O0 24. 7 24. 6 May 1952. Goose Hill Channel--- - 25. 0 25. 0 25. 0 September 1951. Dancing Point-Swann -------------------- ._ 25. 0 25. 0 25. 0 January 1952. Point Channel Weyanoke Point Channel----- .--------- 25. 0 25. 0 25. 0 April 1948. Jordan Point-Harrison Bar-Windmill 20. 5 23.4 23. 7 May 1952. Point Channel. City Point Channel 25. 0 25. 0 25. 0 August 1949. Hopewell to Richmond Deepwater Terminal___ 24. 4 24. 9 24. 1 May 1952. Richmond Deepwater Terminal to Buxton 16. 4 17. 6 18. 0 March 1950. Line dock. Buxton Line Dock to a point 200 feet down- 5. 8 6. 7 8. 6 May 1952. stream from Richmond Lock. A point 200 feet downstream from Richmond ------------.......... 15. 9 ............ March 1950. lock to the lock. The head of navigation for boat traffic is at Richmond, Va.; naviga- tion is practicable throughout the year. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $10,- 823,624.36, of which $6,796,240.22 was for new work, representing $6,212,403.69 from regular funds and $583,836.53 from Public Works funds, and $4,027,384.14, for maintenance, including $837.98 applied to the removal of shoals in Bennetts Creek, Va., under the provisions of section 3 of the River and Harbor Act approved October 17, 1940. The total expenditure was $10,829,568.92. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952, in the amount of $230,132.15 plus accounts receivable in the amount of $5,944.56 plus an allotment of $219,921.41 for fiscal year 1953, RIVERS AND HARBORS---NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICTr 433 plus a transfer of unexpended balances from other projects within the district in the amount of $12,221.05, a total of $468,219.17, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 -------------------------- .. $0. 00 Maintenance : Dredging, under one contract, in Richmond Harbor, at Rich- mond deepwater terminal, and in Jordan Point Harrison Bar-Windmill Point Channel, 3 months, August-November 1952 ---- --- ------------------------------------ 112, 002. 17 Dredging, by contract, in Rocklanding Shoal, Tribell Shoal, Goosehill Shoal and Dancing Point to Swann Point Shoal channels, 2 months, March-April, 1953 ___----- - -- 165, 000. 00 Dredging, by contract, turning basin at Richmond deepwater terminal and channel between that point and Hopewell, after freshets, when and as needed------- 89, 221. 00 Dredging, by contract, in Richmond Harbor and channel from Richmond to Richmond deepwater terminal, to remove shoals after freshets, when and as needed_----------------------34, 500. 00 Preliminary engineering for dredging, consisting of surveys, in- vestigation of disposal areas, preparation of plans and specifi- cations, etc., with Government plant and hired labor, when and as needed-------------------------------------- 18, 500.00 Condition surveys with Government plant and hired labor, 2 months December 1952-January 1953-------------- 16, 541.00 Restoration of horizontal and vertical control, revisions, adjust- ments, and expansion to Raydist hyperbolic control system, with Government plant and hired labor, intermittently, July 1952-June 1953---------------- --------------- 15, 000. 00 Maintenance and repairs to fixed dredging ranges, with Govern- ment plant and hired labor, when and as needed------------2, 000. 00 Miscellaneous water level investigations, stream gaging, etc., with Government plant and hired labor, intermittently, July 1952-June 1953--------------------------------- 6, 455. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports, with Government plant and hired labor intermittently July 1952-June 1953 --------- 9, 000. 00 ------------------------- ------ 468, 219. 17 Total for all work,-- The additional sum of $517,700 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during the fiscal year 1954. Maintenance: Dredging, by contract, shoals between Hopewell and the mouth of the river, 5 months, February-June 1954---------------.... $336, 000. 00 Dredging, by contract, turning basin at Richmond deepwater terminal and channel between that point and Hopewell, after freshets, when and as needed------------------------78, 200. 00 Dredging, by contract, in Richmond Harbor and channel from Richmond to Richmond deepwater terminal, to remove shoals after freshets, when and as needed -------------------- 35, 000. 00 Preliminary engineering for dredging, consisting of surveys, in- vestigation of disposal areas, preparation of plans and speci- fications, etc., with Government plant and hired labor, when and as needed------------- ---- -------------------- 18, 000. 00 Condition surveys, with Government plant and hired labor, 2 months October-November 1953-------------- --- 32, 000. 00 Extension, revision, and adjusting Raydist hyperbolic control system, with Government plant and hired labor, intermit- tently, July 1953-June 1954__---------------------- 3, 0000. 00 Miscellaneous water level investigations, stream gaging, and maintenance of fixed dredging ranges with Government plant and hired labor, intermittently July 1953-June 1954---------- 5, 000. 00- Miscellaneous inspections and reports, with Government plant and hired labor, intermittently July 1953-June 1954 --.......... 10,500. 00 Total for all work- ....-- __ ------------ 517, 700.00 434 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial wrummary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-...-.... $80,000.00 -- $30,172.39 -..----- ----- ............ $7, 559, 240. 22 Cost....--------------..............597, 400. 69 ......................................------------------........ 7, 559, 240. 22 Expenditures......... 613, 374. 20 ....................................-------............ 7, 559, 240. 22 Maintenance: Appropriated......... 234, 700. 00 0 $465, 157.41 $248, 500. 00 496, 250. 00 $288, 500.00. 4, 263, 460.85 Cost....--------------... 439,228.39 372, 725.67 393, 723.09 98, 426.84 403,181.88 4, 027, 384.14 Expenditures......... 439, 521.46 278, 678. 57 483, 964. 99 102,185. 84 409,172. 64 4,033, 328. 70 7. NANSEMOND RIVER, VA. Location.-This river, a tidal stream, rises in Nansemond County, Va., flows northerly 25 miles, and empties into James River immedi- ately above the mouth of the latter stream in Hampton Roads. (See U. S. Coast Geodetic Survey Chart No. 529.) Previous project.-The original project for Nansemond River was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1873, and modified by the act of June 1878. For further details, see page 1797 of annual report for 1915, and page 412 of annual report for 1935. Existing project.-This provides for dredging a channel between the mouth and a point 0.45 mile above the highway bridge at Suffolk, a distance of about 18.66 miles, 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide, with a turning basin 200 feet square at Suffolk; and dredging a channel in the Western Branch between its mouth and Reids Ferry, a distance of about 2 miles, to a depth of 10 feet over a bottom width of 80 feet. Depths of channels are referred to mean low water. The mean tidal ranges under ordinary conditions for different parts of Nansemond River are as follows: Suffolk bridge, 3.4 feet; New- mans Point, 2.8 feet. The extreme ranges under ordinary conditions at the same localities are as follows: Suffolk bridge, 2.8 feet to 4 feet; Newmans Point, 2.3 feet to 3.3 feet. The cost for new work, for the completed project was $137,477, ex- clusive of the amount expended on previous projects. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $3,500. The existing project was adopted by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 11,1888 Channel 12 feet deep, 400 to 200 feet wide, Town Annual report for 1887, p. 1001. Point to mouth of Western Branch; thence, 12 feet deep, 100 feet wide to Suffolk; turning basin 200 feet square at Suffolk; and spur dikes and training walls at mouth of Western Branch. July 3,1930 Existing project dimensions.........-------------.-------H. Doc. 184, 70th Cong., 1st sess. For lateSt published map, see H. Doc. 1246, 62d Cong., 3d sess. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.--.There are two wooden wharves and about 950 feet of wooden bulkhead at SUffolk, Va. There is also one wooden wharf and about 550 feet of wooden bulkhead located about 9 miles RIVERS AND HARBORS---NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 435 downstream from Suffolk. These facilities are privately owned and are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance dredging, by contract, between the mouth of the river and Suffolk, Va., in progress at the beginning of the fiscal year was continued to July 28, 1951, when the work was completed. There were removed 70,736 cubic yards of material, place measurement. The cost of the work was $28,398.61. The expenditure was $47,510.83. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Construction of the existing project was commenced in February 1931 and completed in February 1932. The controlling depth in Nansemond River, as ascertained in July 1951, was 12 feet and in the Western Branch, as ascertained in March 1932, was 10 feet. Depths are referred to mean low water. The head of navigation for boat traffic is at the junction of Smiths and Cahoons Creek, which form the Nansemond River, 19 miles above the month. Navigation is practicable throughout the year. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $352,- 399.91, of which $137,477.11 was new work and $214,922.80 for maintenance. The total expenditure was $343,421.99. Proposed operations.-Theunexpended balance on June 30, 1952, in the amount of $10,242.90 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable.......------------------------------------------ $100. 00 Unallocated --------------------------------------------- 10, 142. 90 Total --------------- ---------------------------- 10, 242. 90 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--------------.... __..--------------------- ---------------------- $167,477.11 Cost---------------................ -----------............ ------.................-------.....---------.........----...------------............ 167, 477.11 Expenditures-------......... ------------............-----------............----.........-------..........----------------.......... 167, 477.11 Maintenance: Appropriated------.......--.. ------------- $10, 000 $211, 882.10 -$52,838.14 ............ 223,187. 78 Cost----- ----------...... _10, -- - 000 2, 743.96 126, 636. 41 $28, 398.61 221,922. 80 Expenditures ....-------------------- 10, 000 2, 743. 96 98, 546. 27 47, 510. 83 212, 944. 88 8. WILLOUGHBY CHANNEL, VA. Location.-This channel is located in Hampton Roads and extends from deep water in Hampton Roads to the entrance to Willoughby Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 400 and 1222.) Existing project.-This provides for dredging a channel 10 feet deep at mean low water, over a bottom width of 300 feet, from deep water in Hampton Roads to a point opposite the extreme tip of Wil- loughby Spit, a distance of approximately 8,400 feet. Under ordinary conditions the mean tidal range is 2.7 feet and the extremes -2 and +9.5 feet. The cost for new work for the completed project was $8,500. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $500. 436 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930 (H. Doc. 507, 70th Cong., 2d sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-Thereis a ferry wharf, owned by the Virginia Department of Highways and used by its ferries operating between Willoughby Spit and Old Point Comfort, and a private yacht basin on this project. The yacht basin has facilities for berthing, supplies, and engine repairs open to the public at nominal charges. The facili- ties have connections to a State highway and are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.---Miscellaneous office com- putations in connection with a proposed maintenance condition survey were made during the year at a cost of $166.96. The expenditure was $59.25. Condition at the end of fiscal year.--The existing project was con- structed in June 1931. The controlling depth as ascertained in June 1952 was 8.9 feet at mean low water. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $25,767.23, of which $8,500 was for new work and $17,267.23, for maintenance. The total expenditure was $25,659.52. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952 in the amount of $2,440.75 will be reserved for payments to accounts payable in the amount of $107.71 and to unliquidated obligations in an amount of $254.89 in connection with a condition survey made during fiscal year 1952. The balance of $2,078.15 is unallocated. No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated............------------------------..------------------------......------------8, 500. 0 Cost...------...-------------- ---------------...... ------.-..-----------........----------. 8, 500.00 Expenditures ... ...------------ ...------------ ------------ ....... ...------------------------. 8, 500. 00 Maintenance: Appropriated--------......... $1, 500. 00 ------- ------------------------ $2, 500. 00 19, 600. 27 Cost----------------- 633. 41 $866. 59 _----------------------- 166. 96 17, 267. 23 Expenditures--------......... 633. 41 866. 59 ----------------.-------. 59. 25 17, 159. 52 9. NEWPORT NEWS CREEK, VA. Location.-Newport News Creek, Va., is located on the southern end of the peninsula between the James and York Rivers and within the corporate limits of the city of Newport News. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart Nos. 400 and 1222.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water with widths varying from 200 to 60 feet from deep water in Hampton Roads to and through the municipal boat harbor en- trance, thence 12 feet deep at mean low water and 150 feet wide to and including a turning basin and anchorage of the same depth 220 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 437 . feet wide and 400 feet long in the upper end of the harbor. The mean tidal range is 2.7 feet and the extremes 2.1 and 3 feet respectively. The extremes of irregular fluctuations due to combined wind and tides referred to mean low water, are -2 feet and + 9.5 feet. The cost for new work, for the completed project was $135,600. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $7,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of July 24,1946 (H. Doc. 559, 79th Cong., 2d sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.--Fully complied with as to initial construction. Local interests are required to simultaneously dredge certain areas adjacent to the project during periods of future maintenance. Terminal facilities.--There are 4,210 linear feet of steel and wood bulkhead, two marine railways which can accommodate vessels up to 85 feet in length, one ferry terminal and one wooden pier 400 feet long on Newport News Creek. The city of Newport News maintains 400 feet of bulkhead and the pier open to the public without charge and operates a pleasure boat marina with 18 finger piers at which a nominal wharfage fee is charged. The remaining facilities are pri- vately owned or are leased by the city to private firms. These facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results during fisoal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Constructionof the existing project was commenced in January 1948 and completed in April 1948. The controlling depths at mean low water are as follows: Controlling depths Mid- Name of channel Left channel Right Date determined outside for half outside quarter project quarter (feet) width (feet) (feet) Entrance channel -----.......-. .-- . ----- - 12.0 12. 0 11.8 April 1950. Newport News Creek- - - 12. 0 12. 0 11. 5 Do. Turning Basin------ ....... ------------------------ 12.0 11. 1 12.0 Do. The head of navigation for boat traffic is the upstream end of the turning basin at the head of the project. Navigation is practicable throughout the year. The total cost and expenditure of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $140,353.88, of which $135,600 was for new work and $4,753.88 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-The allotment of $2,500 for fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition survey, with Government plant and hired labor, 0.5 month, October 1952---------------------------------$2, 500. 00 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. 438 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and nancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total tQ June 30, 1952, includ- fpscal years ,ig 1948 1949 1950 * 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---------......... $145, 000 -$9, 400 .......------------------------------- $135, 600. 00 Cost...............-------------.135, 600 ----..........---------.....------....------------....... ------------ 135, 600.00. Expenditures---------......... 135, 600 ............-----------------------...............................-- 135,600.00 Maintenance: Appropriated --------------------- 2,000 $4, 00 -$1, 246.12 ------------- 4, 753. 88 Cost_- ------------- ------------ 2, 000 2,753.88 -----------........------------ 4, 753. 88 Expenditures--------------------............ 2,000 2, 753. 88 ....-------------------------- 4, 753. 88 10. OHANNEL TO NEWPORT NEWS, VA. Location.--This channel lies to the west of the north entrance to Norfolk Harbor Channel and connects deep water in James River with Hampton Roads. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 400.) Previous projects.--Adopted June 13, 1902. For further details, see page 1797 of annual report for 1915, and page 459 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for dredging a channel 40 feet deep at mean low water, 600 feet wide, increased to 1,000 feet at the ends, and 31/4 miles long through the shoal north of Middle Ground Light. Under ordinary conditions the mean tidal range is 2.7 feet and the extremes 2.1 and 3 feet. The extremes of irregular fluctuations due to combined wind and tides, referred to mean low water, are -2 feet and + 9.5 feet. The cost for the new work, for the completed project, was $1,252,262, exclusive of amount expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $12,700. The existing project was authorized by the following river and. harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 25, 1910 Channel 35 feet deep and 400 feet wide..,.----------- H. Doc. 550, 61st Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 8,1917 Channel 35 feet deep and 600 feet wide................ H. Doc. 605, 63d Cong., 2d sess. (Contains latest published map.) Jan. 21, 1927 ------ H. Doe. 486, 67th Cong., 4th sess. Existing project dimensions-------------...................--....... Local cooperation.--None required. Terminal facilities.-There are four piers at Newport News, which are the property of the city, and which are open to general public use on equal terms. All of the other piers and wharves served by this improvement are owned by private corporations or companies. The principal terminal and transfer facilities are those of the Chesa- peake & Ohio Railway Co. and the Newport News Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co. There are also at Newport News a wharf used by steamers of the Eastern Steamship Co. and a small boat harbor. The facilities are considered adequate for present commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.--A maintenance condi- RIVERS AND HARBORS--NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 439 tion survey, with Governmrent plant and hired labor, was made during the year at a cost of $1,900.92. Maintenance revisions and adjustments to a raydist hyperbolic con- trol system, with Government plant and hired labor, were made during the year at a cost of $16.59. The total cost and expenditure of the work was $1,917.51, all for :maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.--Construction of the existing proj- ect was commenced in March 1929 and continued intermittently to June 1931 when the work was completed. The controlling depth as ascertained in December 1951 was 40 feet in midchannel and 40 feet along the edges. Depths are referred to mean low water. The total cost and expenditure of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $1,558,712.05, of which $1,252,261.99 was for new work and $306,450.06, for maintenance. Proposed operations.--The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952 in the amount of $1,582.49 plus an allotment of $1,500 for fiscal year 1953, a total of $3,082.49, will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition survey, with Government plant and hired labor, 0.5 month January 1953,--------.. --- ----------- , $3, 082. 49 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1961 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated------- . ........... .....------------------- -- --------------------------- $1, 477. 261.99 Cost ------------------.................. ------------ ----- ---------- ------------ ---- 1, 477, 261.99 Expenditures-------------------------- ...............................------.... 1,47 21.99 Maintenance: Appropriated..------......-- $2,500.00 $7,259.80 $4,000.00 --$3, 45. 08 $3, 500.000 320, 52.55 Cost----------------- 78. 96 9, 628. 55 415. 26 201.96 1,917. 51 318, 960.0 Expenditures--------......... 78. 96 9, 628. 55 415. 26 201. 95 1, 917. 51 318,940.06 11. NORFOLK HARBOR, VA. Location.--Norfolk, Va., is 187 miles south of Baltimore, Md., and 30 miles from the entrance to Chesapeake Bay at Cape Charles and Cape Henry. The harbor extends from the 40-foot contour in Hampton Roads to a point 2,500 feet above the Norfolk & Western Railway bridge over the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River, a distance of 16.03 miles. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 400 and 452.) Previous projects.--Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of Au- gust 14, 1876; July 5, 1884; modified June 30, 1885; and by River and Harbor Acts of September 19, 1890; June 3, 1896; July 7, 1898; June 13, 1902; March 3, 1905; and March 2, 1907. For further details see page 1795 of annual report for 1915, and page 454 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a main channel 40 feet deep, 750 feet wide, from Hampton Roads to the mouth of Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River, and 450 feet wide up this branch to the Belt 440 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Line Railroad bridge, a total distance of 13.2 miles, including an approach and turning area to the same depth over a maximum width of 830 feet opposite the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, extending down- stream 3,250 feet from the Belt Line Railroad bridge; thence 35 feet deep, 375 feet wide and 1.0 mile long to the Virginian Railway bridge; thence 35 feet deep, 250 feet wide, and 3.1 miles long to a point 1,900 feet above the Norfolk & Western Railway bridge, with adequate widening of the channel at the bends, a turning basin 35 feet deep and 600 feet by 600 feet at the upstream end, making a total distance of 17.3 miles; a channel in the Eastern Branch, 25 feet deep, 500 feet wide, and 1.09 miles long, from the 40-foot channel at the mouth to the Norfolk & Western Railway bridge, including within its limits, for a distance about 1,000 feet above the mouth, a chan- nel 30 feet deep and 300 feet wide to a point opposite the terminal of the Imperial Tobacco Co. in Berkeley; thence 25 feet deep, 300 feet wide, and 0.55 mile long, to the Campostella Bridge; thence 25 feet deep, 200 feet wide, and 1.20 miles long to the Virginian Railway bridge; and for maintenance at a depth of 25 feet of the existing turning basin approximately 51/ acres in extent at the, head of the existing project just below the Virginian Railway bridge; a channel in the Western Branch, between: the 40-foot channel at the mouth and a point about 3,000 feet above the West Norfolk Highway Bridge, a distance of about 1.72 miles; 24 feet deep, 300 feet wide, 0.78 mile, and 200 feet wide, 0.37 mile to the bridge; thence 18 feet deep, 150 feet wide, 0.57 mile; a channel in Scotts Creek be- tween the 40-foot channel at the mouth and a point 100 feet above the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad bridge (about 0.73 mile upstream), 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide; anchorage areas on the west side of the 40-foot channel opposite Lambert Point and south of Craney Island aggregating 171 acres, consisting of: One anchorage space 1,200 by 2,400 by 30 feet deep; one anchorage divided into two spaces, each 1,200 by 1,200 by 22 feet deep; one space 900 by 1,900 by 16 feet deep; and another anchorage of 45 acres, 12 feet deep, near Pinner Point; and a trapezoidal-shaped disposal area of about 2,500 acres of flats adjacent to and north of Craney Island, enclosed by stone- faced levees of sand pumped from existing deposits adjacent to and within the disposal area, three sluiceways in the westerly levee, two rehandling basins, each 200 by 800 feet, 40 feet deep, spaced 500 feet apart, an approach and exit area 3,800 feet long, 600 feet wide, and 28 feet deep connecting the rehandling basins with the 40-foot channel. All depths are referred to mean low water. The mean tidal range is 2.7 feet and the extreme 3 feet. The extremes of irregular fluctuations, due to combined effect of tides and wind, referred to mean low water, are -2 feet and +9.62 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, exclusive of RIVERS AND HARBORS-NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 441 amounts expended on previous projects, is $16,034,700. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $943,500. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work on Craney Island disposal area, consisting of subsurface investigations, engineer- ing studies, designs and drawings for the definite project report, with Government plant and hired labor, in progress at the beginning of the fiscal year was continued intermittently to the end of the year. The cost of the work was $4,324.10. Maintenance dredging in Norfolk Harbor 40-foot channel, with the United States hopper dredge Comber, was-commenced September 16, 1951, and continued intermittently to the end of the fiscal year. There were removed 1,346,063 cubic yards of material, credited place measurement. The cost of the work was $286,699.05. Preliminary engineering for maintenance dredging, consisting of surveys, preparation of plans and specifications, etc., with Govern- ment plant and hired labor, was accomplished during the year at a cost of $13,664.81. Maintenance condition surveys, with Government plant and hired labor, were made during the year at a cost of $8,877.74. Maintenance revisions and adjustments to a raydist hyperbolic control system, with Government plant and hired labor, were made during the year at a cost of $1,592.26. Maintenance of the dredging range beacons on Norfolk Harbor 40-foot channel, consisting of inspections, repairs, checking lights, batteries, etc., was accomplished during the year at a cost of $171.94 The total cost of the work was $315,329.90, of which $4,324.10 was for new work and $311,005.80 for maintenance. The total expendi- ture was $318,709.54. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 49 percent complete at the end of the fiscal year. Construction of the 40-foot channel from Hampton Roads to the Belt Line Railroad bridge was commenced in July 1917, and continued intermittently to May 1931, when the work was completed. Construction of the Southern Branch 35-foot channel was commmenced in May 1950 and completed in March 1951, except for dredging at the Norfolk-Portsmouth Belt Line bridge. Construction of the Eastern Branch 25-foot channel was commenced in February 1928, and completed in June 1928. A modification to widen a portion of this channel was commenced in August 1948 and completed in September 1950. Construction of the Western Branch 24-foot channel was completed in 1914. Construc- tion of the Western Branch 18-foot channel was commenced in April 1931, and completed in May 1931. Construction of Scotts Creek was commenced in September 1931, and completed in December 1931. Construction of Pinner Point anchorage was completed in 1939. Construction of the Craney Island 30-foot anchorage was commenced 442 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 in January 1931, and completed in May 1931. The controlling depths at mean low water are as follows: Controlling depths Mid- Name of channel Left channel Right Date determined outside for half outside quarter project quarter (feet) width (feet) (feet) 40-foot channel: Hampton Roads to junction of branches-.- 38. 5 39. 0 37. 7 March 1952. Junction of branches to Belt Line R. R. 40. 0 40.0 40.0 May 1951. bridge. Southern Branch, Belt Line R. R. bridge to 35. 0 35. 0 35. 0 April 1951. point 2,500 feet above Norfolk & Western Ry. bridge. Eastern Branch: Junction of branches to Norfolk & Western 25. 0 25. 0 25. 0 May 1951. Ry. bridge. Norfolk & Western Ry. bridge to Virginian 24. 5 24.2 24. 4 Do. Ry. bridge. Western Branch: Mouth to West Norfolk highway bridge - -.... 13. 9 15. 7 16. 6 January 1949, West Norfolk highway bridge to point 3,000 18:0 18.0 18.0 Do. feet upstream. Scotts Creek..------------------------------ 6. 9 7.4 7. 9 December 1948. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of dredging a channel 30 feet deep and 300 feet wide in the Eastern Branch between the 40-foot channel at the mouth and a point opposite the terminal of the Imperial Tobacco Co., a distance of about 1,000 feet; completion of dredging three additional anchorage basins south of the present Craney Island 30-foot anchorage (two anchorage spaces, each, 1,200 by 1,200 feet to a depth of 22 feet, and one anchorage space, 900 by 1,900 feet to a depth of 16 feet) ; construction of a trape- zoidal-shaped disposal area of about 2,500 acres on the flats adjacent to and north of Craney Island, including sluiceways, rehandling basins, approach and exit areas, etc.; and dredging at the Norfolk- Portsmouth Belt Line bridge where the present structure is replaced by a new bridge under the Truman-Hobbs Act. Depths are referred to mean low water. The total cost and expenditure of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $14,265,528.55, of which $7,790,088.65 was regular funds and $49,978.50, Emergency Relief funds, a total of $7,840,067.15 for new work; and $6,425,461.40 regular funds for maintenance. The expen- ditures were $14,194,993.98 regular funds and $49,978.50 Emergency Relief funds, a total of $14,244,972.48. The sum of $23,935.71 was expended from contributed funds for new work. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: RIVERS AND I-ARBORS-NORFOLIt, VA., DISTRICT 443 Acts Work authorized Documents HAMPTON ROADS AND ELIZABETH RIVER Mar. 2, 1907 A channel 30 feet deep to the navy yard.............. H. Doc. 381, 59th Cong., 1st sess. June 25, 1910 Depth of 35 feet to the navy yard__ ................. H. Doe. 561, 61st Cong., 2d seas. Aug. 8,1917 Depth of 40 feet and width of 750 feet to the mouth H. Doc. 140, 65th Cong., 1st sess. of the Southern Branch. SOUTHERN BRANCH June 25,1910 For a channel with depths of 22 and 25 feet .-----...... H. Doc. 551, 61st Cong., 2d sees. Aug. 8,1917 Depth of 40 feet and width of 450 feet from the mouth H. Doc. 140, 65th Cong., 1st sess. to the Belt Line R. R. bridge. Mar. 3,1925 Channel 30 feet deep and 375 feet wide to the Vir- H. Doc. 226, 68th Cong., 1st sess. ginian Ry. bridge, thence 25 feet deep and gener- ally 200 feet wide to the Norfolk & Western Ry. bridge. Aug. 30,1935 2 Depth of 25 1e6tand width of 200 feet from the Nor- H. Doc. 182, 73d Cong., 2d sees. folk & Western Ry. bridge to a point 2,500 feet above, with a turning basin 500 feet square. June 30, 1948 Approach and turning area 40 feet deep and a maxi- H. Doc. 545, 80th Cong., 2d sess. mum width of 830 feet opposite Norfolk Naval Shipyard, thence a channel 35 feet deep and 375 and 250 feet wide to a point 1,900 feet above the Norfolk & Western Ry. bridge and a turning basin 35 feet deep and 600 feet by 600 feet at the upstream end. EASTERN BRANCH July Improvement of the Eastern Branch ...........-..-. 5, 1884 Annual Report, 1885, p. 1015. Mar. Width of 500 feet and depths of 25 feet and 22 feet..... 2, 1907 H. Doc. 373, 59th Cong., 1st sess. Do --....--Removal of shoals at the mouth______... _ --....... Specified in act. Mar. 3,1925 Depth of 25 feet and width of 200 feet from the Nor- H. Doc. 226, 68th Cong., 1st sess. folk & Western Ry. bridge to the Virginian Ry. bridge. July 3, 1930 The 30-foot channel to a point opposite the terminal H. Doe. 37, 71st Cong., 1st sess. of the Imperial Tobacco Co. in Berkley. Mar. 2, 1945 Depth of 25 feet and width of 300 feet from the Nor- H. Doc. 224, 76th Cong., 1st sess.. folk & Western Ry. bridge to the Campostella bridge. WESTERN BRANCH Mar. 4,1913 Channel with depth of 24 feet and widths of 300 and H. Doc. 566, 62d Cong., 2d sess. 200 feet to the West Norfolk highway bridge. t July 3,1930 For the 18-foot channel to a point about 3,000 feet H. Doe. 265, 70th Cong., 1st sess. above the West Norfolk highway bridge. SCOTTS CREEK Do...... For the existing project dimensions-----............-------.......-- H. Doc. 180, 70th Cong., l6t sess. ANCHORAGES June 25,1910 A 30-foot anchorage at Lambert Point .......- H. Doc. 551, 61st Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 8,1917 A 12-foot anchorage at Pinner Point and 35-foot H. Doc. 605, 63d Cong., 2d sess. anchorage opposite Lambert Point. July 3,1930 Existing project dimensions of anchorage opposite H. Doe. 143, 70th Cong., 1st sess. Lambert Point and elimination of the 35-foot anchorage authorized by the act of Aug. 8, 1917. Oct. 17,1940 Extension of present 30-foot anchorage to afford 2 H. Doc. 683, 76th Cong., 3d sess. anchorage spaces 22 feet deep and 1 anchorage space 16 feet deep. DISPOSAL AREA 1 July 24,1946 A trapezoidal-shaped area of about 2,500 acres of flats H. Doc. 563, 79th Cong., 2d sess. adjacent to and north of Craney Island, including sluiceways, rehandling basins and approach and exit areas. 1 Contains latest published maps. 2 Included in the Emergency Relief program, May 28, 1935. 444 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930, in adopting the project for a channel in the Eastern Branch, 30 feet deep and 300 feet wide, extending from the 40-foot channel to a point opposite the terminal of the Imperial Tobacco Co., imposed the con- dition that local interests give assurance satisfactory to the Secretary of War and the Chief of Engineers that they will provide and main- tain, without cost to the United States, a branch channel of equal depth to the tobacco terminal. This condition has not been complied with. All prior requirements and conditions imposed by the River and Harbor Acts of August 30, 1935, October 17, 1940, July 24, 1946 and June 30, 1948, have been complied with. Terminal facilities.-The terminal facilities within the limits of this improvement include about 227 wharves, piers, etc., with an aggregate length available for wharfage purposes of about 32 miles. It is considered that the facilities are adequate for the present com- merce of the port. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952 for maintenance in the amount of $50,296.40, plus accounts receivable in the amount of $3,379.64, plus allotments for the fiscal year 1953 of $35,000 for new work and $381,711.02 for maintenance, a total of $470,387.06 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------------------------------ $0. 00 New work : Advance planning, consisting of completion of the definite project report, with Government plant and hired labor, inter- mittently July 1952-June 1953__-- ----- ---- __-- 3--- 000. 00 35, Maintenance : Dredging, with a United States hopper dredge, in Norfolk Harbor 40-foot channel, 2.5 months, July 1952 and Jan-Feb 1953---- --------------- $264, 000. 00 Dredging, by contract, in Eastern Branch of the Elizabeth River, 25-foot channel, 1 month, Feb- ruary 1953--------------------------------90, 000. 00 Preliminary engineering, for dredging, consisting of surveys, preparation of plans and specifications, etc., with Government -plant and hired labor, 2 months, November-December 1952------------ 15, 000. 00 Condition surveys, miscellaneous investigation of complaints, etc., with Government plant and hired labor, intermittently, July 1952-June 1953__ 29, 625. 53 Restoration of horizontal and vertical control, revisions, adjustments, and expansion to raydist hyperbolic control system, preparation of con- trol maps, etc., with Government plant and hired labor, intermittently, July 1952-June 1953 _-- - 10, 861. 53 Miscellaneous inspection and reports, with Govern- ment plant and hired labor, intermittently July 1952-June 1953 ____ ____ 18, 900. 00 Miscellaneous water level studies, tide gaging, etc., with Government plant and hired labor, inter- mittently, July 1952-June 1953 _____--- --- 5, 000. 00 Maintenance and repairs to fixed dredging ranges, with Government plant and hired labor when and as needed------------------------------ 2, 000.00 Total for maintenance________-____-___________ 435, 387. 06 Total for all work__ -------------------------------- 470, 387. 06 RIVERS AND HARBORS---NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT AAA The additional sums of $1,000,000 for new work and $320,500 for maintenance can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: New work : Initiate construction on Craney Island disposal area: Contract: retaining levees------------------- $759, 200 Hired labor : Land acquisition ------------------------ 17, 500 Purchase of private rights to oyster ground leases------------------------------ 136, 500 Engineering (plans and specifications) _----- 86,800 $1, 000, 000 Maintenance: Dredging in Norfolk Harbor 40-foot channel, with a United States hopper dredge, 2.5 months, March- May 1954--------- ------------------------- 242, 000 Preliminary engineering for dredging, consisting of surveys, preparation of plans and specifications, etc., with Government plant and hired labor, 1 month, January 1954-------------------------- 8, 000 Condition surveys, miscellaneous investigation of complaints, etc., with Government plant and hired labor, intermittently, July 1953-June 1954 34, 000 --------- Revisions, adjustments and expansion to raydist hyperbolic control system, with Government plant and hired labor, intermittently July 1953-June 1954_ 6, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports, with Govern- ment plant and hired labor, intermittently, July 1953-June 1954_-- --------- ___ -22, 500 Maintenance of tide gage structure and dredging range structures, and compilation of tidal data, with Government plant and hired labor, inter- mittently July 1953-June 1954------------------ 8, 000 320, 500 Total for all work ----------------- ------------ 1, 320, 500 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to Juno . 30, 1952 includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated.--.....$18,000.00 $128, 000.00 $554,123.41 $767,000.00-$131,834.54 $10, 377, 35. 71 Cost---......... - -_9, 039.55 82, 591. 13 273, 521.48 965, 812. 61 4,324.10 110, 377, 835. 71 Expenditures --------- 9, 039. 55 67,173.01 66, 553. 29 1,188,198.92 4,324.10 1 10,377,835. 71 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... 530,000.00 334, 780.93 130, 000.00 290, 043.64 344, 552. 61 6, 551,176.71 Cost--------------.... .. 597, 853. 10 255, 219. 50 204, 894. 14 284, 570. 77 311,005. 80 6, 497, 500. 67 Expenditures-......... 597, 853. 10 206, 218. 96 253, 894. 68 284, 570. 77 314,385.44 6, 500, 880. 31 Other new work data: Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953------------- $35, 000 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 ----------- - 35, 000 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project--- ---------------------- 8,183, 569 1In addition, $23,935.71 expended from contributed funds for new work, 245554-53-vol. 1-20 446 REPORT OF CHIEF-OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 12. HAMPTON ROADS AND THE HARBORS OF NORFOLK AND NEWPORT NEWS, VA.-COLLECTION AND REMOVAL OF DRIFT Location.-Hampton Roads is a natural harbor located 300 miles south of New York and 180 miles south of Washington, D. C. Its principal tributaries are James River, affording a natural deep harbor at Newport News, Va.; the Elizabeth River, with its Southern, East- ern and Western Branches, providing harbors for Norfolk and Ports- mouth, Va.; and Hampton Creek serving the harbor at Hampton, Va. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 400 and 452.) Ewisting project.-This provides for the collection and removal of drift in Hampton Roads and its tributary waters and authorizes the Secretary of the Army to allot such amounts as may be necessary for the work from appropriations for the maintenance and improve- ment of existing river and harbor works or from other available appropriations, and that this work shall be carried on as a separate and distinct project. It is wholly a work of maintenance. The purpose of the work is to afford relief from variable conditions of obstruction, and no advance estimate of the amount of work required and its proper cost can be made. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, as specified in the act. Termnial facilities.-For a description of the terminal facilities on this project see this heading under "Norfolk Harbor" and "Channel to Newport News, Va." Operationsand results during fiscal year.-Maintenanceoperations, consisting of collection and disposal of drift material in the harbors of Norfolk and Newport News, Va. and their tributaries, with Gov- ernment plant and hired labor, was carried on during the year at a cost of $17,108.65. The expenditure was $17,988.72. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is one of continuous maintenance for which no percentage of completion exists. Operations under the existing project were commenced July 1, 1950. Costs and expenditures for the removal of drift previous to that time were carried under the project "Norfolk Harbor, Va." The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $31,683.50, all for maintenance. The total expenditure was $32,503.57. Proposed operations.-Theunexpended balance on June 30,1952, in the amount of $2,496.43 plus accounts receivable in the amount of $920.07 plus an allotment of $11,683.50 for fiscal year 1953, a total of $15,100, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952-------------------------------$100 Maintenance: Operation of plant for collection and removal of drift material, with Government plant and hired labor, 12 months, July 1952- June 1953.--------------------------------------------15, 000 Total for all work--------------- ----------- - 15,100 RIVERS AND HARBORS---NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 447 The additional sum of $20,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Operation of plant for collection and removal of drift material, with Government plant and hired labor, 12 months, July 1953- June 1954 ------------------------ ------------- $20, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated- ......- - ............-............ $20,000.00 $15,000.00 $35,000.00 Cost-----------------................-------------------............ -------- 14,514.85 17,168.65 31,683.50 Expenditures----------...................--------------- ............14,514.85 17,988.72 32,503.57 13. ATLANTIC INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY BETWEEN NORFOLK, VA., AND THE STI. JOHNS RIVER; FLA. (NORFOLK DISTRICT) Location.-The improvement described herein consists of two inland water routes approximately paralleling the Atlantic coast south of Norfolk, Va., and located (1) between a point in the Southern Branich of Elizabeth River, Va., 2,500 feet above the Norfolk & Western Railway bridge and the Virginia-North Carolina State line in North Landing River, a distance of 27.2 miles, and (2) between the mouth of Deep Creek, Va., and the mouth of Pasquotank River, N. C., a distance of 64.6 miles. These routes are shown on United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 452, 1227, 829, and 830. Previous projects.-Partialprojects were adopted by River and Harbors Acts of March 3, 1873, June 18, 1878, March 3, 1879, June 14, 1880, March 3, 1881, and September 19, 1890. For further details see page 497, annual report for 1932, and page 476, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water and 90 feet to 250 feet wide following the South- ern Branch of Elizabeth River, 5.2 miles, the Virginia Land Cut 8.3 miles, and North Landing River, 13.7 miles; the construction of a tidal guard lock at Great Bridge, Va.; and for the protection of the canal property in the vicinity of the lock against flooding by storm tides through construction of necessary dikes and appurtenant works. It also provides for channels 10 feet deep at mean low water and 80 feet to 100 feet wide in Deep Creek, 3.1 miles, Turners Cut, 4.3 miles, and Pasquotank River, 35.1 miles; maintaining Dismal Swamp Canal, 22.1 miles, to a depth of about 9 feet mean canal level over a width of 50 feet; the protection of banks in Turners Cut with sheet piling, and cutting certain sharp points in Pasquotank River to shorten its course. 448 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Data relative to the completed locks included in the project Dimensions Depth on miter sills Miles Great- Year from est Character of opened Actual Nor- Location Width length foundation to navi- cost folk, of avail- Lift Upper Lower gation Va. cham- able (feet) (feet) (feet) ber for full (feet) width (feet) 12. 4 Albermarle and Ches- 75 600 2. 7 (1) (1) Piles in sand 1932 $499, 913.00 apeake Canal and shells. (Great Bridge, Va.) 10. 7 Dismal Swamp Ca- 52 300 12 12 12 Natural earth 1940 348,878. 83 nal (Deep Creek, with cut-oft Va.) walls. 33. 1 Dismal Swamp Ca- 52 300 12 12 ......... 13 ..... do-------- 1941 372, 556.40 nal (South Mills, N. C.) 116 feet at mean low water. The Southern Branch of Elizabeth River and the Deep Creek sections of the two routes are tidal, the mean range being about 2,7 feet with extreme of -2 and + 9.6 feet. The remaining sections are nontidal with fluctuations of 1 to 2 feet in level due to winds. The estimate of cost for new work, made in 1950, was $3,435,300. The latest (1952) approved estimate of cost for annual maintenance was $544,300, including $405,500 for operating and care. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1899 Existing project dimensions and original route, water- H. Doc. 317, 54th Cong., 1st sess. way from Norfolk, Va., to sounds of North Carolina. and annual report 1896, p. 1086; H. Doc. 131, 55th Cong., 3d sess., and annual report, 1899, p. 1485. July 25,1912 Original route of the Norfolk-Beaufort Inlet section...--- H. Doc. 391, 62d Cong., 2d sess. Do-.......Purchase of Cheaspeake & Albemarle Co. canal-....... H. Doc. 589, 62d Cong., 2d sess. Mar. 3,1925 Purchase of Lake Drummond Canal (Dismal Swamp Rivers and Harbors Committee Canal). Doc. 5, 67th Cong., 2d sess. July 3, 1930 Construction of a tidal lock at Great Bridge at a limit S. Doc. 23, 71st Cong., 1st sess.t of cost not to exceed $500,000. June26, 1934s Operating and care of the works of improvement pro- vided for with funds from War Department appro- priations for rivers and harbors. Mar. 2,1945 Construction of dikes for protection of canal property H. Doc. 117, 76th Cong., 1st sess. against flood tides. ' Contains latest published map, both routes. 2 Permanent Appropriations Repeal Act. Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-Terminal facilities serving the two water routes at the northern terminus are described in the report for Norfolk Harbor, Va. South of Norfolk there are 3 piers, 15 wharves, 6 land- ings, 5 marine railways, and 3 bulkheads serving these routes. The RIVERS AND HARBORS-NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 449 landings are publicly owned and are open to the public without charge. The remaining facilities are privately owned and are open to the public at a nominal charge. These facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.--Replacement of the North Landing Bridge, by contract, with a new double-leaf horizon- tal swing bridge in progress at the beginning of the fiscal year was continued to October 15, 1951 when the work was completed. The cost of the work was $106,632.81. Consulting engineer services to the contract for replacement of the North Landing Bridge were completed during the year at a cost of $2,197.11. Maintenance dredging, by contract, in Lower North Landing River and in the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River, was commenced June 23, 1952, and continued to the end of the fiscal year. There were removed 84,000 cubic yards of material, place measurement. The cost of the work was $16,212.22. The contract is approximately 34 percent complete. Maintenance snagging and bank trimming, with the United States derrick boat Roanoke, were commenced September 1, 1951, and con- tinued intermittently to the end of the fiscal year when the work was completed. The cost of the work was $45,954.84. Preliminary engineering for maintenance dredging, consisting of surveys, investigation of disposal areas, preparation of plans and specifications, etc., with Government plant and hired labor, was accom- plished during the year at a cost of $4,862. Maintenance condition surveys, with Government plant and hired labor, were made during the year at a cost of $3,351.70. Replacement of explanatory and directional signs along the water- ways, with Government plant and hired labor, was made during the year at a cost of $3,467.21. Miscellaneous studies, tide gaging, water level and salinity studies, etc., with Government plant and hired labor were made during the year at a cost of $8,284.30. Maintenance development of a raydist hyperbolic control system and working maps for the waterways, with Government plant and hired labor, was carried on during the year at a cost of $3,228.83. Operation and care of the locks, bridges, spillways, wharves, canal plant, grounds, roads, etc., was carried on during the year as required. The cost of the work was $160,081.98 for operation and $63,767.36 for ordinary maintenance and repairs, a total of $223,849.34. The total cost of the work was $418,040.36, of which $194,191.02 was for maintenance and $223,849.34 for operation and care. The total expenditure was $424,158.92. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 99 percent complete at the end of the fiscal year. Construction of the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River and North Landing River portions of the project was commenced in 1915 and continued intermittently to May 1920, when the work was completed. The Albemarle & Chesapeake Canal was acquired by the United States 450 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 from the Albermarle & Chesapeake Canal Co. on April 30, 1913, for $500,000. Construction of the Deep Creek, Turners Cut, and Pasquo- tank River portions of the project was commenced in August 1899, and continued intermittently to June 1902, when the work was com- pleted. The Dismal Swamp Canal was acquired by the United States from the Lake Drummond Canal and Water Co. on March 30, 1929, for $500,000. A tidal guard lock in the Albemarle & Chesapeake Canal at Great Bridge, Va., was completed in 1932. Locks at Deep Creek, Va., and South Mills, N. C., on the Dismal Swamp Canal were built in 1940 and 1941 respectively. (See table in paragraph "Existing project.") The locks are in good condition. The controlling depths at the end of the fiscal year are as follows: Controlling depths: 80 per- cent of project Name of channel width, 40 per- Date determined cent on either side of center line (feet) Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River, Va. 1 8.7 February 1952. Virginia Cut, Va -- _---..---------------.....---.-----2 12.0 July 1948. North Landing River, Va-- 10.0 January 1952. a----------------------- Deep Creek, Va- ------------------------------------------ 19. 8 January-April 1951. Dismal Swamp Canal------------------------------------- -8.9 March 1952. Turners Cut, N. OC ............................... . 681....8.9.44 May-June 1951. Pasquotank River, N. C----------...-...................... January-February 1947. 1Depths are referred to mean low water. s Depths are referred to Virginia Cut datum. =Depths are referred to North Landing River datum. 4 Depths are referred to canal datum. 5 Depths are referred to ordinary low water. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of protection to canal property in the vicinity of the lock at Great Bridge, Va., against flooding by storm tides, through construction of necessary dikes and appurtenant works. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $11,- 733,937.37, of which $3,396,276.30 (including $1,000,000 for the pur- chase of the Albemarle & Chesapeake Canal and the Dismal Swamp Canal) was for new work; $4,033,875.29 for maintenance; and $4,303,- 785.78 for operation and care. The total expenditure was $11,721,629.98. Proposed operations.-The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952, in the amount of $98,163.50 plus accounts receivable in the amount of $4,578.62 plus allotments of $30,477.19 for maintenance and $233,- 000 for operation and care for fiscal year 1953, a total of $366,219.31, will be applied as follows: RIVERS AND HARBORS--NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 451 Accounts payable June 30, 1952---------- -------------- $16, 886.01 Maintenance: Dredging, by contract, to complete contract in progress at beginning of fiscal year in Lower North Landing River and Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River, 0.7 month, J'uly 1952___ ---- __------------_$31, 650. 00 Snagging and bank trimming on Albemarle and Chesa- peake Canal route, with a United States derrick boat, 4 months, July-October 1952_.---.------- 20,000.00 Condition surveys on both waterways, with Govern- ment plant and hired labor, 2 months, November- December 1952 --------------------------- 11, 760. 00 Planning and developing a raydist hyperbolic control system and working maps for Lower North Landing River, intermittently July 1952-June 1953 _------ 6, 000. 00 Miscellaneous water level investigations, salinity stud- ies, maintenance of tide gages, etc., with Govern- ment plant and hired labor, intermittently, July 1952-June 1953-------------------------------- 5,939.09 Miscellaneous inspections and reports, with Govern- mnent plant and hired labor, intermittently July 1952-June 1953---- --------------------- ---- 2, 500. 00 Total maintenance------------------------------- 77, 849.09 Maintenance (operation and care) : Operation of locks, bridges, spillways, etc -------- $163, 000. 00 Ordinary maintenance and repairs .------ __------_108, 484.21 Total operation and care__-----------..........-----.... 271, 484. 21 Total for all work------------ ---------------------- 366,219.31 The additional sum of $434,500 for maintenance can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Snagging and bank trimming on both waterways, with a United States derrick boat, 10 months, October 1953- June 1954---- ------------------------ ------- $50, 000 Condition surveys on both waterways, with Government plant and hired labor, 2 months, November-December 1953 -------------------------------------- -10, 000 Miscellaneous water level investigations, salinity studies, and compilation of data, with Government plant and hired labor intermittently, July 1953-June 1954___,- 10,000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports, with Government plant and hired labor, intermittently, J'uly 1953-June 1954 ----------------------------------------- 2, 500 Total maintenance------------------------------------ $72, 500 Maintenance (operation and care) : Operation of locks, bridges, spillways, etc------------ $170,000 Ordinary maintenance and repairs--- ....... ------ 123, 000 Improvement and reconstruction--. __,,_----------...... 67, 000 Total maintenance (operation and care) ---------------------- 360, 000 Total for all work------- ------------------------------ 432, 500 452 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ........ -----.............-------------- -------------------- ---- ------- $3,688,371.95 Cost...---- --------------------------------------------------------- 3, 688,371.95 Expenditures...----- ------------------------------------------------ 3,688,371.95 Maintenance: Appropriated-------.....$463, 300.00 $471,344.68 $777, 350.00 $453, 456.31 $297, 432.00 8, 476, 321.53 Cost.....--------------. 461, 306. 85 496, 823. 22 469, 435. 42 604, 687. 88 418, 040. 36 8, 390, 465. 42 Expenditures-------.......-- 462, 541.55 498, 713.52 469, 435.42 586, 261.93 424, 158. 92 8, 378,158. 03 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project------------------- $39, 000 14. EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES (GENERAL) The total cost of the work during the fiscal year was $78,633.06. The total expenditure was $79,719.56. The unexpended balance for ex- aminations and surveys on June 30, 1952, in the amount of $1,485.31 plus accounts receivable in the amount of $831.03 plus an allotment of $9,300 for fiscal year 1953, a total of $11,616.34, will be applied during the year to payment of expenses to be incurred under this heading. The unexpended balance for contingencies on June 30, 1952, in the amount of $3,170.14 plus an allotment of $34,500 for fiscal year 1953, a total of $37,670.14, will be applied during the year to accounts payable in the amount of $166.57 and to payment of expenses to be incurred under this heading. The additional sum of $116,500 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954, df which $9,900 will be applied to examinations and surveys and $106,600 to contingencies. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated,........ $148, 349. 87 $210, 550. 00 $159, 690. 00 $112, 000.00 $48, 250.00 $1, 730,680. 96 Cost--.... ......------------.117, 434. 58 225, 434. 53 167, 916. 16 98, 626. 29 78, 633. 06 i 1, 725, 361.05 Expenditures----......... 117,434. 58 225, 434. 53 161, 420. 16 104, 700. 25 79, 719. 56 11, 726, 025. 51 In addition, $4,862.50 expended from contributed funds for beach erosion studies. 15. PLANT ALLOTMENT, NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June _ _.. . . .- 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated......... -$150,000.00 ............ ............ $4,629,552.19 -$39, 600. 79 $4, 747, 800. 98 Cost ........... . ........... Expenditures......... -74,095.96 $129, 592. 21 -$221,229.60 4,721,974.92 39, 490. 69 4, 520, 885. 77 RIVERS AND HARBORS-NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 453 16. INACTIVE NAVIGATION PROJECTS Cost and expenditures For last to June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project full report amount Name o project see Annual required to Reportfor- New work Mainte- complete nance 1. Onancock River, Va._---------------------_-----... 1951 $154, 364. 89 $75, 689. 11 (a) 2. Nandua Creek Va.1 ...... ........... . 1950 6, 987. 81 2, 987. 76 (3) 3. Occohannock Creek, Va.l ..........---------- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1951 13, 859. 14 36, 723. 48 $83, 600 4. Little Machipongo River, Va. 1950 15, 000. 00 12, 596. 44 (3) 5. Kings Creek, Va.= 1950 --------........ ......... 113, 300 6. Cape Charles City Harbor, Va.------------------ 1950 648, 381.02 80, 716. 38 192, 400 7. Winter Harbor, Va ..................-........... 1950-----------------------............ 221, 200 8. Davis Creek, Va.'.-----------------------------_.1950 ........................ 91, 700 9. Mattaponi River, Va. _____________--- ___ 1950 32, 586. 39 82, 078. 85 148, 900 10. Pamunkey River, Va._----- __-_________--------- 1951 31, 376. 44 154, 345. 55 32, 900 11. York River, Va.' . .------ __--.--------------------- 1941 180, 904. 20 173, 354. 65 128, 000 12. Portsmouth Harbor, Va. Channel to Nansemond Ordnance Depot 1-1_. .1947 165, 565. 50 66, 162. 32 (3) 13. Hampton Creek, Va. _..-------------------------- 1950 237, 205. 90 14, 128. 75 (3) 14. Channel from Phoebus, Va. to Deep Water in Hampton Roads 1__ -- -_-____--_________-____1944 411, 500.00 11, 750. 00 (3) 15. Deep Creek, Va..------...........---...........-----------------.... 1951 25, 637. 45 57,177. 98 185, 500 16. Lafayette River, Va. .'-------.....................------------------.... 1950 12, 048. 19 1, 000. 00 (3) 17. Knobbs Creek, Va.' __......... . _.._____ .... 1950 80, 500. 00 25, 000. 13 (8) 18. Blackwater River, Va.......-------- .........----------------1950 22, 044. 33 76, 455. 67 281, 600 19. Horn Harbor, Va-----------_____ ___ ------__- ----- 1950 11, 486. 79 21, 471. 60 (3) 20. Channel connecting York River, Va. with Black Creek to Slaight Wharf ___- _ . ......-.- - ..... ____-1950 14, 854. 71 19, 827. 93 (3) 21. Appomattox River, Va--- ....-.. _________- -____ 1950 847, 841. 39 530, 815. 23 334, 500 22. Pagan River, Va..---- .............--------------------..1950 30, 754. 48 256, 414. 22 (3) 1Channels adequate for commerce. s Construction funds not available. 3 Completed. 4 In addition, $1,199.57 expended from contributed funds. 17. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES btatus of all investigationsfor navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Aberdeen Creek, Gloucester River and Harbor Act, County, Va. July 24, 1946. Albemarle Sound and Pasquotank River and Harbor Act, ------------- River, side channel 12 feet deep Mar. 2, 1945. to Elizabeth City from Norfolk, Va., to Beaufort, N. C., Inland Waterway. Back Bay, Va., with a view to re- Senate Public Works Com- lieving inundation and improv- mittee resolution, June ing drainage conditions in those 9, 1948. portions of Princess Anne County. Back River, York County, Va., River and Harbor Act, - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- channel connecting Back River June 30, 1948. with Front Cove. Beaufort, N. C., to Norfolk, Va., River and Harbor Act, Inland Waterway, side channel Mar. 2, 1945. 12 feet deep to Elizabeth City, N. C., via Pasquotank River and Albemarle Sound. Bennetts Creek, York County, Va River and Harbor Act, June 30, 1948. Browns Bay, Gloucester County, River and Harbor Act, --------------- Va., and channel connecting Mar. 2, 1945. with Mobjack Bay. Chuckatuck Creek, Nansemond ----- do-- ....-------------- and Isle of Wight Counties, Va. Elizabeth City, N. C., side channel -.... -do-- .---------------- 12 feet deep to Elizabeth City from Norfolk, Va., to Beaufort N. C., Inland Waterway. 454 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor aots and committee resolutions--Continued Date trans- Document Recomn Locality Authorization act mitted to o mendo Congress No. mendation Elizabeth River, Eastern Branch, Senate Public Works Com- ---- ---- ---- Norfolk Harbor, Va. mittee resolution, June 10, 1947. Elizabeth River, Southern Branch Senate Public Works Com- ----- ----- Norfolk Harbor, Va., including mittee resolution, Mar. 4, Norfolk Creek. 1947. Finneys Creek, Accomack County, River and Harbor Act, ---- ---- ---- Va., and channel connecting said Mar. 2, 1945. creek with Wachapreague Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean. Front Cove to Back River, Va., River and Harbor Act, ---- ---- ---- channel conncting. June 30, 1948. Hampton Creek, Va----------_._.. House Public Works Com- --------------- mittee resolution, Apr. 5, 1949. Hopewell, Va., at or near with a River and Harbor Act, ------------- view to construction of a harbor July 24, 1946. for light draft vessels. tones Creek and Pagan River, Va_. House Public Works Com- --------------- mittee resolution, Sept. 27, 1951. Lafayette River, Va---------------- River and Harbor Com- ------------ mittee resolution, Mar. 2, 1939. Little Creek, Princess Anne River and Harbor Act, ---- ,---------, County, Va. Mar. 2, 1945. Lynnhaven Inlet and Bay and ---.....do---.....--------------- --------------- connecting waters, Va., with a view to preparing a plan of im- provement and estimate of cost, particularly to prevent shoaling, in the interest of shellfish produc- tion and navigation. Mobjack Bay, and channel con- ..... do..... ....--------------------------------- necting, Browns Bay, Gloucester County, Va. Nansemond River, Va., improve- River and Harbor Com- ------- ------ ment and maintenance of channel mittee resolution, July through Bennett Creek. 20, 1946. Newport News, Va., Salters Creek_ River and Harbor Act, ---- ---- ---- July 24, 1946. Norfolk Harbor, Va. Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution, June - - -- - - - - - - 17, 1949. ---- ---- ---- Norfolk Harbor, Va., including Senate Public Works Com- Norfolk Creek, Southern Branch mittee resolution, Mar. 4, --- --- --- -- of Elizabeth River. 1947. Norfolk Harbor, Va., Eastern Senate Public Works Com- Branch of Elizabeth River. mittee resolution, June --- --- --- -- 10, 1947. Norfolk Harborand Thimble Shoal Senate Public Works Com- Channel, with a view to increas- mittee resolution, Oct. ing project dimensions of main 14, 1949. channels serving the Port of Norfolk. Norfolk, Va., to Beaufort, N. C., River and Harbor Act, Inland Waterway, side channel Mar. 2, 1945. 12 feet deep to Elizabeth City, N. C., via Pasquotank River and Albemarle Sound. Norfolk, Va., to Beaufort Inlet, Senate Public Works Com- Inland Waterway with view to mittee resolution, June 9, relieving inundation and improv- 1948. ing drainage of farm lands in Princess Anne County along Back Bay and North Landing River, Va., and tributaries. North Landing River, Va., and tributaries, with a view to reliev- ing inundation and improving drainage conditions in those por- tions of Princess Anne County. Oyster, Va., to Atlantic Ocean, Senate Public Works Com- --------------- channel. mittee resolution, Nov. 8, 1948. Pagan River and Jones Creek, Va. House Public Works Com- --------------- mittee resolution, Sept. 27, 1951. RIVERS AND HARBORS-NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 455 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions--Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to Do. mendation Congress Pasquotank River and Albemarle River and Harbor Act, -...........-.- ....-.--.... Sound, side channel 12 feet deep Mar. 2, 1945. to Elizabeth City from Norfolk, Va., to Beaufort, N. C., Inland Waterway. Pasquotank River, N. C., water- River and Harbor Com- ..................... way from Norfolk, Va., to the mittee resolution, Jan. sounds of N. C. 27, 1937. Port of Norfolk, project dimensions Senate Public Works Com-.......... ........... of main channels serving the. mittee resolution, Oct. 14, 1949. Queens Creek, York County, Va., House Public Works Com- . ........... with a view to determining if mittee resolution, June improvement in interest of navi- 17, 1948. gation is advisable at this time. Salters Creek, Newport News, Va_ River and Harbor Act, .............. ............ - July 24, 1946. South Norfolk Basin (Norfolk Senate Public Works Com-...................... Creek), Va. mittee resolution, Mar. 4, 1947. Thimble Shoal Channel and Senate Public Works Com- ......................-- --- Norfolk Harbor, Va., with a view mittee resolution, Oct. to increasing project dimensions 14, 1949. of main channels serving the Port of Norfolk, Va. Virginia Beach, Va., Beach erosion River and Harbor Act, ......................... study. July 3, 1930; Act of Con- gress, July 31, 1945. Willoughby Channel, Va---------...... Senate Public Works Com---------- ------------ mittee resolution, Mar. 12, 1949. 18. ROANOKE RIVER BASIN, VA. AND N. C. Location.-The works covered by this project consist of a series of dams and reservoirs in the Roanoke River and its tributaries in Vir- ginia and North Carolina, within a radius of 100 miles from Danville, Va. Existing.project.-The Flood Control Act approved December 22, 1944, approved the general plan for the comprehensive development of the Roanoke River Basin for flood control and other purposes as set forth in House Document 650, Seventy-eighth Congress, second session, and authorized the construction of the John H. Kerr Reservoir (formerly known as the Buggs Island Reservoir) on the Roanoke River in Virginia and North Carolina, and the Philpott Reservoir on the Smith River in Virginia as the initial step of this development. Following is a list of the dams and reservoirs included in the comprehensive plan. The estimates of cost as given were revised in 1952. Dam8 and reservoirs 4 DtcEstimated cost LBJ Distance Reservoir Power de- Name Nearest city above Height of dam and type capacity velopment (miles) (acre-feet) (kilowatts) Construc- Land and Total tion damages?2 0- John H. Kerr, Va. and N. C.4_ Boydton, Va-------------- 178. 7 144 feet, concrete gravity and earth fill-.... 2, 808, 000 204, 000 $62, 800, 000 $24, 350, 000 $87, 150, 000 N ITJ Philpot, Va.t-......... Bassett, Va_- - - -_ 336. 2 220 feet, concrete gravity 5 -- - 249, 800 14, 000 12, 200, 000 1, 140, 000 13, 340, 000 Gaston, Va. and N. C- ... - Roanoke Rapids, N. C ... 144. 9 108 feet, concrete gravity and earth fill__.__ 432, 000 54, 000 24, 200, 000 3, 100, 000 27, 300, 000 0 Roanoke Rapids, N. C.6 ...... ---- do 137.0 75 feet, concrete gravity_ ---------- -_ 59, 300 83, 700 28, 100, n00 700, 000 28, 800, 000 Smith Mountain, Va---------...... Altavista, Va -. 314. 2 244 feet, concrete gravity ----------------- 825, 000 41, 000 25, 080, 000 3, 420, 000 28, 500, 000 Leesville, Va____.. ........----- do..-------------------- 293. 7 95 feet, concrete gravity and earth fill ..... 76, 900 20, 000 8, 200, 000 900, 000 9, 100, 000 Taber, Va-........-. .....__ .. do------------------- 275. 0 54 feet, concrete gravity _------- ----------- 34, 000 12, 000 7, 200, 000 1, 500, 000 8, 700, 000 Melrose, Va _. ._____ __. Brookneal, Va_. --- 262. 9 110 feet, concrete gravity and earth fill ... 120, 000 43, 000 15, 900, 000 5, 400, 000 721, 300, 000 Randolph, Va_ __ ____--- Chase City, Va - - 227.8 147 feet, concrete gravity and earth fill--- 305, 000 48, 000 19, 800, 000 4, 300, 000 24, 100, 000 Stuart, Va. and N. C--------... Spray, N. C---------------297. 2 138 feet, earth fill______________________ 163, 000 15, 000 8, 100, 000 1, 000, 000 9, 100, 000 0 Schoolfleld, Va. and N. C_ .... Danville, Va ...------------ 265. 9 126 feet, concrete gravity and earth fill.... 248, 000 80, 000 24, 900, 000 5, 800, 000 30, 700, 000 1Mouth of Roanoke River at Albemarle Sound. 6 Based on modified plan developed in fiscal year 1949. s Includes highway, railroad, and utilities relocation. 7 Includes cost of earth dam on Whipping Creek, diversion conduit, p)ower canal, a Exclusive of transmission lines. powerhouse, etc. 4 Details of these project items are given in individual reports. 5 Authorizing legislation provided for earth dam; concrete gravity dam now under 0 construction. ti: h1 n t. FLOOD CONTROL--NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 457 Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. John H. Kerr. and Philpott Reservoirs are the only projects in the comprehensive plan that have been authorized for construction in accordance with the above authorization, and individual reports on the two reservoirs are given in the following pages. All operations previously reported under the heading "Roanoke River Basin, Va. and N. C.," for those two projects are now contained in the individual reports, and previous costs and expenditures have also been transferred to those reports. 19. JOHN H. KERR RESERVOIR, ROANOKE RIVER BASIN, VA. AND N. C. Location.-The site for the John H. Kerr Dam is on the Roanoke River, about 178.7 river miles above the mouth. It is in Mecklenburg County, Va., 20.3 miles downstream from Clarksville, Va., 18 miles upstream from the Virginia-North Carolina State line, and 80 miles southwest of Richmond, Va. At the elevation of the top of gates, the reservoir will extend upstream on the Roanoke River 56 miles and on the Dan River 34 miles. Existing project.--This project provides for the construction of a concrete gravity dam with wing and saddle dikes on the right and left banks, with a total length of approximately 22,285 feet. The, main dam will consist of a nonoverflow concrete section on the right bank 629 feet long, a concrete spillway section 1,092 feet long, a con- crete power intake section 614 feet long, and a concrete nonoverflow section on the left bank 450 feet long. The right bank earth wing and saddle dikes will total 9,050 feet in length and the left bank wing and saddle dikes will total 10,450 feet in length. The maximum height of the concrete section will be 144 feet above bed rock and the earth-fill dikes will vary in height to a maximum of 45 feet. At the elevation of the top of gates, the dam will provide a total storage capacity of 2,808,000 acre-feet of which 1,278,000 acre-feet will be flood storage;. 1,046,000 acre-feet, power draw-down; and 484,000 acre-feet in dead storage below the surface of the minimum power pool. The reservoir will be operated as a unit of a coordinated system of reservoirs in the Roanoke River Basin for the control of floods, the generation of hydro- electric power, the regulation of low-water flow for the abatement of pollution, and for other purposes. The power installation will be 204,000 kilowatts. The estimate of cost, revised in 1952, is $62,800,000 for construction and $24,350,000 for lands and damages, including the relocation of highways, railroads, and utilities, a total of $87,150,000 for new work. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act ap- proved December 22, 1944, which approved the general plan for the comprehensive development of the Roanoke River Basin for flood' control and other purposes as set forth in House Document 650,. Seventy-eighth Congress, second session. The latest published map is printed in the project document. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Operations, by hired labor, consisted of preparation of contract plans and specifications for the construction of the project and land acquisition activities. 458 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The acceptance of options and filing of condemnation proceedings on an additional 14,504 acres of land were accomplished. All segment maps, and negotiations with the town of Clarksville as to relocations of water and sewer facilities, were completed. Letter agreements relating to all highway and railroad relocations were completed. Four utility relocation agreements were completed and two additional agreements were being processed. Four hundred fourteen parcels of land were leased for agricultural purposes. Planning for recre- ation and other land uses, for reservoir regulation, for malaria con- trol, and for maintenance of sedimentation records was continued during the year. Operations, by contract, were continued to completion for con- struction of the concrete dam and powerhouse substructure, Island Creek Dam, the earth wing and saddle dikes, closure of the temporary culverts, and for furnishing station service turbines, trash racks, guides and lifting beams, mobile crane, gantry crane, and Island Creek sluice valves. Contracts for clearing 10 parcels of the reservoir area were completed and the two remaining groups of cemeteries were relocated. Alterations to Staunton River State Park were made and contracts for relocation of the Southern Railway over Roanoke River, the Southern Railway connection at Clarksville and N. C. secondary highway north of Drewry were completed. Con- tracts were continued for construction of the powerhouse and switch- yard and for furnishing cement, turbines, governors, generators, transformers, oil circuit breakers, generator main leads and cubicles, powerhouse elevator, main control switchboards, PAX equipment, station auxiliaries, switchyard steel, high voltage pipe cable system, intake gates, guides and hoists, and Island Creek pumps and motors. Construction of Island Creek substation, relocation of U. S. Highway 58 over Butchers and Rudds Creeks and N. C. Highway 39 over Flat and Crooked Run Creeks, and clearing the reservoir area were also continued during the year. Contracts were initiated during the fiscal year for construction of Island Creek pumping station, Island Creek transmission line, the access highway on the right bank, for furnishing coupling capacitors, and lightning arrestors and insula- tors, and for relocation of U. S. Highway 15 over Bluestone Creek and Va. Highway 49 over Goodells Creek, U. S. Highway 15 and Southern Railway south of Clarksville, U. S. Highway 58 west of Clarksville, Atlantic and Danville Railway, U. S. Highways 15 and 58 over Roanoke River, N. C. secondary highway over Andersons Swamp, Mill and Nutbush Creeks, Va. Highway 712 over Island Creek, Va. Highways 688 over Butchers Creek and 693 over Pan- handle Branch, N. C. secondary highway over Grassy and Spewmar- row Creeks, and Va. Highways 609, 640, and 702. Contracts were also initiated for relocation of the water and sanitary facilities at Clarksville and settlements have been made with the Carolina Power and Light Co., American Telephone & Telegraph Co., Piedmont Electric Membership Corp., and the Carolina Telephone & Telegraph Co. for alterations to their facilities affected by the project. The total cost of the work for the fiscal year was $19,168,521.70, all for new work. The total expenditure for the fiscal year was $18,733,322.88. FLOOD CONTROL--NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 459 Condition at end of fjcal year.--Construction of the project was initiated in February 1946, and the project as a whole is 78 percent complete as of June 30, 1952; 107,175 acres or 91 percent of the entire reservoir area have been acquired. The, project is already providing partial flood control. The :Government construction camp, access highway on the left bank, access railroad, concrete dam and powerhouse substructure, Island Creek Dam, and earth wing and saddle dikes are completed. Supply contracts for furnishing sluice gates and controls, draft tube gates, plate steel penstocks; stop logs, guides and lifting beams; tainter gates, operating machinery and controls; intermediate tur- bine; station service turbines; anchor bolt assemblies; mobile crane; station service generators; powerhouse crane; gantry crane; con- crete aggregate; trash racks, guides and lifting beams; Island Creek sluice valves; and freight elevator in the dam have been completed. Closure of the temporary culverts has been made. Parcels "A" through "L" of the reservoir area have been cleared and all ceme- teries have been relocated. Alterations to Staunton River State Park and relocation of the Southern Railway over the Roanoke River, the Southern Railway connection at Clarksville, Va., and N. C. secondary highway, north of Drewry, N. C., have been completed. Construction of the powerhouse and switchyard is approximately 69 percent complete. Other items of work under contract include the furnishing of cement, turbines, governors, generators, trans- formers, generator main.leads and cubicles, main control switch- boards, intake gates, guides and hoists, station auxiliaries, oil circuit breakers, switchyard steel, Island Creek pumps and motors, PAX equipment, powerhouse elevator, high voltage cable system, coupling capacitors, and lightning arrestors and insulators. Con- tracts are also underway for the relocation of the water and sanitary facilities at Clarksville, Va., for construction of Island Creek sub- station, pumping station and transmission line; for construction of the access highway on the right bank; for relocation of U. S. High- way 58 over Butchers and Rudds Creeks; N. C. Highway 39 over Flat and Crooked Run Creeks; U. S. Highway 15 over Bluestone Creek and Va. Highway 49' over Goodells Creek; U. S. Highway 15 and Southern Railway, south of Clarksville; U. S. Highway 58 west of Clarksville; Atlantic and Danville Railway; U. S. Highways 15 and 58 over Roanoke River; N. C. secondary highway over Andersons Swamp, Mill and Nutbush Creeks; Va. Highway 712 over Island Creek; Va. Highways 688 over Butchers Creek and 693 over Pan- handle Branch; N. C. secondary highway over Grassy and Spew- marrow Creeks; and Va. Highways 609, 640, and 702; and for clear- ing the remainder of the reservoir area. Settlements have been made with the Carolina Power & Light Co., American Telephone & Tele- graph Co., Piedmont Electric Membership Corp., and the Carolina Telephone & Telegraph Co. for alterations to their facilities affected by the project. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $67,800,395.58 all for new work. The total expenditure was $63,367,050.35. 460 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operation.--The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952, in the amount of $14,032,949.65, plus allotments for fiscal year 1953, of $6,806,000.00 for new work and $93,200.00 for maintenance, a total of $20,932,149.65 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952--------------------------- $4, 461, 736. 25 New work : Contracts: Dam and appurtenances ------------ $370, 000. 00 Powerhouse and appurtenances----------6, 620,000. 00 Alterations and relocations---6--------- , 520, 000. 00 Reservoir clearing___ ------------------- 520, 000. 00 Island Creek dam and pumping station -. 430, 000. 00 Administration, maintenance and service facilities ------------------------- 215, 000. 00 Equipment for operations and maintenance of project-- ----------------------- 160, 000. 00 Hired labor : Land acquisition___--------------------- 850, 000. 00 Operation and maintenance of buildings and grounds during construction -------- 140, 000. 00 Operation and maintenance of project dur- ing construction, fiscal year 1953------- 329, 400. 00 Engineering and design-.---------------- 222, 813. 40 Total for new work--------------------------------- 16, 377, 213. 40 Operation of dam, powerhouse, reservoir, etc__ $78, 000. 00 Ordinary maintenance and repairs------------ 15, 200. 00 Total for maintenance ------------------------- _ 93, 200. 00 Total for all work ------------------------------- __20, 932, 149. 65 The additional sums of $2,580,000 for new work and $435,000 for operation and maintenance can be profitably expended for the follow- ing scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: New work : Contract : Powerhouse and switchyard--------------$620, 000 Equipment for powerhouse and switchyard_- 740, 000 Alterations and relocations-----------------370, 000 Administration, maintenance and service facil- ities---------- --------------------- 100, 000 Recreation facilities----------------------00, 000 Equipment for operation and maintenance of project ------------------------------- 110, 000 Hired labor : Land acquisition------------------- -- 500, 000 Engineering and design_.. __-____ --- -40, _ 000 Total for new work--------------------------------- $2, 580, 000 Operation and maintenance: Operation of dam, powerhouse, reservoir, etc----- $385, 000 Ordinary maintenance and repairs ------------- 50,000 Total maintenance-___------ ----------------- 435, 000 Total for all work-__ -- ------ -- -------- 3,015, 000 FLOOD CONTROL---NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 461 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated_ $4, 800, 000. 00 $10, 200, 000. 00 $15, 800, 000. 00 $25, 500, 000. 00 $17, 000, 000.00 $77, 400, 000. 00 Cost--------- 2, 622, 876. 59 7,945. 337.98 16,182,125. 78 19,144, 021.31 19,168, 521. 70 67, 800, 395. 58 Expenditures 2,778, 866. 51 .6, 817, 191.36 14, 293,125.29 18, 229, 758.33 18, 733,322.88 63, 367, 050.35 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952----------------------- $9, 188. 44 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953----------- 6, 806, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953---------. 6, 815, 188. 44 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project--------- ------------- 2, 944, 000. 00 20. PHILPOTT RESERVOIR, ROANOKE RIVER BASIN, VA. Location.-The site for the proposed Philpott Dam is on Smith River, Va., 44.3 miles above its junction with the Dan River near Leaksville, N. C., and 35 miles upstream from the Virginia-North Carolina State line. It is in Franklin and Henry Counties, 34 air miles south of Roanoke, Va. At spillway crest elevation, the reser- voir will extend upstream about 16 miles. Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of a concrete gravity dam 892 feet long with a maximum height of 220 feet. The dam will consist of a nonoverflow concrete section on the right bank 280 feet long, a concrete power intake section 92 feet long, an ungated spillway section 120 feet long, and a concrete nonoverflow section on the left bank 400 feet long. The powerhouse, located at the toe of the dam, will have a total installation of 14,000 kilowatts. At the elevation of the maximum flood-control pool, the reservoir will have storage capacity of 249,800 acre-feet, of which 82,400 acre- feet will be reserved for the control of floods, 111,100 acre-feet for the development of hydroelectric power, and 56,300 acre-feet will be dead storage. The reservoir will be operated as a unit of a coordi- nated reservoir system for the control of floods in the Roanoke River basin, the generation of hydroelectric power, the regulations of low- water flow for the abatement of pollution, and for other purposes. The estimate of Federal cost, revised in 1952, is $12,200,000 for construction and $1,140,000 for lands and damages, including high- way and other relocations, a total of $13,340,000 for new work. The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved December 22, 1944, which approved the general plan for the comprehensive development of the Roanoke River basin for flood control and other purposes as set forth in House Document 650, Seventy-eighth Congress, second session. The latest published map is printed in the project document. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Operations and results during; fiscal year.-Operations, by hired labor, consisted of preparation of contract plans and specifications for the construction of the project and land acquisition activities. Operations, by contract, were continued to completion for con- 245554 53-vol.1 30 462 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 struction of the concrete dam and for furnishing intake gate hoists, generators, turbines, transformer, governors, powerhouse crane, draft tube gates, and steel reinforcement for bridge on Virginia Highway 623. Contracts for clearing the reservoir area and for drilling and grouting under the dam were completed. Contracts were initiated during the fiscal year for construction of the powerhouse, for furnish- ing accessory electrical equipment, and for relocating Virginia Highway 623. The total cost of the work for the fiscal year was $2,111,790.96, all for new work. The total expenditure for the fiscal year was x$2,673,498.87. Condition at end of fiscal year.--Construction of the project was initiated in March 1948 and the project as a whole is 88 percent com- plete. Preliminary work is about 92 percent complete; 9,337 acres or 98 percent of the entire reservoir area have been acquired. The access highway Government field offices, and concrete dam have been completed. Contracts for furnishing sluice gates, appurtenances and controls; intake gates; frames and guides; intake gate hoists; stop logs, guides and lifting beams; generators; turbines; transformer; plate steel penstocks; 36-inch Dow valve; governors; powerhouse crane; draft tube gates; and reinforcing steel for bridge on Virginia IHighway 623 have been completed. Alterations to Fairy Stone State Park Dam and cemetery relocations have been made; the reservoir has been cleared, and drilling and grouting under the dam has been completed. Filling the reservoir was commenced in December 1951. Contracts are underway for furnishing accessory equipment and for relocating Virginia Highway 623. The total cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952 was $11,716,- 774.54, all for new work. The total expenditure was $11,212,971.90. Proposed operations.--The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952 in the amount of $1,827,028.10 plus allotments for fiscal year 1953 of $300,000 for new work and $101,800 for maintenance, a total of $2,228,828.10, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952___-_--- _-- ___--------___ --- __- $508, 125. 95 New work: Contracts: DI)am and appurtenances--_--------... $30, 000. 00 Powerhouse and appurtenances .------- 1, 020, 000.00 Alterations and relocations- ------------- 280, 000. 00 Administration maintenance, and service facilities__ _-- - --------- 100, 000. 00 Equipment for operation and maintenance of project__-------------------------- 60, 000. 00 Hired labor : Land acquisition------------------------20, 000. 00 Operation and maintenance of buildings and grounds and construction of gaging stations----------------------------- 20, 000. 00 Engineering and design_--- .------ 88, 902.15 Total for new work--------------- ---------- $1, 618, 902. 15 Maintenance: Operation of dam, powerhouse, reservoir, etc__ $82, 900. 00 Ordinary maintenance and repairs-------..... 18, 900. 00 Total for maintenance..------......--------------- 101, 800. 00 Total for all work-.......------------------------- 2, 228, 828. 10 FLOOD CONTROL--NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 463 The additional sum of $131,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Operation of dam, powerhouse, reservoir, etc---------------- $106, 000. 00 Ordinary maintenance and repairs__ ----- -------------- 25, 000. 00 Total for all work---------.........------------------------- 131, 000. 00 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952. -includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated----......... $250,000.00 $1,900 030.00 $2,500,000.00 $5,235,000.00 $2,705,000.00 $13,040,000.00 Cost----------------- 260,145.02 670, 799. 39 3,135,141. 99 5, 363, 381.04 2,111, 790. 96 11, 716, 774.54 Expenditures-------- 246, 867. 84 622, 369. 88 2, 442, 627. 855, 053, 469.00 2, 673, 498. 87 11, 212, 971.90 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952- - -___------------- $231, 360. 23 Allotment for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953---------------..... ...... 300, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953_----------- 531, 360. 23 21. GATHRIGHT RESERVOIR AND FALLING SPRING REREGULATING DAM, JAMES RIVER BASIN, VA. Location.--The sites of the proposed Gathright and Falling Spring Dams are on the Jackson River, a tributary of the James River, at miles 43.4 and 35.1, respectively. The Gathright Dam site is located in the reach of the Jackson River known as the Gorge, about 19 miles upstream from Covington, Va. The Falling Spring Dam site is lo- cated about 11 miles upstream from Covington and 1 mile south of the community of Falling Spring, Va. Both dam sites are in Alle- ghany County. At the elevation of the top of gates, Gathright Reser- voir will extend upstream about 15 miles. (See Falling Spring and Mountain Grove, Va.-W. Va., quadrangles of the United States Geological Survey.) EExisting project.-This project provides for the construction of the Gathright Dam and the Falling Spring Reregulating Dam on the Jackson River. The Gathright Dam will be a rock-fill dam with impervious earth core having a maximum height of 248 feet above stream bed and a crest length of 800 feet with a gated side-channel concrete spillway. At the elevation of the top of gates, the dam will provide a total storage capacity of 417,000 acre-feet, of which 110,000 acre-feet will be flood storage; 264,000 acre-feet, power draw-down; and 43,000 acre-feet, dead storage. The powerplant will have an installed capacity of 34,000 kilowatts. The variable flow from this power installation will be reregulated by the Falling Spring Dam, which will be a low, gravity-type, concrete structure, with an earth embankment at the right abutment. The Falling Spring Dam will have a maximum height of 64 feet and a crest length of 850 feet, of which 640 feet will be concrete and 210 feet will be earth fill. The storage at spillway crest elevation will be 4,700 acre-feet, of which 4,000 acre-feet will be available for stream-flow regulation. 464 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The estimate of Federal cost for the project, including both dams and reservoirs, revised in 1952, is $21,060,000 for construction and $1,740,000 for lands and damages, including highway, railroad, and utility relocation, a total of $22,800,000 for new work. The project, as set forth in House Document 207, Eightieth Con- gress, first session, was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved July 24, 1946. The latest published map is printed in the project document. Local cooperation.-See pages 4-5 for requirements. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No work on this project has been accomplished. Proposedoperations.-An allotment of $100,000 for fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: ------------------------ Accounts payable June 30, 1952__________________----- $ New work, hired labor, engineering and design------ --------- ----- 100, 000 The additional sum of $200,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: New work, hired labor, engineering and design------------------- $200, 000 Cost and financial summary Other new work data: Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953--------- $100, 000 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953__ __________-100, 000 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project ___________ _____---- 22, 700, 000 22. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES FOR FLOOD CONTROL,GENERAL The cost of the work during the year was $3,077.68. The expenditure was $3,855.84. The unexpended balance on June 30, 1952, in the amount of $524.35 plus an allotment of $3,200.00 for fiscal year 1953, a total of $3,724.35, will be applied to expenses to be incurred under this heading. The additional sum of $30,000 can beprofitably expended for this work during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-...... . $20, 000.00 $25, 000.00 $41, 000.00 $8, 000. 00 -$5,100.00 $1, 143, 250. 00 Cost......------------ 19, 926.06 24, 896. 70 29, 224. 73 11, 362. 99 3, 077. 68 1, 142, 725.65 Expenditures----........ 21, 039. 58 25, 006. 80 27, 856.08 12, 035. 35 3, 855. 84 1,142,725.65 FLOOD CONTROL---NORFOLK, VA., DISTRICT 465 23. INACTIVE FLOOD-CONTROL PROJECTS For last Cost and expenditures to Estimated full report June 30, 1951 amount Name of project see annual required to .report co for- New work Maintenance complete Snagging and clearing under authority of sec. 2 1950 $1,000.00 --------------- (1) of the flood control act approved Aug. 28, 1937, as amended. 1Completed. 24. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Back Bay, Va., with a view to Senate Public Works Com- - relieving inundation and im- mittee resolution, June proving drainage conditions in 9, 1948. portions of Princess Anne County. Chowan River and tributaries, Flood Control Act, June .. Virginia and North Carolina. 30, 1948. James River and tributaries, Senate Public Works Comn- -- Lynchburg, Va., and vicinity. mittee resolution, Sept. 16, 1948. Lynchburg, Va., and vicinity,- .... do .------------------- review of James River and tributaries. Mattaponi River, Va ...........------------Flood Control Act, May ..-- 17, 1950. iNorfolk, Va., to Beaufort Inlet, Senate Public Works Com- Inland Waterway, with a view mittee resolution, June to relieving inundation and 9, 1948. improving drainage of farm lands in Princess Anne County along Back Bay and North Landing River, Va., and trib- utaries. North Landing River, Va., and Senate Public Works Com-..................... tributaries, with a view to reliev- mittee resolution, June 9, ing inundation and improving 1948. drainage conditions in portions of Princess Anne County. Roanoke River and tributaries, Senate Public Works Com- .. ................... South Boston, Va., and vicinity. mittee resolution, Jan. 20, 1948. South Boston, Va., and vicinity, Senate Public Works Com--- review of report on Roanoke mittee resolution, Jan. .----- ------------ River and tributaries. 20, 1948. IMPROVEMENT OF RIVERS AND HARBORS IN THE WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT This district comprises central and eastern North Carolina embraced in the drainage basins tributary to the Atlantic Ocean from the south- ern boundary of Virginia to Shallotte River, inclusive, with the exception of the Roanoke River Basin above Weldon, N. C.; the Meherrin River Basin above Murfreesboro, N. C.; and the Chowan River Basin above the confluence of the Nottaway and Blackwater Rivers. It includes the portions of the Atlantic Intracoastal Water- way from the northern boundary of North Carolina to Little River, S. C., and the portion of the waterways from Norfolk, Va., to the sounds of North Carolina, south of the north shore of Albemarle Sound. District engineer: Col. R. C. Brown, Corps of Engineers. Division engineer of the South Atlantic Division, Atlanta, Ga.; comprising the Wilmington, N. C., Charleston, S. C., Savannah, Ga., Jacksonville, Fla., and Mobile, Ala., districts: Col. C. K. Harding, Corps of Engineers. IMPROVEMENTS Navigation Navigation-Continued Page Page 1. Atlantic Intracoastal Water- 14. Cape Fear River, N. C., way between Norfolk, Va., above Wilmington ...... 491 and the St. Johns River, 15. Wilmington Harbor, N. C__ 494 Fla. (Wilmington district)_ 467 16. Examinations, surveys, and 2. Roanoke River, N. C ...... 472 contingencies_,_ 497 3. Manteo (Shallowbag) Bay, 17. Plant allotment_ 498 N. C_ 474 18. Inactive projects_ 498 4. Far Creek, N. C __ 475 19. Miscellaneous activities ---- 499 5. Channel from Pamlico Sound to Avon, N. C__ 477 Flood control 6. Pamlico and Tar Rivers, N. C_---------- 478 20. Pasquotank River, N. C __ 501 7. Rollinson Channel, N. C ... 480 21. Snagging and clearing under 8. Silver Lake Harbor, N. C___ 481 authority of section 2 of 9. Drum Inlet, N. C _-. -__. 482 the Flood Control Act, ap- 10. Waterway connecting Pam- proved August 28, 1937, lico Sound and Beaufort as amended_ 502 Harbor, N. C -_..... 483 22. Preliminary examinations, 11. Morehead City Harbor, surveys, and contingencies N. C- 486 for flood control- 503 12. Beaufort Harbor, N. C .-. _ 488 23. Inactive projects ........ 504 13. Channel from Back Sound to 24. Miscellaneous activities .... 504 Lookout Bight, N. C..... 490 1. ATLANTIC INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY BETWEEN NORFOLK, VA., AND THE ST. JOHNS RIVER, FLA. (WILMINGTON DISTRICT) Location.--This waterway is a sea-level route through coastal sounds and marine marshes, approximately paralleling the Atlantic coast between Norfolk, Va., and St. Johns River, Fla. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 830 to 842, inclusive.) 467 468 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The section within the Wilmington district begins at the Virginia- North Carolina State line and extends generally southerly to Beaufort, thence southwestward to Cape Fear River, and thence westward to Little River, S. C., 308 statute miles. Previous projects.-Adopted by river and harbor acts of July 4, 1836; March 3, 1837; July 7, 1838; June 18, 1878; March 3, 1879; June 14, 1880; March 3, 1881; August 2, 1882; August 5, 1886; Septem- ber 19, 1890; March 3, 1905; June 25, 1910; and August 8, 1917. For further details see page 1803 of annual report for 1915; pages 585, 587, and 589 of annual report for 1917; page 522 of annual report for 1926; page 497 of annual report for 1932; and pages 476 and 523 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a waterway 12 feet deep at mean low water, with bottom widths varying from 90 feet in land cuts to 300 feet in open waters; for the construction, operation, and main- tenance of suitable bridges; for a tidal lock in the land cut near the Cape Fear River; for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water and 90 feet wide on the bottom in New River between the Inland Waterway and the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad bridge at Jacksonville, N. C., 21 miles, and a basin at Jacksonville of the same depth and varying in width; for a side channel 12 feet deep and 90 feet wide to a turning basin of the same depth, 200 feet wide and 350 feet long, opposite the principal wharves at Swansboro; for an entrance channel 6 feet deep and 90 feet wide at New River Inlet, with connecting channel of same dimensions to the Intracoastal Waterway near the mouth of New River; for six mooring basins at various locations along the waterway; for a channel 14 feet deep and 400 feet wide across the ocean bar at Masonboro Inlet, thence 12 feet deep and 90 feet wide to the channel of the Inland Waterway at Wrightsville by way of Banks and Motte Channels; a turning basin 15 feet deep having a maximum width of 300 feet and length of 700 feet on the east side of Banks Channel near Masonboro Inlet, with three 15-pile dolphins therein; for a jetty on each side of Masonboro Inlet extending to the 14-foot depth in the ocean; for a yacht basin 230 feet wide, 450 feet long, and 12 feet deep near the town of Southport, connected with the waterway by a suitable channel of the same depth; and for salt-water-intrusion preventive measures in the vicinity of Fairfield, N. C., as follows: Construction of a pumping plant and a dam, with control gates and appurtenant works on Fairfield Canal near the Inland Waterway; restoration and ehlargement where necessary of Boundary Canal from the vicinity of Swindell Canal to the vicinity of Baum Canal, together with appur- tenant works necessary to cut off inflow from other areas; and con- struction of dams with 30-inch automatic floodgates across Swindell, Florida, Burris, and Baum Canals near Mattamuskeet Lake. That portion of the waterway north of the mouth of Neuse River is nontidal; variation in the water surface, due to winds, seldom ex- ceeds 2 feet above or below mean stage. In the section between Beau- fort and Cape Fear River the tidal range varies from 31/2 feet at the inlets to 1 foot at points between. The tidal range for New River varies from 31/2 feet at New River Inlet to 1 foot at the head of the marshes, and nothing at Tar Landing, 31 miles above. The mean range of the tide in the section from Cape Fear River, N. C., to Little RIVERS AND HARBORS--WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 469 River, S. C., varies between 4.7 feet in Cape Fear River, 4 feet at inter- mediate inlets, and 2 feet at points midway between inlets. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects, is $10,277,200, exclusive of jetties at Masonboro Inlet, and $11,867,200.55 including the jetties. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $447,100, which includes $95,000 for operating and care of five high- way bridges. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 25,1912 Original route of the Norfolk-Beaufort Inlet section... H. Doc. 391, 62d Cong., 2d sess. Purchase of canal---.........---.........-----............---------------.. Do-. --.... H. Doec. 589, 62d Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 8,1917 Change in route; following changes approved by H. Doc. 1478, 63d Cong., 3d sess., Secretary of War, Apr. 14, 1919: and H. Doec. 1136, 64th Cong., 1st Albemarle Sound-Pamlico Sound section: sess.1 Chat~ged from "Alligator River-Rose Bay route" to "Alligator River-Pungo River route." Pamlico Sound-Neuse River section: Changed from "Pamlico Sound-Brant Shoal- Neuse River route" to "Goose Creek-Bay River route." Do....... A 3-foot channel 100 feet wide from Beaufort to H. Doe. 1775, 64th Cong., 2d sess. Swansboro, thence 40 feet wide to Jacksonville. July 18,1918 Alligator River-Pungo River route (proposed land Approved by Secretary of War, cut connecting the rivers): Changed from a straight May 15, 1919. line to a bent line approaching nearer the town of Fairfield N. C. Jan. 21,1927 A 12-foot channel 90 feet wide from Beaufort to Cape H. Doc. 450, 69th Cong., 1st sess. Fear River, N. C. July 3,1930 A waterway 8 feet deep and 75 feet wide from Cape H. Doc. 41, 71st Cong., 1st sess. Fear River to Winyah Bay. Mar. 4,19332 Construction of a suitable bridge near Fairfield, N. C_ Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 5, 72d Cong., 1st sess. June 26,1934a Operating and care of the works of improvement provided for with funds from War Department appropriations for rivers and harbors. 1 Aug. 30,1935 A 10-foot channel 90 feet wide in New River from the H. Doec. 67, 74th Cong., 1st sess. Inland Waterway to Jacksonville. Aug. 26, 1937 Increasing dimensions of waterway to 12 feet deep Rivers and Harbors Committee 2 and 90 feet wide. Doc. 6, 75th Cong., 1st sess. Do....... A 12-foot side channel 90 feet wide to Swansboro- ....- Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 16, 75th Cong., 1st sess.' June 20,1938 To provide a yacht basin near Southport, 12 feet H. Doe. 549, 75th Cong., 3d sess.' deep 230 feet wide, and 450 feet long, with connect- ing channel. Do...... A 6-foot channel 90 feet wide from New River Inlet H. Doc. 691, 75th Cong., 3d sess.' to the Inland Waterway. Mar. 2,1945 6 mooring basins--__-------------------------- H. Doc. 660, 76th Cong., 3d sess.' Do-...... An 8-foot channel 90 feet wide from waterway to H. Doc. 346, 77th Cong., 1st sess.' Masonboro Inlet. Ise 30,1948 A 12-foot channel in New River...--..------------ H. Doc. 421, 80th Cong., 1st sess.' May 17,1950 Viciniity of Fairfield, drainage.------... ---- . ..-.. H. Doc. 723, 80th Cong., 2d sess.' Do-.......Masonboro Inlet and connecting channels-......... H. Doc. 341, 81st Cong., 1st sess.' IContains latest published maps. s Public, No. 433, 72d Cong. * Permanent appropriations repeal act. Recommended modifications of project.-To provide a side channel to Peltier Creek, west of Morehead City, the Chief of Engineers, July 28, 1949, recommended that the project be modified to provide for a channel 12 feet deep, 90 feet wide, and about 1,850 feet long extending from the 12-foot depth curve in the Intracoastal Waterway in Bogue Sound into Peltier Creek, with a basin 12 feet deep, 200 feet wide, and 600 feet long at the inner end, all at an estimated cost of $32,000 for construction, subject to certain conditions of local cooper- ation (H. Doc. 379, 81st Cong., 1st sess.). -470 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.-Compliedwith, except for the following: a. Channel in New River (H. Doec. 421, 80th Cong., 1st sess.), which requires that local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secre- tary of the Army that they will furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and suitable areas for dis- posal of dredged material during construction and for subsequent maintenance, as and when needed; hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction works and subsequent main- tenance, including damages to oyster beds, and provide adequate terminal facilities at Jacksonville, open to all on equal terms. b. Vicinity of Fairfield (H. Doec. 723, 80th Cong., 2d sess.), which requires that local interests provide, without cost to the United States, all lands, easements, and rights-of-way necessary for construction, maintenance, and operation of the project; hold and save the United States free from damage due to the construction works, and from all past damage in the area herein under consideration, which may have been caused by salt-water intrusion as a result of construction of the land cut of the Inland Waterway obtain and hold rights of way to present canals involved in the improvement, including the extin- guishing of all present claims of rights, title, and interest to any of the canals; construct all necessary bridges and culverts for roads, and construct, enlarge, and clean all canals and ditches necessary for the efficient operation of the project; and maintain and operate the works after completion (the Hyde County board of commissioners has ex- pressed its willingness and ability to fulfill the local cooperation re- quirements). c. Masonboro Inlet and connecting channels (H. Doec. 341, 81st Cong., 1st sess.), which requires that responsible local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will provide, without cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights- of-way, and spoil-disposal areas necessary for the construction and subsequent maintenance of the project, when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from damages due to the con- struction and maintenance of the improvements. Terminal facilities.-There are numerous wharves and landings along the present- waterway, used mostly for shipping agricultural and timber products and docking commercial and pleasure fishing boats. These wharves are of the open pile and timber type. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The work consisted of maintenance dredging by contract, repair, and replaceinent of direc- tional signs with Government plant and hired labor, operation, and care of five bridges, miscellaneous surveys, and purchase of spoil- disposal area. Between April 1 and May 14, 1952, the contract dredge Marion removed 107,203 cubic yards from shoals in the through waterway, at a cost of $39,505.55. Between March 4 and April 2, 1952, the United States derrickboat Northeast and hired labor repaired and replaced directional signs as needed on the through waterway, at a cost of $6,699.82. The bridges at Coinjock, Fairfield, Wilkerson Creek, Hobucken, and Core Creek were operated and maintained, at a cost of $103,366.86. RIVERS AND HARBOR---WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 471 Miscellaneous surveys cost $21,875.39. Purchase of spoil-disposal areas in Adams Creek-Core Creek land- cut section cost $3,348.13. The total costs were $174,795.75 for maintenance. The expenditures were $173,258.43. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 92 percent completed. That portion of the project between the Virginia- North Carolina State line and Beaufort, N. C., was commenced in August 1923 and completed in February 1930; the 12-foot channel between Beaufort and Cape Fear River was commenced in March 1927 and completed in December 1932; the 12-foot side channel to Swansboro was commenced in December 1938 and completed in Janu- ary 1939; the 10-foot channel in New River to Jacksonville was com- menced in July 1939 and completed in October 1939; the 6-foot chan- nel from New River Inlet to the Waterway was commenced in March 1940 and completed in June 1940; the 12-foot channel from Cape Fear River, N. C., to Little River, S. C., was commenced in February 1939 and completed in June 1940; and the yacht basin at Southport was dredged during September 1940. No work has been done on pro- viding a tidal lock in the land cut near the Cape Fear River, six moor- ing basins at various locations, a 12-foot channel in New River, dredged channels in Masonboro Inlet and connecting channels, jet- ties at Masonboro Inlet, or salt-water-intrusion preventive measures in the vicinity of Fairfield, N. C. At the close of the fiscal year the controlling depths were as follows: Between Virginia State line and Beaufort, 10.9 feet; Beaufort to Cape Fear River, 10.6 feet; side channel to Swansboro, 12 feet; channel in New River to Jacksonville, N. C., 8 feet; channel to New River Inlet, 3 feet; and between Cape Fear River, N. C., and Little River, S. C., 11 feet. The total costs under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $16,044,987.71, including $80,282.36 Public Works funds, of which $9,401,800.55 was for new work and $6,643,187.16 for maintenance. The total expenditures were $16,042,551.43, including $80,282.36 Public Works funds. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $5,613.93, plus an allotment of $149,500 for the fiscal year 1953, plus accounts receivable $4.97, a total of $155,118.90, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952----------------------------- $2, 441. 25 Maintenance: Dredging, by contract, critical shoaled areas, December 1, 1952 to February 28, 1953---------------------------------- 43, 677.-65 Condition surveys..------. ------------------------------- 3,000. , 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports---------------------- ,000.00 Total maintenance--------- ----------------------- 49677.65 Maintenance (operating and care): Operating Coinjock, Fairfield, Wilkerson Creek, Hobucken, and Core Creek Bridges, and ordinary maintenance and repair of above bridges---------103, 000. 00 Total for all work---- .....----------------------------- 155, 118. 90 472 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952' The additional sum of $395,000 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: New work: Drainage improvement and prevention of salt intrusion in vicinity of Fairfield, by contract, July 1, 1953, to June 30, 1954__ $135, 000 Maintenance: Dredging, by contract, condition surveys and miscel- laneous inspections and reports------ -------- ------.-- 150, 000 Maintenance (operating and care): Operating Coinjock, Fairfield, Wilkerson Creek, Hobucken, and Core Creek Bridges, and main- tenance and repair of above bridges-------------------------110, 000 Total for all work------------..---------------------- 395, 000, Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: ......... ......----------------............ Appropriated--------- .........---------....--..--------------------... $9, 600, 507. 47 Cost ...........------------....-------------............----.................-----------------------------------........... 9, 600, 507. 47 Expenditures-------- ----.........----............-----------..... .... 9, 600, 507.47 ----------..........-........ ..-------......-----------... Maintenance: Appropriated-........ $444, 000. 00 $449, 500. 00 $236, 800. 00 $243, 962.19 $163, 500. 00 6, 753, 998. 7T Cost- ....-. 316, 809. 73 636, 085. 35 249, 100. 23 230, 981.45 174, 795. 75 6, 750, 821. 10 Expenditures _-_. ... 236, 461.43 704,146. 56 252, 178. 07 231, 367.47 173, 258. 43 6, 748, 384. 82' Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project without jetties at Masonboro Inlet_. $875, 400 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of project, including jetties at Masonboro Inlet-____ 2, 465, 400 2. ROANOKE RIVER, N. C. Location.-This stream rises in the Blue Ridge Mountains, west of Roanoke, Va., and flows southeasterly about 200 miles to Clarksville, Va., where it is joined by Dan River, its principal tributary; and thence in the same general direction about 198 miles and empties into the westerly end of Albemarle Sound, N. C. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1228 and Post Route Map of North Carolina.) Eafisting project.-This provides for dredging a channel 12 feet deep and 150 feet wide from the 12-foot contour in Albemarle Sound into Roanoke River and thence upstream to about 1 mile above Ply-- mouth, N. C., 10 miles; thence a channel 10 feet deep and 100 feet wide to Hamilton, 53 miles; thence a channel 8 feet deep and 80 feet wide to Palmyra Landing, 18 miles, with a cut-off channel of like dimensions about 2 miles above Hamilton; and thence a channel 5 feet deep and 50 feet wide to Weldon, N. C., 50 miles, by dredging, snagging, and regulation. Depths of channels are referred to mean low water. The rise and fall of the river from freshets is from 18 to 33 feet for about 70 miles below Weldon, but this fluctuation diminishes toward the mouth, the variations in water levels being from 1 to 2 feet in the lower 15 or 20 miles. The total length of chan- nels included in the project is 131 miles. The estimate of cost for new work (1952) is $638,500. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $30,000. RIVERS AND HARBORS---WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 473 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1871 Improvement of the river between the mouth and S. Doc. 23, 42d Cong., 2d sess., and Weldon. annual report, 1872, p. 726. 1 July 3, 1930 Entrance channel 10 feet deep and 150 feet wide-....... H. Doe. 211, 70th Cong., 1st sess.1 June 29, 1988 Present project dimensions............--------------------- H. Doc. 694, 75th Cong., 3d sess. 2 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are eight wharves at Plymouth. One mile farther upstream there are a large wharf and bulkhead, a tran- sit shed, and crane runway for handling wood pulp and pulp ma- terials. Between that point and Hamilton there are 10 wharves. Between Hamilton and Halifax there are 13 log landings. These facilities appear to be adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal y ear.-The existing project has been completed to the practicable limit. Dredging to obtain the present project dimensions from the mouth to Palmyra was commenced in September 1940 and completed in August 1941. As it is impracticable to obtain and maintain the project above Palmyra by dredging, snag- ging, and regulation, the percentage of completion is uncertain. At the close of the fiscal year the limiting depths at local mean low water were as follows: Between Albemarle Sound and 1 mile above Plymouth, 11 feet; thence to Hamilton, 7.6 feet; thence to Palmyra, 2.4 feet; and thence to Weldon, 1 foot. The work remaining to be done consists of completing by dredging, snagging, and regulation, a channel between Palmyra and Weldon to a depth of 5 feet and mini- mum width of 50 feet. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $404,584.34 for new work and $235,019.16 for maintenance, a total of $639,603.50. Proposed operations.--No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $38,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Snagging, dredging, condition surveys, and miscellaneous inspections and reports---------------------------------- $38, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June . ... ... 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated --------- ------------------------ ......------------------------....... $404, 584.34 Cost- ----------- -----------.-----------.------------ ----------- ------------ 404, 584. 34 Expenditures-------------------------------------------------....------------ 404, 584.34 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... -$30, 300.00 $17,000.00 ...----- -------- ------ ------------ 235, 019.16 Cost----------------........... 17, 735. 62 17, 240. 17 $283. 49- ..----------- ------------ 235, 019. 16 Expenditures......... 17, 735. 62 17, 240. 17 283. 49 ------------ ------------ 235, 019 16 474 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 3. MANTEO (SHALLOWBAG) BAY, N. C. Location.-Manteo Bay, or Shallowbag Bay, a natural indenta- tion of the shore line, is on the northeastern side of Roanoke Island, N. C. Oregon Inlet, the northernmost existing inlet in the barrier beach, is southeast of Roanoke Island, 13 miles southeast of Manteo. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1229.) Eisting project.-This provides for a channel 14 feet deep and 400 feet wide from the Atlantic Ocean over the bar and through Oregon Inlet, thence 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide via Old House Channel to that depth in Pamlico Sound; a channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Oregon Inlet to and including a turning basin 12 feet deep, 200 feet wide, and 600 feet long at Manteo; a side channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the Manteo-Oregon Inlet Channel in Roanoke Sound to the wharves in Mill Creek near Wanchese, including a turning basin 200 feet square; and a channel 6 feet deep and 100 feet wide connecting the Manteo-Oregon Inlet Channel near the mouth of Manteo Bay with water of that depth in the north end of Roanoke Sound. The total length of channels included in the project is about 25 miles. The variations of the water surface are due to winds and seldom exceed 2 feet above or below mean stage. The extreme range of wind tides, determined by 1 year's gage readings at Manteo, is 5.1 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $1,168,170. The latest (1952) ap- proved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $122,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents 1 June 25,1910 Channel 6 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Roanoke H. Doc. 906, 60th Cong., 1st sess. Sound to Manteo. Oct. 17,1940 Connecting channel of same dimensions to Oregon H. Doc. 313, 76th Cong., 1st sess.t Inlet. 1 May 17,1950 Channel 14 feet deep, 400 feet wide, from Atlantic H. Doc. 310, 81st Cong., 1st sess. Ocean through Oregon Inlet, thence 12 feet deep, 100 feet wide, via Old House Channel to Pamlico Sound; channel 12 feet deep, 100 feet wide, from Oregon Inlet to and including turning basin 12 feet deep, 200 feet wide, 600 feet long, at Manteo; side channel 12 feet deep, 100 feet wide, from Manteo-Oregon Inlet Channel to and including 200-foot-square turning basin in Mill Creek near Wanchese. 1 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Complied with, except as follows: Conditions in House Document 310, Eighty-first Congress, first session, which require that local interests furnish, without cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas for initial work and subsequent maintenance, when and as required; remove existing structures from the rights of way; continue the maintenance of the public landing in Mill Creek; and hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction and maintenance of the project. Local interests appear willing and able to meet the local cooperation requirements. Terminal facilities.-There are 12 timber wharves on the improved RIVERS AND HARBORS---WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 475 portion of Manteo Harbor, with a total frontage of approximately 1,100 feet, which are privately owned. Mill Creek has 7 timber wharves with a total berthing space of 600 feet, of which 6 are pri- vately owned; the other is owned and operated by Dare County, N. C.. The existing facilities are considered adequate for present commerce. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 5 percent completed. The 6-foot channel from Roanoke Sound to Man- teo was dredged during August and September 1911. The channel to Oregon Inlet was commenced in August 1941 and completed in November 1941. No work has been done on the 14-foot channel from the Atlantic Ocean over the bar and through Oregon Inlet, nor on the 12-foot channels from Oregon Inlet to Manteo, Pamlico Sound, and Mill Creek. At the close of the fiscal year the controlling depth in the channel to Manteo was 6 feet and to Oregon Inlet 3 feet. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $63,383.84 for new work and $134,456.58 for maintenance, a total of $197,840.42. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $50,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging, condition surveys, and miscel- laneous inspections and reports. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated---...---- ---------------- ---.... ------------------------------- $63,383.84 ----------------- Cost..................--------- --------- ------ ----------- .. ......... ---------- ------------ ------- -- 63 383.4 3,383.5t Expenditures Expenditures-------- ------------------------ ------------ 6,383.84 Maintenance: Appropriated----- -. $50, 000.00 -$1, 000. 00 $3, 500 $0.46 ------..---... 134,456. 58 Cost .---------------- 2,212.70 46, 787.30 3,420 80.46 ...-------.-- 13446.58 Expenditures-------- 2,211.60 46,788.40 3, 420 80.46 ---------- 134,456.58 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-------------- $1, 104, 770 4. FAR CREEK, N. C. Location.-Far Creek is in Hyde County N. C., and flows east- erly into Pamlico Sound about 95 miles south of Norfolk, Va. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1232.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from that depth in Pamlico Sound along the general alinement of the existing channel through the wide section of the creek, and thence 12 feet deep and 80 feet wide to about 200 feet below the highway bridge at Engelhard, with a turning basin of the same depth with maximum width and length of about 200 feet and 900 feet, respectively, at the head. The total length of channels included in the project is about 2.7 miles. There is some lunar tide in Pamlico Sound, but the principal variations in the level of the 476 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 water surface are due to winds. Ordinary winds cause a variation of about 1 foot, while severe storms will double or triple this variation. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $134,500. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $21,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 3, 1930 Channel 7 feet deep, 60 feet wide, from Pamlico H. Doc. 112, 71st Cong., 1st sess, Bound to about 200 feet below highway bridge at Engelhard, with a turning basin at the head. 1 May 17, 1950 Present project dimensions...........----------------- H. Doc. 770, 80th Cong., 2d sess. I Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-Compliedwith, except as follows: Conditions in House Document 770, Eightieth Congress, second session, which re- quire that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all necessary rights-of-way and suitable spoil-disposal areas for the new work and subsequent maintenance, when and as required; set aside suitable space for a public landing; and hold and save the United States free from any damages resulting from construction and main- tenance of the improvement, including furnishing releases from dam- ages to oyster grounds. The Hyde County board of commissioners has signified its ability and willingness to fulfill such provisions of local cooperation. Terminal facilities.-Thereare 8 wharves at Engelhard, with a total frontage of about 618 feet, all privately owned. The existing facili- ties are considered inadequate for present commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The work consisted of maintenance dredging by contract. Between May 12, and June 1, 1952, the contract dredge Savan- nah removed 50,285 cubic yards from shoals in the waterway. The costs were $24,419.34 for maintenance. The expenditures were $24,131.40. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 25 percent completed. The 7-foot channel was commenced in March and completed in May 1931. No work has been done on increasing the depth of the channel and turning basin to 12 feet. At the close of the fiscal year the controlling depth to Engelhard was 7 feet. The total costs under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $34,500 for new work and $102,559.68 for maintenance, a total of $137,059.68. The total expenditures were $136,771.74. Provosed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $868.60, less a revocation of $565.08 resulting in a balance of $303.52, will be applied during fiscal year 1953 to liquidate accounts payable. The additional sum of $100,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: New work : Dredging, by contract, Aug. 1 to Nov. 1, 1953---_------ _--_ $100, 000 RIVERS" AND HARBORS-WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 477 Cost and financial summaryl. Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to Jung 30, 1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior t( 1948 New work: Appropriated .. ..------------... ...-------. .---- ..--------- ...----------------- $34, 500. 00 Cost .------------------------------- ------------------------.....-- -- ..... --- 34,500.00 Expenditures ....------------------------- 34,5. 00 -.........-------------.......----------------....... Maintenance: Appropriated--------.........------------............ $1, 000 $25,000.00 $2, 000 -----------............ 103, 140.84 Cost......----.....--------------------....... ............ 1,000 2,000----------- ............24,419.34 102,55. 6 Expenditures.........------------............ 1, 000 24,131.40 2,000 ............ 102, 271.74 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project- ------------- $100, 000 5. CHANNEL FROM PAMLICO SOUND TO AVON, N. C. Location.-The village of Avon is on the narrow barrier beach between Pamlico Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, 9 miles north of Cape Hatteras. West of the village the sound is 25 miles wide. About 4 miles offshore in the sound, a shoal or bar parallels the beach from Hatteras Inlet, 15 miles southwest of Avon, to Oregon Inlet, 30 miles north of Avon. Cape Channel, a natural opening in the bar 6 miles southwest of Avon, has a controlling depth of 6 feet; from that open- ing a depth of 5 feet is available to Black Hammock Channel, .a basin with depths of over 10 feet, 1,500 feet from the shore line at Avon. Shoreward of the basin the water is very shallow. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1232.) Emisting project.-This provides for a channel from Pamlico Sound to Avon, 6 feet deep and 100 feet wide, with a basin at the shore end, same depth, 100 feet wide and 300 feet long. Lunar tides are im- perceptible. Normal variations in the water surface due to wind action seldom exceed 1 foot, but may be as much as 5 feet during severe storms. The cost to the Federal Government for new work for the completed project was $28,000. The latest (1952) approved esti- mate for annual cost of maintenance is $1,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945 (H. Dec. 316, 76th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in that document. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are two wharves in the basin at Avon, with a total frontage of about 150 feet. The existing facilities are considered adequate for present commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.--None. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The existing project ,was com- menced in: September and completed in October 1946. At the close of the fiscal year the controlling depth to Avon was 6 feet. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $28,000 for new work. 245554--53-vol. 1--31 478 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.-An allotment of $600 for the fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition surveys------------------------------------ $50G Miscellaneous inspections and reports----------------------- 100, Total for all work---------....------------------------- 600 No work is proposed during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952,.includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: .....------------.. Appropriated-.... ..------------...... ..------------. ..........------------.... ------------ $28, 000 Cost------ -- --- -- -------------- --------------- -------- -------------- 28000, Expenditures----------- ------------------------ ----------- ---- ---- ------ 28,0( 6. PAMLICO AND TAR RIVERS, N. C. Location.-The two names are applied to the same river, known as the Pamlico below Washington, N. C., and as the Tar above that point. This stream rises in Person County, flows generally southeasterly 217 miles, and empties into Pamlico Sound. lico River is 38 miles long. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Pam- _The Chart No. 537.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of July 4, 1836, and August 30, 1852. For further details see page 502 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-TThis provides for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water and 200 feet wide from the 12-foot contour in the river below Washington to the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad bridge at Washington; 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Washington to a turning basin of the same depth, 200 feet wide and 300 feet long, in Hardee Creek, 1,500 feet above its mouth; 6 feet. deep and' 75 feet wide to Greenville; 20 inches deep and 60 feet wide to Tarboro; thence to clear the natural channel above Tarboro to Little Falls. The length of section under improvement is 97 miles, extending from a point 14 miles below Washington to Little Falls. The stream is nontidal; variations in the water surface at Washington, due to prevailing winds, seldom exceed 2 feet. The extreme range of the flood or freshet stage for the upper section is 34 feet at Tarboro. For the lower section, the extreme range due to winds is 8.3 feet. The cost to the Federal Government for new work in completing the existing project was $674,651.38, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $66,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: RIVERS AND HARBORS-W--ILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 479 Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 14,1876 Channel 9 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the mouth H. Doc. 68, 45th Cong., 3d sess., to Washington. and Annual Report, 1879, p. 700. Mar. 3,1879 Clearing the channel to Tarboro-...-------------------- Aug. 11,1888 Clearing the channel between Tarboro and Little Annual report, 1889, p. 1130. Falls (Rocky Mount). Mar. 2,1907 Channel 4 feet deep and 60 feet wide between Wash- H. Doc. 342, 59th Cong., 2d sess. ington and Greenville. 1 July 25,1912 A 10-foot depth and 200-foot width from the mouth H. Doc. 270, 62d Cong., 2d sess. to Washington, thence 6-foot depth and 75-foot width to Greenville. July 3, 1930 Present 12-foot project to the Atlantic Coast Line Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 R. R. bridge at Washington. Doc. 11, 71st Cong., 1st sess. Aug. 26,1937 Present 12-foot project from Washington to a turning Rivers and Harbors Committee basin in Hardee Creek. Doc. 22, 75th Cong., 1st sess.1 1 Contains latest published maps. Recommended modifications of project.-Abandonment of this im- provement above Tarboro, N. C., is recommended in House Documerit 467, Sixty-ninth Congress, first session. ........... Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-There are 54 wharves on the portion of this river under improvement, of which 34 are along the water front at Washington, 19 between Washington and the mouth, and only 1 in usable condition above Washington. They have a total frontage of 3,570 feet. The existing facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results duringfiscal year.-None. Condition at cnd of fiscal year.--The existing project was com- pleted in 1939. The 12-foot channel below Washington was com- menced in March 1931 and completed in July 1931. The 12-foot channel between Washington and Hardee Creek was commenced in July 1939 and completed in December 1939. The controlling depth at the close of the fiscal year was 11.7 feet to Washington, 5.3 feet to and including the turning basin in Hardee Creek, 3.5 feet to Green- ville, and 1 foot to the mouth of Fishing Creek, The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $674,651.38 for new work and $532,352.78 for maintenance, a total of $1,207,004.16. Proposed operations.--Nowork is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $30,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for maintenance, dredging, condition surveys, and miscel- laneous inspections and reports. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June -30, " ing 1952, fiscalinclud. years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior Co 1948 New work: Appropriated------ -------- ------------ ----------------------- -----. $689, 651.38 Cost $--------------------689,651.38 Expenditures.------ .----- --------------------------.. .----------------- ------ 689, 651.38 Maintenance : Appropriated..-------- $4,000.00 --- 532 352.78 Cost...4, 00.00 ------------ ------------ -------- 532, 352. 78 Expenditures -...... 3,188.17 $811.83-- 532, 352. 78 480 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 7. ROLLINSON CHANNEL, N. C. Location.-This channel extends from deep water in Pamlico Sound to the village of Hatteras, near Hatteras Inlet, N. C. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1232.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 100 feet wide and 6 feet deep at mean low water from deep water in Pamlico Sound to and including a basin at Hatteras. Variation in the water surface due to winds seldom exceeds 1 or 2 feet above or below mean stage. Severe windstorms will double or triple this variation. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $75,100. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $15,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 30,1935 A 6-foot channel, 100 feet wide, from deep water in H. Doc. 218, 72d Cong,, 1stseas. Pamlico Sound to natural inner basin. Mar. 2,1945 Extension of 6-foot channel to and including basin H. Doc. 236, 76th Cong., 1st sess. same 'depth at Hatteras. (Contains latest published map.) Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2 1945, provided that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas for the initial work and for subsequent maintenance as required; set apart suitable space for a public landing; and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. The board of county commissioners, Dare County, has signified its intention of meeting all local cooperation requirements. Terminal facilities.-There are 8 wharves in the basin at Hatteras, with a total frontage of about 1,400 feet. The existing facilities are considered adequate for present commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The work consisted of maintenance dredging by contract and miscellaneous surveys. Between March 18, and April 1, 1952, the contract dredge Wash- ington removed 69,974 cubic yards from shoals in the waterway, at a cost of $32,439.73. Miscellaneous surveys cost $1,118.90. The total costs and expenditures were $33,558.63 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 27 percent completed. The 6-foot channel, 100 feet wide, from deep water in Pamlico Sound to the natural inner basin was commenced in October, and completed in December 1936. No work has been done on the extension of the 6-foot channel to and including the basin at Hat- teras. At the close of the fiscal year the controlling depth in the completed portion was 6 feet and 6 feet to and including the existing basin at Hatteras. The costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $20,125.43 for new work and $122,377.90 for maintenance, a total of $142,503.33. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $900 for the fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: RIVERS:AND HARBORS-WILIIINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 481 Maintenance : Condition surveys-----$------------------------- ------ $800 Miscellaneous inspections and reports-.-------------------------- 100 Total for all work---------------------------------------------- 900 The additional sum of $16,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for maintenance, dredging, condition surveys, and miscellaneous inspections and reports. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30.1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated----------------------------------------------------------- $20,125.4 Cost------------------------------ ------------------------------------ 20,125.43 Expenditures.... ----------------------------------------------------------- 20,125.43 Maintenance: Appropriated- .. $.. 0 $20,000.00 -------- $7, 500.00 -$2, 280. 73 $33, 558.63 122, 377. 90 Cost---------- --- 19, 286.54 $713. 46 4, 660.46 558.81 33, 558.63 122,377.90 Expenditures---.... , 1, 662. 85 18, 337.15 2,683.24 2,536.03 33, 558.63 122, 377. 90 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project------------------ $55, 000 8. SILVER LAKE HARBOR, N. C. Location.-Silver Lake Harbor is at the westerly end of Ocra- coke Island, a portion of the barrier separating Pamlico Sound from the Atlantic Ocean. Beaufort Harbor lies about 50 miles southwest; Belhaven is about 60 miles northwest. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1232.) Existing project.-This provides for a channel 10 feet deep from that depth in Pamlico Sound to and including an anchorage basin of the same depth in Silver Lake Harbor, with widths of 100 feet across Big Foot Slough bar, and 60 feet in the entrance channel, together with a training wall 300 feet long to protect the outer end of the entrance channel from northeast storms. The ordinary range of tide is about 1 foot within the lake and about 21/2 feet at the outer end of the connecting channel. Severe storm tides have been known to raise the water surface of the lake as much as 5 feet. The cost to the Federal Government for new work for the completed project was $67,241.30. The latest (1952) approved estimate for an- nual cost of maintenance is $7,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbors acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 3,1930 Entrance channel 5 feet deep and 50 feet wide from Rivers and Harbors Committee Pamlico Sound to the 3-foot contour in the lake Doc. 3, 70th Cong., 1st sess. and training wall at entrance. Oct. 17,1940 Channel 10 feet deep and anchorage basin of same H. Doc. 325, 76th Cong., 1st sess. depth, 100 feet wide across Big Foot Slough and 60 (Contains latest published map.) feet wide in entrance. 482 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.--Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are 12 small wharves extending from the shore to the deeper waters in the lake. These facilities are con- sidered adequate for the present commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- menced in June and completed in August 1942. At the end of the year the controlling depth was 3.6 feet in Big Foot Slough bar chan- nel and 10 feet in the entrance channel and basin at Ocracoke. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30 1952, were $114,442.55, of which $67,241.30 was for new work and $47,201.25 for maintenance. Proposedoperations.-An allotment of $600 for the fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition surveys------------ ------------ ------------- $500 Miscellaneous inspections and reports--------------------------100 Total for all work ---------- --------- -- 6----------- 600 No work is proposed for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New- work: Appropriated--.........--..---- -----------------------......... ----- $------------ $67,241.30 Cost---------- --- -------------------- ----------------------------------- 67,241.30 Expenditures--...........------------..................... ....------------............----------...-----------.........------------........ 67, 241.30 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $15, 000.00 -$9, 000. 00 ..------------ ----------------- 47, 201.25 Cost..............--------------- 5, 287. 94 712. 06 ..- 47, 201.25 Expenditures-------.... - 1, 138. 83 4, 861. 17 -----------..------------------------ 47, 201.25 9. DRUM INLET, N. C. Location.-Drum Inlet is an opening through the barrier beach which separates Core Sound from the Atlantic Ocean. It is about 1,100 feet wide and is about 35 miles northeast of Beaufort and opposite the village of Atlantic. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water and 200 feet wide from the gorge in the inlet to the fed- erally improved channel in Core Sound, about 1 mile. The mean range of tide is 3.8 feet in the ocean and 0.3 foot in Core Sound at Atlantic. The cost to the Federal Government for new work for the completed project was $52,828.22. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $25,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 20, 1938 (H. Doc. 414, 75th Cong., 2d sess.). The latest pub- lished map is in that document. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-There are no wharves along this waterway, RIVERS AND HARBORS-WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 483 and, as it is only a part of a through waterway, none are deemed necessary. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The work consisted of surveys and preparation of plans and specifications for maintenance dredging. The costs were $2,908.85 for maintenance. The expendi- tures were $2,666.03. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- menced in October 1939 and completed in February 1940. At the close of the fiscal year the controlling depth was 2.5 feet in the com- pleted portion. A depth of 7 feet was available on the ocean bar. The total costs under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $52,828.22 for new work and $118,195.84 for maintenance, a total of $171,024.06. The total expenditures were $170,781.24. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $46,- 833.97, will be applied during fiscal year 1953 as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 ----------------------------- $242. 82 Maintenance: Dredging, under existing contract, during July, August, and September 1952---......---------------------------------- 46, 591.15 Total for all work------------ ------- -------------- 46, 833. 97 No work is proposed for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--------.............--------........------------------------------............ ---------- $52, 828. 22 Cost---.............-----------...----------------------------------...............................................------------------ 52, 828. 22 Expenditures----......---...-------- -------- ----------------------------------- 52, 828. 22 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $57, 300. 00 $29, 000. 00 $2, 752. 96 $31.68 $49, 500.00 164, 786. 99 Cost.... _.............57, 300. 00 818.88 30, 934.08 31. 68 2, 908. 85 118, 195. 84 Expenditures--------....... 57, 008. 82 1, 110. 06 30, 934. 08 31. 68 2, 666. 03 117, 953. 02 10. WATERWAY CONNECTING PAMLICO SOUND AND BEAUFORT HARBOR, N. C. Location.-This waterway begins at the southeast corner of Pamlico Sound, passing southwesterly through Wainwright Slough, Core Sound, and The Straits, to Beaufort Harbor, a total length of 33.9 miles. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1233.) Previous projects.-No previous project exists for this waterway as a whole. The River and Harbor Act of March 4, 1913, authorized a channel 23/4 miles long connecting Core Sound and Beaufort Har- bor. For further details see page 520 of the annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 7 feet deep at mean low water and 75 feet wide from Pamlico Sound to Beaufort Harbor by way of Wainwright Slough, Core Sound, and The Straits; also for an alternative route of the same width and depth through Back Sound by way of channels at east and west ends of Harkers Island; for a channel 7 feet deep and 75 feet wide from the main channel in Core Sound to the town of Atlantic; for a side channel 5 feet deep, 75 feet wide, with basin 150 feet by 130 feet, same depth, at Davis; 484 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 for a side channel 7 feet deep, 75 feet wide, with basin 200 feet by 500 feet, same depth, at Sealevel; and for a side channel 6 feet deep, 60 feet wide, with basin 100 feet by about 600 feet, same depth, at Marshall- berg. On June 14, 1948, the Chief of Engineers approved transfer of the Taylors Creek reach of this project to the project for Beaufort Harbor, N. C. (H. Doc. 111, 81st Cong., 1st sess.). The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $217,600, exclu- sive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) ap- proved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $14,800. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents I Sept. 22,1922 A 7-foot channel 75 feet wide from Core Sound to H. Doc. 88, 67th Cong., 1st sess. Beaufort Harbor. Aug. 30,1935 2 A 7-foot channel 75 feet wide from Pamlico Sound to H. Dec. 485, 72d Cong., 2d sess, Beaufort Harbor via Wainwright Channel, Aug. 26,11937 A 7-foot side channel 75 feet wide to Atlantic------. Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 92, 74th Cong., 2d sess.,.- Mar. 2,1945 Channels 7 feet deep, 75 feet wide, at east and west H. Doec. 99, 77th Cong., 1st sess. ends of Harkers Island and side channel 5 feet deep, 75 feet wide, with basin 150 feet by 130 feet, same depth, at Davis. Do-...... A 7-foot side channel 75 feet wide, with basin 200 feet S. Doc. 247, 77th Cong., 2d sess. by 500 feet, same depth, at Sealevel. May 17,1950 A 6-foot side channel 60 feet wide, with basin 100 feet H. Doec. 68, 81st Cong., 1st sess. by about 600 feet, same depth, at Marshaliberg. 1 These documents contain the latest published maps. * Included in the Public Works Administration program Jan. 3, 1934. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, provided that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all necessary rights-of-way and spoil-disposal areas for new work and subsequent maintenance, remove all structures from the area to be dredged, release the United States from all claims for damages inci- dent to the work of improvement, and provided further that local interests be required to contribute $1,000 toward the cost of dredging the side channel and basin at Sealevel. The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, provides that responsible local interests furnish, without cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas necessary for the construction of the project and subsequent maintenance, when and as required; hold and save the United States free from all damages due to the construction and subsequent maintenance of the project; and provide at their own ex- pense suitable space for public landing at Marshallberg, open to all on equal terms. Terminal facilities.-Between Pamlico Sound and the southern end of Core Sound there are 15 small wharves, which are open to all when not required by the owners. Marshallberg has 4 privately owned wharves with about 700 feet of berthing space and a public dock with 200 feet of berthing space. Additional wharves are needed at several of the communities along Core Sound. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The work consisted of maintenance dredging by contract. Between April 3 and May 4, 1952, the contract dredge Washington removed 43,388 cubic yards from shoals in the through channel, 9,692 RIVERS AND HARBORS--WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 485 cubic yards from shoals in the side channel to Atlantic and 7,293 cubic yards from shoals in the basin at Davis, N. C. The costs and expenditures were $30,533.74 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The existing project was about 40 percent completed. That portion of the project providing for a through channel from Pamlico Sound to Beaufort was commenced in August and completed in December 1934; the side channel to Atlantic was commenced in January and completed in February 1937; under authority of section 3 of the river and harbor act approved October 17, 1940, a side channel and basin at Sealevel, practically coinciding with the existing project, were dredged to a depth of 6 feet during December 1943 and January 1944, and the side channel and basin at Davis, N. C., was commenced and completed in January 1948. No work has been done on the 7- by 75-foot connecting channels east and west of Harkers Island, the side channel and basin at Sealevel, nor the harbor and ap- proach channel at Marshallberg. At the end of the fiscal year the controlling depth in the completed portion was 7 feet. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project for the through waterway and for the side channels and basins at Sealevel and Davis to June 30, 1952, including $40,000 Public Works funds for new work and $1,000 contributed by local interests, were $315,844.07 of which $72,842.89 was for new work and $243,001.18 for maintenance. The total cost of the side channel to Atlantic, for new work, was $18,584.53, of which $13,171.72 was Works Progress Administration funds and $5,412.81 was contributed by local interests. Proposedoperations.-An allotment of $1,100 for the fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition surveys--- .....------------------------------- $1, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports------ ------------------ 100 Total for all work----------,-- --------------------- 1, 100 The additional sum of $21,100 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging, by contract, condition surveys, and miscellaneous inspections and reports. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New workt Appropriated....------ -$2, 812.15 - -......-.... 1 $92, 842. 89 Cost ...-------------- 4, 815.61 -------------------------------------------- 92,842.89 Expenditures------... 4, 815.61----------------------------------------............ 92, 842. 89 Maintenance: Appropriated--------....... 26, 750.00 $9, 750.00 ------------ $519.54 $30, 533.74 243, 001.18 Cost..--------------- 12,082.18 21,417.82 ------------- 519.54 30,533.74 243,001.18 Expenditures..._... 9,984.95 23,515.05 -------------- 519.54 30,533.74 243,001.18 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project..----......--------- $131, 600 1In addition the Works Progress Administration spent $18,584.53 (of which $5,412.81 was contributed by local interests) for new work. 2In addition $10,000 of contributed funds was expended under previous projects. 486 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 11. MOREHEAD CITY HARBOR, N. C. Location.-This harbor is on the northern shore of Bogue Sound, adjacent to Beaufort Harbor and Inlet. New Bern, N. C., the nearest city of importance, is about 43 miles by inland waterway to the north- west. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 420.) Previous project.-The channel across the ocean bar was formerly improved under the title of Beaufort Inlet, N. C. The project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1905 (H. Doc. 563, 58th Cong., 2d sess.). For further details, see page 470 of annual report for 1935. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide across the ocean bar at Beaufort Inlet, thence same depth and 300 feet wideto tohe marine terminals at Morehead City, enlarged to 600 feet to form a turning basin at that point, and for construction of jetties at the inlet; for a channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the 30-foot channel to Sixth Street, Morehead City, thence same depth and 200 to 400 feet wide to Tenth Street, thence 6 feet deep and 75 feet wide to deep water in Bogue Sound. The average rise of the tide is about 21/2 feet at Morehead City and 31/2 feet at the inlet. Observations made in 1907 showed an extreme range of 4.8 feet. The estimate of cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $3,488,100. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $200,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 25,1910 Channel 10 feet deep and 100 feet wide to the wharves H. Doc. 649, 61st Cong., 2d sess. at Morehead City, thence 200 feet wide in front of the wharves. July 3,1930 Channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the outer H. Doc. 105, 70th Cong., 1st sess. harbor to 6th St., in Morehead City, thence 200 to (Contains the latest published 400 feet wide to 10th St., and a channel 6 feet deep map.) and 75 feet wide connecting with Bogue Sound. Aug.26,19371 Channel 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide across the bar Senate Committee print, 74th at Beaufort Inlet, thence 30 feet deep and 300 feet Cong., 1st sess. wide to the marine terminals at Morehead City. 1 Included in Public Works Administration program, July 5, 1934, under the National Industrial Re- covery Act of 1933. Local cooperation.-The project provides that local interests fur- nish, free of cost to the United States, spoil-disposal areas as required for new work and for future maintenance and all other lands needed for the improvement, and to the further condition that local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that an adequate terminal open to the public on uniform terms will be available by the time the channel is completed. Terminals have been completed and spoil-disposal areas for new work furnished. Lands needed in connection with the construction of jetties have not been furnished. Terminal facilities.-There are 37 wharves along the main water front of the town, with a total frontage of about 1,182 feet. The marine terminals provide 1,350 feet of berthing space with a depth alongside of 27 feet at mean low water, and facilities for transfer of cargoes between rail and water carriers. The existing facilities are considered adequate for existing and prospective commerce. RIVERS AND HARBORS-WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 487 Operations and results during fiscal year.-The work consisted of maintenance dredging with Government plant and hired labor, prep- aration of plans and specifications for maintenance dredging, and miscellaneous surveys. Between February 1, and March 31, 1952, the United States hopper dredge Lyman removed 504,596 cubic yards from the ocean-bar chan- nel and the outer end of the inside 30-foot channel at a cost of $109,434.80. Preparation of plans and specifications for maintenance dredging in the turning basin and approach channel cost $1,466.41. Miscel- laneous surveys cost $5,537.52. The total costs were $116,438.73 for maintenance. The expenditures were $116,416.18. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The existing project was about 19 percent completed. The part of the existing project providing for a 12-foot channel to Morehead City, thence a 6-foot channel west- ward to Bogue Sound was commenced in February and completed in March 1931; the part providing for the 30-foot channel to the termi- nals was commenced in November 1935 and completed in August 1936. No work has been done on the jetties proposed for Beaufort Inlet. At the close of the fiscal year a depth of 30 feet was available in the ocean-bar channel; 27.9 feet in the 30-foot channel (inside) to the terminals at Morehead City; 12 feet from deep water in the outer harbor to the foot of 10th Street, Morehead City, and thence 6 feet westward to Bogue Sound. The total costs under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $2,232,216.51, of which $613,106.40, including $59,630.54 regular funds and $553,475.86 Public Works funds, was for new work and $1,619,110.11 for maintenance. The total expenditures amounted to $2,232,146.31, including $553,475.86 Public Works funds. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $78,135.29, plus an allotment of $194,500 for the fiscal year 1953, a total of $272,635.29, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 -------------------------------- $70. 20 Maintenance: Dredging Ocean Bar channel with United States hopper dredge, 2 months, February 1 to March 31, 1953--- ---------- __-110, 000, 00 Dredging, under existing contract, during July, August, and September 1952 -------------------------------------- 65, 007. 00 Dredging in turning basin, tangent C, and inner portion of tangent B, by contract, May 1 to June 30, 1953------------ 93, 058. 09 Condition surveys ------------------------------------- 3, 000. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports - 1-------------- 1, 500. 00 Total- ---------------------------------------- 272, 565. 09 Total for all work----- .....- _ ___-------__--272, 635. 29 The additional sum of $200,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Dredging Ocean Bar channel with United States hopper dredge, 2 months ------------------------------------------- $110,000 Dredging inside channels by contract------------------------ 84, 000 Condition surveys and miscellaneous inspections and reports... 6, 000 Total for all work-.... ___----- --------------- -- 200, 000 488 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated- ...---------- - ------------ ---------------------------------- $657, 590.64 Cost------.. ----------------------------------------------------------- 657,590.64 Expenditures---------...............---------------------------------------------------------- 657, 590.64 Maintenance: Appropriated--......... $175,000.00 $150, 000.00 $145,000.00 $131, 700.00 $194, 000.00 1,981, 732.64 Cost------------ -- 153, 994.39 188, 625.07 184, 854.25 131,196.18 116, 438. 73 1, 903, 667.55 Expenditures ----......... 154, 006.15 188, 577.01 184,149. 63 132, 889. 46 116, 416.18 1, 903, 597.35 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-- -_----- $2,875, 000 12. BEAUFORT HARBOR, N. C. Location.-This harbor is just inside Beaufort Inlet adjacent to Morehead City Harbor. New Bern, N. C., the nearest city of impor- tance, is about 43 miles by inland waterway to the northwest. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 420.) Previous projects.--Adopted by River and Harbor Act of July 4, 1836. The total cost and expenditure was $5,000 for new work. For further details see page 1803 of annual report for 1915. Existing project.-This provides for the stopping of erosion at the inlet by jetties and sand fences at Fort Macon and Shackleford Points and other shore protection; for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water, 100 feet wide in Bulkhead and Gallants Channels and 600 feet wide in front of the town of Beaufort; for the construc- tion of a stone bulkhead from Town Marsh across Bird Shoal to the westerly end of Carrot Island; and for a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water, 100 feet wide in Taylors Creek to extend about 2.6 miles easterly from about opposite Marsh Street in Beaufort to Lenoxville Point at North River. On June 14, 1948, the Chief of Engineers approved transfer of the Taylors Creek reach of the project Waterway connecting Pamlico Sound and Beaufort Harbor, N. C., to this project (H. Doc. 111, 81st Cong., 1st sess.). The distance from the inlet to the upper end of Gallants Channel is about 5 miles. The average rise of tide is 2 feet at Beaufort and 3V2 feet at the inlet. The extreme range of tides is 5 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, exclusive of amount expended on previous projects, is $423,900. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $24,700. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: RIVERS AND IIARBORS---WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 489 Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1881 A 9-foot channel 200 feet wide through Bulkhead Annual Report, 1881, p. 1013. Channel to Beaufort; a 6-foot channel 100 feet wide to North River and Core Sound; and the construc- tion of jetties on Shackleford Point. Do--. Reduced channel 100 feet wide and 7 feet deep through Annual Report, 1890, p. 1134. Bulkhead Channel to Beaufort. Mar. 2,1907 Repairs to Fort Macon jetties and additional jetties Specified in act. and shore protection. June 25,1910 A 10-foot channel 60 feet wide from Beaufort through H. Doc. 511, 61st Cong., 2d sess. Gallants Channel to the inland waterway. Mar. 2,1919 Turning and anchorage basin 10 feet deep in front of H. Doc. 1108, 63d Cong., 2d sess. Beaufort. Mar. 3,1925 Bulkhead across Bird Shoal.........--------------------- Rivers and Harbors Committee Doec. 8, 68th Cong., 2d sess.' 1 July 3,1930 Increase in depth to 12 feet in Bulkhead Channel, H. Dec. 776, 69th Cong., 2d sess. Gallants Channel, and in front of Beaufort. Mar. 2,1945 Increase in width and length of basin in front of H. Doec. 334, 76th Cong., 1st sess.l Beaufort, all to depth of 12 feet. 1 May 17, 1950 Increase in depth to 12 feet and in width to 100 feet H. Doec. 111, 81st Cong., 1st sess. in Taylors Creek. 1 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, in authorizing the increase in width and length of the basin in front of Beaufort, provided that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, as and when required, all lands, easements, and rights- of-way and spoil-disposal areas required for initial work and for subsequent maintenance, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, in authorizing increased depth and width in Taylors Creek, imposed similar conditions of local coopera- tion. Terminal facilities.-There are 50 wharves contiguous to this har- bor. They have a total frontage of about 2,000 feet. The existing facilities are considered adequate for present commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The work consisted of maintenance dredging by contract. Between May 5 and 7, 1952, the contract dredge Savannah removed 7,013 cubic yards of material from Gallants Channel. The costs and expenditures were $3,387.79 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 64 percent completed. The deepening of Bulkhead and Gallants Chan, nels and the basin in front of Beaufort was commenced in March and completed in July 1931. No work has been done on increasing the width and length of the basin in front of Beaufort nor dredging the 12-foot channel in Taylors Creek. At the close of the fiscal year the controlling depth in the completed portions was 12 feet. The stone jetties and training wall were in fair condition. The costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $269,667.38 for new work and $356,315.80 for maintenance, a total of $625,983.18. 490 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952 $519.84, plus an allotment of $88.08 for the fiscal year 1953, a total oi $607.92 will be applied as follows: Maintenance : Condition surveys -------------------------------------- $500.00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports _--___--------------- 107. 92 Total for all work---- _------------___------------ 607. 92 The additional sum of $15,600 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for maintenance, dredging, condition surveys, and miscellaneous inspections and reports. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952. includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1048 New work: Appropriated--.......------.. ----------------------------------- ------------................................................ $274,667.38 Cost.... ----------------------------------------------- ------------ 274,667.38 Expenditures.....------------------------ ----------- ------------ ------------ 274, 667. 38 Maintenance: Appropriated--------....... $17, 500 $8, 500.00 $5, 000. 00 $16,371.98 $3, 907.63 356, 835.64 Cost...---------------- 17, 500 8, 500.00 4, 668.92 16, 703.06 3, 387. 79 356, 315. 80 E xpenditures ....--- 17,430 8, 569. 69 4, 636. 92 16, 735.06 3, 387. 79 356, 315. 80 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project....----------------...... $154, 200 13. CHANNEL FROM BACK SOUND TO LOOKOUT BIGHT, N. C. Location.-This channel extends from a point near the eastern end of Harkers Island, about 8 miles east of Beaufort, through the shallow waters of Back Sound and Lighthouse Bay, to and through Shackle- ford Banks, and into the Atlantic Ocean at Lookout Bight, and is about 4 miles long. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 420.) Existing project.-The project provides for a channel 100 feet wide and 7 feet deep at mean low water from deep water in Back Sound, through Shackleford Banks to deep water in Lookout Bight., The mean range of tide is 3.8 feet in Lookout Bight and 1.3 feet in Back Sound, and the extreme range is 8.2 feet in Lookout Bight and 3.8 feet in Back Sound. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $129,700. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $27,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 26, 1937 A 5-foot channel, 50 feet wide from Back Sound to H. Doc. 251, 75th Cong., 1st sess.1 Lookout Bight. Mar. 2,1945 Present project dimensions.............---...------------------........... H. Doc. 746, 77th Cong., 2d sess.' I Contains latest published maps. RIVERS AND HARBORS-WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 491 Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-None. Not required. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The work consisted of maintenance dredging by contract. Between April 24 and 28, 1952, the contract dredge Washington re- moved 11,506 cubic yards of material from the channel. The costs and expenditures were $7,729.19 for maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 19 percent completed. The channel 5 feet deep, 50 feet wide, was com- menced in August and completed in October 1938. No work has been done on increasing the depth to 7 feet and the width to 100 feet. The controlling depth at the close of the fiscal year was 5 feet. The costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $24,676.08 for new work and $175,514.59 for maintenance, a total of $200,190.67. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $2,270.81, less a revocation in the amount of $1,663.54 resulting in a balance of $607.27, will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition surveys-------------------------------------$500. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports--------------------- 107. 27 Total for all work- ---------------------------------- 607. 27 The additional sum of $12,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging, condition surveys, and miscellaneous inspections and reports. Cost and flnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated_ ...-------------------------------- ------------ ------------ $24, 676.08 Cost-------------------------------------------------------------------- 24,676.08 Expenditures ------------- ---------------------------------------------- 24,676. 08 Maintenance: Appropriated- .. --. $17, 000 $34, 000.00 $2, 247.04 $3, 497. 14 $10, 000.00 177, 785.40 Cost--------------..-- 17, 000 31, 247.04 4,190.65 4, 306.49 7, 729.19 175, 514.59 Expenditures------ - 17, 000 7, 322.29 27, 952. 86 4, 469.03 7, 729.19 175, 514.59 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project------------------ $105, 000 14. CAPE FEAR RIVER, N. C., ABOVE WILMINGTON Location.-This river is formed by the confluence at Moncure, N. C., in Chatham County, of the Deep and Haw Rivers. It flows southeast- erly and empties into the Atlantic Ocean at Cape Fear, near the southern extremity of the State. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 424 and 425.) Previous projects.-Adopted by acts of March 3, 1881, and June 13, 1902. For further details see page 1805 of annual report for 1915 and page 535 of annual report for 1938. Ecmisting project.-This provides for a navigable depth of 8 feet at lowwater from Navassa to the head of navigation at Fayetteville, 492 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 115 miles above Wilmington, by constructing three locks and dams and by dredging river shoals between Navassa and Fayetteville, and for a dredged channel from Wilmington to Navassa (4 miles), 25 feet deep and generally 200 feet wide with a cut-off across Horseshoe Bend and a turning basin 550 feet long and 400 feet in average width at its head. Data regarding locks and dams are as follows: Distance Distance Maximum Lock and dam Location from Wil- above available Lift mington mouth dimensions Miles Miles Feet Feet No. 1 .... . Kings Bluff --------------- .......---------------------.. 39 69 200 by 40 11 No. 2 ....----------...............---------- Browns Landing..----..------ 71 101 200 by 40 9 No. 3 . .--------------------. Tolars Landing----------- 95 125 300 by 40 9 Available depth on, Character Kind of Year of o k:andiam :miter sills of founda, dam Type of construction comple- Actual oost at low tion am tion water Feet No. t............ 9 Sand...... Fixed.--_. Concrete lock timber crib 1916 1 $565, 856 S ........... dam, rock filled. . ---------- 12 _do-.._... do- Concrete lock, dam rock 1917 1909, 633 filled. o. ---------- 9 .. do........do-...... Concrete lock, concrete 1935 660, 930 .... ......... dam... SIncludes $96,184 for increasing lift. SIncludes $356.443 for reconstruction and repairs. The tide ranges from 3.4 feet at Wilmington to 1 foot at Lock No. 1, Kings Bluff, N. C., 39 miles above. The extreme range of lunar tides is 6.4 feet at Wilmington and 1.5 feet at Kings Bluff. The maximum variation due to floods ranges from 70 feet at Fayetteville to 5 feet at Wilmington. The cost to the Federal Government for new work for the completed project was $2,339,797.63. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $105,000, including $45,000 for opera- tion and care of locks and dams. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 25,1910 The 8-foot channel and construction of 2 locks and H. Doc. 890, 60th Cong., 1st sess. dams. July 3,1930 Channel 22 feet deep to Navassa. (No work was Rivers and Harbors Committee done on this project.) Doc. 39, 71st Cong., 2d sess. June 26, 19341 Operation and care of locks and dams provided for with funds from War Department appropriations for rivers and harbors. Aug. 30,1935 2 Construction of Lock and Dam No. 3 and repairs H. Doc. 786, 71st Cong., 3d sess.' and alterations to Locks and Dams Nos. 1 and 2. Aug. 26,1937 Present project dimensions from Wilmington to Rivers and Harbors Committee Navassa with cut-off across Horseshoe Bend, and Doc. 17, 75th Cong., 1st sess.3 a turning basin. 4Permanent Appropriations Repeal Act. s Included in Public Works Administration program, Sept. 27, 1933. 3 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperatio.--Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are six wharves between Wilmington RIVERS AND HARBORS-WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 493 and Fayetteville, including the public, terminal at that point. They have a total frontage of about 700 feet. The terminals appear to be adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.--The work consisted of maintenance dredging with leased plant, clearing and snagging with Government plant and hired labor, miscellaneous surveys, and opera- tion and maintenance of three locks and dams. Between June 28 and 30, 1952, the leased dredge Marion on mainte- nance dredging removed 6,479 cubic yards from shoals in the vicinity of mile 93 in the 8-foot channel to Fayetteville, at a cost of $1,696.30 for inspection and supervision and preliminary work. Between October 15, 1951, and January 12, 1952, the U. S. der- rickboat Northeast removed 474 obstructions from the channel and 16 obstructions from the banks between miles 1 and 106, at a cost of $6,009.39. Miscellaneous surveys cost $2,759.66. The three locks and dams were operated and maintained at a cost of $39,749.22. Coopera- tion with U. S. Weather Bureau on hydroclimatic network cost $280.00. The total costs were $50,494.57 for maintenance. The expenditures were $50,762.26. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is completed. The construction of Locks and Dams 1 and 2, and dredging of river shoals, were commenced in August 1912 and completed in July 1917. The construction of Lock and Dam 3 and repairs and alterations to Locks and Dams 1 and 2 were commenced in January 1934 and com- pleted in July 1935. The dredging of the 25-foot channel to Navassa was commenced in November 1938 and completed in January 1939. The controlling depths are 25 feet from Wilmington to Navassa, 4 miles; thence 18 feet to 9 miles above Wilmington; thence 6.2 feet to Fayetteville, 115 miles above Wilmington. The total costs under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $3,881,630.41 of which $2,339,797.63 (including $1,104,390.72 Public Works funds) was for new work, $826,530.49 for maintenance, and $715,302.29 for operating and care. The total expenditures to Jtne 30, 1952, were $3,881,714.26, of which $2,601,497.98 was regular funds, $1,104,390.72 Public Works funds, and $175,825.56 expended between November 1, 1916, and June 30, 1935, on the operating and care of the works of improvement under the provisions of the indefinite appropriation for such purposes. Proposed operations. The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $54,077.78, plus an allotment of $272,400 for fiscal year 1953, plus ac- counts receivable $533.56, a total of $327,011.34, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------------------------------- 449. 71 Maintenance : Dredging, by contract, May 1 to June 30, 1953---------------- 30, 408. 66 Snagging with United States plant and hired labor, Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, 1952.-------------------------- 8, 000. 00 Dredging, under existing contract, during July and August 1952. 33, 367. 00 Condition surveys------------------------------------- 1, 400. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports ........---------------------. 1, 000. 00 Total ----- ----------------------------------- 74,175. 66 245554 -53'--vol. 1 -32 494 REPORT OF CHIlEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Maintenance (operating and care) : Operating locks and dams Nos. 1, 2, and 3, July 1, 1952, to June 30, 1953, and ordinary maintenance and repair----------- $43, 500.00 Improvement and reconstruction of fender system at locks Nos. 1 and 2_------------------ ---------------------- --- 208, 885. 97 Total --------- ---------------------------- 252,385. 97 Total for all work- _-_--_--------------------- 327, 011. 34 The additional sum of $282,500 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Dredging between Navassa and Fayetteville, by contract-------- $25, 500 Snagging between mile 26 and mile 115 by hired labor-------- 12, 000 Condition surveys and miscellaneous inspections and reports------ 2, 500 Total ----------------------------------------------- 40,000 Maintenance (operating and care) : Operating locks and dams No$. 1, 2, and 3, July 1, 1953, to June 30, 1954, and ordinary maintenance and repair- ----- -- 45, 500 Improvement and reconstruction of fender system at locks Nos. 2 and 3, and installation of power mechanism at locks 1, 2, and 3___ 197, 000 Total---------------------------------------------- 242, 500 Total for all work------- ----------- -------- 282, 500 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-------------.........-----............--............ ---------.......------------.. .........--... $2916. .........----------.--.. 82 ------------------.................------------..........-----------.....----------- Cost-----...............................---- 2 16 82 Expenditures---------........ -.....----........ ----------..............-----------------.........-----. ----------- 2,488,916. 82 Maintenance: Appropriated......... $91, 500.00 $19,000.00 $152, 400.00 $68, 097.74 $95, 000.00 1, 604, 172. 08 ................52,258. 91 Cost--------------- 55, 617. 21 130, 220. 65 85, 351.48 50, 494. 57 1, 550, 010. 45 - Expenditures---......... 47, 279. 69 60, 580. 43 128, 273.83 87, 130.46 50, 762. 26 1, 550, 094. 30 15. WILMINGTON HARBOR, N. C. Location.-Wilmington Harbor, N. C., consists of a dredged ship channel from the ocean across the entrance bar and up the Cape Fear River to the mouth of Northeast (Cape Fear) River, thence 2.75 miles up the latter to a turning basin at the upstream end. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 424 and 425.) Previousprojects.-Authorized by River and Harbor Acts of March 2, 1829; July 22, 1854; July 11, 1870; March 3, 1873; June 23, 1874; September 19, 1890; June 13, 1902; and March 2, 1907. For further details, see page 1804 of annual report for 1915 and page 533 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.--This provides for a channel 35 feet deep and 400 feet wide from the 35-foot contour in the Atlantic Ocean through the ocean-bar channel, thence 34 feet deep and 400 feet wide to the upper end of the anchorage basin (foot of Castle Street) at Wilmington, thence 32 feet deep and 400 feet wide to Hilton Bridge over Northeast RIVERS AND HIARBORS--WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 495 (Cape Fear) River, with increased widths at bends; for an anchorage basin at Wilmington 34 feet deep, 2,000 feet long, 900 feet wide at the upper end, 1,100 feet wide at the lower end, with approaches 1,500 feet long at the upper end and 4,500 feet long at the lower end with some widening of the transition channel at the downstream end; for a turning basin opposite the principal terminals at Wilmington, 32 feet deep, 1,000 feet long, 800 feet wide, with suitable approaches at each end; for a channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide in the Cape Fear River, from a point near the eastern entrance of the Intracoastal Waterway to a connection with the main river channel at a point about 3 miles above; and for a channel 25 feet deep, 200 feet wide, from Hilton Bridge over Northeast (Cape Fear) River to a turning basin of the same depth, 600 feet wide, 11/4 miles above. The plane of refer- ence is mean low water. The length of the section under improvement is about 311/4 miles, the upper limit being 11/4 miles above Hilton Bridge over Northeast (Cape Fear) River. The average rise of tide is 4.7 feet at the ocean bar, 3.6 feet at Keg Island, and 3.4 feet at Wilmington. The extreme range of tides is abort 8.5 feet at the oeean bar, 7.3 feet at Orton Cove, and 6.4 feet at Wilmington. The estimated cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $6,703,200, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $500,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 25,1912 Channel 26 feet deep and 400 feet wide across the bar, H. Doc. 287, 62d Cong., 2d sess. thence same depth and 300 feet wide, increased at bends, to Wilmington. Mar. 2,1919 Channel 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide, across the H. Doec.746, 65th Cong., 2d sess. ocean bar. (No work was done on this project.) Sept. 22,1922 A new channel across the ocean bar 30 feet deep and H. Doc. 94, 67th Cong., 1st sess. 400 feet wide from Baldhead Point. July 3,1930 A 30-foot project to Hilton Bridge at Wilmington, and Rivers and Harbors Committee a turning basin. Doc. 39, 71st Cong., 2d sess. Mar. 2,1945 Increase channel widths from 300 to 400 feet, turning H. Doc. 131, 76th Cdng., 1st sess. basin from 600 to 800 feet, and a channel 12 feet deep, 100, feet wide, from Inland Waterway to river channels. Increase length of southerly approach to anchorage Do-....... S.Doc. 83, 76th Cong., 1st sess.' basin from 1,500 to 4,500 feet, and increase depth of channel from outer end of ocean bar to Wilming- ton, including turning basin, from 30 to 32 feet. 1 Channel 25 feet deep, 200 feet wide, from Hilton Do-....... S. Doc. 170, 76th Cong., 3d sess. Bridge, Northeast (Cape Fear) River, to a turning basin, same depth, 14 miles above. 1 May 17,1950 Increase depth to 35 feet over ocean bar, thence 34 H. Doec. 87, 81st Cong., 1st sess. feetto upper end of anchorage basin, including anchorage basin, and with some widening of the transition channel at the anchorage basin. 1 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950, provided that local interests furnish, without cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas necessary for construction and subsequent maintenance of the project, when and as required; and hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction and subsequent maintenance of the project. Local interests appear willing and able to fulfill the local cooperation requirements. 496 REPORT OF CCHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Terminal facilities.-Thereare 61 wharves of all classes at Wilming- ton, with a combined berthing space of 22,986 linear feet, and depths of water alongside from 10 to 30 feet at mean low water. Additional port terminal facilities are being constructed by the State of North Carolina at the shipyard site near the downstream end of the anchor- age basin. Below Wilmington there are 27 wharves, which are con- sidered adequate for present needs. For further details, see Port Series No. 11, revised 1944, Corps of Engineers. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The work consisted of maintenance dredging by contract and with Government plant and hired labor, construction of permanent spillways and increasing height of dike for disposal area by contract, and miscellaneous surveys. Between November 26, 1951, and April 9; 1952, the contract dredges Charlestonand Washington on maintenance dredging removed 1,088,- 485 cubic yards from the river channel, anchorage basin and turning basin, at a cost of $206,379.45. Between January 3 and 31, 1952, the United States hopper dredge Lyman removed 656,566 cubic yards of material from Baldhead Shoal (ocean bar) channel at a cost of $56,362.80. Between September 10 and November 15, 1951, the contractor con- structed three permanent spillways for Eagle Island disposal area, at a cost of $13,124.63., Between June 23 and 30, 1952, the contractor increased-the height of 610 feet of the existing dike at Eagle Island disposal area to 12 feet above mean low water, at a cost of $1,762.70. Miscellaneous surveys cost $25,785.69. The total costs were $303,415.27 for maintenance.. The expenditures were $303,842.10. Condition at end offiscal year.-The existing project was about 61 percent completed. Deepening and widening the river channel to, 32 feet by 400 feet, enlarging and deepening the anchorage basin and southern approach thereto, and deepening the ocean-bar channel to, 32 feet, was commenced in April 1947 and completed to the foot of Castle Street at Wilmington in May 1949. Dredging the 25- by 200- foot channel and basin in Northeast (Cape Fear) River above Hilton Bridge was commenced in October 1948 and completed in November 1948. Dredging the 12- by 100-foot channel from the Intracoastal Waterway to the ship channel in the river was commenced in Novem- ber 1948 and completed in December 1948. No work has been done on the 32-foot project on that portion of the river channel above Castle Street, except increasing the width of the turning basin to 800 feet, 30 feet deep, and widening the east side of the river channel, in the vicin- ity of the turning basin, to the harbor line, to a depth of 30 feet. No work has been done on deepening the ocean-bar channel to 35 feet nor the river channel and anchorage basin to 34 feet. At the close of the fiscal year the controlling depths were 31.5 feet in the ocean-bar chan- nel, 31.7 feet in the river channel up to Castle Street at Wilmington, 30.8 feet to and in the turning basin, 25 feet to and in the turning basin in Northeast (Cape Fear) River, and 8 feet in the connecting channel with the Intracoastal Waterway. The total costs under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $4,103,711.80 for new work and RIVERS AND HARBORS---WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 497 $6,634,991.29 for maintenance, a total of $10,738,703.09. The total expenditures were $10,737,734.07. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $20,663.41, plus an allotment of $352,700 for the fiscal year 1953, a total of $373,363.41, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 .------------------------------ $969. 02 Maintenance: Dredging, by contract, November 1, 1952, to March 31, 1953 ... 289, 694. 39 Dredging with United States hopper dredge, December 1 to 31, 1952--------------------------------------------- 55, 000. 00 Construction of dike for Eagle Island Disposal Area, under existing contract, July 1 to December 24, 1952_ ---------- 15, 000. 00 Condition surveys---- ------------ ___ --- _ -- --- - 5, 100. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports_- .... ---- -- ------- 7, 600. 00 Total---------- ---------------------------------- 372, 394. 39 Total for all work _-------___ -- ---- -- 373,363. 41 The additional sum of $932,800 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during the fiscal year 1954: New work: Dredging in lower portion of anchorage basin, transition channel, and river channel, by contract, September 1, 1953, to Jan- uary 31, 1954 ---------------------------------------- $300,000 Dredging, H. L., in ocean-bar channel, November 1, 1953, to January 31, 1954------..------- ------------------------- 282, 800 Total__-----------------------------------------------_ 582,800 Maintenance: Dredging bar channel with United States hopper dredge 1 month.. 55, 000 Dredging in river channel, by contract- ----..------ ___---- 279, 000 Condition surveys and miscellaneous inspections and reports.... 16, 000 Total ------------------------------------------------ 350, 000 Total for all work ....-------------------------------------- 932, 800 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated......... $302, 812. 15 $774, 500. 00 -$8, 082. 82--......-------......------------ $8, 729, 326. 47 Cost--------------- 885, 937.44 1, 005,163.06-------------------------------- 8, 729, 326.47 Expenditures --------- 688, 678.16 1,207,802.88 100 00 ---------- ------------ 8, 729, 326.47 Maintenance: Appropriated -...----..... 250, 000. 00 204, 000. 00 246,000.00 $246, 000.00 $304,000.00 7,257, 299. 93 Cost---------------.... 295, 196. 59 195, 170. 95 230, 653. 78 270, 484.33 303, 415. 27 7,237, 605. 54 Expenditures--------....... 276, 151.23 214, 193. 63 229, 495. 95 270, 268. 99 303, 842. 10 7, 236, 636. 52 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-- ------ - _- $2,599, 500 16. EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES The costs during the fiscal year were $4,749 for examinations and surveys and $19,067.05 for contingencies, a total of $23,816.05. The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $3,613.62 for examinations and 498 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 surveys and $2,297 for contingencies, a total of $5,910.62, plus allot- ment for fiscal year 1953 of $6,200, of which $2,600 was for examina- tions and surveys and $3,600 for contingencies, will be applied as needed during the fiscal year 1953 to payment of expenses incurred under this heading. The additional sums of $13,200 for examinations and surveys and $3,600 for contingencies, a total of $16,800, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $32, 550. 00 $44, 650. 00 $50, 100. 00 $59, 100. 00 $22,140. 00 $599, 032. 21 Cost-------- - - 29, 094. 84 44, 202. 45 55, 356. 06 52, 006. 30 23, 816. 05 594, 905. 41 Expenditures --------. 28, 260. 17 45, 024. 27 53, 196.85 54, 185.88 22, 037.31 593, 121. 59 17. PLANT ALLOTMENT, WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total' to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-.---- $577,565.23.------ ...------.------. .- --- $12, 996. 19 ---------.. $494, 837.12 Undistributed cost------ .... ------------------------------------------------- 239, 336.95 Expenditures -------.........-- 180, 291. 63 $18, 715. 24 $79, 508.44 $28, 910.82 -259,925.66 244, 920. 75 18. INACTIVE PROJECTS For last Cost and expenditures to Estimated full report, June 30, 1952 Name of project see Annual reqamount Repor- New work Maintenanc required to for- New work Maintenance complete 1. Waterway-Norfolk, Va., to sounds of N. C. (Wilmington district).'l.._................ 1946 2 (2) 2. Meherrin River, N. C... 1950 $47, 734. 34 $49, 591. 20 - 3. Newbegun Creek, N. C.1 .............. 1928 2 4, 802. 08 246. 58 (3) 4. Perquimans River, N. C.1__................. 1910 2 13, 750. 00 ................ 5. Chowan River, N. C___________.__.... .. 1950 ---.------------ $30, 000 6. Edenton Harbor, N. C_.................... 1950 73, 750. 00 ---------------- 2, 970. 84 (8) 7. Pembroke Creek, N. C___.__.. __.__. . 1950 15, 000 8. Cashie River, N. C-----------------_----- 1950 40, 73 402. 15, 394. 93 (3) 9. Fishing Creek, N. C.4 6___________________ 1931 22, 715. 10 8, 632. 85 (5) 10. Mackay Creek, N. C.1___ 1938 2 13,374. 60 4, 773.03 (3) 11. Scuppernong River, N. C___ 1950 81, 163. 63 76, 846. 73 (3) 12. Stumpy Point Bay, N. C._._ 1950 40, 582. 82 (3) 13. Channel from Pamlico Sound to Rodanthe, N . C . .- - --..... ...- - - - .- 1950 45, 000 14. Belhaven Harbor, N. C ______ 1950 126, 687. 41 2, 188. 81 (3) 15. Waterway connecting Swan Quarter Bay with Deep Bay, N. C_............_..... 1950 8, 550. 98 10, 433. 40 50, 000 16. South River, N. C.1_______ 1936 12, 452. 02 21,469. 88 17. Bay River, N. C ............. 1950 44, 381.56 49, 518. 44 () 18. Neuse River, N. C- .............-........ 1950 403, 066. 04 288, 845. 63 (3) 19. Contentnea Creek, N. C.1 7..............._ 1941 64, 394. 56 32, 247. 15 20. Swift Creek, N. C.1___.._..........._..._... 1940 1, 600. 00 5, 422. 00 21. Trent River, N. C__.__............._..... 1946 115,199. 45 69, 786. 75 24,600 See footnotes at end of table. RIVERS AND HARBORS-WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 499 L For last Cost and expenditures to Estimated full report, June 30, 1952 amount Name of project see annual required to report for- New work Maintenance complete - -I--------I I __I 22. Smiths Creek (Pamlico County), N. C.1 -_- 1950 $14, 471. 80 $23, 780. 07 (3) 23. Channel connecting Thoroughfare Bay with Cedar Bay, N. C__ 1950 9, 000. 00 15, 549. 01 $30, 000 24. Harbor of Refuge, Cape Lookout, N. C.1_. 1934 1, 368, 798. 72 32, 853. 75 8, 800, 000 25. Northeast (Cape Fear) River, N. C ._.... 1950 10, 687. 96 61, 138. 57 (3) 26. Black River, N. C ..- - - -- 1941 12, 358. 40 36, 071.85 (3) 27. Smiths Creek (Wilmington, N. C.) _-____ 1950 8, 507. 45 17. 61 (3) 28. Lockwoods Folly River, N. C _....._. 1950 17, 818. 50 13, 093. 92 147, 700 29. Shallotte River, N. C___ 3 1950 18, 181. 37 6, 467. 81 (3) 30. Snagging & Clearing under Sec. , R & H Act, 2 Mar. 1945 ----- ------- 1951 --------------- 119, 687. 37 ---------- I Channels adequate for commerce. 2 Report of Norfolk, Va., district. 3 Completed. 4 No commerce reported. 5 Completed to practicable limit. 6 Abandonment recommended in 1926 (H. Doc. 467, 69th Cong., 1st sess.) 7 Abandonment of portion above Snow Hill recommended in 1926 (H. Doc. 467, 69th Cong., 1st sess.) 19. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions Date trans- cument Reco Locality Authorization act mitted to Do ent Congress o. mendatio ,Cogrs Albemarle Sound, N. C., channel River and Harbor Act, to Thoroughfare, either via Lower Mar. 2, 1945. Cashie River, Middle River, and Bachelors Bay, or via any other route. Albemarle Sound, Inland Water- House Public Works Com- way from Norfolk, Va., to Beau- mittee resolution, Apr. fort Inlet, N. C., with a view to 13, 1948. determining the extent that the Inland Waterway affects the farm lands between Albemarle Sound and the Pungo River. (Final report.) Albemarle Sound, Inland Water- Senate Public Works Com- way from Norfolk, Va., to Beau- mittee resolution, Apr. fort Inlet, N. C., with a view to 20, 1948. determining the extent that the Inland Waterway affects the farm lands between Albemarle Sound and the Pungo River. (Final report.) Bachelors Bay, N. C., Lower River and Harbor Act, ....------.------- Cashie River and Middle River, Mar. 2, 1945. Channel via, from Thoroughfare to Albemarle Sound, N. C., or via any other route. Beaufort Inlet, N. C., to Norfolk, House Public Works Com- Va., with a view to determining mittee resolution, Apr. the extent that the Inland Water- 13, 1948. way affects the farm lands and timber lands between Albemarle Sound and Pungo River. (Final report.) Beaufort Inlet, N. C., to Norfolk, Senate Public Works Com- Va., with a view to determining mittee resolution, Apr. the extent that the Inland Water- 20, 1948. way affects the farm lands and timber lands between Albemarle Sound and Pungo River. (Final report.) Beaufort Harbor, N. C., channel Senate Public Works Com- --------------- from Pamlico Sound through mittee resolution, Apr. Core Sound, in the vicinity of 13, 1950. Sealevel. 500 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harber acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendat Congress Belhaven Harbor, N. C., to modify Rivers and Harbors Com- Feb. 26,1952 H. Doe. Favor- existing project for timber break- mittee resolution, Sept. 389, 82d able.t waters at mouth of Pantego 25, 1945. Cong., Creek. 2d sess. Bogue Inlet and Swansboro Har- House Public Works Com- bor, N. C: mittee resolution, June 27, 1950. Cape Channel, Pamlico Sound, House Public Works Com- N. C. mittee resolution, Mar. 15, 1949. Carolina Beach, N. C.............. River and Harbor Act, ............ July 24, 1946. Casey Island, Pamlico Sound, ----... ..................... Sept. 5, 1951 do--------------------- ............ Unfavor-2 Channel via, from Wallace Chan- able. nel to Sheep Island Slue, N. C., Cross-Rock Channel. (Final ... - -- -- report.) Cashie (Lower) River, N. C., River and Harbor Act, Middle River, and Bachelors Mar. 2, 1945. Bay, channel via, from Thorough- .. . .. --- fare to Albemarle Sound, N. C., or any other route. Core Sound to Beaufort Harbor Senate Public Works Com- ...............- from Pamlico Sound, in vicinity mittee resolution, Apr. of Sealevel. 13, 1950. Cross-Rock Channel between Wal- River and Harbor Act, Sept. 5,1951. Unfavor- lace Channel and Sheep Island July 24, 1946. able. Slue, via Casey Island, Pamlico County, N. C. (Final report.) Harkers Point Basin, at Harkers .---- do..... .. . ............... ..---------- Island, Carteret County, N. C. HatterasInlet, channel to Hatteras, Rivers and Harbors Com- .............. N. C. mittee resolution, June 19, 1945. Hatteras, N. C., Rollinson Chan- House Public Works Com- ............... nel, N. C., to provide break- mittee resolution, May waters at entrance to harbor. 13, 1947. Holden Beach, Brunswick County, River and Harbor Act, ............... N. C. July 24, 1946. Middle Creek, N. C._............. River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. ............... Middle River, N. C., Lower River and Harbor Act, Cashie River, and Bachelors Mar. 2, 1945. Bay, channel via, from Thorough- ............... fare to Albemarle Sound, N. C. Morehead City Harbor, N. C_...... Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution, July 1, ............... 1949. Neuse River, N. C................. House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Apr. ............... 21, 1950. Neuse River and tributaries, N. C_. Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Apr. ............... 13, 1950. Neuse and Trent Rivers, N. C..... River and Harbor Act, July 24, 1946. Norfolk, Va., to Beaufort Inlet, House Public Works Com- N. C., Inland Waterway, with a mittee resolution, Apr. view to determining its effects on 13, 1948. farm lands and timber lands be- tween Albemarle Sound and Pungo River. (Final report.) Norfolk, Va., to Beaufort Inlet, Senate Public Works Com- N. C., Inland Waterway, with a mittee resolution, Apr. view to determining its effects on 20, 1948. farm lands and timber lands between Albemarle Sound and Pungo River. (Final report.) Pamlico Sound, N. C., Cape House Public Works Com- Channel. mittee resolution, Mar. 15, 1949. Pamlico Sound to Beaufort Harbor, Senate Public Works Com- N. C., waterway via Core Sound, mittee resolution, Apr. in vicinity of Sealevel. 13, 1950. See footnotes at end of table. RIVERS AND HARBORS--WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 501 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harber acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Pamlico Sound, N. C., channel River and Harbor Act, Sept. 5,1951 Unfavor- from Wallace Channel to Sheep July 24, 1946. able.' Island Slue, via Casey Island, N. C., Cross-Rock Channel. (Final report.) Pantego Creek, N. C., Belhaven Rivers and Harbors Com- Feb. 26,1952 H. Doc. Favor-1 Harbor, N. C., to modify exist- mittee resolution, Sept. 389, 82d able. ing project. 25, 1945. Cong., 2d sess. Pungo River, Inland Waterway House Public Works Com- Norfolk, Va., to Beaufort Inlet, mittee resolution, Apr. N. C., with a view to determin- 13, 1948. ing the extent that the Inland Waterway affects the farm lands and timber lands between Albe- marle Sound and. (Final re- port.) Pungo River, Inland Waterway Senate Public Works Com- Norfolk, Va., to Beaufort Inlet, mittee resolution, Apr. N. C., with a view to determin- 20, 1948. ing the extent that the Inland Waterway affects the farm lands and timber lands between Albe- marle Sound and. (Final re- port.) Rollinson Channel, N. C., to pro- House Public Works Com- vide breakwaters at entrance to mittee resolution, May the harbor at Hatteras, N. C. 13, 1947. Sealevel, N. C., Pamlico Sound to Senate Public Works Com- Beaufort Harbor via Core Sound, mittee resolution, Apr. in vicinity of. 13, 1950. Shallotte River, N, C.............. Senate Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Mar. 12, 1949. Sept. 5,1951 ..---------.. Sheep Island Slue to Wallace Chan- River and Harbor Act, Sept. 595,1951),;--,- Unfavor 2 nel, via Casey Island, Pamlico July 24, 1946. able. Sound, N. C., Cross-Rock Chan- nel. (Final report.) Smiths Creek, N. C ---.............. Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee resolution, Apr. 1, 1946. Swansboro Harbor and Bogue House Public Works Com- Inlet, N. C. mittee resolution, June 27, 1950. Thoroughfare, channel to Albe- River and Harbor Act, marle Sound, N. C., either via Mar. 2, 1945. Lower Cashie River, Middle River, and Bachelors Bay, or via any other route. Topsail Inlet, N. C-_---------..-- River and Harbor Act, May 17, 1950. Trent and Neuse Rivers, N. C..... River and Harbor Act, July 24, 1946. Wallace Channel to Sheep Island ..... do----........---------------- Sept. 5, 1951.---------- Unfavor- Slue, via Casey Island, Pamlico able.3 Sound, N. C., Cross-Rock Chan- nel. (Final report.) 1Favorable to providing basin in Wynne's Gut; unfavorable to modification of breakwaters. ! Favorable to improvement of Wallace Channel (Interim report) (H. Doc. 453, 81st Cong., 2d sess.), unfavorable to other improvement. 20. PASQUOTANK RIVER, N. C. Location.-The work covered by this project is adjacent to that portion of Pasquotank River in Newland Township, Pasquotank County, N. C., northwest of Elizabeth City, N. C., between points about 38 and 45 miles above Albemarle Sound. Existing project.-This provides for flood control on Pasquotank River by construction of a low dike, with gates in Newland Canal and Shepard and Eight-Foot Ditches, extending from U. S. Highway 502 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 158, below the Gates-Pasquotank County line, about 3.6 iniles north- eastward and eastward through the swamp, terminating about 700 feet south of the Pasquotank River. The estimated Federal cost of construction, revised in 1952, is $125,000. The project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved May 17, 1950. (See H. Doc. 306, 81st Cong., 1st sess., which contains the latest published maps.) Local cooperation.-The Flood Control Act of May 17, 1950, provided that local interests furnish, without cost to the United States, all lands, easements, and rights of way necessary for the construction of the project; hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction works; and maintain and operate all the works after completion in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Sec- retary of the Army. Operations and results during fiscal year.--None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No work has been done. Proposedoperations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $125,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: New work: Construction of dike and appurtenances, by contract, Oct. 1, 1953, to Mar. 31, 1954_--------$-------_------------_- ;$ Cost and Financial Summary Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project------------------- $125, 000 21. SNAGGING AND CLEARING UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 2 OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED AUGUST 28, 1937, AS AMENDED The flood control act approved August 28, 1937, as amended by the flood control acts approved August 11, 1939, August 18, 1941, and July 24, 1946, authorized the allotment of not to exceed $1,000,000 from the flood-control appropriations for any one fiscal year for the removal of accumulated snags and other debris from, and clearing and straightening of channels in, navigable streams and tributaries thereof when such work is advisable in the interests of flood control; provided that not more than $50,000 shall be allotted for this purpose for any single tributary from the appropriations for any one fiscal year. An allotment of $34,000 was made for fiscal year 1949 for new work snagging and clearing on New River, Onslow County, N. C., between mile 31 and mile 44.6. During the fiscal year 1952 an allotment of $50,000 was received, plus $15,000 contributed by local interests, a total of $65,000, for clearing and snagging Trent River between Trenton (mile 38) and the Jones-Lenoir County line (mile 75.5). Operations and results during fiscal year.--Between April 2 and June 30, 1952, Government plant and hired labor removed obstruc- tions from the channel and banks beginning at the Jones-Lenoir County line to a point 9.2 miles below, at a cost of $19,465. The ex- penditures were $13,246.92. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The project was about 25 percent completed. The total costs to June 30, 1952, were $19,465. The expenditures were $13,246.92. FLOOD CONTROL---WILMINGTON, N. C., DISTRICT 503 Proposed operations.-The project will be completed during fiscal year 1953. Cost and financial summary NEW RIVER, ONSLOW COUNTY, N. C. Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June .30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated_..-.. -............ $34, 000 .....------------------- -$104. 45 $33, 895. 55 Cost--------------------------------- ............ $33, 895. 55 .----..-..---....-.- [ 33, 895. 55 Expenditures.......... . . . ............ 33, 895. 55 -- ------- .--.. _-- - 33, 895. 55 TRENT RIVER BETWEEN TRENTON, N. C., AND JONES-LENOIR COUNTY LINE, JONES COUNTY, N. C. Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: ------------............ Appropriated----------------......... ----............ ---------------- $50, 000.00 $50,000.00 Cost--------------............----....----------------------------- ............ ----- 19, 465.00 19, 465.00 Expenditures........------------------ ............ ----------............ ----------------- 13, 246.92 13, 246.92 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952----------- -------------- $30, 535 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953--------------- 30, 535 TRENT RIVER BETWEEN TRENTON, N. C. AND JONES-LENOIR COUNTY LINE, JONES COUNTY, N. C. Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated. --------------------.-- . ----.. . ----.. $15,000 1$15, 000 ]Funds contributed by local interests. Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------------------------- $15, 000 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953--------------15, 000 22. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES FOR FLOOD CONTROL The costs during the fiscal year were $2,567 for examinations and surveys and .$2,105.01 for contingencies, a total of $4,672.01. The expenditures were $5,332.38. The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $1,171.40, plus allotment for fiscal year 1953 of $6,300, of which $5,100 was for examinations and surveys and $1,200 for contingencies, a total of $7,471.40, will be applied as needed during fiscal year 1953 for payment of expenses incurred under this heading. The additional sums of $22,900 for examinations and surveys and $1,750 for contingencies, a total of $24,650, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954. 504 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY,1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-....... $40, 000. 00 $45, 000. 00 $40, 000. 00 $26, 500. 00 $2,000.00 $209, 481.29 Cost---------------................ 28, 135. 83 61, 581.36 36, 213. 16 22, 674. 86 4, 672. 01 208, 536. 84 Expenditures-------- 27, 147. 52 57, 854. 74 40, 761. 29 22, 859.07 5,332.38 208, 309.89 23. INACTIVE PROJECTS For last Cost and expenditures to Estimated full report, June 30, 1952 amount re- Name of project see annual quired to report for- New work Maintenance complete 1. Tar River, N. C......................... 1939 $81, 265. 61............... Completed. 2. Goldsboro, Neuse River, N. C......... 1950 50, 429.62............ Do. 24. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigati ons for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. menatment ... Congress Cape Fear River, N. C., for flood Flood Control Committee ........................... control. resolution, May 2, 1946. Cape Fear River, N. C.. for flood Flood Control Committee .... . ............... control on the Northeast (Cape resolution, Oct. 8, 1945. Fear) River. Core Creek, N. C., Neuse River, do-------- --............................... for flood control. Cucklers Creek and Pantego Creek, Flood Control Act, June ............... ............ N. C. 30, 1948. Edenton, N. C., for flood control Flood Control Act, May 17, ............... ............ along Filberts Creek, N. C. 1950. Filberts Creek at Edenton, N. C., ....- do-.........-----..------------.. ----------............ for flood control. Neuse River, N. C., for flood con- Flood Control Committee......... ............ trol along Core Creek, N. C. resolution, Oct. 8, 1945. Neuse River and tributaries, for Flood Control Committee ........................... flood control between Smith- resolution, Mar. 1, 1946. field and Wayne County line, N. C. Neuse River, N. C., and tribu- Senate Public Works Comn- . _.......................... taries, for flood control, naviga- mittee resolution, Apr. tion, and other purposes. 13, 1950. Neuse River, N. C., and tribu- House Public Works Com- .......................... taries, for flood control, naviga- mittee resolution, Apr. tion, and other purposes. 21, 1950. Northeast (Cape Fear) River, for Flood Control Committee ......................... flood control. resolution, Oct. 8, 1945. Pantego Creek and Cucklers Creek, Flood Control Act, June ........................... N.C. 30, 1948. Flood Control Act, May ........................... Perquimans River, N. C--------........... 17, 1950. Six Runs River, N. C.............. House Public Works Com- ........................... mittee resolution, Aug. 16, 1950. Smithfield and Wayne County Flood Control Committee ........................... line, N. C. Neuse, River and resolution, Mar. 1, 1946. tributaries, for flood control between. IMPROVEMENT OF RIVERS AND HARBORS IN THE CHARLESTON, S. C., DISTRICT This district comprises all of South Carolina (except the local watersheds draining into the Savannah River), western-central North Carolina, and a very small portion of southwestern Virginia. It embraces the drainage basins tributary to the Atlantic Ocean between Little River and Port Royal Sound, except the watersheds of Mackay and Skull Creeks, and excluding Hilton Head Island. It includes the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway in the same reach. District engineer: Col. C. L. Landaker, Corps of Engineers. Division engineer of the South Atlantic Division, Atlanta, Ga., comprising the Wilmington, N. C., Charleston, S. C., Savannah, Ga., Jacksonville, Fla., and Mobile, Ala., districts: Col. C. K. Harding, Corps of Engineers. IMPROVEMENTS Navigation Navigation-Continued Page Page 1. Atlantic Intracoastal Water- 7. Inactive navigation projects. 517 way between Norfolk, 8. Miscellaneous activities. -- 517 Va., and the St. Johns Flood Control River, Fla. (Charleston District) ------- ------- 505 9. Yadkin River, N. C.-..... 518 2. Georgetown Harbor, S. C.... 508 10. Preliminary examinations, 3. Charleston Harbor, S. C .. 510 surveys, and contingen- 4. Shipyard River, S. C.. ---- 514 cies for flood control--.. 519 5. Examinations, surveys, and 11. Inactive flood-control proj- contingencies (general) _.. 516 ects-------------------- 519 6. Plant allotment- ---- - - - 516 12. Miscellaneous activities.----- 520 1. ATLANTIC INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY BETWEEN NORFOLK, VA., AND THE ST. JOHNS RIVER, FLA. (CHARLESTON DISTRICT) Location.-This section of the waterway begins at Little River near the North and South Carolina State line, and extends generally southerly along the coast of South Carolina to Winyah Bay, 62 miles; thence 63.5 miles to Charleston; thence 84.5 miles to and in- cluding Port Royal Sound; a total distance of 210 miles. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 835, 836, 837, and 838.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1881, and June 13, 1902. For further details see page 613, annual report for 1932. Existing project.--This provides for a waterway 12 feet deep at mean low water and not less than 90 feet wide from Little River to and including Port Royal Sound, with a branch channel of the same dimensions to McClellanville, a total of 210 miles; for the construc- tion of three bridges crossing the waterway in Horry County, S. C.; and for an anchorage basin 125 feet wide, 335 feet long, and 12 feet deep near Myrtle Beach, S. C. The mean range of tide at Little River is 5 feet; Winyah Bay, at Georgetown, 3.3 feet; at Charleston, 5.1 feet; and at Port Royal Sound, 7.2 feet. 505 506 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $7,361,600 The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $199,600. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Sept. 19,1890 Channel from Minim Creek to Winyah Bay---------.......... Annual report, 1889, p. 1184. June 13,1902 Channel from Charleston to a point opposite McClel- H. Doc. 84, 56th Cong., 1st sess.,. lanville. and annual report 1900, p. 1908. Mar. 2,1907 Branch channel to McClellanville_ ---.....-- ... Annual report, 1903, p. 1133. Mar. 2,1919 Extending the channel to Minim Creek, thence H. Dec.178, 63d Cong., 1st sess. through the Estherville-Minim Creek Canal to Winyah Bay. Mar. 3, 1925 Cut across the Santee Delta at Four Mile Creek...... H. Doec. 237, 68th Cong., 1st sess. Do- Widening and deepening the waterway from Charles- S.Doec.178, 68th Cong., 2d sess. ton to Beaufort. July 3,1930 A waterway 8 feet deep and 75 feet wide from Cape H. Dec.41, 71st Cong., 1st sess. Fear River to Winyah Bay. Aug. 30, 19351 Construction of bridges across the waterway in Rivers and Harbors Committee Horry County, S. C. Doec. 14, 72d Cong., 1st sess. Aug. 30,1935 2 Cut-off between Ashepoo and Coosaw Rivers-........ H. Doe. 129, 72d Cong., 1st sess. Do....... Enlarging the channel from Winyah Bay to Charles- Rivers and Harbors Committee ton, including the branch channel to McClellan- Doec. 11, 72d Cong., 1st sess. ville, to depth of 10 feet and bottom width of 90 feet. Aug. 26, 1937 Increasing dimensions of waterway to 12 feet deep Rivers and Harbors Committee 3 and 90 feet wide. Doec. 6, 75th Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 2,1945 Anchorage basin 125 feet wide, 335 feet long, 12 feet H. Dec.327, 76th Cong., 1st sess. deep, near Myrtle Beach, S. C. 1Included in Public Works Administration program Sept. 6, 1933. 2Included in Emergency Relief Administration program May 28, 1935. 3 Contain latest published maps. Local cooperation.--Fully complied with, except for condition, in House Document 327, Seventy-sixth Congress, first session, which require that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, as and when required, all lands, easements, and rights of way.and spoil-disposal areas for the initial work and for subsequent mainte- nance; and give assurances, satisfactory to the Secretary of War, that they will provide and maintain suitable mooring piles, walkways,. and road connections open to the public without cost, and will provide and operate servicing facilities for recreational craft, open to all on equal and reasonable terms, all as may be required by the Secretary of War. Terminal facilities.-There are rail-water terminals at Georgetown, Charleston, Yonges Island, and Port Royal, and numerous open-pile wharves mostly for shipping agricultural products, fish, oysters, and pulpwood. These facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operationsand results dwring fiscal year.-Project dimensions were restored at 9 shoals in a 26-mile reach between mile 343, four miles south of Little River highway bridge, and mile 369, four miles south of the combination railway-highway bridge by the pipeline dredge Cherokee, by contract, removing 107,046 cubic yards of material at a cost of $51,829.58. Project dimensions were restored at 11 shoals in a 51-mile reach between Winyah Bay, mile 411, and the highway bridge at mile 462, by the pipeline dredge Northwood, by contract, removing 378,283 cubic yards of material at a cost of $80,895.61. Project dimensions were restored at 6 shoals in a 49-mile reach be- tween the highway bridge in Wappoo Creek, mile 471, and Coosaw RIVERS AND HARBORS-CHARLESTON, S. C., DISTRICT 507 River, mile 520, by the pipeline dredge Cherokee, by contract, re- moving 177,948 cubic yards of material at a cost of $38,585.76. The cost of surveys and supervision was $6,830.70. Total costs during the year were $178,141.65 for maintenance. The expenditures were $177,843.81. Conditin at end of fiscal year.- The existing project was about 99 percent completed. That portion of the existing project pro- viding for a channel 12 feet deep and 90 feet wide was completed in 1940; the work remaining consisted of providing an anchorage basin 125 feet wide, 335 feet long and 12 feet deep near Myrtle Beach, S. C. Surveys during June 1952 showed a controlling cen- ter-line depth of 9.5 feet at mean low water between mile 342 at Little River, S. C., and mile 337 at Bucksport, S. C., in the Little River to Winyah Bay section; thence 10 feet at mean low water between mile 411 at the Winyah Bay end of the Esterville-Minim Creek Canal and mile 464 at Charleston Harbor in the Winyah Bay to Charleston section; thence 10 feet at local mean low water between miles 470 and 552 in the Charleston to Port Royal Sound section. Surveys during June 1952 showed a controlling center-line depth of 6.2 feet in the branch channel to McClellanville. The cost of the existing project to the end of the fiscal year for new work has been $4,011,951.06 from regular funds, $3,259,294.02 from Public Works funds and $74,642.87 from Emergency Relief funds, a total of $7,345,887.95. The costs at the end of the fiscal yead for maintenance have been $4,695,865.22 from regular funds, $13,308.01 from Public Works funds, and $54,915.78 from Emergency Relief funds, a total of $4,764,089.01. The total cost of all work has been $12,109,976.96. The expenditures have been $8,706,932.59 from regular funds, $3,272,602.03 from Public Works funds, and $129,558.65 from Emergency Relief funds, a total of $12,109,093.27. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $8,181.86, plus an allotment of $115,400 during the fiscal year 1953, a total of $123,581.86, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952--.--.- --- _---.---------- . $883. 69 Maintenance : Dredging by contract to restore project dimensions at intermit- tent critical shoal reaches between Little River and Enter- prise, S. C., November 1952; Charleston and Beaufort, S. C., Jan. 1 to Mar. 15, 1953 ....--------------------- - 114,298. 17 Condition surveys-------------------------------------- 3,600.00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) -------.. . . 4, 800. 00 Total maintenance .----.......... ----------- 122, 698.17 Total for all work----------------------.-------.--.. 123, 581. 80 The additional sum of $232,200 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 as follows: Dredging by contract to restore project dimensions at intermit- tent critical shoal reaches between Little River and Beaufort, S. C-------------------------------------------------- $221,000 Condition surveys---.-----....-----------------------.... 8, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) --------- 3, 200 Total for all work -------------------- - .232, 200 508 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-.----------.------------.----..-------.------------------------$7,455,377.59 Cost. . ..---------- ---- -------- . .,--------------------- ------------ --------- 7, 455,377. 59 Expenditures......... ---................---------- ------------ ...........------------ 7, 455, 377. 59 ...........--------- ..........-----------........ Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $403, 000. 00 $429,000.00 $133, 646.03 $50, 542. 54 $185,195.00 4, 840, 809. 46 Cost .. - 377, 304.73 ...--------.--- 295. 242. 33 295, 541.39 53, 455. 18 178, 141.65 4, 833, 511. 29 Expenditures-...----.... 377, 301. 17 286, 883. 00 305, 835. 98 52, 937. 63 177, 843.81 4, 832, 627. 60 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project-....---- __------ $15, 700 2. GEORGETOWN HARBOR, S. C. Location.-On the coast of South Carolina, 50 miles northeast of Charleston Harbor and 90 miles southwest of the entrance to Cape Fear River, N. C. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 787.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of August 2, 1882; August 5, 1886; and June 25, 1910. For further details see page 1806 of annual report for 1915; page 549 of annual report for 1938; and page 442 of annual report for 1944. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 27 feet deep from that depth in the Atlantic Ocean to and including a turning basin in Sampit River, 600 feet wide across the outer bar and in the gorge and 400 feet wide thence to a turning basin at the head of the project via a cut-off across the peninsula in Sampit River, with a side channel 2,400 feet long and not less than 250 feet wide leading to a turning basin at the upper end of the built-up portion of the city waterfront, widened at the bends, to be secured and maintained by two jetties of stone on brush mattresses, springing respectively from North and South Islands, the north jetty having a length of 11,139 and the south jetty 21,051 feet. The project also provides for the continued main- tenance to a depth of 18 feet for a width of 400 feet of the bypassed portion of Sampit River opposite the city of Georgetown. The cost to the Federal Government for new work in completing the existing project was $4,615,903.55. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $313,500. The mean range of tide at Georgetown is 3.3 feet; spring tides have a mean range of 3.9 feet. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 5,1886 Jetties and earthen dike to protect south jetty..------ H. Ex. Doc. 258, 48th Cong., 2d sess., and annual report, 1885, pp. 1154-1170, and H. Ex. Doc. 117, 50th Cong., 2d sess., and an- nual report, 1889, pp. 1110-1115. June 25,1910 Previous project channel dimensions and training H. Doc. 398, 58th Cong., 2d sess. wall. -and annual report, 1904, pp. 1591-1609. Mar. 2,1945 27-foot channel from ocean, including a turning H. Doc. 211, 76th Cong., 1st sess basin in Sampit River. (Contains latest published map.) June 30,1948 Cut-off and side channel in Sampit River .... S. Doc. 21, 81st Cong., 1st sess. .-------- RIVERS AND HARBORS--CHARLESTON, S. C., DISTRICT 509 Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-The terminal facilities at the port of George- town served by this improvement consist of 4 wharves of ordinary timber construction, 1 of creosoted-timber construction, suitable for oceangoing vessels, and a number of smaller wharves and landing places. These are considered adequate for the present commerce of the port. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-New work: The derrick boat Little Boss, under contract, completed the removal of logs, stumps, and debris from a depth of about 25 feet in the entrance channel, at a cost of $15,012.62 to the end of the fiscal year. The expenditures were $35,290.30. Maintenance: The pipeline dredge Hampton Roads, by contract, completed restoring project dimensions in the Sampit River, upper Winyah Bay and Eastern Channels of the project July 10, 1951, at a costof $89.85, and on February 18, 1952 the pipeline dredge Pullen, by contract, commenced dredging to restore project dimensions in the same channels, and to the end of the fiscal year removed 1,295,869 cubic yards of material at a cost of $209,692.19. The pipeline dredge Barlow, by lease, commenced dredging to restore project dimensions in the entrance channel, and to the end of the fiscal year had worked 54 days at a cost of $392,996.19. The cost of surveys and supervision was $3,697.11. The total cost during the year was $606,475.34. Expenditures were $428,952.43. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1951. The jetties were completed in 1903-04. The crest elevations range from 8 to -4 feet and are as much as 12 feet below their original height. Dikes of various forms have been built to protect the South Island beach and the shore end of the south jetty. An earth dike 4,100 feet long has been constructed east of the Eastern Channel, largely from original channel excavation, to assist in maintaining the channel. The Sampit River entrance is protected 'on the east side by a timber and brush training wall 2,000 feet long. Surveys in June 1952 showed a controlling depth of 27 feet at mean, low water for 400-foot width from the ocean to the Gorge Channel, thence 27 feet for 300-foot width through the Gorge and Eastern Channel, thence a controlling depth of 27 feet for 300-foot width to the head of the project via the Sampit River cut-off. The side channel and turning basin have a controlling depth of 20 feet. Center-line surveys made in June 1952 showed a controlling depth of 8.5 feet in the bypassed portion of Sampit River. The costs of the existing project to the end of the fiscal year have been $4,615,903.55 for new work and $2,721,551.14 for maintenance, a total for $7,337,454.69. The expenditures have been $7,086,752.40. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, 245554-53-vol. 1 33 510 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 $430,377.63, plus an allotment of $134,400 during the fiscal year 1953, a total of $564,777.63, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------------------------------ $250, 702. 29 Maintenance: Complete dredging by contract to restore project dimensions in entrance channel, July 1-13, 1952--------------- ----- 145, 003. 81 Complete dredging by contract to restore project dimensions in Inner Harbor, July 1-18, 1952------------------------ 29, 320. 81 Dredging by contract to restore project depth of 27 feet for safe navigable widths at the most critical shoaled reaches between the head of the project in Sampit River and the lower end of Eastern Channel, Mar. 1 to May 15, 1953 --------------- 135, 350. 72 Condition surveys----------1, ---------------------------- 1 .00. Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) --------- 3, 000. 00 Total maintenance-- 14, 075. 34 ------------------- 3------------- Total for all work--------------------------------564,777.63 The additional sum of $390,800 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: Maintenance : Dredging by contract to remove the most critical shoals as re- quired to restore project depth in the upper reaches of the project --------------------------------------------- $255, 000 Dredging by United States hopper dredge Lyman to restore project depth in the entrance channel from the Ocean, Apr. 1 to June 30, 1954-------------------------------------------- 130, 000 Condition surveys------------------- -------------------- - 3, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) .----------- 2,800 Total for all work----------------------------------------- 390, 800 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated-......... $800, 000.00 $1,447,686.25 $400, 000. 00 $480, 000.00------------ $7,061, 755.40 Cost-------------- --- 808,155.16 1, 971, 369.56 578, 684.84 361, 336. 97 $15, 012.62 7, 061, 755.40 Expenditures.-------- 687, 035.69 1, 621, 848.52 948,102. 70 444, 709. 70 35, 290.30 7, 061, 755.40 Maintenance: Appropriated -- ----- 5, 000.00--------- 323, 996.67 366, 442.59 781, 898.13 3, 015, 782. 85 Cost ---------------- 666. 00 2, 300.40 319, 055.98 370,466. 99 606, 475.34 2, 836, 107.51 Expenditures--- ------ 666.00 2, 300.40 281, 983. 76 334, 359. 83 428, 952.43 2, 585, 405. 22 3. CHARLESTON HARBOR, S. C. Location.-On the coast of South Carolina, about 15 miles southerly of the midpoint of the coast line, 50 miles southwest of Winyah Bay, S. C., and 80 miles northeast of the mouth of the Savannah River. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 1239 and 470.) Previous projects.--Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of August 30,1852; June 18, 1878; August 11, 1888; March 3, 1899; June 25, 1910; August 8, 1917; and July 18, 1918. For further details see page 1808, annual report for 1915; page 579, annual report for 1926; page 562, annual report for 1938. RIVERS AND HARBORS-CHARLESTON, S. C., DISTRICT 511 Exsting project.--This provides for commercial purposes a channel 35 feet deep, 1,000 feet wide from the sea to the inner end of the jetties, thence 600 feet wide to Town Creek, thence 500 feet wide through Town Creek thence 600 feet wide to the navy yard, and thence 400 feet wide to Goose Creek, with a turning basin 700 feet wide at the port terminals, together with a channel 30 feet deep, 600 feet wide in Cooper River around the east and north sides of Drum Island; also an anchorage area 30 feet deep in the water area between Castle Pinckney and Fort Moultrie; also a channel in Shem Creek 10 feet deep and 110 feet wide from a flared entrance from Hog Island channel to and in- cluding a turning basin 130 feet wide and 400 feet long with the upper end 250 feet upstream of the Mount Pleasant public wharf. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $4,412,000, exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $642,700. The existing project includes the maintenance of two entrance jetties completed in 1895 under previous projects. These jetties are of stone on log-mattress foundation, the north jetty 15,443 feet long and the south jetty 19,104 feet long; the distance between their axes at the outer end is 2,900 feet. The height as originally built, except the sub- merged inner portions and the gap left in the south jetty, was 12 feet above mean low water for the greater part of their length. The project also provides for a 40-foot channel 1,000 feet wide from the sea to the inner ends of the jetties, described above, thence 600 feet wide to the south pier at the navy yard, and thence 1,000 feet wide to the commandant's wharf, at an estimated first cost of $3,603,000 and $250,000 annually for maintenance, both figures being additional to the estimates for the commercial project given above, and that it be considered as a national defense rather than a commercial measure and be prosecuted only as found necessary in the interest of national defense. The mean tidal range is 5.2 feet, though this is increased to 7 or 8 feet under the influence of northeast winds or prolonged storms. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 18,1878 2 jetties 1------------ Annual report, 1878, pp. 553-572. Aug. 8,1917 Increase in depth to 30 feet with width of 500 feet be- H. Doec. 288, 62d Cong., 2d sess. tween the jetties and 1,000 feet seaward thereof. July 18,1918 The 40-foot channel to the navy yard. (Act provided H. Doc. 1946, 64th Cong., 2d sess., that the 40-foot channel should not be undertaken pt. 1, pp. 21-29, 57, 58, and 61-63. "until the proposed new drydocks at this navy yard, carrying a depth of 40 feet of water over the blocks, has been authorized." This dock was authorized in the naval appropriation act approved July 1, 1918 (40 Stat. L. 725). Jan. 21,1927 Present project dimensions of the channels for com- H. Doc. 249, 69th Cong., 1st sess. mercial purposes, and for the present project widths (Contains latest published maps.) of the 40-foot channel which was authorized as a national-defense measure. Oct. 17,1940 The 35-foot channel depth from the sea to the head H. Doc. 259, 76th Cong., 1st sess. of the project via Cooper Rives and Town Creek, also a channel in Shem Creek to Mount Pleasant, 110 feet wide and 10 feet deep, including a turning basin at the upper end. Mar. 2,1945 An anchorage area 30 feet deep in the water area be- H. Doc. 156, 77th Cong.. 1st sess. tween Castle Pinckney and Fort Moultrie. 1 Completed under previous projects. 512 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.-Thisproject authorized in the River and Har- bor Act of October 17, 1940 (H. Doc. 259, 76th Cong., 1st sess.), is subject to the requirements that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, suitable spoil-disposal areas as and when re- quired for initial work and for subsequent maintenance. All prior requirements have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-Piersand slips extend for about 1 mile along the eastern waterfront of the city of Charleston, and an additional mile is covered by marginal wharves. The South Carolina State Ports Authority operates the terminal at Columbus Street, large piers near Market Street and operates the belt-line railway serving all wharves and warehouses, and connecting with trunk lines entering the city. Modern facilities are also at the Southern Railway coal pier and the wharves of the Standard Oil Co., the Charleston Shipyards, Inc., the Seaboard Air Line Railroad, the Southern Railway Co., the Concentration Warehouse & Compress Co., and the Charleston Tide- water Terminals, Inc. On Cooper River above the navy yard a compress and warehouse company has a marginal wharf 750 feet long; the Texas Corp., the Sinclair Refining Co., and the Cooper River Terminals, Inc., maintain piers at their properties; and the South Carolina State Ports Author- ity operates a large terminal capable of berthing four cargo vessels. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. For further details, see Port Series No. 13, revised 1950, Corps of Engi- neers. Operations and results during fiscal year.--The pipeline dredges Pullen and Washington, by contract, completed restoring project dimensions in Cooper River and Town Creek Channels on October 20, 1951, removing 1,573,921 cubic yards of material during the fiscal year at a cost of $301,609.39. The United States hopper dredge Gerig and hired labor restored project dimensions in the entrance and South Channels and in the Cooper River Channel east of Drum Island, re- moving 1,444,755 cubic yards of material at a cost of $120,034.53. On May 1, 1952 the pipeline dredge Admiral, by contract, commenced dredging to restore project dimensions in Cooper River and Town Creek Channels and to the end of the fiscal year removed 787,278 cubic yards of material at a cost of $169,257.67. Tests of improve- ment plans in the model of Charleston Harbor constructed at the United States Waterway Experiment Station, Vicksburg, Miss., were completed during July 1951, and the report of results is being pre- pared by that station. Companion prototype studies in Charleston Harbor were made by the district office personnel. Costs in connec- tion with the model study were $57,008.94. The cost of surveys and supervision was $8,366.94. The total cost for the year was $656,277.47 for maintenance. The expenditures were $600,215.74. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 43 percent completed. The jetties protecting the entrance channel across the bar were completed in 1895. These jetties are described in the "Existing project." The existing project was completed during May 1949 except for the anchorage area 30 feet deep in the water area between Castle Pinckney and Fort Moultrie. RIVERS AND HARBORS-CHARLESTON, S. C., DISTRICT 513 Surveys during the latter part of the fiscal year in the entrance, South and Cooper River Channels showed a controlling depth of 32 feet for 400-foot width from the 35-foot contour in the ocean to the head of the project, except at a shoal in Town Creek where the controlling depth is 30 feet for 300-foot width, and a shoal in the northerly end of the Cooper River Channel on the east side of Drum Island, where the controlling depth is 26 feet for 300-foot width. A center-line survey in Shem Creek during June 1952 showed a con- trolling depth of 6 feet. The cost of the existing project has been $1,857,964.34 from regular funds and $57,813.37 from Public Works funds, a total of $1,915,777.71 for new work, and $5,314,468.72 from regular funds and $56,086.63 from Public Works funds, a total of $5,370,555.35 for maintenance, a grand total of $7,286,333.06, exclusive of $600 contributed funds. Expenditures have been $7,091,516.97 from regular funds and $113,900 from Public Works funds, a total of $7,205,416.97. In addition, $600 from contributed funds were expended for maintenance. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $331,433.13, plus an allotment of $505,800 during the fiscal year 1953, a total of $837,233.13, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952--..----------------------------- $80,916.09 Maintenance: Complete dredging by contract to restore project dimensions in Town Creek and Cooper River Channels, July 1 to Septem- ber 15, 1952 ---------------------------------------- 237,290.00 Dredging to restore project dimensions as required in the Entrance and South Channels by United States hopper dredge Gerig and hired labor, Jan. 1 to Feb. 28, 1953_ ------------ 177,000.00 Dredging by contract to restore project dimensions at inter- mittent shoals in Town Creek and Cooper River Channels, Feb. 1 to Apr. 30, 1953--- --------------------------- 256,736.04 Construct by contract dikes around spoil areas on Drum Island---------------------------------------------30,000.00 Continuation of model and prototype studies of Charleston Harbor and preparation and completion of final report, July 1, 1952 to June 30, 1953----------------------------- 45,491.00 Condition surveys - ----------------------------------- 4, 500.00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) - -------. 5,300.00 Total maintenance ---- ---- ------------------ ----- 756,317.04 Total for all work------ --------------------------- 837,233.13 The additional sum of $800,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: Maintenance.: Dredging by the United States hopper dredge Gerig in the lower harbor and entrance channel from the ocean, to restore safe navigable dimensions as required, Jan. 1 to Feb. 28, 1954----, $180,000 Dredging by contract at critical reaches between the lower harbor. and the head of the project at the former ordnance dock, as may be found necessary by condition surveys ------------ 407,000 Repair by contract the north masonry pile of the engineer whaf ....L--------- -L-,;~- -------------- 90,009~ i,-- ------- -- 15 Construct by contract earthen dikes around the spoil areas on Daniels Island--------- _-----------1 -. - ----- 50,000 Condition surveys-,-- -,-------- ------------- .......... 6,000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies). i:.:. 7,0 Total for all work------- ... -----------------.... 800,000 514 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to Jane 30, 1952, includ- ing scal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated -- ..---------------- $178,000.00 ------------------------------- $8,502,232.82 Cost ----.---------- $182,919.29 178,000.00 ---------.------------------------ 8,502.232.82 Expenditures-....... 182, 919. 29 175, 770. 50 8, 502, 232. 82 $2, 229. 50 -----------..........--........---------.... Maintenance: Appropriated......... 541,000. 00 349, 000.. 0 759, 825. 82 $667, 872. 32 609, 393. 87 1 6, 023. 061.89 Cost-------------- 661, 459. 54 297, 714. 27 807, 980. 46 370, 471.68 656, 277. 47 1 5, 772, 544. 85 Expenditures-......... 700, 648. 11 295, 464. 94 708, 804. 61 451, 452. 46 600, 215. 74 1 5, 691,628. 76 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project--------------- $2,496, 000 1Does not include $600 contributed funds. 4. SHIPYARD RIVER, S. C. Location.-This waterway is a salt-water tidal tributary of Charles- ton Harbor, S. C. It has its source about one-half mile below the United States navy yard, whence it flows southerly about 3 miles and empties into Cooper River about three-fourths mile above Drum Island. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 470.) Previous projects.--Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of July 25, 1912; March 3, 1925; July 3, 1930; August 30, 1935; and August 26, 1937. For further details of previous projects see page 610, annual report for 1932, and page 463, annual report for 1944. Existing project.--This provides for a channel 30 feet deep at mean low water and 200 feet wide, widened at the entrance, from deep water in Cooper River to the vicinity of the plant of the Pittsburgh Metallurgical Co., with a turning basin 30 feet deep opposite the Gulf Oil Corp. terminal and a turning basin 30 feet deep at the upper end of the project. The mean tidal variation is 5.2 feet. The cost of new work for the completed project exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects, was $487,824. The latest ,(1952)approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $127,400. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 3,1930 Channel depths of 12 and 2Qfeet--...----......---.....--........ Rivers and Harbors Committee Doe. 13, 71st Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 20,1935 A 28-foot channel from Cooper River to the Gulf Oil Rivers and Harbors Committee Corp.'s terminal, and the deepening of the channel Doc.43, 73d Cong., 2d sess. above that point to 20 feet from the depth of 12 feet previously authorized without local cooperation. Aug. 26, 1937 1 Enlargement of the channel to a depth of 30 feet and Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 a width of 200 feet up to the Gulf Oil Corp.'s ter. Doc. 38, 75th Cong., 1st sess. minal with a turning basin 30 feet deep at the latter point. hag. ', 1945 Extension of the existing 30-foot channel to vicinity H. Doc. 93,79th Cong., 1st sess. of the Pittsburg Metallurgical Co. plant, with a turning basin at the upper end. i Included in Emergency Relief Administration program May 28, 1935. SContains latest published map. RIVERS AND HARBORS---CHARLESTON, S. C., DISTRICT 515 Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-In the lower three-quarter mile of the channel are the large marginal wharves of the Gulf Oil Corp. and the Ship- yard River Terminal Co., the latter handling chiefly fertilizer and fertilizer materials. These wharves accommodate deep-draft, ocean- going vessels. On the upper channel is the Pittsburgh Metallurgical Co.'s wharf for handling ores. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The pipeline dredge Pullen, by contract, restored project dimensions over the entire project, removing 564 191 cubic yards of material at a cost of $122,019.27. The cost of surveys and supervision was $193.73. The total costs during the year were $122,213.00 for maintenance. The expenditures were $122,213.00 for maintenance and $14,389.60 for new work. The total expenditures were $136,602.60. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, providing for a 30-foot channel in Cooper River to the Pittsburgh Metallurgical Co., including a turning basin at the latter point and at the Gulf Oil Corp. wharf, together with a flared entrance at Cooper River, was completed during June 1951 and a survey showed project dimensions had been obtained. The costs to the end of the fiscal year have been $456,260.39 from regular funds and $31,563.71 from Emergency Relief funds, a total of $487,824.10 for new work; and $1,234,388.23 from regular funds for maintenance, a total of $1,722,212.33. The expenditures have been $1,690,648.62 from regular funds, and $31,563.71 from Emergency Relief funds, a total of $1,722,212.33. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $2,300, plus an allotment of $105,100 during the fiscal year 1953, a total of $107,400, will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Dredging by contract to restore project dimensions from the mouth to the head of the project, including the turning basins opposite the Gulf Oil Corp. and the Pittsburgh Metallurgical Co., Nov. 1 to Dec. 31, 1952-------------------------------------- $105,300 Condition surveys--------- --------------------------------- 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies).. 200 1-----------, Total for all work ------------------------------------ 107, 400 The additional sum of $141,800 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during the fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Dredging by contract to restore project depth, Oct. 1 to Dec. 31, 1953 ------------------------------------------- $139, 000 Condition surveys ----------------------------- --------- 2, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ........... 800 - Total for all work---------- ...... _ -- . - - -- -141, 800 516 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S, ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948. New work: Appropriated---..... -----------------------............ $375,000.00 . ..-----............ $491, 974.10 Cost, ------------- 4,162.06 $370,837.94-4 974.10 Expenditures--- .......------------......------------ 4, 081. 74 356,528. 66 $14,389.60 491, 974.10 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $75, 700.00 $100, 000.00 69,100. 00 66, 811.36 124, 513.00 1,236, 688. 28 Cost--.....---------- 44, 638. 23 126, 948. 45 38,997.41 107, 289.40 122, 213.00 1, 234, 388.23 Expenditures--------......... 34, 977. 61 92, 697. 83 82, 908.65 107, 289. 40 122, 213. 00 1,234, 388.23 s Includes $31,563.71 Emergency Relief funds. 5. EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES (GENERAL) The cost of the work during the year was $7,518 for examinations and surveys, and $16,928.47 for contingencies, a total of $24,446.47 from regular funds. The expenditures during the year were $7,518 for examinations and surveys and $16,648.47 for contingencies, a total of $24,166.47. The unexpended balance June 30, 1952, of $1,249.22 for examinations and surveys and $1,588.63 for contingencies, a total of $2,837.85, plus allotments for fiscal year 1953 of $5,000 for exam- inations and surveys and $5,800 for contingencies during the fiscal year 1953, a total of $13,637.85, will be applied to the payment of expenses to be incurred under this heading during the fiscal year. The additional sums of $19,900 for examinations and surveys and $5,800 for contingencies can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 i prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $45, 000.00 1 $58,000.00 $45, 300. 00 $52,100.00 -$2, 765. 00 $1, 214,639.85 Cost_................ 52, 616.37 68, 241.16 48, 416.60 40,197.96 24,446.47 1,212;082. 00 Expenditures--------.... 52, 651. 60 68, 426.50 48, 673. 69 40, 206. 96 24,166. 47 1, 211, 802. 00 1 Does not include $3,238 contributed funds. 6. PLANT ALLOTMENT, CHARLESTON, S. C., DISTRICT Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to'June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... -$50, 000. 00...----------......... -$50, 000. 00------------ ............ ----------............ $177,086.97 Cost- _ ------------- ---- $6, 391.00 47,902 37 Expenditures---- ----- 14,095.74 -$133,101.49i 7,644.50 $1,712.52 8,043.02 35,733.83 RIVERS AND HARBORS--CHARLESTON, S. C., DISTRICT 517 7. INACTIVE NAVIGATION PROJECTS For last Cost and expenditures to June Estimated full report 30, 1952 mount re Name of project see annual amrunt to report quired for- New work Maintenance complete 1. Yadkin River, N. C.1 3_.................... 1892 $102, 808.91 ................--------- $4,191.00 2. Salkahatchie River, 8. C.1 1___-_........ 1896 15,840.73 .....--........ () 3. Lumber River, N. C. and S. C.1---------.. 1897 19, 000. 00 ............ 16,000.00 4[Lynchles River and Clark Creek, S. C.1s... 1910 9, 500.00--............ . (2) 5. Little Pee Dee River, S. 0C.1 s _-1919 19, 549. 99 $25, 650.01 30, 450. 01 6. Edisto River, S. C.1_-___- _ ...---... . 1938 33,102. 65 900.00 (5) 7. Wateree River, S. C.--- ....--..---------------............... 1940 60, 000. 00 151, 783 83 (5) 8. Abbapoola Creek, S. C------------------- 1947 --------------- -__16,100.00 9. Beresford Creek, S. C-------------------- 1947 - ---- --------------- 29, 900.00 10. Russell Creek, S. C....---_..--------- . 1947 - - - - - - - 23,000.00 11. Snagging and clearing under authority of section 3 of the river and harbor act ap- proved Mar. 2, 1945- --..... ..-- ...- - 1949 ................ 4, 402.20 (4) 12. Waccamaw River N. C. and S. C.A......... 1950 262, 813. 58 197, 813.29 () 13. Great Pee Dee River, S. C.-......... 1950 183, 712. 41 269, 673. 06 (3) 14. Mingo Creek, S. C.1...----------------------.................... 1950 29, 050. 00 7,150. 00 (s) 15. Santee River, S. C--------------.......... 1950 99, 750. 00 178, 544. 05 (s) 16. Congaree River, S. C.1_..........-..-.-... 1950 364, 823. 87 541,859.87 163, 500 17. Ashley River, S. C----------------------......................... 1951 260, 996.41 * 391, 065. 51 ...........-------- 1No commerce reported. s Abandonment recommended in 1926 (H. Doe. No. 467, 69th Cong., 1st sess.). 3 Completed. 4 Revoked in fiscal year 1950, $597.80. 5 Curtailment recommended in 1926 (H. Doe. No. 467, 69th Cong., 1st sess. e Does not include $700 expended from contributed funds. 8. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions Date trans- to Document o.m Recom enao Locality Authorization act mitted Congress No. mendatim Beaufort, S. C., construction of River and Harbor Act, boat basin at or near on the July 24, 1946. Intracoastal Waterway. Buckingham Landing site, South River and Harbor Act, --------------- r---------- Carolina, on Santee-Congaree Mar. 2,1945. River. Charleston Harbor, S. C., with a River and Harbor Act, r----- ---------- ----------- view to extending Shem Creek July 24, 1946. Channel. Charleston Harbor to the Pinop- River and Harbor Act, olis power plant, South Caro- Mar. 2, 1945. lina, Cooper River, S. C. Charleston, S. C., to Columbia, Commerce Committee res- . S. C., waterway, Cooper River olution, Mar. 27, 1944. between Charleston and Pin- opolis Dam, S. C. Charleston"Harbor, S. C., increase Public Works Committee channel depths from 30 to 35 resolution, May 12, 1950. feet east and north of Drum Island. Cooper River, Charleston Har- do..............---------------------- --.... bor, S. C., increase channel depths from 30 to 35 feet east and north of Drum Island. Cooper River, S. C., diversion of Commerce Committee res- Feb. 28,1952...--------..... Unfavor- flood waters from Santee River, olution, Apr. 2, 1941. I [ able. Cooper River, S. C., from River and Harbor Act, Charleston Harbor to the Pin- Mar. 2, 1945. opolis power plant. Cooper River between Charles- Commerce Committee res- _........... ton and Pinopolis Dam, S. C. olution, Mar. 27, 1944. (Review of waterway from Charleston to Columbia, S. C.) 518 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 195 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harber acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom. Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Congaree-Santee Bucking ham River and Harbor Act, Landing site, South Carolina Mar. 2, 1945. (navigation, flood control, and development of power). I Edisto Beach, Pawleys Island and River and Harbor Act, Feb. 11,1952 ............ 1 Unfavor- Hunting Island, S. C. (coopera- July 3, 1930. able. tive beach erosion control study). Hunting Island, Edisto Beach and River and Harbor Act, Feb. 11, 1952 ----------............ Unfavor- Pawleys Island, S. C. (coopera- July 3, 1930. I I able. tive beach erosion control study). Little River, N. C. and S. C....... Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee resolution, Apr. 30, 1940. Myrtle Beach, 8. C., with view River and Harbor Act, I-.....--------..........---..........-- to establishing harbor for light- July 24, 1946, draft vessels. Pawleys Island, Edisto Beach, and River and Harbor Act, Feb. 11,1952 ........--.... Unfavor Hunting Island, S. C. (coopera- July 3, 1930. I I able. tive beach eroson control study). Pinopolis Dam, S. C., to Charles- Commerce Committee res- --...........-- --- ton via Cooper River (Review olution, Mar. 27, 1944. of waterway from Charleston to Columbia, S. C.). Pinopolis power plant to Charles- River and Harbor Act, --------------... ----- ton Harbor, S. C., via Cooper Mar. 2, 1945. River. Santee-Congaree Bucking ham ..... do-------------.....................-----.........-------....--------.....---------- Landing site, South Carolina (navigation, flood control, and development of power). Santee River, N. C. and 8. C., Commerce Committee reso- Feb. 28,1952 ............ Unfavor- salt-water intrusion and diver- lution, Apr. 2, 1941. able. sion of water into Cooper River. Santee River (Lower), N. C. and Sec. 6, River and Harbor ------------............... S. C. (navigation and irriga- Act. Aug. 30, 1935. tion). Santee River system, North Car- Rivers and Harbors Com- ....................... olina and South Carolina. mittee resolution, Dec. 28, 1946. Shem Creek Channel, Charles- River and Harbor Act ----------- ---------- ton Harbor, S. C. July 24, 1946. 9. YADKIN RIVER, N. C. Location.-The Yadkin River rises on the eastern slope of the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina, flows generally north- easterly 100 miles to the vicinity of Donnaha, N. C., thence south- easterly 104 miles to a point near Badin, N. C., to its confluence with the Uwharie River where its name changes to the Great Pee Dee River. (See U. S. Geological Survey map of North Carolina, 1944.) Existing project.-This project provides for the construction of 4 detention reservoirs, 2 on the Yadkin River and 2 on Reddies River, a tributary entering the stream at North Wilkesboro, N. C. The estimate of Federal cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $13,385,000. The project was recommended by the Chief of Engineers in report dated June 19, 1946, and authorized by the flood control act approved July 24,1946. Local cooperation.-None. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-None. FLOOD CONTROL--CHARLESTON, S. C., DISTRICT 519 Condition at end of fiscal year.-Preliminaryengineering studies and planning have been completed. Further new work, including detailed plans and specifications, has been deferred. Proposed operations.--No work is scheduled for the fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated_-------- $70,000.00 $70,000.00 $70, 000.00 -$78,500.00------------ $131, 500 Cost.............------- 55, 867. 31 42, 426. 53 29, 423.00 3, 783.16 ------------ 131, 500 Expenditures----- 44, 404.26 51, 696.23 31, 613.46 3, 786.05------ 181, 500 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-------................ $13,253, 500 10. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES FOR FLOOD CONTROL The cost of the work during the year was $4,016.88. The expendi- tures were $4,802.15. The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $952.45, plus an allotment of $3,500 for fiscal year 1953, a total of $4,452.45, will be applied to the payment of expenses to be incurred under this heading during the fiscal year. The additional sum of $9,500 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 Maintenance: Appropriated--------........ $5, 000. 00 $25, 00. 00 $16, 100 00 $22, 000. 00 -$8, 200. 00 $301, 405.00 Cost-....--------------- 5, 794. 45 13, 191.36 27, 508. 35 13, 117. 21 4, 016. 88 300, 452. 55 Expenditures........ 6, 459. 96 11, 143. 17 25, 981.06 15, 920. 77 4, 802. 15 300, 452. 56 11. INACTIVE FLOOD-CONTROL PROJECTS For last full Cost and expenditures to June Estimated report, see 30, 1952 amount Name of project annual aquiu t report oeuieto for- New work Maintenance 1. Edisto River, S. C-----------------------.......................... 1947 1 $6,378.86 -------------............... $288, 600 IThe sum of $3,621.14 was revoked during the fiscal year 1948. 520 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 12, MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES .S tatus of all investigations for flood-control called for by flood-control acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendaton Congress Black River and tributaries flood Flood Control Act, May ----- ---- control and drainage. 17, 1950. --------------' Broad River, Combahee River, ----....do---- .......... and tributaries, flood control and drainage. --------------- Buck Creek and tributaries, S. C. House Public Works Com- (survey).. mittee resolution, June 19, 1952. Buckingham Landing Site, S. C. River and Harbor Act, on Santee-Congaree River. Mar. 2, 1945. Combahee River, Broad River Flood Control Act, May ------- "--- and tributaries, flood control 17, 1950. and drainage, South Carolina. Congaree-Santee Buckingham ----. do--........----.... ------------- Landing Site S.C. Coniway, S. d., flood protectioni Flood Control Committee ------------ Waccamaw River, N. C. and resolution, July 23, 1946. -------------- ----------- 8.C. Great Pee Dee River, Willow' House Public Works Com- Creek, S. C. (flood control. mittee resolution, Aug. drainage, and allied purposes). 6, 1948. Johns Island and vicinity (streams). Flood Control Act, May ------------ I 1--- - - -- - - °'South Carolina flood control and 17, 1950. drainage. ------------ Lynches River S. C. clear chan- House Public Works Com- nel below Welch's Bridge. mittee resolution, July -------------- 6, 1949. ------------ Pee Dee-Yadkin River and Tribu- House Public Works Com- taries, North Carolina and South mittee resolution, Mar. ---------- --- --- Carolina., 5, 1952. ------------ Reedy River, S. 0.------------ House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, June --------.------- 27, 1950. Santee-Congaree Buchingham River and Harbor Act, Landing Site, S. C. (navigation, Mar. 2, 1945. flood control, and development of power). Santee River (lower), N. C. and Sec. 6, River and Harbor S. C. (navigation and irrigation). Act, Aug. 30, 1935. Santee River, N. C. and S. C., Senate Public Works Com- Oct. 23, 1951 Un fav or- Wateree River in vicinity of mittee resolution, Feb. able. Boykin, S. C. (major drainage 25, 1949. and channel straightening). Simpson Creek, Waccamaw River, House Public Works Com- N. C.,. and S. C. (flood control mittee resolution, Feb. and drainage). 17, 1949. Waccamaw River, N. C. and S. C., .....----do...............-----...... Simpson Creek (flood control anddrainage). Waccamaw River, N. C. and S. C., Flood Control Committee for flood protection of Conway, resolution, July 23, 1946. S. C. Wateree River in vicinity of Boy- Seante Public Works Com- Oct. 23,1951 Unfavor. kin, S. C., Santee River, N. C., mittee resolution, Feb. able. and S. C. (major drainage and 25, 1949. channel :straightening). Willow Creek, S. C., Great Pee House Public Works Com- Dee River (flood control, drain- mittee resolution, Aug. 6, age, and allied purposes). 1948. Yadkin-Pee Dee River and tribu- House Public Works Com- taries, North Carolina and South mittee resolution, Mar. Carolina.' 5, 1952. 1Limited to preliminary examination scope. IMPROVEMENTS OF RIVERS AND HARBORS IN THE SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT This district comprises a very small portion of southwestern North Carolina, western South Carolina, eastern Georgia, and a small por- tion of northeastern Florida embraced in the drainage basins tribu- tary to the Atlantic Ocean between Port Royal Sound, S. C., and the harbor at Fernandina, Fla. It includes the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway between these points. District engineer: Col. Robert Erlenkotter, Corps of Engineers. Division engineer of the South Atlantic Division, Atlanta, Ga., comprising the Wilmington, N. C., Charleston, S. C., Savannah, Ga., Jacksonville, Fla., and Mobile, Ala., districts: Col. C. K. Harding, Corps of Engineers. IMPROVEMENTS Navigation Flood control Page Page 1. Atlantic Intracoastal Water- 10. Savannah River Basin, Ga. way between Norfolk, Va., and S. C-__ 540 and, the St. Johns River, 11. Hartwell Reservoir, Sa- Fla. (Savannah District)- -_ 521 vannah River Basin, Ga. 2. Savannah Harbor, Ga -----. 525 andS.C-------- 12. Clark Hill Reservoir, Sa- 541 3. Savannah River below Augusta, Ga_____ 530 vannah River Basin, Ga. and S. C- 542 4. Brunswick Harbor, Ga_ ..... 534 13. Macon, Ga ...- _ 546 5. Fernandina Harbor, Fla ..... 537 14. Preliminary examinations, 6. Examinations, surveys, and surveys, and contingencies contingencies (general) .... 539 for flood control ....... 547 7. Plant allotment___ - -__-- 539 15. Inactive flood-control proj- 8. Inactive navigation projects 9. Miscellaneous activities: -- 539 ects ___.. 16. Miscellaneous activities: . 547 status of investigations .... 540 status of investigations.. -- 548 1. ATLANTIC INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY BETWEEN NORFOLK, VA., AND THE ST. JOHNS RIVER, FLA. (SAVANNAH DISTRICT) Location.--This section of the waterway connects Port Royal Sound, S. C., with Fernandina, Fla. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 838-841, inclusive.) For Cumberland Sound to St. Johns River section see page 550. Previous projects between Savannah, Ga., and Fernandina,Fla. Previous improvements in this section were authorized by River and Harbor Acts of August 2, 1882, August 11, 1888, July 13, 1892, and March 3, 1905. For further details see pages 1814, 1821-1823, annual report for 1915, and page 585, annual report for 1938. Existing project.--This provides for a waterway 12 feet deep at mean low water and not less than 90 feet wide between Port Royal Sound, S. C., and Savannah, Ga.; for a waterway 12 feet deep at mean low water, with widths of 90 feet in land cuts and narrow streams and 150 feet in open waters, between Savannah, Ga., and Fernandina, Fla., 521 522 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 to follow in general the alinement of the existing waterway, except for such cutoffs or other changes in the route as may be found desirable and justified by the resultant benefits to navigation; and for a suitable anchorage basin at Thunderbolt, Ga. The total distance from Port Royal Sound, S. C., to Fernandina, Fla., is 165 miles. The project also provides for the following: (1) removing logs and snags from Generals Cut, Ga.; (2) an alternative and more protected route 7 feet deep at mean low water from Doboy Sound to Brunswick Harbor, via Darien River, Three Mile Cut, Altamaha River, One Mile Cut, Butter- milk Sound, Mackay River, Back River, Clubbs Creek, and Plantation Creek; (3) a protected channel 7 feet deep at mean low water and 75 feet wide around St. Andrews Sound, extending from the main route of the waterway in Jekyll Creek through Jekyll Sound, Little Satilla River, Umbrella Cut, Umbrella Creek and its south branch, through Dover Cut to Dover Creek, thence up Dover Creek and through a narrow neck of land to Satilla River, thence through a land cut south of Todd Creek and through Floyd Creek to the main route of the waterway in Cumberland River; (4) a channel 5 feet deep at mean low water and 50 feet wide to connect Baileys Cut to Satilla River and Dover Creek, Ga.; (5) a loop 8 feet deep at mean low water to reach the wharves at the southern end of Cumberland Sound; (6) an alternative route 9 feet deep and 150 feet wide in that part of Frederica River, Ga., not now traversed by the main route, at no additional cost to the United States. In general, the work is to be accomplished by dredging, supplemented by training walls as necessary. The mean tidal range between Port Royal, S. C., and Fernandina, Fla., is from 6 to 8 feet, with fluctuations from 11/2 to 21/2 feet, due to winds and lunar phases. The project has been completed at a cost of $763,599.20 for new work, exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $300,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents BEAUFORT, S. C., TO SAVANNAH, GA., SECTION June 3,1896 Route No. 2 adopted...--------------------------H. Doe. 295, 53d Cong., 3d sess. Mar. 3,1899 Route No. 1 adopted_-............-.----- - Do.' July 25,1912 Provided for Archer Creek (this route now aban- H. Doe. 513, 62d Cong., 2d seas. doned). SAVANNAH, GA., TO IERNANDINA, PLA., SECTION July 13,1892 Original 7-foot channel .... H. Doc. 41, 524 Cong., 1st sess. ..------------------------- Mar. 3,1905 Provided for Skidaway Narrows........----------------- H. Doc. 450, 58th Cong., 2d seas. July 25,1912 Incorporated alternative routes previously improved H. Dec. 1236, 60th Cong., 2d eess.t as separate projects and the auxiliary channels. CUMBERLAND SOUND, GA., AND PLA., TO ST. JOHNS RIVER, TLA., SECTION Mar. 4,1913 For a channel 7 feet deep and 100 feet wide-------.......... H. Doe. 808, 62d Cong., 24dsess. Aug. 8,1917 Consolidation of the 3 sections, shown above, into "Waterway between Beaufort, S. C,, and St. Johna River, Fla." See footnote at end of table. RIVERS AND HARBORS--SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 523 Acts Work authorized Documents BEAUFORT, S. C., TO CUMBERLAND SOUND, GA., AND FLA.. SECTION Mar. 2,1919 Removing logs and snags from Generals Cut- ....... H. Doc. 581, 63d Cong., 2d sess. Do----....... Improving Back River to provide a channel 7 feet H. Doc. 1391, 62d Cong., 3d sess. deep and 150 feet wide. Mar. 3,1925 Channel 75 feet wide between BeaufOrt, S. C., and S. Doc. 178, 68th Cong., 2d sess. Savannah, Ga. 1 July 3,1930 Channel from Baileys Cut to Dover Creek--------- ......... S. Doe. 43, 71st Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 26,1937 A 7-foot protected channel around St. Andrew Sound-- Senate Committee 1 Print, 74th Cong., 1st sess. Do-....... A 12-foot channel between Beaufort, S. C., and Sa- Rivers and Harbors Committee vannah, Ga., via Beaufort River and Port Royal Doe. 6, 75th Cong., 1st sess. Sound. June 20,1938 A 12-foot channel between Savannah, Ga., and H. Doc. 618, 75th Cong., 3d sess. Fernandina, Fla., various cut-offs; and anchorage basin at Thunderbolt, Ga. Mar. 2, 1945 An alternative route 9 feet deep and 150 feet wide in H. Doe. 114, 77th Cong., 1st sess. that part of Frederica River, Ga., not now traversed by the main route, at no additional cost to the United States. 1 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-Exclusive of terminal facilities at the ports of entry, this improvement serves numerous wharves, some of which are open to the public on equal terms. These facilities are considered ample for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: Between July 1 and September 14, 1951, the contract dredge Savannah removed 610,191 cubic yards of material from the main route of the waterway (North River Crossing, mile 652.6 to mile 653.2, Buttermilk Sound, mile 663.1 to mile 663.7, and Jekyll Creek, mile 683 to mile 685) at a cost of $70,345.73. Preparation of plans and specifications was commenced and then stopped because dredging operations were deferred until fiscal year 1953. The cost was $133.82. Repairs to speed and directional markers cost $223.02. Miscel- laneous surveys cost $11,827.69. The total cost for maintenance was $82,530.26. The expenditure was $116,712.74. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The main 12-foot channel of the existing project was completed in 1941. The 7-foot protected route around St. Andrew Sound was completed in 1939. The training walls and closure dams were completed in 1912, and are in satisfactory condition. All other improvements were completed in 1932. Since March 1943, the previous route of the Intracoastal Waterway, through the westerly end of South Channel and the northerly end of Wilmington River, has been superseded by the route through the Elba-McQueens Island Cut and the northwesterly end of St. Augus- tine Creek. The former route will be maintained to a depth of 7 feet for traffic moving from Savannah to points south of Savannah Harbor and for northbound traffic from southern points below Savan- nah Harbor to Savannah, Ga. In June 1952, the main route had a controlling depth of 12 feet or more except as follows: Fields Cut (mile 573.5), 10 feet; Elba-McQueens Cut (mile 577), 8 feet; Wil- mington River (mile 578.5 to mile 583.3), 8 feet; Hell Gate (mile 524 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S, ARMY, 1952 601.7), 9 feet; Florida Passage (mile 607.4), 10 feet; Doboy Sound (mile 649.4), 11 feet; Rockdedundy River (mile 653), 10 feet; Little Mud River (mile 654 to mile 656), 10 feet; Buttermilk Sound (mile 663 to mile 664.2), 8 feet; Mackay River (mile 668.8), 11 feet; St. Simon Sound (mile 677.5), 11 feet; and Jekyll Creek (mile 681.4 to mile 685), 10 feet. The costs under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were $763,- 599.20 for new work and $3,919,870.37 for maintenance, a total of $4,683,469.57. The expenditures were $4,683,349.61. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended June 30, .1952, $3,168.95, plus an allotment of $230,500, a total of $233,668.95, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952--------------------------_--- $119. 96 Maintenance: Dredging in the main route of the waterway between the south- ern entrance of Port Royal Sound and Cumberland Sound with contract pipeline dredge, 5 months, October 1952 through February 1953------------- ------------------------ 220,000.00 Repairs and replacement by hired labor of speed and directional navigation markers----- ---------------------------- i, 500.00 Periodic condition surveys--------------------------- 10, 048. 99 Miscellaneous inspections and reports--------- _ --- - 2, 000. 00 Total maintenance _--- ------------ -------------- 233, 548. 99 Total for all work _-----. -------------- __ -__ 233, 668. 95 The additional sum of $297,500 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954, as follows: Maintenance : Dredging in the main route of the waterway between the southern entrance to Port Royal Sound and Cumberland Sound with con- tract pipeline dredge, 6 months between July 1953 and June 1954 000 $---------------------------- Periodic condition surveys --------------------- _------ 15, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports------------------------- 2, 500 Total for all work__ ------- --- ----------- _--297, 500 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---- ------- ----------- ----------------------- ----------- $958,096.16 Cost...----------------------------------------------------------------- 958,096.16 Expenditures-------- ----------------------- ------------------------ ------------ 958, 096.16 Maintenance: Appropriated-------- $238,000.00 $230, 000.00 $149, 600.00 $174,420.91 -$46, 900.00 4, 057, 716. 99 Cost------ --------- 164, 897.55 306, 948.27 30,159. 51 174, 830.49 82, 530.26 4, 054, 668.00 Expenditures------ -- 163, 648. 83 308, 409. 57 31, 380. 89 140, 852.08 116, 712. 74 4, 054, 548. 04 RIVERS AND HARBORS-SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 525 2. SAVANNAH HARBOR, GA. Location.-The entrance is 75 statute miles south of Charleston Harbor, S. C., and 70 statute miles north of Brunswick Harbor, Ga. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 440.) Previous projects.-Adopted by specific acts of Congress May 18, 1826; March 3, 1855; August 7, 1856; and by River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1873; June 23, 1874; September 19, 1890; June 3, 1896; and June 13, 1902. For further details, see page 1810, annual report for 1915, and page 578, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This consists of eliminating the regulating dam across South Channel, relocating the inland waterway in the vicinity, further extending training walls, revetments, and jetties, and provid- ing for- (a) Channels 36 feet deep and 500 feet wide across the ocean bar between stations 245 and 194, 9.7 miles; thence 34 feet deep and gen- erally 400 feet wide, increased to 550 feet opposite the Atlantic Coast Line terminals, between stations 194 and 103, with a turning basin 34 feet deep at the Mexican Petroleum Corp. refinery, 17.2 miles; thence 30 feet deep and 300 feet wide to the foot of Kings Island, 0.6 mile; thence 30 feet deep and 200 feet wide to the vicinity of the At- lantic Creosoting Co. terminal, with a turning basin 30 feet deep, 2.1 miles; thence 30 feet deep and 200 feet wide to a point 1,500 feet below the Atlantic coastal highway bridge, with a turning basin 30 feet deep at the upper end, 1.45 miles; a total length of 31.05 miles; and with such modifications thereof as the Secretary of the Army and the Chief of Engineers may consider desirable. (b) Enlargement of contracted portions of the channel and such enlargements of the channel as may be necessary to smooth out abrupt changes and for otherwise improving the hydraulic conditions with a view to reducing shoaling. (c) The maintenance of the channels, anchorage basins, enlarge- ments at Drakies Cut, Kings Island, West Broad and Barnard Streets, mooring dolphins near Fort Oglethorpe, and the existing training walls and jetties. The plane of reference is mean low water, which varies for different parts of the harbor. The mean range of tide is 7.6 feet at the upper end of the harbor and 7.1 feet at the lower end. Extreme ranges are about 10.5 feet and 11 feet, respectively. Tides below mean low water occur 6 or 7 times a month and minus 2-foot tides occur from 6 to 8 times a year. The improvement has increased the mean tidal range by about 2.8 feet at the upper end. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $8,980,700, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $1,500,000, 245554---53-vol. 1- 34 526 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 23,1874 Regulating works ................... ......... . .. Annual report 1873 p. 747. Mar. 2,1907 Tentative provision for a 26-foot channel from the H. Doe. 181, 59th Cong., 1st sess. quarantine station to the Seaboard Air Line Ry. bridge. June 25,1910 Definite provision for the 26-foot channel ............ July 25,1912 A 21-foot channel from the Seaboard Air Line Ry. H. Doc. 563, 62d Cong., 2d sess. bridge to the foot of Kings Island. Aug. 8,1917 A 30-foot depth from the sea to the quarantine station_ H. Doe. 1471, 64th Cong., 2d sess. Jan. 21,1927 A 21-foot channel above Kings Island .............. H. Doc. 261, 69th Cong., 1st sess. Do....... Channel 30 feet deep with general width 500 feet, H. Doc. 262, 69th Cong., 1st seas. from the ocean to the quarantine station, thence 26 feet deep, general width 400 feet, to the Seaboard Air Line Ry. bridge, thende 21 feet deep and 300 feet wide to Kings Island. Widening at West Broad and Barnard Sts.; anchor- age basin; mooring dolphins; regulating dam across South Channel; relocation of the inland waterway; dredging Drakies Cut to 13 feet; widening to 525 feet at Kings Island; extension of training walls, revetments, and jetties. Consolidation of projects relating to Savannah Harbor. July 3,1930 Channel 26 feet deep and 300 feet wide from the Sea- S. Doe. 39, 71st Cong., 1st seas. board Air Line Ry. bridge to the foot of Kings Island. Aug. 30,1935 Authorized the 30-foot project and eliminated from H. Doc. 276, 73d Cong., 2d sess. the project (a) the regulating dam across South Channel; (b) the relocation of the inland waterway; and (c) the further extension of training walls, revetments, and jetties. Mar. 2,1945 Deepening the channel and turning basin above the H. Do. 283, 76th Cong., 1st sess.l Seaboard Air Line Ry. bridge from 26 to 30 feet and widening the channel opposite the Atlantic Coast Line Terminals to a maximum of 550 feet for a length of 5,000 feet. Nov. 7,1945 Deepening the channels to 36 feet deep and 500 feet H. Doe. 227, 79th Cong., 1st sess.l wide across the ocean bar between stations 245 and 194; 34 feet deep and generally 400 feet wide, in- creased to 550 feet opposite the Atlantic Coast Line terminals, between stations 194 and 103, with a turning basin 34 feet deep at the Mexican Petro- leum Corp. refinery; and with such modifications thereof as the Secretary of War and the Chief of Engineers may consider desirable. July 24,1946 Extending channel 30 feet deep, 200 feet wide, up- H. Doe. 678, 79th Cong., 2d sess.1 stream from Atlantic Creosoting terminal to a point 1,500 feet below the Atlantic coastal high- way bridge, with turning basin 30 feet deep at up- per end. 1Contains the latest published maps. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Acts approved Novem- ber 7, 1945, and July 24, 1946, impose the conditions that local inter- ests shall: (a) Provide, free of cost to the United States, all lands and rights-of-way required for the initial construction and subsequent maintenance when and as required; (b) hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction works. To date, local interests have obtained temporary easements for 1-year periods for spoil areas over about one-half the area that requires maintenance dredging. All easements furnished by local interests have been of short duration and are becoming increasingly difficult to obtain, due to the marsh land being built up by dredge spoil, making the prop- erties suitable for industrial development. Short term or temporary easements are also unsatisfactory in that many of the areas must be diked at considerable expense, and there is the danger that the ex- penditure may be lost if the easements are not of sufficient duration to provide for the full utilization of the diked areas. The city of RIVERS AND HARBORS--SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 527 Savannah has been notified that the failure to provide easements as required will necessitate the cessation of maintenance dredging in the Savannah Harbor. The city has appropriated $10,000 to its agent, Savannah District Authority, to finance the obtaining of necessary easements. Two 20-year easements have been obtained during the fiscal year and the city is preparing to ask the United States to con- demn additional easements over which it does not have the right of eminent domain. Terminal facilities.-There are 51 piers and wharves to serve water- borne commerce of the port. These facilities, with the use of dolphins, have a combined berthing space of 33,800 feet, with depths of water alongside ranging from zero to 32 feet at mean low water. Six of these terminals are opposite the city on Hutchinson Island; the re- maining 45 are on the south side of the river between 3 miles below and 6.8 miles above the center of the city. Thirteen piers and wharves are operated by railroads, 5 by oil companies, 2 by coal companies, 1 by a cotton warehouse company, 5 by ship repair companies, 1 by a local steamship company, 7 by various private industries, and 1 by the Georgia Ports Authority. The latter wharf, with existing facil- ities, is being developed for State port terminals. The site of a former shipyard has been acquired by the city of Savannah for future devel- opment of industrial sites. There is a large municipal wharf at the center of the city. All have railway and highway connections except the 6 on Hutchinson Island, which have rail connections only. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. For further details see Port Series No. 14, Corps of Engineers (revised 1946). Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: The con- tract dredge Baltimore operated in the upper harbor during the period October 8, 1951, to January 11, 1952, removing 955,198 cubic yards of material at a cost of $192,334.68. Preparation of plans and speci- fications cost $3,868.71. The contract dredge Baltimore, under a sep- arate contract, for reconstruction of the Seaboard Air Line Railroad bridge, operated within the limits of the Seaboard Air Line Railroad bridge during January 1952, removing 18,509 cubic yards of material at a cost of $20,546.81. Engineering studies and surveys cost $2,621.94. The total cost was $219,372.14. The expenditure was $200,211.28. The following tabulation shows the name of plant, sections of harbor over which work was performed, yardage removed, and method of dredging: Name of channel Station station Name to ofchannel Cubic yards removed, regu. lar dredging Dredge Baltimore: Kings Island............------------ ------------------------------- 103-106+845 629, 384 Marsh Island....................................... ........-------------------------------------------- 106+845-1Q9 344,323 Total cubic yards removed------------------------------------------------------- 973, 707 Maintenance: The contract dredge Baltimore operated in the upper harbor during the period November 20, 1951, to January 11, 1952, removing 814,496 cubic yards of material at a cost of $159,064.88. The United States pipeline dredge Henry Bacon operated in the inner 528 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 harbor during the period July 1, 1951, to February 29, 1952, removing 4,922,554 cubic yards of material at a cost of $463,625.41. Increasing height and cross section of the existing spoil impounding dikes cost $35,647.42. Investigation and model study cost $26,133.06. Engi-4 neering studies and surveys, not applicable to other work, cost $38,- 482.99. Preparation of plans and specifications for proposed contract dredging during fiscal year 1953 cost $1,470.43. Supervision in con- nection with proposed hopper dredging during fiscal year 1953 cost $215.14. The sum of $195,555.15 was charged off in absorbing the debit balance in plant rental account due to the United States hopper dredge Gerig being transferred from the district. The total cost for maintenance was $920,194.48. The expenditure was $920,583.49. The following tabulation shows the name of plant, sections of the harbor over which work was performed, yardage removed, and method of dredging: ttion Cubic yards Name of channel Station to removed, regu- station lar dredging Dredge Henry Bacon: City front---- ---------------------------------------- 122-127 1,923, 003 Wrecks .....---.............-----------.....------.....------------------------- 127-136 1, 939, 278 5-fathom hole------........ -- .......------------------------------ 136-140 449, 946 Obstructions----.-------------------------------------- 140-147 187, 470 Lower flats- - ------------------------------- Dredge Baltimore: Marsh Island ----- 162-171 -------------------------------- 109-117 422,857 814,496 Total cubic yards removed ............------------------------------ ------------ 5,737, 050 Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 97 percent completed. The 30-foot channel and extension of the harbor above the Seaboard Air Line Railroad bridge was completed February 5, 1948. The 34-foot channel from Quarantine to 2,155 feet below the Seaboard Air Line Railroad bridge was completed May 20, 1949. The 34-foot channel from 2,155 feet below the bridge to 3,845 feet above the bridge, opposite the Mexican Petroleum Corp. refinery, was completed January 11, 1952, except for a small wedge-shaped area on either side of the bridge. The new vertical lift span of the Seaboard Air Line Railroad bridge was placed in operation June 24, 1952. The 36-foot bar channel was completed April 15, 1951. The previous 30-foot proj- ect from the sea to old quarantine station was completed in 1930, and the rest of the 30-foot channel in 1937. That part of the previous 26- foot channel from the Seaboard Air Line Railroad bridge to the foot of Kings Island was completed in 1931; the rest, from the foot of Kings Island to the Atlantic Creosoting wharf, including the turning basin. opposite the Savannah Sugar Refinery's wharf, in 1937. Cross-tides channel was closed with a hydraulic fill in 1937. The anchorage basin and mooring dolphins near Fort Oglethorpe were completed in 1926; of the 10 dolphins originally constructed, all have been destroyed. The channel enlargements at Drakies Cut, Kings Island, and at West Broad and Barnard Streets, were completed in 1931, 1929, and 1924, respectively. Whitehall channel training wall was completed in 1929 RIVERS AND HARBORS---SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 529 and was replaced by three spur dikes in 1937; these spur dikes are in good condition. Fig Island training wall was raised and extended in 1940 and is in good condition. Long Island training wall hydraulic fill was completed in 1931 and other training walls and jetties prior to 1929, and are in fair condition. The work remaining to complete the project is as follows: Dredging of a small wedge-shaped section ad- jacent to and on the upstream and downstream side of the Seaboard Air Line Railroad bridge and construction of bank protection and ex- tension of permeable dikes in the upper reaches of the harbor. In June 1952, least depths in midchannel for half project width at mean low water were 32 feet from the sea to Blinker 24 (in the vicinity of Fort Pulaski); thence 29 feet to and through the Seaboard Air Line Railroad bridge; thence 27 feet to the wharf of the Southern Paperboard Corp.; thence varying from 27 feet to 12 feet at the ex- treme upper limit of the harbor. The turning basins had the follow- ing controlling depths: Kings Island Turning Basin, 36 feet; White- hall Turning Basin, 32 feet; and Port Wentworth Turning Basin, 23 feet. The costs under the existing project to June 30, 1952, have been $8,- 668,925.91 for new work and $20,671,551.73 for maintenance, a total of $29,340,477.84. The expenditure was $29,314,685.60. Proposed Aperations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $89,544.26, plus an allotment of $993,500, a total of $1,083,044.26, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952-----------------------$25, 792. 04 New work: Complete, by existing contract, dredging in 34-foot channel within the limits of the new navigation span of the Seaboard All Line Railroad Co.'s bridge----- ......----------------- 28, 000.00 Complete dredging and realinement of 34-foot channel im- mediately above and below Seaboard Air Line Railroad Co.'s bridge by contract... ................... ___ 35, 752. 22 63, 752. 22 Maintenance: Dredging in 30- and 34-foot channels between station 194 and upper end of harbor with leased contract pipeline dredge between October 1952 and June 1953..---.-.......... 626, 841. 84 Dredging in 36-foot channel between station 194 and outer end of harbor with United States hopper dredge Gerig, 3 _. months between July 1952 and June 1953.......... ... 258, 000. 00 Increasing height and cross section of existing spoil-im- pounding dikes and constructing new dikes with Govern- ment dragline and hired labor.__.............. 37, 500. 00 Investigation and engineering study of harbor............ 30,000.00 Periodic condition surveys__.-----.----..------------ 32, 000. 00 Miscellaneous inspection and reports..........-------- - 6,000.00 Absorbing debit balance in plant rental account, United States hopper dredge Gerig------- ------------- ----------- . 3,158.16 T otal- J6W - -- - %of&JL - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - -- -- - - - - - - - - - - 993, 500.00 1, 083,044. 26 C Total for all work. --- ----.-- - -p ------- ------ ------ 530 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U.- S. ARMY, 1 52 The additional sum of $1,568,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954, as follows: Maintenance: Dredging in 30- and 34-foot channels between station 194 and upper end of harbor with leased contract pipeline dredge be- tween July 1953 and June 1954 -------------------------- $900, 000 Dredging in 36-foot channel between station 194 and outer end of harbor with United States hopper dredge Gerig, 3 months between July 1953 and June 1954 .....------------ ------------ 258, 000 Increasing height and cross section of existing spoil-impounding dikes with Government dragline and hired labor---- ......... ....--------- 50, 000 Construction of additional spoil-impounding dikes on Back River side of Hutchinson Island by contract pipeline dredge......--------- 60, 000 Investigation and engineering study of harbor, including con- struction and operation of model .......------------------------- 250, 000 Periodic condition surveys--------------------------------- 40, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports------------------------ 10, 000 Total for all work----.... ------------------------------ 1, 568, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to ,1948 New work: Appropriated-----......... $300, 000.00 $1,065,000.00 $405, 000. 00 $540, 000. 00 $245, 000.00 $15, 993, 062. 11 Cost---__ - .- 841, 644. 59 1, 406, 452. 14 400, 946. 19 512, 417. 56 219, 372. 14 15, 929, 309. 89 Expenditures--------......... 636, 119. 25 1, 602, 032. 88 418, 681.94 512, 415. 71 200, 211.28 15,910,096.64 Maintenance: Appropriated .....- 1, 024, 220. 00 653, 777.09 747, 350.00 619, 852. 74 887, 400. 00 20, 970, 445. 99 Cost- ....-------------- 934, 390. 98 804,452. 401 786, 076.49 635, 478. 12 920, 194. 48 20 970, 445. 09 Expenditures-....... 1, 003, 720.141 808, 400. 76 I 797, 276. 80 603, 340. 72 920, 583. 49 20, 963, 867. 20 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------------------------ $40, 241.22 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953-------------40, 241. 22 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project---------------------- 248, 000. 00 3. SAVANNAH RIVER BELOW AUGUSTA, GA. Location.--This river is formed by the confluence of the Tugaloo and Seneca Rivers on the northwestern part of the South Carolina- Georgia boundary line. It flows southeast 314 miles, forming the boundary line, and empties into the Atlantic Ocean 16.6 miles below Savannah, Ga. (See U. S. Geological Survey maps of South Carolina and Georgia.) Previous project.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1881. A subdivision between new work and maintenance is not possible. For further details see page 1813, annual report for 1915, and page 581, annual report for 1938. Emisting project.-Provides for a channel 9 feet deep and 90 feet wide (at ordinary summer flow, which corresponds to a discharge of 5,300 second-feet at Augusta, Ga., with the Clark Hill power plant in operation), from the upper end of Savannah Harbor to the head of navigation at Augusta, 3 miles above Fifth Street Bridge, about 199 miles. The improvement is to be obtained by construction of one lock and dam at New Savannah Bluff, use of contraction works, closure of cut-offs, bank protection, dredging, removal of snags, overhanging RIVERS AND HARBORS--SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 531 trees and wrecks, and open-river regulation. The mean tidal varia- tion at the mouth of the river is 7.1 feet. The freshet variation above the normal pool level (elevation 114.5 mean sea level) of the New Savannah Bluff lock and dam at the head of the improvement is, ordinarily, about 13 feet, with an extreme of 34 feet. Pertinent data for the lock and dam are given in the following table: Lock and dam at New Savannah Bluff Augusta, Ga., 13 miles. Nearest railroad station.------------------. Distance above Bull St., Savannah, Ga------188 miles. ...... 56 by 360 feet. Lock dimensions.....-....-----..........--.... Lift of lock-----------------------. 15 feet. Depth on lower miter sill at low water 10 feet. ------- 13.5 feet. Depth on upper miter sill at normal pool level_.- Character of foundations .....------------ ----- Piles in sand, clay, and gravel. Kind of damF----------------------------ixed. 1 Type of construction---------------------- Concrete. Completed ---------------- ---- 1937. Total cost--------------------------$1,473,812.10. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $6,758,800, exclusive of amount expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $375,800, includ- ing $32,500 for operating and care. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Sept. 19, 1800 For a 5-foot channel------------. -------------- H. Doc. 255, 51st Cong., 2d sess. and annual report, 1890; p. 1328. June 25,1910 Special improvement by bank protection work of 20 H. Doc. 962, 60th Cong., 1stsess. or 25 miles of the river immediately below Au- gusta. July 8,1930 The present 6-footchannel project and the lock and H. Doe. 101, 70th Cong., 1st sees. dam. Aug. 80, 19351 Provision made for locating the lock and dam at New Senate committee print, 73d Cong., Savannah Bluff. 2d sess. Aug. 26, 1937 Conditions of local cooperation modified-.........-----.... Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 39, 75th Cong., let sees. May 17,1950 . Doc. 6, 81st Cong., 1stseass. Provides for a 9-foot channel--------------------.......................... IIIncluded in the Public Works Administration program, Sept. 27, 1933. Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-The project provides that local interests fur- nish, without cost to the United States, all necessary rights of way and spoil-disposal areas for the new work and subsequent maintenance, when and as required; hold and save the United States free from any damage resulting from construction and maintenance of the im- provement; and provide and maintain adequate terminal and transfer facilities, including a suitable public terminal at Augusta, Ga., open to all on equal terms. Terminal facilities.-The only water terminals served by this im- provement are at Augusta and at or near Savannah. The city of Augusta owns and operates, on equal terms to all, a wharf and ware- house; a short distance below this terminal the Pure Oil Co. has a terminal (storage capacity of 27,500 barrels) for berthing and dis- a5 steel ve2tical-lift etest control gates, set between concrete piers and resting on concrete sill. 532 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 charging oil barges; and just outside the eastern city limits is the Merry Bros. Brick & Tile Co.'s terminal. This company also has terminal facilities at Savannah. At Savannah there is one municipal wharf, suitable for berths for river steamers, open to the public on equal terms. In addition, there are extensive facilities at Savannah, privately owned, for oceangoing and smaller vessels. Along the river there are numerous natural landings without wharves or railway connections. The terminal facilities are considered ample for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: The United States snagboat Macon and hired labor did maintenance snag- ging during July 1951 from mile 114 downstream to Savannah re- moving 24 obstructions at a cost of $3,443.39 and during May and June 1952 removing 859 obstructions between mile 37 and mile 107 at a cost of $19,218.30, a total of 883 obstructions at a cost of $22,661.69. Surveys and engineerin studies cost $717.31. The minimum daily fow of the river at New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam during the fiscal year 1952 was 1,710 cubic feet per second on September 7, 1951. Minimum weekly flow was 3,250 cubic feet per second. The minimum daily and weekly flows of record prior to 1952 were 1,105 and 1,220 cubic feet per second, respectively. Power plants with storage on the river are the Stevens Creek plant, 9 miles above Augusta, and the 6 plants of the Georgia Power Co. on the headwaters. No regulation of the flow is required at headwater plants, but the Stevens Creek plant is required to pass the natural flow of the river when this is at or below 6,550 cubic feet per second at the:New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam. The Stevens Creek plant has so operated during the past year, but the effect of the head- water plants on the natural flow of the river has not been determined. In December 1951 flow conditions changed as impoundment of water began at Clark Hill Reservoir. The minimum reservoir release dur- ing impoundment, which will continue into the next fiscal year, is sufficient only for the present needs of navigation and the Stevens Creek plant, and is about 4,000 cubic feet per second. Maintenance (operating and care) :The lock and dam at New Sa- vannah Bluff was operated, and ordinary repairs, improvements and reconstruction to the structure and appurtenant works were made at a cost of $26,322.33. The total cost of work from regular funds was $49,701.33, of which $23,379 was for maintenance and $26,322.33 for operating and care. The expenditure was $52,667.20. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 41 percent completed. The lock and dam at New Savannah Bluff was completed in 1937. The lock and dam is in good repair. In general, the open-channel works are in fair condition; a few of the structures are in need of repairs, however, this work will be accomplished by the present modification to the existing project. The controlling depth at ordinary summer low water was 4 feet or greater for about 60 percent of the fiscal year. This depth corresponds to a height of 3.7 feet on the Butler Creek gage and to a discharge of 4,000 second feet at Augusta. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is as follows: Deepen the channel to 9 feet and widen to 90 RIVERS AND HARBORS---SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 533 feet between the upper end of Savannah Harbor and the present head of navigation at Augusta, Ga. The cost and expenditures on the project to June 30, 1952, were as follows : Regular Public Works Total funds funds Costs: New work------------ --------------------- $1, 117,237. 02 $1,634,562.24 $2, 751, 799. 26 .............----- Maintenance----------- ------- 1,735, 099. 66 .....----. .. 1,735, 099. 66 Operation and care---...--------------------------414,288.58---- .....------ 414, 288. 58 Total----------- ------ ---------------- 3, 266, 625. 26 1, 634, 562. 24 4,901, 187. 50 Expenditures......----------------------------------- 3, 264, 034. 65 1, 634, 562. 24 4, 898, 596. 89 Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $15,691.21, plus an allotment for fiscal year 1953 of $71,000, a total of $86,691.21, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952- .... _-__--_-___-____ - $2, 590. 61 Maintenance: Continuation of emergency snagging of channel for barge traffic by United States snagboat Macon, 4 months, July through Oc- tober 1952--------.......------.....--------------------------- 48,754. 61 Miscellaneous inspection and reports _ ---------------- -1, 000. 00 Total---------------------------------------- 49, 754. 61 Maintenance (operating and care)-New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam: Operations ----- -------------- ---- --------------- 15, 400. 00 Ordinary maintenance and repairs ....----------------- _-- 14, 520. 00 Improvements and reconstruction_.-------------------- 4, 425. 99 Total------ ----------- ---------------------------- 34, 345. 99 Total for all work------------- ---.------------------- 86, 691. 21 The additional sum of $279,500 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954, as follows: Maintenance: Snagging with U. S. snagboat Macon, 7 months between June 1953 and July 1954------------------------------------------- $70, 000 Construction, by contract, of pile dikes and bank revetment at Fritz Cut, mile 198.8, and Bailey Cut, mile 197.5 (mileage above mouth of Savannah River) ---------------- ------------- 100, 000 Repairs by hired labor to open-channel works (pile dikes and bank revetment) between mile 61.8 and 201.0 (mileage above mouth of Savannah River) ------------------------------------ 30, 000 Periodic condition surveys--------------------------------.. 5, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports-..--......_.-_ 1, 500 Total------------ --------------------------------.. ---. 206, 500 Maintenance (operating and care)--New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam: Operations--------------------------------------------- 15, 500 Ordinary maintenance and repairs--........ -__ -------------- 12, 500 Improvements and reconstruction-------------------------- 45,000 Total....----------------------------------------- ----------- 7000 Total for all work _...----------... -. . 279, 500 534 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financiel summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated ..------- ----------- -----------............ ------------------........................ --------...........- $2, 845,2799.35 M Cost----------------................-------------......----------------------------------........ ...- 2, 845, 279. 35 r Expenditures ..---------.....................----------------------------------------------........................ 2, 845, 279. 35 Maintenance: Appropriated- ...... $110, 100. 00 $106, 090.00 $110,100.00 $76, 430. 56 $52, 000. 00 2,162, 488. 84 Cost ..-------------- 106, 321.31 106, 387. 16 114, 194.68 77, 121. 61 49, 701.33 2, 149, 388. 24 Expenditures- ....... 110, 772. 57 104, 270. 74 116, 761. 53 71, 920. 73 52, 667. 20 2, 146, 797. 63 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project------- ------- $4, 007, 000 4. BRUNSWICK HARBOR, GA. Location.-The harbor entrance is 70 statute miles south of the en- trance to Savannah Harbor, Ga., and 25 statute miles north of the en- trance to Fernandina Harbor, Fla. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 447.) Previous project.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of July 4, 1836; August 5, 1886; June 3, 1896; and June 13, 1902. For further details see page 1818, annual report for 1915, and page 591, annual re- port for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a stone jetty 4,350 feet long at the entrance to East River and for the following channels: 32 feet deep and 500 feet wide across the bar; 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide through St. Simon Sound, Bruns- wick River, and East River to the foot of Fifth Street; 30 feet deep and 300 feet wide in Turtle River to the wharf of the Atlantic Refining Co.; 27 feet deep and 350 feet wide in East River from Fifth Street to the confluence with Academy Creek. 24 feet deep and 150 feet wide in Academy Creek; and A cut from Academy Creek to Turtle River, if later decided advisable. A channel in Back River 20 feet deep and 150 feet wide from St. Simon Sound to the mouth of Mill Creek. A channel in Terry Creek 10 feet deep and 80 feet wide from its mouth to a point immediately above the wharf of the Glynn Canning Co. The project channels extend from the 32-foot contour in the ocean across the bar, through St. Simon Sound, Brunswick River, and Turtle River to the upper end of the Atlantic Refining Co.'s wharf, 20.4 miles; from Brunswick River through East River to the upper end of the project in Academy Creek, 2.7 miles; from St. Simon Sound through Back River to Mill Creek, the upper end of Back River im- provement, 2.9 miles; from Back River through Terry Creek to the upper end of the Glynn Canning Co.'s wharf, 1.8 miles; a total of 27.8 miles. All depths refer to mean low water. The mean tidal range on the bar is 6.5 feet, at the city of Brunswick 7.3 feet,~ and at the upper end RIVERS AND HARBORS-SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 535 of the harbor 7.6 feet, with minor fluctuations due to wind and lunar effects. The estimated cost of new work, revised in 1952, (exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects), is $3,923,600 including $10,- 000 contributed by local interests. The latest (1952) approved esti- mate for annual cost of maintenance is $214,800. The existing project was authorized by the following river and har- bor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1879 Construction of East River jetty-----------------.... Annual report, 1880, p. 959. Mar. 2, 1907 Channels in the inner and outer harbors of 30-foot H. Doec. 407, 59th Cong., 1st sess. depth at mean high water6 with widths varying from 150 feet in Academy reek to 400 feet across the outer bar, extension of training wall in East River, and construction of 2 spur dikes. Mar. 2,1919 Channels 27 feet deep at mean low water over the bar H. Doc. 393, 64th Cong., 1st sess. and at Brunswick Point; and 24 feet deep at mean low water in the inner harbor, and provides for a cut from Academy Creek to Turtle River, if deemed advisable. July 3, 1930 A channel in Back River 20 feet deep and 150 feet wide_ S. Doe. 57, 71st Cong., 2d sess., 1 Do- ... Increased channel dimensions of the bar; Brunswick S. Doe. 132, 71st Cong., 2d sess. Point, East River, and Turtle River, as given in the then existing project. 1 June 20,1938 A 10-foot channel in Terry Creek ------------- H. Doe. 690, 75th Cong., 3d sess. 1 May 17, 1950 Increased channel dimensions of the bar, St. Simon H. Doe. 110, 81st Cong., 1st sess. Sound, Brunswick River, East River, and Turtle River, as given in the existing project. 1 Contains the latest published map. Local cooperation.-The project provides that local interests give assurance satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will provide, at their own expense, terminal facilities suited to prospective commerce; furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, ease- ments, and rights-of-way for the initial construction and future maintenance of the project, when and as required; and hold and save the United States free from damages due to construction and future maintenance of the project. Terminal facilities.-Thisimprovement is served by 23 wharves and piers (19 in East River, 2 in Turtle River, 1 in Terry Creek, and 1 in Academy Creek), having a total berthing space of 8,287 feet. Practi- cally all the wharves are privately owned. The majority of the structures are of pile-and-timber construction. The city of Bruns- wick has acquired the site of a former shipyard for future develop- ment as a terminal site. Plans are being prepared for the construction of a State Port Terminal to be located in Brunswick River 2.7 miles :below the center of the city. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. For further details see Port Series No. 14, Corps of Engineers (revised 1946). Operations and results during fiscal year.-Office engineering work and miscellaneous surveys cost $2,484.67. The expenditure was $2,461.91. : Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is about 57 percent completed. Academy Creek was completed in 1926. Upper and Lower Turtle River and Back River were completed in 1931. Brunswick Point and East River were completed in 1932. Brunswick 536 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Bar was completed in 1936. Terry Creek was completed in 1939. East River training wall and spur dike are in satisfactory condition. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is as follows: Deepen the existing channels to 32 feet and 500 feet wide across the entrance bar, 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide through St. Simons Sound, Brunswick River, and East River to the foot of Fifth Street, and 30 feet deep and 300 feet wide in Turtle River to the wharf of the Atlantic Refinery Co. and construct 2 turning basins, 1 opposite the former J. A. Jones Shipyard at the mouth of Turtle River, and the other opposite the Atlantic Refinery Co.'s wharf in Upper Turtle River. The controlling depths at mean low water were as follows: Project depth Controlling mean low water depth on Date deter- (feet) center range mined (feet) Bar .------ ------------------------------------------ 32 23 March 1952. Brunswick River: Cedar Hammock Range -----------............................ 30 25 Do. Brunswick Point Cut range--.---------------- . --... 30 26 Do. East River (to 5th St.) --------------------------------- 30 18 Do. East River (5th St. to Academy Creek) --- _--------.. 27 18 Do Academy Creek --------------------------- 24 8 Do. Lower Turtle River- ----------. -------------------- 30 28 Do. -- ----------------------- Upper Turtle River.................................... 30 27 Do. Back River----------------...................---------------------------.......................... 20 9 April 1952. Terry Creek---............----.....------------------.......................... 10 3 January 1948. The costs and expenditures on the existing project to June 30, 1952, were as follows: Regular funds Public orks Total Costs: New work---------------------------------.......................................... $2, 123, 600. 29 $97,520.95 $2, 221,121.24 Maintenance __.............. -- --........................ 2, 409,146. 16 4, 995. 08 2, 414,141. 24 Total......------------------------- ------. 4, 532, 746. 45 102, 516. 03 4, 635, 262. 48 Expenditures ....--------------------------------- -- 4, 532, 723. 69 102, 516.03 4, 635, 239. 72 In addition, the costs and expenditures from contributed funds were $10,000 for new work. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $38.09, plus allotment of $176,900, a total of $176,938.09, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------------------------------- $22.76 Maintenance: Dredging in 32-foot channel on bar and 30-foot channel in the inner harbor with U. S. hopper dredge Gerig, 2 months, Sep- tember and October 1952------- --------------------- 174, 400. 00 Periodic condition surveys----------------------------- 2, 015.133 Miscellaneous reports and inspections------------------------500.00 ------------------- ---- -otal ------ 176, 915.33 Total for all work----------------------- --------- 176, 938.09 No work is proposed during fiscal year 1954. RIVERS AND HARBORS--SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 537 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: ......... Appropriated-- ..........------------------------------------------ ------------ 2, 864, 586.42 Cost..........-------.......------------- ---------------------------- ------------ 2, 864, 586. 42 Expenditures--.........------ ----- ------------ ------------- ..------------------- 2, 864, 586. 42 Maintenance: Appropriated-------- $6, 950. 00 $3, 600. 00 $4, 800.00 -$1, 901.67 $2, 500. 00 2, 468, 570. 64 Cost-.........-.. 6, 193.59 3, 535.04 4, 970.77 41. 14 2, 484. 67 2, 468, 555. 31 Expenditures......... 6, 504. 13 2, 649.99 4, 011.80 1, 751. 93 2,461. 91 2,468, 532. 55 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be" appropriated for competion of existing project----.....------------- $1, 692, 500 i In addition $10,000 contributed funds were expended for new work. 5. FERNAIVDINA HARBOR, FLA. Location.--The harbor entrance is 221/2 statute miles north of the entrance to Jacksonville Harbor, Fla., and 95 statute miles south of the entrance to Savannah Harbor, Ga. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 453.) Existing project.-This provides for two stone jetties at the harbor entrance, the north jetty 19,150 feet long and the south jetty 11,200 feet long; for a channel 32 feet deep at mean low water from deep water in the Atlantic Ocean to deep water at the junction of Lance- ford Creek with Amelia River, 400 feet wide below Calhoun Street in the city of Fernandina, and generally 300 feet wide above; and for widening the channel at the first bend below Lanceford Creek to 800 feet to form a turning basin. The length of the section included in the project is about 7 miles. The mean tidal range on the bar is 5.8 feet and in the inner harbor 6 feet, with minor fluctuations due to wind and lunar effects. The estimated cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $3,554,100. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $71,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 14,1880 Entrance jetties---- ------ Annual report, 1879, p. 792. July 13,1892 Raising and extending jetties so as to provide 19-foot Annual report, 1891, pp. 1565-1598. depth. Annual report, 1896, p. 1289. Mar. 2,1907 Improvement of inner harbor to obtain depth of 20 H. Doc. 388, 59th Cong., 1st sess. to 24 feet and channel widths of 400 to 600 feet. June 25,1910 Combining improvement of Fernandina Harbor and Cumberland Sound under the general heading of "Fernandina Harbor." Mar. 3,1925 Provided for a 26-foot channel.. .H. Doc. 227, 68th Cong., 1st sess. June 20,1938 Provided for the 28-foot channel and turning basin-.... H. Doc. 548, 75th Cong. 3d sess. Mar. 2,1945 Provided for reducing the maximum width of the H. Doc. 284, 77th Cong., 1st sess. turning basin from 1,000 to 800 feet, for shifting the (Contains the latest published channel line in this vicinity 50 feet northwesterly, maps.) and for including in the authorized project, at no additional cost, the small area dredged by Ray- onier, Inc. May 17,1950 Provided for 32-foot channel and turning basin-....... H. Doc. 662, 80th Cong., 2d sess. Local ooperation.-The project provides that local interests fur- nish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights 538 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY~.,- f52 of way, and spoil-disposal areas required for the new work and sub- sequent maintenance when and as required; hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction works; and provide, when needed, additional terminal facilities open to all on equal terms. Terminal facilities.-There are 16 wharves and piers (including a municipal wharf) having a total berthing space of 4,973 feet along the 2 miles of water frontage. The present facilities are considered ample for existing commerce. (For further details, see Port and Terminal Facilities at the Ports of Fernandina, Fort Pierce Harbor, Palm Beach, Port Everglades, Miami, Key West, and Tampa, Fla., 1941 Edition, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during the fiscal year.--Surveys and office engineering work cost $1,091.79. The expenditure was $1,057.01. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is about 92 percent completed. The two stone jetties were completed in 1905 and are in need of repairs. In June 1952 the controlling depths for half project width were as follows: 27 feet over the outer harbor, except for a shoal area on the south half of the channel near nun buoy 8, where the depth was 17 feet, and 26 feet over the inner harbor, except for a section between Rayonier's wharf and Lanceford Creek where the depth was 12 feet. The turning basin had a controlling depth of 24 feet. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is as follows: Deepen the existing outer and inner harbor channel and turning basin to 32 feet. The cost under the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $3,286,- 818.06 for new work and $897,704.41 for maintenance, a total of $4,184,522.47. The expenditure was $4,184,487.69. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $442.99, plus an allotment of $1,300, a total of $1,742.99, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952__- ------------------- __________ $34. 78 Maintenance : Periodic condition surveys___---------__ ----------- 1, 40& 2 Miscellaneous inspections and reports ---------------------- 300. 00 Total--------------------------------------------- 1, 708. 21 Total for all work----------------- ------------------ 1, 742. 99 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated---------------- ---------------------------------------------- $3, 286, 818.06 Cost..------------ --- -------------- ---------- ------------ ----------- ------------ ----------------------------------------------- 3, 286,818. 06 3, 286,818.06 Expenditures--------------- Maintenance: Appropriated------.......-- $75, 200. 00 -$13, 700. 00 $2, 800.00 -$6, 769.99 $1, 500. 00 898, 112. 62 Cost---------------_ -- 53, 597. 14 4, 718. 40 2, 048. 98 39.29 1,091. 79 897, 704. 41 Expenditures-------......... 53, 168. 34 4, 436. 06 2,116. 91 705.83 1, 057. 01 897, 669. 63 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project ---- ._------ -$267, 300 RIVERS AND ITARBORS-SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 539 6. EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES (GENERAL) The costs during the year were $8,694.18 for examinations and surveys, and $42,007.36 for contingencies, a total of $50,701.54. The expenditures were $51,769.53. The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $5,012.08, less accounts payable of $22.94, plus an allotment of $30,200 for fiscal year 1953 for contingencies, a total of $35,189.14, will be applied during fiscal year 1953 to expenses incurred under this heading. The additional sum of $5,000, for contingencies, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30.1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated---..... $70, 360.08 -$7, 500.00 $19, 600. 00 $25, 000. 00 $52, 247. 00 $865, 805. 73 Cost---.-------- ----- 58, 652. 25 18, 095. 73 18,717. 06 21, 943. 23 50, 701. 54 1859,633.65 Expenditures...--------. 58, 404. 46 20, 974. 92 19, 053. 85 22, 030. 75 51, 769. 53 860, 793. 65 1 In addition there was expended $1,800 contributed funds. 7. PLANT ALLOTMENT, SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-....... -$398,459.96 -$50, 000.00 -$100,000.00'$4,467,745.15 -$4,470,725.37 $852,915.62 Cost Expenditures 306. 22 .......-360, 16, 656. 43 -269, 547. 31 4, 584, 368. 37 -4, 471, 231. 67 509, 288. 47 8. INACTIVE NAVIGATION PROJECTS For last full Cost and expenditures to Estimated Name of project seereport, report, annual June 30, 1952 June 30, 1952 amount re- quired to report for- New work Maintenance complete 1. Savannah River at Augusta, Ga.' ...... 1929 5 $200, 556. 30 $17, 443. 70 Completed. 2. Savannah River above Augusta, Ga.' 3__ 1929 69, 599. 99 5, 870.01 (4) 3. Sapelo Harbor, Ga.' 3__ __----------- 1929 17, 905. 73 17, 094. 27 Completed. 4. Darien Harbor, Ga. 1950 __------------------- 6 199, 722. 65 44,183.20 Do. 5. Altamaha, Oconee and Ocmulgee Rivers, 1951 60, 847. 16 938, 135. 15 (7) Ga.5 6. Fancy Bluff Creek, Ga.---------------................ 1935 8, 000. 00 4, 200. 00 Completed. 7. Satilla River, Ga.' .--------------------1951 9, 451. 59 37, 792. 99 Do. 8. St. Marys River, Ga. and Fla., and 1951 15, 688. 36 56,860.33 1, 014, 800 North River, Ga. 1 Project recommended for abandonment in H. Doc. No. 467, 69th Cong., 1st sess. 9 In addition, $185,000 was expended from contributed funds: $172,150.72 for new work and $12,849.28 for maintenance. 3 No commerce reported. 4 About 84 percent completed. Owing to construction of 2 power dams which have submerged much of the work under the present and former projects, this improvement cannot be completed as originally planned. 6Channel adequate for commerce. 6 Includes $54,929.44 expended on Doboy Bar. 7 Existing project is such that percentage of completion cannot be stated. 540 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 9. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Document Rco- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Buckingham Landing, Beaufort House Public Works Comrn-..................... Co., Hilton Head Island, S. C.... mittee resolution, Apr. 25, 1951. Savannah Harbor, Ga., with a Committee on Public _ .... ................ view to determining if advisable Works, House of Repre- to modify existing project at this sentatives, Apr. 25, 1951. time. Savannah River, Ga. (supple- Sec. 6, River and Harbor ..............-.......... mental 308 report). Savannah Harbor,1 Ga. (survey).-- Act, Aug. 30, 1935. Committee on Public _.............. Works, House of Repre- -....--..... sentatives, July 21, 1950. Hilton Head Island, S. C., Buck- House Public Works Com-..................... ingham Landing, Beaufort mittee resolution, Apr. County, S. C. 25, 1951. I Limited to preliminary examination scope. 10. SAVANNAH RIVER BASIN, GA. AND S. C. Location.-The works covered by this project consist of a series of 11 dams and reservoirs on the Savannah River and its tributaries in Georgia and South Carolina. (See U. S. Geological Survey Maps of Georgia and South Carolina.) Existing project.-The Flood Control Act approved December 22, 1944, approved the general plan for the comprehensive develop- ment of the Savannah River basin for flood control and other purposes recommended in House Document 657, Seventy-eighth Congress, sec- ond session, and authorized the construction of the Clark Hill Reser- voir on the Savannah River in Georgia and South Carolina as the initial step of this development at an estimated cost of $35,300,000. The Flood Control Act approved May 17, 1950, authorized $50,000,000 to be appropriated for the construction of the Hartwell Reservoir in the general plan for the comprehensive development of the Savan- nah River basin. Following is a list of the dams and reservoirs included in the com- prehensive plan. The estimated costs given were revised in 1952. Dams and Reservoirs Estimated cost Name River truRelocations tion Lands and rights of Total way Clark Hill, Ga. and S. C---------.......... Savannah-..... 65, 536, 500 $6,111,500 $5, 152, 000 $76, 800, 000 Hartwell, Ga. and S. C---------..... -- do-........ 66,831, 400 8,120, 000 11, 255, 000 86,206,400 Goat Island, Ga. and S. C ..... do ........ 29,696,000 482,000 4,245, 000 34, 423, 000 __--do-----.-- Middleton Shoals, Ga., and S. C_--- 14, 660,000 135, 000 779, 000 15, 574, 000 Chattooga Units (4), Ga. and S. C. Chattooga- 37, 706, 000 310, 000 1,437, 000 39, 453, 000 Broad......... 34,111,000 Tallow Hill, Ga------------................... 1,081,000 1,693,000 36, 885, 000 Anthony Shoals, Ga.. . . _. .. _do - -. 14, 517,000 940, 000 1,620, 000 17, 077, 000 Newry-Old Pickens, S. C- 23, 875, 000 w-Keowee.--"... 1,990,000" 2,003,000 27,868,000 FLOOD CONTROL--SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 541 Local cooperation.-None required. Clark Hill and Hartwell Reservoirs are the only projects in the comprehensive plan that have been authorized for construction. Indi- vidual reports on those two reservoirs are given in the following pages. 11. HARTWELL RESERVOIR, SAVANNAH RIVER BASIN, GA. AND S. C. Location.--The site of the Hartwell Dam is on the Savannah River 305 miles above its mouth and 89 miles upstream from Augusta, Ga. At full-power-pool elevation, the reservoir will extend 7.1 miles up the Savannah River to the confluence of the Tugaloo and Seneca, 41 miles up the Tugaloo, 27 miles up the Seneca to the mouth of upstream Little River, S. C., thence 2 miles up Little River to the Newry site and 7 miles up the Keowee to the Old Pickens site, and 8 miles up Deep Creek. (See U. S. Geological Survey maps of Georgia and South Carolina.) Existing project.-The Flood Control Act approved May 17, 1950, authorized $50,000,000 to be appropriated for constructing the Hart- well Reservoir in the general plan for the comprehensive development of the Savannah River basin approved in the Flood Control Act of December 22, 1944, in addition to the authorization for project con- struction in the act of December 22, 1944, recommended in House Document No. 657, Seventy-eighth Congress, second session. This project, as now planned, provides for a gravity-type concrete dam 1,972 feet long with earth embankments at either end, 9,497 feet long on the Georgia side and 6,341 feet long on the South Carolina side. The total length of the dam will be about 17,810 feet, with a roadway over the top 24 feet wide. The main dam will consist of 2 nonoverflow goncrete sections on the right and left bank each 470 feet long, a gravity-type concrete spillway 568 feet long equipped with 12 Tainter gates 40 by 35 feet, in the channel, and an intake section 436 feet long with the powerhouse on the South Carolina side of the river. The maximum height of the concrete section will be 204 feet above river bottcimi and the earth-fill embankments will vary in:height to a maxi- mum of about 87 feet. At full-power-pool elevation 660 the reservoir will provide a total storage of 2,562,600 acre-feet of which 1,559,900 acre-feet will be usable. The initial power installation will be about 180,000 kilowatts, and the ultimate will be about 300,000 kilowatts. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $66,831,400 for construction, $8,120,000 for lands, and $11,255,000 for relocations and rights-of-way, a total of $86,206,400. The estimate for annual cost of maintenance and operation is $474,000. Local cooperation.-None required. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-Advance planning report was continued. Hydrology, hydraulic and power studies were in progress. Geological investigations were completed for the planning stage of the investigation. Contract was awarded for complete mapping of the reservoir area. The cost was $234,925.18. The expenditure was $193,317.88. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Study and planning are about 45 percent complete. Hydrology and hydraulic studies are about 70 per- 245554-53-vol. 1 35 542 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 cent complete. Power studies are about 84 percent complete. Geo- logical investigations for the planning stage are complete. Contract for reservoir mapping has been let; the area has been flown and flight pictures have been furnished. The cost of new work under the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $306,870.28. The expenditure was $262,048.31. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $80,551.69, plus an allotment of $300,000 for fiscal year 1953, a total of $380,551.69, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 ---------------------------- $44, 821. 97 Planning: Surveys and preliminary engineering------ ---------- 335, 729. 72 Total for all work--_ ------------------------------ 380, 551. 69 The sum of $4,000,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954, as follows: New work: Clearing and grubbing of site, earth embankment, paving road- way and access road to powerhouse-- ----------------- $2, 214, 000 Construction bridge - 195, 000 Project office and laboratory------- 0, 000 7---------------------- Water supply 000 2------------------------- Electric power substation--------------------------------- 100, 000 First stage cofferdam----------------------------------- 313, 000 Relocate U. S. Highway 29-------------------------------- 111, 000 Subsurface explorations quarry site------------------------- 25, 000 Land acquisition____--- ----- ------------ 150, 000 Engineering and design---------------------------------- 800, 000 Total for all work ---------------------------------- 4, 000, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Apropriated---------.........--............ ------..----------------.......... --- $170, 000.00 $172, 600.00 ---............ $342,600.00 Cost-------------------------------------------............................................. 71, 945. 10 234, 925. 18 306, 870. 28 Expenditures-----------------------------......... ............ ............ --------............ 68, 730. 43 193, 317. 88 262,048. 31 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_ $28, 847. 36 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953--------- 300,000.00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 ......- _ 328, 847. 36 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project----__---- - _____--- 85, 563, 800. 00 12. CLARK HILL RESERVOIR, SAVANNAH RIVER BASIN, GA. AND S. C. Location.-The work covered by this project is a dam and reservoir on the Savannah River and its tributaries in Georgia and, South Carolina. (See U. S. Geological Survey maps of Georgia-and South Carolina.) Existing project.-The Flood Control Act approved December 292, 1944, approved the general plan for the comprehensive development of the Savannah River Basin for flood control and other purposes as FLOOD CONTRO---SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 543 recommended in House Document No. 657, Seventy-eighth Congress, second session, and authorized the construction of the Clark Hill Reservoir on the Savannah River in Georgia and South Carolina. The estimated cost, revised in 1952, is $76,800,000. The latest (1950) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance and operation is $392,000. The Clark Hill Reservoir is on the Savannah River, 237.7 miles above its mouth and about 22 miles upstream from Augusta, Ga. The dam will have a total length of 5,680 feet, consisting of a concrete section 2,282 feet long with a maximum height of 200 feet, and. a controlled-spillway section 1,096 feet long. The concrete section will be flanked on the west by a rolled-earth embankment extending 2,069 feet to the abutment, and on the east by a similar embankment 1,329 feet long. The reservoir will have a total storage capacity of 2,900,000 acre-feet, of which 390,000 acre-feet will be reserved for flood control and 1,340,000 acre-feet will be used for the storage of water for generating hydroelectric power. The power installations will consist of 7 generating units of 40,000 kilowatts each, a total of 280,000 kilowatts. Local cooperation.-Nonerequired. Operations and results during the fiscal year.-Sixteen piers, surmounting the spillway of the concrete dam, were completed. All Tainter gates, together with operating machinery, were installed. The spillway piers were bridged, and the roadway over the dam, with approaches, guard rails, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks, was con- structed. The floating bulkhead for emergency closure of the spill- way openings was completed. Stone slope protection was completed on the east embankment, and partially completed on the west down- stream bank. Sluice gate operating equipment was installed. The installation of power and lighting circuits in the dam was well advanced. The elevator was installed in the dam. The construc- tion trestle was removed from the west bank to block 30, the concrete mixing and aggregate producing plants disassembled, and the quarry site fenced. Contracts for relocating county roads in Lincoln County, Ga., South Carolina State highways near Parksville, S. C., electric lines in South Carolina, were entered into and completed. Two contracts for relo- cating the C & WC Railroad were negotiated, and work on these, as well as on a previously negotiated contract with the Georgia State Highway Department, progressed satisfactorily. An additional con- tract for relocating South Carolina highways was completed. Reservoir clearing was completed, a total of 28,826 acres being cleared during the year. Impoundment of water was begun in December 1951, and the lake rose to the spillway crest at elevation 300 feet on March 3, 1952. Temporary flood conditions during March increased the water elevation to 314 feet on March 27, 1952, and damage to downstream lowlands was prevented by operation of the Tainter gates. Upon the return of the normal flow of the river, only sufficient water was passed to satisfy the needs of navigation, and the requirements of the downstream hydroelectric plant. 544 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Powerhouse construction was continued. Structural steel was erected to the roof of the control bay, service bay, and in units Nos. I and 2 of the generating room. Concrete walls were completed to the roof at units Nos. 1 and 2, and to varying heights from 10 to 30 feet below the roof at the remaining units. Scroll cases were completed and encased in Prepakt Concrete at units Nos. 1 and 2, and were in process of erection at units Nos. 3 and 4. Draft tube liners were placed in units Nos. 5 and 6, and the speed ring placed in unit No. 5. The turbine was installed in unit No. 1, and assembly of the gener- ator at this unit was started. The powerhouse crane was erected, end operated at unit No. 1 and in the service bay. The draft tube gantry crane was assembled and tested. Draft tube gate guides were completed at units Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, and assembly of the draft tube gates was begun. Work was commenced on the installation of cable trays in the tunnel to the switchyard. All foundation work for the 115-kv switchyard was completed, and structural steel was erected. Assembly and installation of disconnect swithches, potential devices, carrier current equipment, and lightning arresters was begun. The total cost of new work during the year was $14,894,523.90, and expenditures amounted to $14,198,451.47. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The project, commenced in Novem- ber 1945, was 83 percent completed. Of the total of 165,173 acres of land required for the project, 162,961 had been acquired, and the right of entry obtained for the remainder. The reservoir pool area, totaling 65,140 acres, had been completely cleared. All relocations, including roads, railroads, power lines and cemeteries were under contract, and with few minor exceptions, had been completed. The contract for the dam and appurtenant works was 98 percent completed, only the removal of th downstream arm of the east cof- ferdam, and a few minor items of construction remaining to be ac- complished. Water had been impounded to an elevation of 303 feet. The powerhouse was 60 percent completed. Walls and roof slabs had been completed at units Nos. 1 and 2, and partially erected for the remaining monoliths. Structural framing and the roof slab for the service bay had been completed, and floors and walls were in process of construction. Turbine and generator installations were progressing, with operation of unit No. 1 anticipated in October 1952. The station-service turbines and generators, and.other accessory elec- trical equipment were in process of installation. The cable tunnel to the switchyard had been completed. Switchyard structural framing had been erected, and installations of electrical equipment was in process. Access roads, boat launching ramps, and other features necessary to the maintenance and operation of the reservoir, were under con- struction. Work remaining to be done consisted of completing legal action for acquiring land under condemnation, completing existing contracts for the dam, powerhouse, generating units, switchyard, and accessory FLOOD CONTROL--SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 545 electrical and mechanical equipment; hired labor operations for the provision of reservoir management facilities, and such operational activities as will be necessary during the construction of the project. The total cost to June 30, 1952, was $63,982,962.08, and total expen- ditures amounted to $61,218,384.81. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $7,480,429.19, plus accounts receivable, $1,001,697.04, plus an allotment of $4,079,000 for fiscal year 1953, a total of $12,561,126.23, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------------------ $2, 836, 477. 28 New work : Dam and appurtenant works------------------- - 495, 000. 00 Land acquisition__--- 78, 000. 00 Relocations of roads and railroads_ 171, 000. 00 Supply contracts for main turbines, station-service turbines and generators, main and auxiliary control boards, tele- phone code call, machine shop equipment, high tension cables, governors, generators, transformers, 15KV switch- gear and bus work________----------------- ---- 4,649,000.00 Powerhouse, construction, including elevator_____.___- - 2, 732, 952. 00 Switchyard construction ____________--------------- 99, 000. 00 Supply contracts for disconnect switches, high voltage bus, coupling capacitors, lightning arrestors, metering equip- ment, carrier current, oil circuit breakers----- 491, 000. 00 Contract larviciding; photography, miscellaneous equip- ment -------------- ------------------------------- 74, 000. 00 Hired labor features----------------------- ----------- 134, 696. 95 Preliminary engineering--------------------- ---- ----- 87, 000. 00 Operation and maintenance----------------------------- 588, 000. 00 Reservoir management construction -------------------- 125, 000. 00 Total ----------------- ------------------------ 9, 724, 648. 95 Total for all work--------- ---------------- ------ 12, 561, 126. 23 The additional sum of $2,725,000 can be profitably expended dur- ing fiscal year 1954 for the following schedule of work: New work: Construction of powerhouse ------------------------------ $645, 000 Governors, generators, transformers, switchgear and bus work, and oil circuit breakers-------- ------ ---------------- 1,436, 000 Construction engineering and design------------------------75, 000 Hired labor features------ ------------------------------- 60, 00 Reservoir management construction ----------------------- 87, 000 Recreational facilities----------------------------------- 12, 000 Total for all new work- --------------------------- 2,315, 000 Maintenance: Operations -------------- ------------------------------ 295, 000 Maintenance and repairs ...----------------------------- 115, 000 Total - ---------------------------------------- 410, 000 Total for all work---- ...--------------------------- 2, 725, 000 546 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ ing fiscal years. 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated __$5,000,000.00 $9,198,814.00 $13, 000, 000. 00 $19, 800, 000. 00 $17, 200, 000. 00 $69, 698, 814. 00 Cost 3, 602, 035. 6910,704,801.00 14,43, 061. 51 17, 860, 994. 38 14, 894, 523. 90 ..--------- 63, 982, 262. 08 Expenditures__ 3, 621, 352. 71 9,376,888.98 14, 330, 581. 19 17, 375, 354. 47 14, 198, 451. 47 61, 218, 384.81 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952____-------------- $130, 191. 09 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953-------- 4, 079, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953_ .. __-- 4,209, 191. 09 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project_--__-- ---------- 3, 022, 200. 00 13. MACON, GA. Location.-This project is on the west bank of the Ocmulgee River and extends from the Fifth Street Bridge at Macon, Ga., downstream 13,000 feet, thence westward from the river to the Southern Railway embankment, a total of 5.5 miles. The city of Macon, Ga., is 205 river miles above the junction of the Ocmulgee and Oconee Rivers, which form the Altamaha River 137 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. (See U. S. Geological Survey map of Georgia.) Existing project.-The existing project was authorized by the Flood Control Act approved July 24, 1946. (See H. Doc. 560, 79th Cong., 2d sess.) This provides for increasing the height and cross section of the existing levee, which is 2.4 miles long, and constructing an extension to that levee for 3.1 miles, with appurtenant structures. The project was completed October 13, 1950, and turned over to local interests January 5, 1951, for operation and maintenance. The total cost for the completed work was $363,580.49. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The operating manual was completed, and turned over to local interests for use in operation and maintenance of the project. The cost and expenditures were $4.01 "fornew work. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The project was completed and under operation and maintenance by local interests. The total cost and expenditures to June 30, 1952, have been $363,- 580.49. Proposed operations.-None. FLOOD CONTROL--SAVANNAH, GA., DISTRICT 547 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Aporopriated __ _ __ $25, 000. 00 $200, 000.00 $184, 000. 00 ..---------- -$45, 419. 51 $3-3, 580. 49 Cost--.---- 20, 381. 3- 31,330. 61 209,616. 58 $102, 247. 96 4.01 3-3, 580. 49 Expenditures- ......-- 19, 187.3 30, 043. 10 171, 208. 77 143, 137.22 4.01 363, 580. 49 14. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES FOR FLOOD CONTROL The cost during the year was $341.93. The expenditures were $345.- 98. The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $406.55, less accounts payable of $1.24, plus an allotment of $1,500 for fiscal year 1953, a total of $1,905.31, will be applied during the year to payment of expenses incurred under this heading. The additional sum of $15,900 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June S30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated_-........ $120, 000. 00 $125, 500. 00 $29, 500. 00 $24, 000. 00 -$15,000.00 $808, 500. 00 Cost ------------------73, 595. 40 157, 623. 37 36, 156. 32 16, 511. 72 341. 93 808, 094. 69 Expenditures --------- 67, 202. 42 167, 789. 06 32, 060. 14 17, 228. 33 345. 98 808, 093.45 15. INACTIVE FLOOD-CONTROL PROJECTS For last Cost and expenditures to Estimated full report, June 30, 1952 amount re- Name of project see annual quired to report for- New work Maintenance complete 1. Augusta, Savannah River, Ga ......----. 1941-------....... $643,016.49 ---------------- Completed. 2. Emergency flood-control work under 1949----....------------------- $6, 530.87 Do. authority of the Flood Control Act approved August 18, 1941, as amended. 3. Snagging and clearing under authority 1950 ...... 8,772. 42 ---------------- Do. of sec. 2 of Flood Control Act approved August 28, 1937. 548 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 16. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood-control acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Document Recoim- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress All streams in the State of Georgia Flood Control Act, May 17, ........ flowing into the Atlantic Ocean 1950. between the Ogeeche River and Altamaha River. Altamaha River, Ga ............. Flood Control Act, June 22, 1936. Altamaha River and the Ogeechee Flood Control Act, May 17, River, all streams in the State of 1950. Georgia, flowing into the At- lantic Ocean. Atlantic Ocean, all streams in the do .... ..... State of Georgia, the Ogeechee River and Altamaha River. Ogeechee River and Altamaha ....----do.-------...-- ---------------- River, all streams in the State of Georgia, flowing into the Atlantic Ocean. St. Marys River, Ga. and Fla.; do ... ..... -- - - --. -. . . . . . ..--------- Suwannee River, Ga. and Fla.; Satilla River, Ga.; for flood con- trol; navigation, and other bene- ficial uses. Satilla River, Ga.; St. Marys ..... do-.....------------ . River, Ga. and Fla.; Suwannee River, Ga. and Fla.; for flood control, navigation, and other beneficial uses. Savannah River, Ga. (supplemen- River and Harbor Act,............ tal 308 report). Aug. 30, 1935. Suwannee River, Ga. and Fla.; Flood Control Act, May 17, ------------- St. Marys River, Ga. and Fla.; 1950. Satilla River, Ga.; for flood con- trol, navigation, and other bene- ficial uses. IMPROVEMENT OF RIVERS AND HARBORS IN THE JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT This district comprises a portion of central-southern Georgia and all of peninsular Florida except a small northeastern portion, em- bracing the watersheds tributary to the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico from, but not including, the harbor at Fernandina, Fla., to and including the Aucilla River. It also includes Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands of the United States, and other nearby islands. District engineer: Col. Richard W. Pearson, Corps of Engineers, to February 15, 1952, and Col. Herman W. Schull, Jr., Corps of En- gineers, since that date. Division engineer of the South Atlantic Division, Atlanta, Ga., comprising the Wilmington, N. C., Charleston, S. C., Savannah, Ga., Jacksonville, Fla., and Mobile, Ala., districts: Col. C. K. Harding, Corps of Engineers. IMPROVEMENTS Navigation Navigation-Continued Page Page 1. Atlantic Intracoastal Water- 20. Snagging and clearing under way between Norfolk, Va., authority of section 3 of and the St. Johns River, the River and Harbor Act Fla. (Jacksonville Dis- approved March 2, 1945_ 620 trict) _-------- 550 21. Examinations, surveys, and 2. Jacksonville Harbor, Fla __ 552 contingencies (general) ___ 620 3. St. Johns River, Fla., Jack- 22. Plant allotment (navigation) 621 sonville to Lake Harney _ 557 23. Inactive navigation projects- 621 4. Oklawaha River, Fla ...... 561 24. Miscellaneous activities ... 622 5. Intracoastal Waterway, Jacksonville to Miami, Flood control Fla _ _ _ 564 6. Canaveral Harbor, Fla .... 571 25. Central and Southern Flori- 7. Fort Pierce Harbor, Fla --- 576 da_-_ _ 632 8. Palm Beach Harbor, Fla- . 578 26. Snagging and clearing under 9. Port Everglades Harbor, Fla- 582 authority of section 2 of 10. Miami Harbor, Fla _ 586 the Flood Control Act ap- 11. Okeechobee Waterway, Fla_ 590 proved August 28, 1937, 12. Intracoastal Waterway, Ca- as amended_ 642 loosahatchee River to Anc- 27. Preliminary examinations, lote River, Fla _-.- .- 597 surveys, and contingencies 13. Charlotte Harbor, Fla ..... 600 for flood control ........ 643 14. Tampa Harbor, Fla .. ..... 602 28. Plant allotment (flood con- 15. Withlacoochee River, Fla. .-. 609 trol) ----------------- 643 16. Arecibo Harbor, P. R ----- 17. San Juan Harbor, P. R_ __. 612 614 29. Inactive flood-control proj- ects _ . . . 644 18. Mayaguez Harbor, P. R .. - 616 30. Miscellaneous activities.... 644 19. Removing the water hyacinth from navigable waters in the State of Florida .... 618 549 550 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 1. ATLANTIC INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY BETWEEN NORFOLK, VA., AND THE ST. JOHNS RIVER, FLA. (JACKSONVILLE DISTRICT) Location.-This section includes that part of the Intracoastal Waterway between the southerly limit of Fernandina Harbor, Fla., at the junction of Lanceford Creek and Amelia River, and the St. Johns River, Fla. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 577.) (For Beaufort, S. C., to Cumberland Sound section, see p. 523.) Previous projects.-The first project for the improvement of that part of the waterway was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of May 23, 1828, and modified by River and Harbor Act of June 23, 1874. For further details see annual report for 1915, page 1823, and annual report for 1938, page 605. Existing project.-This provides for dredging and maintaining a channel 12 feet deep, with widths of 90 feet in land cuts and narrow streams and 150 feet in open waters, following in general the aline- ment of the existing waterway from Fernandina Harbor to St. Johns River, about 21.9 miles, with a cutoff in Kingsley Creek just north of the Seaboard Air Line Railroad bridge, and with such additional cutoffs or other changes in the adopted route as may be found desirable and justified by the resultant benefits to navigation. The mean range of tide is 6 feet at Fernandina and 3.8 feet in the St. Johns River, with fluctuations from 1.5 to 3 feet, due to winds and lunar phases. The actual cost of new work was $263,659.41, exclusive of amounts expended under previous projects. The latest (1952) approved esti- mate for annual cost of maintenance is $13,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 4,1913 For a channel 100 feet wide and 7 feet deep......--------- H. Doc. 898, 62d Cong., 2d sess. June 20,1938 For a channel 12 feet deep with present authorized H. Doe. 618, 75th Cong., 3d sess. widths and including a cut-off in Kingsley Creek, (Contains the latest published subject to the provision of additional cutoffs or maps.) changes in routing upon the approval of the Secre- tary of War. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with as to original construction. The River and Harbor Act approved June 20, 1938, included the requirement that local interests furnish spoil-disposal areas for subsequent maintenance as may be required. The Florida Inland Navigation District, a special taxing district empowered by Florida State law to comply with features of local cooperation, has furnished rights-of-way and spoil-disposal easements for maintenance dredging to provide for the rectification of the channel alinement and has fur- nished temporary spoil-disposal areas as and when needed. By letter dated June 12, as modified by letter dated December 6, 1944, the district engineer requested the Florida Inland Navigation District to furnish spoil-disposal areas in perpetuity adequate for a 25-year maintenance program. The Navigation District has furnished a considerable num- RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 551 ber of the required spoil-disposal areas, and others are being furnished at a satisfactory rate. Terminal facilities.-There are no terminal facilities along this section of the Intracoastal Waterway. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: Prelimi- nary plans and specifications for contract dredging not yet begun cost $1,619.06. Periodic condition surveys and inspections cost $3,064.50. The cost was $4,683.56 for maintenance. The expenditures were $4,625.76. Condition at end of fiscal year.-A 7-foot channel was dredged be- tween October 1913 and February 1915, and was deepened to 12 feet with present authorized widths between November 1940 and September 1941, thereby completing the existing project. The length of the waterway was reduced 2.4 miles between May and October 1943 by making five cutoffs and widening bends at three localities. To safe- guard navigation through bridge openings and to permit breaking tows when tidal conditions are adverse, 14 protective and 10 tieup dolphins have been constructed at the Sisters Creek bridge at the southerly entrance to the waterway, and 8 protective and 10 tieup dolphins have been constructed at the Kingsley Creek bridges, about 4 miles south of Fernandina. At the Kingsley Creek bridges, three of the four center protective dolphins-one on the north side and two on the south side-have been destroyed. In July 1951, the controlling depth was 6.4 feet in midchannel for half project width and 7.3 feet and 2.6 feet in the easterly and westerly outside quarters, respectively. The costs of the existing project have been $263,659.41 for new work and $777,786.69 for maintenance, a total of $1,041,446.10. The expenditures have been $1,041,135.32. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $49,624.24, plus an allotment of $2,800 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $52,424.24, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 ------------------------------- $310. 78 Maintenance: Complete, under existing contract, dredging to restore project dimensions at nine shoal areas, July-September 1952---------49, 262. 00 Install, by contract, direction and marker signs, February 1953___ 1, 500. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ----------- 1,351. 46 52, 113.46 Total for all work----------------- ---- 52, 424. 24 ----- -- The additional sum of $3,100 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Remove 10 tie-up dolphins near Kingsley Creek bridges, August 1953----- ----------------------------------------- $1, 500 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ----------- 1, 600 Total for all work_...------- -- -...-. ------- --------- 3,100 552 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--.........---------..........----- ........---------...------------......-------..--- -- --------.........--......... $361, 224. 96 Cost...-------------------------- ---------------- ----------------------------- 361,224.96 Expenditures......------...------- ----------------------.......-------.......-------..............--------..... 361, 224. 96 Maintenance: Appropriated-....... _ $2, 500.00 $3, 000. 00 ....------------ $1, 670. 71 $50, 750.00 827, 100. 15 Cost_.------- -------- 3, 348.'38 1, 378.37 $242. 24 438. 87 4, 683. 56 777, 786. 69 Expenditures...------.... -- 3, 157.27 1, 633. 26 218. 96 185. 89 4, 625. 76 777, 475. 91 2. JACKSONVILLE HARBOR, FLA. Location.-The St. Johns River rises in the marshes of Brevard County, Fla., near the east coast, and flows northwesterly to Jack- sonville, thence easterly into the Atlantic Ocean, 122 miles south of Savannah River. Its total length is about 285 miles. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 577.) Previous projects.-Six appropriations for surveys and experi- mental dredging on the bar were made from 1852 to 1878. Projects for permanent improvement were adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of June 14, 1880 and June 3, 1896. For further details see page 1823, annual report for 1915, and page 607, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for: (a) A channel 34 feet deep from the ocean to Commodore Point via a cutoff channel from St. Johns Bluff (Fulton) to Dame Point and via Terminal Channel along the west bank of the river just below Commodore Point, and thence 30 feet to the Florida East Coast Railway bridge at Jacksonville, with widths of 800 feet at the entrance and between the jetties, from 900 to 1,200 feet in Pilot Town Cut, from 1,050 to 1,335 feet in Mayport Cut, generally 500 feet in the St. Johns Bluff-Dame Point Cutoff, 1,200 feet at Dame Point, 590 feet in Terminal Channel (with the westerly edge 60 feet from the new pierhead-bulkhead line), from 400 to 900 feet in other cuts, increasing to as much as 1,115 feet at bends, and 300 feet in Arlington Cut, which is 30 feet deep and generally parallel to Terminal Channel; (b) a depth of 24 feet between that depth contour and the pierhead line at Jacksonville from Hogan Creek to the foot of Laura Street; (c) a depth of 28 feet to within 60 feet of the pierhead line in the area between the foot of Laura Street and the St. Elmo W. Acosta Bridge (formerly Duval County highway bridge); (d) a navigation and floodway channel 26 feet deep and 200 feet wide along the south side of the Commodore Point terminals, terminating in deep water at each end; (e) an approach and mooring basin 20 feet deep, 1,300 feet long at the 20-foot depth contour and 600 feet long at the pierhead line, in front of the Naval Reserve Armory in South Jacksonville; and (f) construction of training walls and revetments. All depths are referred to local mean low water. No dredging is to be done within 60 feet of a pierhead line, except at the Naval Reserve Armory. Natural depths of 34 feet or more, for adequate width, exist in midchannel from Commodore Point to the Florida East Coast Railway bridge at Jacksonville. Two converging rubblestone jetties, built at the entrance under a RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 553 previous project, are maintained under the existing project. The north jetty is 14,300 feet long and the south jetty is 11,183 feet long. The jetties are parallel and 1,600 feet apart for 4,022 feet from the sea ends. Stone training walls have been built at seven localities, involving about 7 miles of this class of structure. Stone revetments at five localities provide about 3.5 miles of shore protection. The training walls and revetments are located between Dame Point and Wards Bank, near the inner ends of the jetties. The length of section included in the project is 26.1 miles via the cutoff channel. The mean tidal range is 5.3 feet on the bar, 4.5 feet at Mayport, 2.6 feet at Dame Point (12 miles above the entrance), and 1.1 feet at Jacksonville (St. Elmo W. Acosta Bridge). The extreme range varies from about 9 feet on the bar to about 1.5 feet at Jackson- ville. Strong northeasterly winds raise the water level about 2 feet at Mayport and Jacksonville. Strong southwesterly winds lower the water about 1.5 feet at Mayport and 1 foot at Jacksonville. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $11,844,000 exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for anual cost of maintenance is $300,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents ST. JOHNS RIVER, FLA., OPPOSITE THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE Mar. 2,1907 A depth of 24 feet at mean low water between the 24- H. Doec. 663, 59th Cong., 1st sess. foot curve and the pierhead line at Jacksonville from Hogan Creek to the Florida East Coast Ry. bridge. ST. JOHNS RIVER, FLA. June 14,1880 Jetties at the entrane (maintenance only; new work Annual report for 1879, pp. 767- completed under a previous project). 792. June 3,1896 Extension of jetties, etc. (maintenance of jetties only; H. Ex. Doe. 346, 53d Cong., 3d new work completed under a previous project). sess., and annual report for 1895, pp. 1586-1604. June 25,1910 Main channel, 30 feet deep at mean low water, and in H. Doc. 611, 61st Cong., 2d 4 s. general 300 feet wide (via Arlington Cut), increas- ing to as much as 600 feet at bends and through the jetties; for an anchorage basin at Mayport, 800 feet in width beyond the channel limits; and for train- ing walls and revetments, all subject to modifica- tion in detail by the Chief of Engineers. ST. JOHNS RIVER, FLA., JACKSONVILLE TO THE OCEAN June 5,1920Consolidation of the above two projects to form a Specified in act. single project. July 3,1930 Widening the bend at Dame Point (to 900 feet). ------ H. Doc. 483, 70th Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 30,1935 Widening Drummond Creek, Trout Creek, and Six Senate committee print,74th Cong. Mile Creek Cuts to 400 feet; and Terminal Channel 1st sess. 30 feet deep and 400 feet wide along the terminals at Jacksonville. Mar. 2,1945 Maintenance of channel widths as they now exist; H. Doc. 322, 77th Cong., 1st sess.' widening Terminal Channel (30 feet deep) to a width of 590 feet; dredging the 28-foot-depth area between the foot of Laura St. and the St. Elmo W. Acosta Bridge; the navigation and floodway chan- nel along the south side of the Commodore Point terminals; and the approach and mooring basin in front of the Naval Reserve Armory. The 34-foot channel depth via the existing channels Do----....... S. Doc. 230, 78th Cong., 2d sess.l and Terminal Channel. Do.------ A cutoff channel between Dame Point and St. Johns S. Doe. 179, 79th Cong., 2d sess.' Bluff, .34 feet deep, in lieu of deepening the existing channel. I Contains latest published maps. 554 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Local cooperation.-All work authorized by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, is subject to the conditions that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, and rights-of-way and spoil-disposal areas for the initial work and for subsequent maintenance when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. It is provided that these requirements as to the 28- foot-depth dredging between the foot of Laura Street and the St. Elmo W. Acosta Bridge and the dredging in front of the Naval IReserve Armory may be waived or modified if in the discretion of .the Chief of Engineers such action is necessary in the interest of national defense (H. Doc. 322, 77th Cong., 1st sess.). The deepen- ing of the improvement to 34 feet is subject to the additional require- ment (S. Doc. 230, 78th Cong., 2d sess.) that local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will modify terminal facilities as necessary to permit full utilization of the deeper channel. A resolution adopted January 4, 1946, by the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, agreeing to comply with the above-mentioned features of local cooperation, was accepted by the Secretary of War on February 11, 1946, as satisfactory assurance of compliance. All spoil-disposal areas and rights-of-way required in connection with the new-work dredging between Commodore Point and the ocean and for the cutoff channel have been furnished. Terminal facilities.-There are 81 piers and wharves serving the water-borne commerce of the port. The depths of water vary from 31 feet at the larger terminals to a few feet at the inner end of the slips and at barge berths. The Jacksonville municipal terminals at Talleyrand Avenue consist of three piers. There are 35 other piers and wharves used for handling the water-borne commerce of the port or mooring vessels, 11 of which are open to the public. All have railway and highway connections except nine of the smaller piers, which have highway connections only. Of the remaining piers, 26 are used in connection with shipyards and marine repair plants, 2 for recreational craft, 8 for industrial purposes, and 7 are not used. In addition, privately operated piers and wharves are available at Mayport, Fla., to serve the fishing industry, and facilities for serv- icing recreational craft are available at Fulton. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (See Port Series No. 15, revised 1947, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Dredging, under continuing contract, to provide the 34- by 500-foot Dame Point- Fulton cutoff channel, which was begun July 10, 1950, and 89 percent completed at the beginning of the fiscal year, was completed August 3, 1951; the dike on the south side of the cutoff was completed October 24, 1951. Contract dredge Philadelphiaremoved 273,709 cubic yards of material at a cost of $211,684.64. Dredging, under continuing contract, to deepen the existing channel between Fulton and Mayport to 34 feet, which was 32 percent completed at the beginning of the fiscal year, was completed December 24, 1951. Contract dredge Bar- low removed 1,171,778 cubic yards of material at a cost of $568,752.43. Clean-up operations, consisting of dynamiting hard rock left by the Barlow, were completed January 9, 1952. Dredging, to deepen the RIVERS AND HARBORS--JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 555 existing channel between Mayport and the Ribault Bay entrance channel, which was in progress and 67 percent completed at the beginning of the fiscal year, was accomplished with the United States hopper dredges Comber, between July 1 and 18, 1951, and Gerig, be- tween October 1 and November 4, 1951. Removal of 1,036,679 cubic yards of material, bin measurement, cost $160,522.46. Hired-labor en- gineering studies to verify Dame Point-Fulton cutoff model study cost $852.94. Preliminary engineering by hired labor cost $4,576.93. Maintenance: Dredge Barlow removed 44,608 cubic yards of ma- terial between Fulton and Mayport at a cost of $22,175.98, concur- rent with new-work dredging. The United States hopper dredge Gerig removed 70,775 cubic yards of material, bin measurement, at a cost of $13,581.39, concurrent with new work dredging, between May- port and the Ribault Bay entrance channel. Leased dredge Philadel- phia removed 495,723 cubic yards of material from shoals in Drum- mond Creek and Dunn Creek, and Brills and Dame Point Cuts between March 3 and April 7, 1952, at a cost of $119,273.24. United States hop- per dredge Hyde removed 176,069 cubic yards of material, bin measure- ment, from shoals in Terminal Channel and Long. Branch Cut, be- tween December 21, 1951, and January 16, 1952, and between March 29 and April 24, 1952, at a cost of $92,384.15. Hired-labor periodic condition surveys and inspections and surveys to relocate and re- establish Jacksonville harbor-line reference monuments, cost $2,101.76. The total costs for the year were $946,389.40 for new work and $249,516.52 for maintenance, a total of $1,195,905.92. The expendi- tures were $1,597,462.94. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 97 percent completed. Dredging was begun about November 1910. A channel at least 30 feet deep and of practicable width from the en- trance to Jacksonville was completed in March 1922. Widening the 30-foot channel to authorized widths was completed in July 1937, except Terminal Channel, which was only 400 feet wide. Deepening the existing channels to 34 feet including widening Terminal Channel to 575 feet was begun in July 1947, and was completed in December 1951. The Dame Point-Fulton Cutoff was opened to traffic in June 1951. The easterly end of Bar Cut was dredged to depths of 40 and 42 feet and 700 feet wide between April and September 1951. Those depths were obtained to accommodate United States Navy aircraft carriers at no cost to the project. A depth of 24 feet was provided between the 24-foot contour and the pierhead line at Jacksonville, from Hogan Creek to the Florida East Coast Railway bridge, between October 1907 and January 1912. The two jetties at the entrance, constructed between December 1880 and June 1904 under a previous project, have been maintained under the existing project. About 3,555 linear feet of the inner end of the north jetty has been capped with concrete. All training walls and revetments considered neces- sary on 30-foot project were constructed between July 1892 and May 1894 by Duval County, and by the United States, under the former and existing project, intermittently between October 1903 and Septem- ber 1927. The easterly end of Wards Bank training wall has been revetted with granite riprap. Material dredged near the westerly 556 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 end of Bar Cut and deposited along the north side of the north jetty near the Fort George River encroachment has effectively prevented further erosion adjacent to that structure. The jetties are in fair condition except as follows: South jetty: Capstone has been dis- placed in isolated locations and at the outer 800 feet. North jetty: The north shore line has receded about 1,000 feet leaving the jetty exposed. Capstone has been displaced in the outer 300-foot section and in the 1,200-foot section seaward of the monolithic cap. Revet- ments and training walls: Wards Bank training wall, having been re- inforced with heavy capstone at the easterly end by the Navy Depart- ment, is in good condition. The 800-foot westerly extension, a Wake- field-pile wall, is in poor condition. Mile Point training wall is in good condition. The adjacent shore at the east end is eroding. White Shells training wall is in poor condition, but prevents erosion of the shore. Fulton training walls are in good condition; however, due to Dame Point-Fulton Cutoff they are no longer in the proper location to prevent the erosion now occurring. Dame Point training wall is in poor condition but is apparently preventing erosion. Bank erosion, apparently resulting from recent dredging operations, is visible at several locations, and if it continues, remedial measures will be required. One area is at the easterly end of Mile Point training wall, on the south river bank at the mouth of Pablo Creek. Another is at the downstream entrance to Fulton-Dame Point Cutoff on the south bank. The controlling depths in the middle half of the channels were as follows: Bar Cut inner end 34.1 feet (Dec. 1951); thence to Pilot Town range 33.5 feet (Dec. 1951); thence 34 feet to Jacksonville except for shoaling in the middle section of Trout Creek Cut 33.8 feet (June 1951); Terminal Channel with a limiting depth of 33.2 feet (May 1952) ; and Arlington Cut and city limits range, 26.5 feet (Nov. 1948). The limiting depth in the left and right outside quarters of the channels from the ocean to Jacksonville was 30.2 feet at left side of Bar Cut. A controlling depth of 24 feet was available to the pier- head line between Hogan Creek and the foot of Laura Street in 1934, and to within 60 feet of the pierhead line, thence to the St. Elmo W. Acosta Bridge in 1938. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is as follows: Dredge the area between the foot of Laura Street and the St. Elmo W. Acosta Bridge to a depth of 28 feet; dredge the navigation and floodway channel along the south side of Commodore Point terminals; and dredge the approach and mooring basin in front of the United States Naval Reserve Armory. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, have been as follows: Costs Funds Expenditures New work Maintenance Total Regular--.-....----------------------- $11,160,230.40 $10, 679,175.86 $21,839,406.26 $21, 839, 562. 39 Public works.....--------------------- --- 290,013.37 ---------------- 290, 013.37 290, 013.37 -------------- 11, 450, 243. 77 Total--..-------......................... 10, 679, 175. 86 22, 129, 419. 63 22,129, 575. 76 RIVERS AND HARBORS--JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 557 Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended and accounts re- ceivable June 30, 1952, $1,178.62, plus an allotment of $179,950 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $181,128.62, will be applied as follows: ___-----------------___ Accounts payable June 30, 1952______-- $100. 00 Maintenance: Dredging to restore project depth of 34 feet in Bar Cut, Mayport Cut, and Pilot Town Cut with United States hopper dredge Gerig, about 1 months, November and December 1952.... 170, 000. 00 Condition survey of the project channels, September 1952 ------ 1, 850. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) -------- 9, 178. 62 Total for all work------------------------------ ---- 181, 028. 62 The additional sum of $177,300 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Dredge to restore project depth of 34 feet in Terminal Channel, Bar Cut, Mayport Cut, and Pilot Town Cut, United States hopper dredge Gerig, 1 month, April 1954____- ___- __-----__ --- $87, 000 Dredge, by contract, to restore project depth between Long Branch Cut and Fulton, August-September 1953________ ----------- 80, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports, (contingencies) ___ -____--___10,300 Total for all work _-----------------------------------177,300 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated-......... $300, 000.00 $721, 000.00 $735, 000.00 $1,600,000.00 $987, 000.00 $14, 970,381. 16 Cost-----...---------. 1, 354, 932. 17 1, 168, 695.32 135,441. 51 2,240, 169. 09 946, 389.40 14, 970,381. 16 Expenditures_----.-- 1, 145, 388. 95 1, 178, 998. 40 329, 415. 68 1, 844, 149. 66 1, 347, 796. 28 14, 970, 303, 09 Maintenance: Appropriated------- ........-- 45, 600.00 19, 000. 00 58, 050.39 40, 000.00 249, 500.00 11, 223, 653.00 Cost.....----....-----------......... 96, 667. 19 17, 888. 97 44, 922. 61 53, 976. 70 249, 516. 52 11, 222, 574. 38 Expenditures-------........ 96, 741. 13 17, 694. 29 43, 646. 98 55, 456. 83 249, 666. 66 11, 222, 808. 8 Other new work data,: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------------------------- -$32. 50 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953-__.--------- -32. 50 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for comple- tion of existing project------ ------------------- 394, 000 3. ST. JOHNS RIVER, FLA., JACKSONVILLE TO LAKE HARNEY Location.-Forlocation of St. Johns River see page 552. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 685-688). Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of June 14, 1880, and July 5, 1884. For further details see page 1824, annual report for 1915, and page 611, annual report for 1938. Ewisting project.-This provides for a channel 13 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the Florida East Coast Railway bridge at Jackson- ville to Palatka (54.5 miles), thence 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide to Sanford (86.1 miles), with a side channel of like dimensions to 245554-53-vol. 1--36 558 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Enterprise and with cutoffs and easing of bends, and thence 5 feet deep and 100 feet wide to Lake Harney (20.9 miles), with a cutoff channel 5 feet deep and 75 feet wide between Lake Monroe and the vicinity of Osteen Bridge; and for a channel 8 feet deep, 100 feet wide across the bar at the mouth of Deep Creek, and thence 50 feet wide to Hastings Landing, 5 miles above the mouth. The plane of reference is local mean low water. The length of the project is 161.5 miles in the St. Johns River, 5 miles in Deep Creek, 2.7 miles in the approach channel to Enterprise, and 0.9 mile in the alternative approach channel to Sanford. Two pile-and-stone jetties at Volusia Bar at the head of Lake George, built under a previous project, are maintained under the existing project. The jetties are 3,400 and 2,200 feet long, respectively. The mean tidal range is 1.1 feet at Jacksonville and 1.2 feet at Palatka. At low-water stages, tidal influence is perceptible at San- ford, 140.6 miles above Jacksonville, and upstream currents are some- times noticeable as far as Lake Harney. The extreme tidal range is about 1.5 feet at Jacksonville and 2 feet at Palatka. Brisk northerly and northeasterly winds raise the water level about 2 feet at Jackson- ville and 1 foot between Palatka and Sanford. Brisk southerly and southwesterly winds lower it about 1 foot between Jacksonville and Sanford. Flood stages in the river usually occur during the fall; and the usual maximum is about 2 feet at Palatka, 3 feet at Lake George, 8 feet at Sanford, and 9 feet at Lake Harney. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $1,289,700, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $27,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents ST. JOHNS TIVER, FLA. JACKSONVILLE TO PALATKA Mar. 3,1899 A channel 13 feet deep and 200 feet wide from Jack- H. Doc. 523, 55th Cong., 2d sess., sonville to Palatka. and Annual Report, 1898, p. 1343. Mar. 2,1919 The improvement of Deep Creek-----------------................... H. Doe. 699, 63d Cong., 2d sess.' ST. JOHNS RIVER, FLA., PALATKA TO LAKE HARNEY June 14,1880 Two jetties at Volusia Bar (maintenance only; new Annual Report for 1879, pp. 795- work completed under a previous project). 798. June 25,1910 A channel 100 feet wide, 8 feet deep from Palatka to H. Doc. 1111, 60th Cong., 2d sess. Sanford with a side channel to Enterprise, and thence 5 feet deep to Lake Harney. July 3, 1930 Cutoffs at Butcher Bend, Snake Creek, and Starks, H. Doc. 691, 69th Cong., 2d sess. and easing bends at other points. Mar. 2,1945 A channel 10 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Palatka H. Doc. 603, 76th Cong., 3d sess. to Sanford, with a side channel to Enterprise, and with cutoffs and easing of bends. ST. JOHNS RIVER, FLA., JACKSONVILLE TO LAKE HARNEY 1 Do-- ...... Combining the two projects above into a single project H. Doc. 445, 78th Cong., 2d sess. for St. Johns River, Fla., Jacksonville to Lake Harney, and for a cutoff 5 feet deep and 75 feet wide between Lake Monroe and the vicinity of Osteen Bridge. 1 July 24,1946 A channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Palatka S. Doec. 208, 79th Cong., 2d sess. .to Sanford, and in the branch to Enterprise. 1Contains latest published maps. The latest published detailed maps of the section from Jacksonviile to Palatka are printed in annual report for 1900, p. 1976. RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 559 Local cooperation.-All requirements prior to those imposed by the River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, have been fully complied with. The requirements imposed by that act and the River and Harbor Act approved July 24, 1946, have been fully complied with as regards new work except for furnishing rights-of-way and spoil-disposal areas for Beresford Cutoff, which is not to be provided at this time. Those acts imposed the requirement, among others, that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, suitable spoil-disposal areas for subsequent maintenance. The cutoff chan- nel between Lake Monroe and the vicinity of Osteen Bridge (H. Doc. 445, 78th Cong., 2d sess.) is subject to the additional requirement that local interests agree to hold and save the United States free from any damages resulting from this work. Deepening to 12 feet between Palatka and Sanford and in the branch to Enterprise (S. Doc. 208, 79th Cong., 2d sess.) is subject to the additional requirement that responsible local interests will give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will provide and maintain, without cost to the United States, adequate terminal facilities, when and as re- quired, which shall be open to all on equal terms. A resolution adopted July 5, 1945, by the Board of County Com- missioners for Seminole County, agreeing to comply with the con- ditions imposed by House Document No. 445, Seventy-eighth Congress, second session, was accepted by the Secretary of War on October 3, 1945, as satisfactory assurance of compliance. Local interests at Sanford have indicated that they will construct additional terminal facilities when and as required by the traffic on the waterway. The present facilities are considered adequate for the existing commerce. Termninal facilities.-There are ample wharves and terminals at Jacksonville and about 24 piers and wharves at various points on the river above Jacksonville. These include the following: Municipal piers or wharves at Mandarin, Green Cove Springs, Federal Point, and Palatka; a municipal recreational pier at Sanford; and six pri- vately owned piers at Palatka, five at Sanford, and eight at other points along the river between Palatka and Sanford. Five of the pri- vate piers have nearby tank storage for petroleum products as follows: One at Palatka, one at Lake Monroe, one at Enterprise, and two at Sanford. All piers have highway connections and one at Palatka has railway connections. In addition, there are a number of small, privately owned piers and wharves for recreational craft at various points along the river. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: Hired- labor condition survey of reported shoals between Jacksonville and Green Cove Springs during April 1952 cost $608.29. The expendi- tures were $608.29. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project is about 89 percent completed. Dredging between Jacksonville and Palatka was begun in April 1900 and completed in November 1915 except for the work in Deep Creek, which is about 50 percent completed. In 1939, the Department of the Navy deepened the channel between Jacksonville and the United States Naval Air Station at Black Point to 18 feet. A channel 8 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Palatka to 560 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Sanford, including side channel to Enterprise, was dredged between February 1911 and June 1923, except for making three cutoffs, which were completed in June 1935, and easing a number of bends. Deepen- ing that channel to 12 feet, including the side channel to Enterprise, and easing a number of bends was begun in August 1947 and com- pleted in October 1948. A channel 5 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Sanford to Lake Harney was dredged between November 1911 and March 1912, and a cutoff channel 5 feet deep and 75 feet wide between Lake Monroe and the vicinity of Osteen Bridge was dredged during February and March 1948. Two converging pile-and-stone jetties at Volusia Bar at the head of Lake George, built under a previous project between December 1880 and May 1887, have been maintained under the existing project. When last surveyed, controlling depths were as follows: Jackson- ville to the United States Naval Air Station, 18 feet for project width in 1939; thence to Palatka, 9.7 feet in the middle 100-foot width of channel at Federal Point, with 11.2 feet available in the easterly half of the channel, in October 1945; from Palatka to Sanford, 12 feet, based on surveys between November 1947 and May 1949; Enterprise side channel, 12 feet in February 1948; and Sanford to Lake Harney, 7 feet in Woodruff Creek Cutoff and 4.2 feet in midchannel elsewhere, with a limiting edge depth of 2.5 feet, April 1949; and at the en- trance to Deep Creek, 7 feet, date of survey unknown. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is as follows: Dredging a cutoff channel across Beresford Peninsula, and complet- ing two cutoffs and easing five bends in Deep Creek. The costs and expenditures under the existing project have been $1,141,676.66 for new work and $430,626.98 for maintenance, a total of $1,572,303.64. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $6,100 during fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition survey of the project channels, May 1953-- $2, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ----------- 4, 100 Total for all work------------------------------- - -- 6, 100 The additional sum of $35,700 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Dredging to remove critical shoaling at isolated localities in the 12-foot channels between Palatka and Sanford, October 1953.. $30, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ----------- 5, 700 Total for all work-------------------------------------35, 700 RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 561 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-........ $300, 000.00 $85, 100. 00 -$1, 304. 95 ..----.....---- ............ $1, 171, 242. 92 Cost....-------------- 460, 773.85 147, 772.32------------......--------.........------------............ 1, 171, 242. 92 Expenditures-....--_..414, 226. 41 192, 391.30 -941. 60 ...............-----------------------.... 1, 171, 242. 92 Maintenance: Appropriated ..--..-----....------------............ 4, 000.00 40, 600.00 -2, 073.38 $608.29 456, 464. 98 ----- Cost_----------......... 132.17 3,886.78 19, 220.81 19, 896. 87 608. 29 456, 464.98 Expenditures---------...... 519.39 4, 300. 20 12, 626. 16 26, 067.33 608.29 456. 464. 98 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project- ..-------------- $148, 000. 00 4. OKLAWAHA RIVER, FLA. Location.-This river has its source in the system of large lakes in the central part of the Florida peninsula and flows generally northerly, then easterly, emptying into the St. Johns River 22 miles above Palatka. The extreme head of the system may be taken as Lake Apopka, 120 miles above the mouth of the river. Previous projects.-The first improvement was authorized by an act of Congress approved February 24, 1835. For further details see page 1825, annual report for 1915, and page 613, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for deepening the channel to 6 feet at mean low water from the mouth to the head of Silver Springs Run, 57.7 miles; for clearing the channel of obstructions from Silver Springs Run to Lake Griffin, including the Kyle and Young Canal and its extension to Morrisons Landing and the J. D. Young Canal from Morrisons Landing to Starkes Ferry (clear title to the canals and sufficient land adjacent thereto to provide for future widening has been conveyed to the United States); and for maintaining the dikes with a view to obtaining a navigable depth of about 4 feet to Leesburg, 85.7 miles above the mouth. The work embraces dredging, snagging, making cutoffs at sharp bends, removing overhanging trees and obstructive aquatic vegetation, and constructing a lock and dam at Moss Bluff to maintain the water level in Lake Griffin. The project includes, under maintenance, the operation and care of that lock and dam. Lock and dam, a t Moss Bluff Distance to nearest town._ ....--- 20.2 miles by canals. Name of nearest town___...... ._.._ Leesburg, Fla. Distance above mouth of river _........ 65.5 miles by canals. Distance above mouth of Silver Springs Run--.-------------------- . 13.2 miles. Width of lock chamber _ 30 feet. Greatest available length for full width__ 125 feet. Lift above low water__ 16 feet. Depth on upper miter sill at normal pool level----- --------- ---- 9 feet. Depth on lower miter sill at low water___ 4.5 feet. Character of foundation .............. Piles in sand and clay. Character of construction__.......... Concrete, with timber gates. Kind of dam . . . .. . . . . . . Movable. Type of dam- Needle. Completed 1925. Total cost---------.-- ---------- $161,000. 562 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The river is nontidal except for a short distance above the mouth at the St. Johns River, where the mean range at low-water stage is about 0.5 foot. The mean fluctuation due to rainfall is about 2 feet at the mouth, about 3 feet at the mouth of Silver Springs Run, and about 2.5 feet at Lake Griffin. The extreme fluctuation is about 3 feet at the mouth, 5 feet at Silver Springs Run, and about 4.5 feet at Lake Griffin. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $437,400, exclusive of amount expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $18,000, including $12.000 for operation and care of the lock and dam. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Sept. 19,1890 Clearing the river of obstructions to obtain a naviga- Annual report for 1889, pp, 1360- ble channel about 4 feet deep from the mouth to 1364. Leesburg. Mar. 2,1907 Deepening the channel to 6 feet at mean low water H. Doc. 782, 59th Cong., 1st sess. from the mouth of the river to the head of Silver Springs Run. June 25,19101 Maintenance of levels in the lakes at the head of the} Specified in-act. July 25,1912 river. July 27,1916 Acceptance of certain artificial waterways and exten- Do. sions thereof between Heather Island and Lake Griffin as part of the waterway in lieu of portions of the natural bed of the river. (1) Operation and care of the lock and dam provided for with funds from War Department appropriations for rivers and harbors. 1 Permanent Appropriation Repeal Act of June 26, 1934. The latest published maps are in House Document No. 514, Sixty- third Congress, second session, and Annual Report for 1891, page 1626. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal faclities.-There are numerous privately owned landings along this river, more or less in disrepair, and a municipal wharf at Leesburg; no charges for wharfage. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operation and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: The lock and dam at Moss Bluff were operated and maintained by hired labor, and the buildings and grounds were cared for. The cost was $11,617.96 for operation and $1,000.93 for ordinary maintenance and repairs, a total of $12,618.89. The expenditures were $12,458.69. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 72 percent completed. By dredging, making cutoffs, and snagging inter- mittently between January 1892 and June 1914, a clear channel with a depth of about 6 feet at ordinary stages was obtained to a point about 32 miles above the mouth and thence about 4 feet deep to the head of Silver Springs Run, 57.7 miles above the mouth. A channel 4 feet deep at mean low water and 30 feet wide between Silver Springs Run and Moss Bluff lock was dredged between late 1924 and November RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 563 1929. A lock and dam at Moss Bluff were constructed between about March 1923 and late 1925. For further details relative to this lock see paragraph "Existing project." The United States reservation comprises 13.0 acres of land, two dwellings, a storehouse, and other small buildings. Most of the original dredging of the canal between Heather Island (6.3 miles above the mouth of Silver Springs Run) and Starkes Ferry near Lake Griffin was done by private interests between 1911 and 1923. Between June 1929 and June 1930, the canal between Moss Bluff lock and Starkes Ferry was enlarged to 8 feet deep by 50 feet wide to provide for control of Lake Griffin. The dike on the east side of the canal was repaired and improved as a maintenance feature from June to December 1936. At the close of the fiscal year, the river below Moss Bluff lock was in poor condition, but passable with an open channel of 10 to 50 feet wide; the lock and dam, and the canals and dikes above the lock were in fair condition. The controlling depths at normal stages were ap- proximately as follows: Mouth of the river to Silver Springs Run, 4.5 feet; Silver Springs Run, 5 feet; and Silver Springs Run to Lees- burg, 3 feet. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of easing several sharp bends and obtaining project dimensions in the section between the mouth of the river and the mouth of Silver Springs Run, which work is not considered necessary at this time. The costs of the existing project have been $311,352.45 for new work, $336,983.73 for maintenance, and $169,417.97 for operating and care, a total of $817,754.15. The expenditures have been $817,633.71. In addition, $11,414.41 were expended between August 1, 1929, and June 30, 1935, on the operation and care of the works of improvement under the provisions of the permanent indefinite appropriation for such purposes. Proposed operations.The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $2,534.57, plus an allotment for the fiscal year 1953 of $12,250, a total of $14,784.57, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_ -___----- ------- $120. 44 Maintenance (operation and care) : Operation of lock and dam at Moss Bluff------------ $13, 764. 13 Ordinary maintenance and repairs ________---_____---800. 00 Improvement and reconstruction-----_ ___---- 100. 00 14, 664.13 for all TotalTotalfor wor------------------------------------141_____14, al work_... 784.57 8.5 The additional sum of $17,400 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance (operation and care) : Operation of lock and dam at Moss Bluff----------------------- $13,400 Ordinary maintenance and repairs___ __-_------___-4, 000 Total for all work-- ---.-...---------- 17, 400 564 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated----............--......----.......----------.........-----------....------------........------------ $315, 264.40 Cost-------------- -----.-- - - ----.------------------------------------------- 315, 264.40 Expenditures ....---------....------- --..----..------.----- -----------.----------- 315, 264. 40 Maintenance: Appropriated-........ $16,400. 00 $30, 000. 00 $20, 350. 00 $15, 630. 97 $14,000. 00 520, 230. 24 Cost ....--------------- 16, 754. 53 30, 033. 30 20, 837. 93 16, 002. 66 12, 618. 89 517, 816. 11 Expenditures......... --- --- 15, 653. 29 28, 203. 55 23, 230. 00 16, 449. 04 12, 458. 69 517, 695. 67 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project._---------- $126, 000. 00 5. INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY, JACKSONVILLE TO MIAMI, FLA. Location.-The waterway extends from Jacksonville to Miami, Fla., following the St. Johns River to the mouth of Pablo Creek, 20 miles, and thence following in general the line of a canal con- structed by the Florida Coast Line Canal & Transportation Co. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 842-847.) Previous projects.-Adopted by River and Harbor Acts of June 15, 1844, July 13, 1892, August 18, 1894, and Deficiency Act of February 26, 1896. For further details, see page 1825, annual report for 1915; page 655, annual report for 1926; and page 618, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for an inland waterway 12 feet deep at local mean low water and generally 125 feet wide from Jacksonville to Miami, with such modifications in cutoff and other questions of alinement as may be required by the Chief of Engineers; for a turning basin 8 feet deep, 400 feet wide, and 800 feet long in the vicinity of Jacksonville Beach, Fla.; for an entrance channel 8 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the Intracoastal Waterway to and including a turning basin of the same depth, 300 feet wide and 600 feet long, at Sebastian, Fla.; and for a basin 8 feet deep extending from the Intracoastal Waterway to the easterly shore, about 1,140 feet wide at the waterway and 280 feet wide at the shore line, at or near Vero Beach, Fla. The length of the waterway is 370 miles, of which 20 miles are included in the project for improvement of Jacksonville Harbor, Fla. The project also includes the operation and maintenance of the bridge near Palm Valley, the title to which was passed to the United States, along with all other property of the Florida Coast Line Canal & Transportation Co., under the conditions of local cooperation. The mean range of tide is 3.8 feet at the St. Johns River, 0.7 foot in the Indian River at Fort Pierce, 1.8 feet in Lake Worth at the Port of Palm Beach terminals, 2.3 feet at the Port Everglades terminals, and 2 feet in Biscayne Bay. The extreme range is about 7 feet at the St. Johns River, 1.5 feet at Fort Pierce, and 3 feet in Biscayne Bay. Tidal effect is imperceptible at points along the waterway distant from inlets. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $26,303,800, RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 565 exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $322,000, including $16,000 for the operation and care of the bridge near Palm Valley. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Jan. 21,1927 For a channel 8 feet deep and 75 feet wide from Jack- H. Doc. 586, 69th Cong., 2d seas. sonville to Miami. July 3, 1930 For a width of 100 feet .......------------------------- S. Doc. 71, 71st Cong., 2d sess. (1) Operation and care of the bridge near Palm Valley provided for with funds from War Department appropriations for rivers and harbors. 5 Aug. 26, 1937 Turning basin in the vicinity of Jacksonville Beach_._ H. Doe. 180, 75th Cong., Ist sess. Mar. 2,1945 A channel 12 feet deep and 125 feet wide----............ H. Doe. 740, 79th Cong., 2d sess.* Do .....- A side channel and basin at Sebastian---.... --------- H. Doe. 336, 76th Cong., 1st sess.s ............................. Do ......--- A basin at Vero Beach__---- H. Doc. 261, 76th Cong., I1st sess.' I Permanent Appropriation Repeal Act of June 26, 1934. 2 Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-The conditions imposed by the River and Harbor Acts approved January 21, 1927, and July 3, 1930, have been fully complied with, including furnishing suitable spoil-disposal areas for subsequent maintenance of the improvement as and when required. Subsequent acts authorizing enlargement of the waterway have imposed the same requirement with respect to spoil-disposal areas for maintenance. The Florida Inland Navigation District, a special taxing district empowered by State law to comply with certain features of local cooperation, was requested to furnish additional spoil-dis- posal areas in perpetuity for a 25-year maintenance program in the southerly and northerly halves of the waterway on May 15 and July 1, 1944, respectively. Numerous areas have been furnished and the Navigation District is actively engaged in securing other areas by negotiation or, when necessary, by condemnation. The areas are being furnished at a satisfactory rate. Temporary spoil-disposal areas for maintenance have been and are being furnished as and when required. The work authorized by the River and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937, is subject to the condition that local interests provide, free of cost to the United States, all lands and rights-of-way necessary for the improvement and for its subsequent maintenance when and as re- quired, and to the further condition that local interests provide, with- out cost to the United States, suitable highway connections and a bulkhead along the south side of the basin on plans approved by the Chief of Engineers, and agree to maintain said bulkhead and the land approaches thereto as a public terminal open to all on equal terms. A resolution adopted by the city council of Jacksonville Beach, Fla., agreeing to comply with those conditions, was accepted by the Chief of Engineers on October 18, 1945, as satisfactory assurance of compli- ance. The lands needed for rights of way and spoil-disposal have been furnished. A highway from Jacksonville to Jacksonville Beach, opened to traffic on December 14, 1949, satisfies the requirements as to highway connections. 566 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 All work authorized by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, is subject to the conditions that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, and rights of way and spoil- disposal areas for new work and for subsequent maintenance, when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. The act imposed addi- tional requirements as follows: (a) Deepening the waterway to 12 feet is subject to the conditions (H. Doc. 740, 79th Cong., 2d sess.) that local interests bear the cost of all alterations of bridges, cables, pipe- lines, and other structures made necessary by the improvement and that, if for any cause the Secretary of War finds it advisable, he may cause proceedings to be instituted in the name of the United States for acquirement by condemnation or otherwise of any lands, easements, rights of way, and spoil-disposal areas needed for the improvement, after receipt of assurances satisfactory to him from responsible local agencies that they will reimburse the United States for the costs; (b) provision of a side channel at Sebastian is subject to the condition (H. Doc. 336, 76th Cong., 1st sess.) that local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will provide and main- tain suitable terminal facilities open to all on equal terms; (c) pro- vision of the basin at Vero Beach is subject to the requirements (H. Doc. 261, 76th Cong., 1st sess.) that 4ocal interests furnish assur- ances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will protect the shore line with an adequate bulkhead, and provide, maintain, and oper- ate terminals adequate for full utilization of the improvement, open to all on equal and reasonable terms. A resolution adopted August 2, 1946, by the Florida Inland Navi- gation District was accepted by the Chief of Engineers December 24, 1946, as satisfactory assurance that the Navigation District will fur- nish, free of cpst to the United States, all lands, easements, rights of way, and spoil-disposal areas needed for new work and subsequent maintenance when and as required, and will hold and save the United States free from damages resulting from the construction and main- tenance of the 12-foot project. The Navigation District assumes no responsibility for the additional requirement that local interests bear the cost of all alterations of bridges, cables, pipelines, and other struc- tures made necessary by the improvement (H. Doc. 740, 79th Cong., 2d sess.), as it is not empowered by State law to comply with such features of local cooperation. The bridges, cables, pipelines, and other struc- tures are owned by various individuals and public and private corpora- tions. Most of those structures were constructed under permits issued by or under authority of the Secretary of War. Alteration of all bridges, cables, pipelines, and other structures, made necessary by the improvement, can properly be required of the owners under existing Federal law. Procurement by the Navigation District of the required rights of way and temporary spoil-disposal areas for new work is virtually complete for some sections of the waterway, and is well ad- vanced and actively in progress in others. The Navigation District states that it is in a position to furnish all remaining areas in a short time after it is evident that funds will become available. No delays due to lack of suitable rights-of-way and spoil-disposal areas, nor to RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 567 alterations of bridges, cables, pipelines, and other structures made necessary by the improvement, are expected. A resolution adopted by the city of Vero Beach on August 8, 1945, agreeing to comply with the features of local cooperation pertaining to the basin at Vero Beach, was accepted by the Secretary of War on November 28, 1945, as satisfactory assurances of compliance. On March 14, 1946, local interests were informed as to the requirements imposed in connection with the provision of a side channel at Sebas- tian, but no assurance of compliance with those requirements has been received. Local interests have stated that participation by them in meeting local cooperation requirements is contingent upon the prior opening of Sebastian Inlet. Terminal facilities.-Extensive terminals with railway and street connections are available at Jacksonville and Miami. Terminals, with railway and highway connections, for coastwise vessels have been constructed at Fort Pierce (Indian River), Riviera (Lake Worth), and Port Everglades Harbor. Municipal piers or wharves have been constructed at Titusville, Courtenay, Cocoa, Melbourne, and Vero Beach for handling general freight, and at St. Augustine, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Eau Gallie, West Palm Beach, and Miami for the use of recreational craft. At Daytona Beach, Titusville, Eau Gallie, and Fort Pierce, yacht basins open to the public have been pro- vided. They are connected with the Intracoastal Waterway by chan- nels 6 to 8 feet deep and 80 to 100 feet wide. At Fort Pierce a channel 6 feet deep and 80 feet wide has been dredged by the United States from the Intracoastal Waterway to and up Taylor Creek to the U. S. Coast Guard buoy depot. There are also a number of privately owned piers, wharves, and landings at various points along the waterway. The facilities are considered adequate for the existing commerce. (For further details on facilities at Jacksonville, Fort Pierce Harbor, Port of Palm Beach, Port Everglades, and Miami, see Port Series Nos. 15 and 16, revised 1947, and Port and Terminal Facilities Report, 1941, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The following tabula- tion shows work accomplished by contract and hired labor during the fiscal year. Cubic Plant Work and locality Dates yards re- Cost moved New work: Contract: Dredge No. 5 --...... Dredging to enlarge existing July 1 to Nov. 6, 1951__ 1, 885, 110 $303, 393. 77 channel to 12 by 125 feet be- tween St. Johns River and Palm Valley Bridge, about 18 miles (begun June 19, 1951, and 7 percent completed at beginning of fiscal year). Dredges Jamaica Dredging to enlarge existing Nov. 5, 1951, to June 4, 643, 636 1,008, 519.95 Bay and Hamp- channel to 12 by 125 feet 30, 1952 (99 percent ton Roads. between Palm Valley and completed). Flagler Beach, including Deep Creek Cutoff, about 53.2 miles. ---------......... Hallandale Dredging to enlarge existing Mar. 17 to June 30, 1, 234, 321 247, 966.09 channel to 12 by 125 feet 1952 (54 percent com- between Flagler Beach and pleted). Holly Hill, about 16.7 miles. 568 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cubic Plant Work and locality Dates yards re- Cost moved New work-Continued Contract- Continued Dredge No. 6....... Dredging to enlarge existing Mar. 10 to June 30, 1, 161, 575 242, 720.11 channel to 12 by 125 feet 1952 (53 percent com- between Holly Hill and pleted). Oak Hill, about 25.6 miles, of which 1 mile requires no dredging. Jamaica Bayg ...... Dredging (continuing con- June 1 to June 30, 1952 11, 078 46, 225. 80 tract) to enlarge existing (1 percent com- channel to 12 by 125 feet pleted). between Oak Hill and Haul- over Canal, about 16.9 miles. Hired labor: Engineering studies, surveys, July 1, 1951, to June 25, 391. 58 and preparation of plans 30, 1952. and specifications for 12- by 125-foot enlargement not yet placed under contract. Total, new work------------........................................... 1, 874, 217.30 Maintenance: Contract: Dredge No. 6 ..... Channel relocation at Vero July 1 to July 2, 1951.. 3, 257 3, 309. 86 Beach bridge (91 percent completed at beginning of fiscal year). Dredge Admiral___. Channel relocation at Delray ..... do 3,110 ---.................-- 6, 457. 74 Beach bridge (74 percent completed at beginning of fis- cal year). Hired labor: Expense incident to acquisi- July 1, 1951, to June 1, 300.00 tion by local interests of 30, 1952. spoil-disposal areas. Periodic surveys and inspec- .....do-----------------...................... 6, 410.62 tions throughout the project. Total maintenance-I --..................................----- I-............ 17, 478. 22 Operation and care: The steel-and-concrete, double-leaf bascule highway bridge near Palm Valley was operated and maintained by hired labor. A new submarine power cable for transmitting power to the west leaf was installed by contract. The costs were $17,902.53 for operation and $5,631.30 for ordinary repairs, including $4,944.41 for work accomplished by contract, a total of $23,533.83. The costs for the year were $1,874,217.30 for new work, $17,478.22 for maintenance, and $23,533.83 for operation and care, a total of $1,915,229.35. The expenditures were $1,741,849.73. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was 39 percent completed. A channel 8 feet deepl at local mean low water and 100 feet wide was dredged between March 1930 and May 1935. The pres- ent width of 100 feet is reduced at 54 localities by bridges, with a limiting horizontal clearance of 51 feet at the Deerfield Beach Bridge. A steel-and-concrete, double-leaf bascule highway bridge near Palm Valley, to replace the temporary pontoon bridge at that locality, was constructed between September 1936 and July 1937 at a cost of RIVERS AND HARBORS--JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 569 $117,916.77. Enlarging the existing channel to 12 by 125 feet has been in progress since June 19, 1951. The enlargement has been completed between the St. Johns River and Flagler Beach. At the end of the fiscal year enlargement of the reach between Flagler Beach and Haulover Canal was in progress under several contracts. When last surveyed the controlling depths were as follows: Minimum depths in Dredged dimensions channel entering from north Reach Date of Mid- survey Left channel Right Width Length Depth outside for half outside (feet) (miles) (feet) quarter project quarter (feet) width (feet) (feet) St. Johns River to Palm Valley Bridge___ Dec. 1951 125 18 12 11. 9 11. 8 11. 9 Palm Valley Bridge to St. Augustine. .. Mar. 1952 125 37 12 12. 0 12. 1 11. 6 St. Augustine to Matanzas Inlet .-------- _ Jun. 1952 125 13 12 12. 2 12. 1 12.6 Matanzas Inlet to Ponce de Leon Inlet . Nov. 1951 100 52 8 6.4 6. 8 4. 5 Ponce de Leon Inlet to Haulover Canal. Jun. 1952 100 28 8 7. 6 8. 0 8.0 Haulover Canal to Melbourne ...---------- Dec. 1950 100 48 8 8. 0 8. 0 8. 0 Melbourne to Vero Beach__------------- Jun. 1952 100 33. 5 8 8. 0 8. 0 8. 0 Vero Beach to Ft. Pierce__ .--------- do-- 100 14.0 8 7. 3 6. 7 6. 6 Ft. Pierce to St. Lucie Inlet--------- ..........---- .do . 100 21. 2 8 6. 9 7. 0 6. 4 St. Lucie Inlet to Palm Beach Harbor_ __ d ....-- 100 31. 0 8 4. 9 5. 5 3. 9 Palm Beach Harbor to Miami (Municipal Docks) .....--------------------------........................--.. do 100 70.8 8 0. 7 6. 8 6. 0 The work remaining to be done to complete the project is as follows: Complete enlargement of the waterway to 12 by 125 feet; provide a turning basin near Jacksonville Beach; provide a side channel and basin at Sebastian; and provide a basin at Vero Beach. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project have been as follows: Regular funds Public works Total Regularfunds funds Costs: New work............................--------------------------------- $7, 432, 117. 31 $2, 199, 841. 72 $9, 631,959. 03 Maintenance ...............-------------------------------- 3, 631, 730. 99 --------------- 3, 631, 730. 99 Operation and care---........--............-----------------------.......... 189, 602. 07 ---------------- 189, 602. 07 Total.... ----------------------------------- 11, 253, 450.37 2, 199, 841. 72 13, 453, 292. 09 Expenditures ......................-------------------..---.........------------... 11, 003, 181. 36 2, 199, 841. 72 13, 203, 023. 08 In addition, $3,179.07 were expended between July 1, 1934, and June 30, 1935, on the operation and care of the works of improve- Sment under the provisions of the permanent indefinite appropriation for such purposes, and $5,500 were expended from contributed funds for maintenance. 570 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $899,299.54, plus allotments totaling $2,121,075 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $3,020,374.54, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 _-______ _ ___ _ .. $250, 269. 01 New work : Complete, by existing contract, dredging to deepen and widen the waterway to 12 by 125 feet between Flagler Beach and Holly Hill, July 1952 to March 1953__------------------ $170, 253. 00 Complete, by existing contract, dredging to deepen and widen the waterway to 12 by 125 feet between Holly Hill and Packwood Place, July 1952 to March 1953__------------------ 179,140. 00 Complete, by existing continuing contract, to deepen and widen the waterway to 12 by 125 feet between Packwood Place and Haulover Canal, July 1952 to October 1953 __ ______ 709, 333. 00 Dredge, by contract, to deepen and widen the waterway to 12 by 125 feet between Haulover Canal and Cocoa, October 1952 to January ------------------------------ 1954 __1, 1,569, 907. 00 Complete, by hired labor, preparation of plans and specifications for enlarging the waterway between Haulover Canal and Cocoa, July 1952 to September 1952------------------------ 8, 507. 12 2, 637,140. 12 Maintenance: Dredge, by contract, to remove critical shoaling at isolated locations in the existing 8-foot- depth channel between Cocoa and Miami, as and when required during fiscal year 1953__ 54, 500. 00 Dredge, by contract, to remove critical shoaling at known trouble spots in the 12-foot-depth channel between Cocoa and St. Johns River, as required during fiscal year 1953......... 22, 500. 00 Condition surveys of the northerly section of the waterway from Melbourne to St. Johns River, as required during the fiscal year _. 3, 600. 00 Install, by contract, direction and marker signs between St. Johns River and Miami, March- April 1953---------------------- 20, 000. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contin- gencies)---- ---------- ---- 11, 950. 70 112, 550. 70 Maintenance (operation and care) : Operation of Palm Valley highway bridge .. 18, 714. 71 Ordinary maintenance and repairs-- --...... 1, 500. 00 Improvement and reconstruction___ _.... 200. 00 20, 414. 71 Total for all work.---------....... - -------- 3, 020, 374. 54 The additional sum of $241,850 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 571 Maintenance : Dredge, by contract, to remove critical shoaling at isolated locations in the existing 8-foot- depth channel between Cocoa and Miami, as required during the fiscal year_ __ $60, 000. 00 Dredge, by contract, to remove critical shoal- ing in the northerly section of the 12-foot-depth channel between Cocoa and the St. Johns River, as required during the fiscal year--- Place stone, by contract, to repair the dikes at - 65, 000.00 Haulover Canal, January-February 1954___ 60, 000. 00 Condition surveys of the entire waterway as re- quired during the fiscal year--___------ 15, 000. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contin- gencies) ----------------------- 14, 350. 00 $214, 350. 00 Maintenance (operation and care) : Operation of Palm Valley highway bridge__ __ 18, 300. 00 Ordinary maintenance and repairs (includes $7,500 for riprap replacement and repairs in channel section around main bridge piers and abutment) --------------------------- 9, 000. 00 Improvement and reconstruction___ - 200. 00 97 -1, ffnn An VV .VVV Total for all work_____---------------------------- - 241, 850. 00 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June - - n 1 13Vs, 1v-'L, iic - i inciual( ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New yople: Appropriated- ..... $15, 000.00 $10, 431.26 $7, 000. 00 $500, 000:00 $2,150,000.00 $10, 375, 874. 40 ........ Cost---------------... 34, 305. 63 11, 821.39 11, 934. 23 126, 642. 58 1, 874, 217. 30 9, 726, 734. 28 Expenditures..-------- 24, 044. 60 7, 724. 32 16, 000. 00 112, 786. 74 1, 641, 455. 56 9, 480, 116. 70 Maintenance: Appropriated .-----... 157, 200. 00 236, 000. 00 95, 090. 56 205, 992. 95 15, 301. 57 14, 037, 624. 79 Cost...-------------- 137, 044. 33 289, 925. 58 94, 318. 29 188, 840. 70 41,012. 05 1 4,037, 734. 38 Expenditures.------... 139, 857. 71 290, 596. 22 93, 891. 10 126, 227. 01 100, 394.17 1 4, 034, 082. 95 Other new work dataa: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952__ _____________-___-_ $27, 178. 21 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953-_-....... 1, 988, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953________ 2, 015, 178. 21 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project 4, 034, 700. 00 _ 1_________-------______ 1 In addition, $5,500 were expended from contributed funds for maintenance. 6. CANAVERAL HARBOR, FLA. Location.-- On the east coast of Florida in Canaveral Bight, about 120 miles south of St. Augustine Harbor and 65 miles north of the entrance to Fort Pierce Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Sur- vey Chart No. 1245.) Existing project.-This provides for a turning basin 27 feet deep at mean low water and 1,000 feet wide, with lengths of 900 feet on the north side and 2,900 feet on the south side, near the easterly shore of Banana River and inclosed by a dike; an entrance channel 27 feet deep and 300 feet wide extending from the turning basin through the 572 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 barrier beach, thence flaring to 400 feet wide at the 27-foot contour in Canaveral Bight, protected at its seaward entrance by two jetties to the 12-foot depth contour; a barge canal 8 feet deep at local mean low water and 100 feet wide from the turning basin to the Intra- coastal Waterway; and a lock 50 feet wide and 250 feet long to: pass the barge canal through the dike inclosing the turning basin. The entrance channel is about 1.8 miles long and the barge canal about 7.6 miles long. The total length of the project is 9.8 miles. Present plans will provide only one jetty, 1,520 feet long, on the south side. Data relative to the proposed lock Distance to nearest town-...- - -- .- - 10.7 miles via 8-foot barge canal and Intracoastal Waterway. Name of nearest town _____________________ Cocoa, Fla. Distance from Intracoastal Waterway Channel . 7.2 miles. Lock dimensions-------------------------- 50 by 250 feet. Lift_------ ----------------------------- Varies with the tide. Depth on miter sills----_------------------- 14 feet below mean low water. Character of foundation_---------- - - Piles in sand. Kind of dam---------------------- -------- None. Estimated cost---------------------------- $1,936,000. The mean range of tide is about 3.5 feet and the maximum range about 6 feet. Onshore winds generally raise the water level from 4 to 6 feet above mean low water. There is no perceptible tidal effect in Indian and Banana Rivers in the general vicinity, but the level of the water is considerably affected by winds, northerly winds causing a lowering of the waters and southerly winds causing them to rise above normal. Easterly winds cause a rise at the western shores and westerly winds a rise at the eastern shores. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952 is $4,943,500, including $850,000 contributed by local interests, but excluding $90,000 received from the sale of dredged material. The estimate also in- cludes $932,000 for construction of jetties, which may not be required. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $80,900, including $28,000 for operation and care of the lock. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act ap- proved March 2, 1945 (H. Doc. 367, 77th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the project document. Local cooperation.-The authorized work is subject to the con- ditions that local interests contribute 50 percent of the estimated first cost of the improvement, but not to exceed $850,000, and furnish assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will: (1) Furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights- of-way, and spoil-disposal areas required for the improvement and its subsequent maintenance, when and as required; (2) construct, without cost to the United States and in accordance with plans ap- proved by the Secretary of War, adequate piers, slips, warehouses, and transit sheds, a precooling plant with a capacity of at least 120,000 standard boxes of citrus fruit per week, a shipside citrus packing plant with a capacity of at least 50,000 standard boxes per week, direct and RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 573 adequate highway connections between the port terminals and the mainland and all bridges made necessary by the entire improvement; (3) agree to operate and maintain, free of cost to the United States, all port facilities open to all on equal and reasonable terms; (4) agree to receive and pay for at the rate of 6 cents per cubic yard not less than 1,500,000 cubic yards of material to be dredged by the United States from the barge canal or turning basin and deposited upon the right-of-way for the causeway carrying the highway between the port terminals and the mainland; and (5) provide, operate, and maintain, free of cost to the United States, adequate railroad connections be- tween the port and the rail lines on the mainland when the Secretary of War shall require it. An act of the Florida State Legislature in 1939, as amended in 1941, created the Canaveral Port District in Brevard County, and a govern- ing body known as the Canaveral Port Authority with authority to construct and maintain in the district a deep-water harbor with terminal facilities; to borrow not to exceed $5,000,000 through the issuance of revenue certificates and bonds; and to levy an ad valorem tax on real and personal property in the port district. Bond issues are to be ratified by the freeholders of the port district in a public election. By letter dated February 22, 1947, the Canaveral Port Authority informed the district engineer that the authority had caused plans and specifications for the essential port facilities to be prepared by contract. On January 19, 1949, the Canaveral Port AuthQrity adopted a resolution agreeing to assume full responsibility for the require- ments of local cooperation. That resolution was accepted by the As- sistant Secretary of the Army on November 21, 1949, as satisfactory assurance of compliance. A bond issue of $1,365,000 for meeting certain of the requirements of local cooperation was sold September 29, 1949. On November 28, 1949, the port authority contributed the required $850,000 toward the cost of the improvement, and has ten- dered payment of $90,000 for purchase of 1,500,000 cubic yards of material to be dredged by the United States from the barge canal and turning basin and deposited upon the right-of-way for the causeway carrying the highway between the terminals and the mainland. All rights-of-way and spoil-disposal areas required for original dredging have been furnished. Terminal facilities.-A marginal wharf, 400 feet long, is under con- struction on the south side of the turning basin. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Dredging, by contract, to provide the 8-foot-depth barge canal, and the 27-foot- depth turning basin and the barrier cut to the 12-foot contour in the ocean, and placing fill on causeway and constructing dike enclosing turning basin, in progress since June 26, 1950, and 77 percent com- pleted at the beginning of the fiscal year, was completed January 15, 1952. Contract dredges Ventnor, No. 5, and No. 3 removed 1,795,716 cubic yards of material at a cost of $268,132.51. A pilot cut through the barrier beach was opened on October 2, 1951. Leased-plant opera- tions to place fill on the dike and causeway, begun May 26, 1951, and 245554--58--vol. 1-387 574 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 63 percent completed at the beginning of the fiscal year, were com- pleted September 23, 1951. Dredge Ventnor placed 1,292,892 cubic yards of material at a cost of $220,419.23. The U. S. hopper dredge Hyde removed 382,178 cubic yards, bin measurement, from the en- trance channel January 17 to March 26, 1952, at a cost of $124,943.72. A shore-line survey to determine effects of improvement on adjacent beaches cost $2,138.00. Surveys, engineering studies, and prepara- tion of plans and specifications for the lock cost $929.20. The costs for the year were $189,701.16 United States funds and $426,861.50 contributed funds, a total of $616,562.66. The expendi- tures were $385,942.10 United States funds and $426,861.50 contributed funds, a total of $812,803.60. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 35 percent completed. Dredging to provide the 8-foot-depth barge canal and the 27-foot-depth turning basin and barrier cut to the 12-foot contour in the ocean and placing fill on causeway and constructing dike enclosing turning basin, in progress since June 1950, was com- pleted in January 1952. Dredging the 27-foot entrance channel sea- ward of the 12-foot contour in the ocean was begun January 12, 1952, and terminated March 26, 1952, because of lack of progress. At termination the work was 90 percent completed. The adjacent beaches and entrance channel have not yet stabilized. A sand spit, which grew rapidly at first, extends about 105 feet into the channel from the south shore of the land cut. The controlling depths are as follows: Project Controlling depths Name of channel Left chel Left Rigd- Date surveyed channel Right Depth Length outside for half outside quarter project quarter width Feet Miles Feet Feet Feet Entrance channel---------------------------- 27. O0 0. 95 21.7 25. 1 21.4 March 1952. Land cut..........----------------------------------- 27.0 0. 90 +4.4 +4.3 23.0 June 1952. Turning basin-------....---.........-------------------- 27. 0 0. 47 29.5 28. O0 26. 2 March 1952. Barge canal, east section..------...--------------8. 0 0.44 8.3 8. 7 8. 4 Do. Barge canal, west section------------------ 8. 0 6.8 8.0 8.5 8.5 January 1952. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is as follows: Construction of the lock; construction of the jetty; and construction of the channel revetment. The costs under the existing project have been $847,731.55 United States funds and $937,654.00 contributed funds, a total of $1,785,385.55 for new work. The expenditures have been $848,427.99 United States funds and $937,654.00 contributed funds, a total of $1,786,081.99. Proposedoperations.-Thebalance unexpended and accounts receiv- able June 30, 1952, $25,779.45, plus an allotment of $27,700 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $53,479.45, will be applied as follows: RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 575 Accounts payable June 30, 1952 ... ___--------------------------- $165. 00 New work: Hired labor surveys, investigation and planning for jetties and revetment, August 1952 to June 1953_.-.- __---_______------ 25, 614. 45 Maintenance: Dredge to remove the most obstructive shoaling from about 800 linear feet of the 27-foot-depth entrance channel in sufficient quantity to insure that the inlet will not be completely closed, United States hopper dredge Lyman, about one-half month during August 1952 ----------- -------------------------- $27, 500 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies)-- 200 27, 700. 00 Total for all work- --------------------- 53,479. 45 The additional sum of $42,750 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Dredge to increase the restricted cross section of the 27-foot-depth entrance channel to insure that the inlet will not be completely closed, United States hopper dredge Lyman, about 1 month, February-March 1954__ $42, 500 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies)_- 250 Total ---------------------------------------------- $42, 750 Cost and financial summary UNITED STATES FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated ----------- ----------------------- $40, 500.00 $871,000. 00 Cost -.......... $37, 553. 67 $24. 036. 10 -$90,141.61 $640,495. 41 189, 701. 16 847, 731. 55 Expenditures-- ------ 34, 683. 29 26,417. 11 -99,262.09 453,549.98 385, 942.10 848,427. 99 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_-_-- ------------ $23, 318. 45 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953------------ 23, 318. 45 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-......--- ---------- 3, 222, 500. 00 CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated......-------------------............ $940, 000.00 ......-------- --.....-- -------........... I$940, 000 Cost--------- ---..-----------------------............ 183,861.72 $326,930.78 $426,861.50 1937,654 Expenditures..--------------........--------....----- 183,861.72 326, 930. 78 426 ,861. 50 1937, 654 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952----------- ------------- $2, 296. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953- .----.---- - 2, 296. 00 i Includes $90,000 received from local interests in payment for 1,500,000 cubic yards of material for cause- way fill--a local cooperation requirement. 576 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 7. FORT PIERCE HARBOR, FLA. Location.-On the east coast of Florida, about 218 miles south of the entrance to St. Johns River and about 124 miles north of the entrance to Miami Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 582.) Existing project.-This provides for the maintenance, enlargement, and deepening of the project developed by private interests, to provide a channel 350 feet wide at the 27-foot contour in the ocean, tapering + to 200 feet wide at station 100 00 near the westerly side of the inlet, thence 200 feet wide across Indian River to station 30 + 00, and thence flaring on the southerly side to form a turning basin 1,650 feet long on the northerly side, 750 feet long on the southerly side, and 900 feet wide, the depth to be 25 feet in the basin and in the channel to station 130+ 00, and thence 27 feet to the 27-foot contour in the ocean; and for maintenance of the jetties at the ocean end of the inlet, and of shore revetments within the inlet in prolongation of the jetties. The two parallel rubblestone jetties with revetment extensions, constructed by local interest to protect the entrance, are 900 feet apart, the north jetty and revetment being about 3,500 feet long, and the south jetty and revetment about 3,200 feet long. The length of the section included in the project is about 3.5 miles. The mean range of tide is about 2.6 feet at the entrance and 0.7 foot at the terminal, with northeast tides as high as 5 feet above mean low water. The actual cost of new work was $337,182.67. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $30,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Deficiency Act of Mar. 4, 1931.... The expenditure of $20,000 for dredging Specified in act. the channel, provided that local in- terests agree to maintain said chan- nel. War Department Appropria- The expenditure of up to $30,000 for Do. tion Act, Mar. 4, 1933. dredging the channel. Aug. 30, 1935 (maintenance in. For maintaining the channels, jetties, H. Doc. 252, 72 Cong., 1st cluded in Public Works Ad- and revetments, and enlarging the sess. Rivers and Harbors ministration program, Sept. 6, channels and turning basin to the Committee Doc. 21, 74th 1933). existing project dimensions. Cong., 1st sess. (Contains latest published maps.) Local cooperation.--Fully complied with as to original construc- tion. The River and Harbor Act approved August 30, 1935, imposed the condition that local interests furnish suitable spoil-disposal areas for subsequent maintenance. Adequate spoil-disposal areas have been furnished in perpetuity. Terminal facilities.-These consist of two earth-filled piers retained by steel sheet piling and forming a slip 200 feet wide by 330 to 350 feet long with bulkhead wharf at inner end. These facilities afford a berthing space of about 1,653 feet. The south pier and the bulkhead wharf are municipally owned, the pier having a berthing space of 524 feet, with depths of 25.5 to 18 feet. The bulkhead is used for tieup of Government vessels. A warehouse 75 by 280 feet is on the mu- nicipal pier, and a precooling plant 102 by 365 feet occupies the north RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 577 pier, just landward of which is another warehouse, 50 by 100 feet. A fruit-packing house 170 by 225 feet is at the west end of the slip. The north pier is served by railway and both piers by highway con- nections. North of the turning basin there is a bulkhead wharf with a depth of 15 to 12 feet and with tank storage in the rear for petroleum products. The facilities are considered adequate for exist- ing commerce. (See Port and Terminal Facilities Report, 1941, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: U. S. hopper dredge Hyde removed 63,412 cubic yards of material, bin measurement, between November 27 and December 9, 1951, at a cost of $23,542.02. Minor repairs to inshore end of north jetty was ac- complished by hired labor and rental crane. About 250 surplus con- crete blocks were rearranged to form a spur dike to close a low gap in the jetty at a cost of $390.72. Periodic condition surveys and in- spections cost $771.41. The cost for the year was $24,704.15. The expenditures were $25,904.15. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in February 1938. Dredging was begun in July 1936 and completed in February 1938. Restoration of the jetties originally constructed by local interests was begun in October 1933 and completed in August 1934 as a maintenance feature. Both jetties are in good condition. The revetments are in poor condition; both are ragged, with nearly vertical faces along the water side resulting from loss of numerous. stones into the water. The westerly 500 feet of the south revetment is in very poor condition; of that section, the westerly 200 feet has dis- appeared and needs replacing to prevent further shore erosion. Stones should also be replaced in the adjacent 300 feet of that section. The controlling mean-low-water depths in January 1952 were as follows : Controlling depths Name of channel Project idchh el depth Let for half Right outside outside quarter width quarter Feet Feet Feet Feet Bar cut----------...............................................--------------------------------- 27 27.0 27. 3 27.0 Land cut (between revetment)...----------...... -------------.............. 25 27. 9 25.0 25. 0 Channel across Indian River--..........------------------------ 25 24.0 25.5 27.5 Turning basin------...---.. -------------- --------------- 25 24. 0 25.0 24. 0 The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, have been as follows: Costs and expenditures Funds New work Maintenance Total Regular........................---------------------------------------- $337,182.67 $466, 534.80 $803, 717.47 Public works------......................--------------------------- ---------------............ 250,000.00 250,000.00 Total............................................ 337, 182. 67 716, 534. 80 1, 053, 717. 47 578 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.-An allotment of $2,750 during fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition survey of the entrance channel and turning basin, June 1953------------------------------------------- $2, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ----------- 750 Total for all work----------- ------------------- -------- 2, 750 The additional sum of $80,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Place stone, by contract, to repair the rubblestone shore revetments on the north and south sides of the inlet, October-November 1953__------------------------------------------------ $77, 000 Condition survey of the entrance channel and turning basin, Jan- uary 1954----- --------------------------------------- 2, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) -------- 1, 000 Total for all work ---------- --------------------- 80, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated------- ----------- ----...........-----------------............ .......----....--.------------ $337, 182.67 Cost-----------------.................. ----------............---------------------..--.......--........------------............ 337,182. 67 Expenditures-------......... ------------............ ------------........................------------........... ----. ----------- 337, 182. 67 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... -$5, 000. 00 --------............$65,462. 72 $2, 510. 64 $24, 704. 15 716, 534. 80 Cost----------------................. 2,427. 09 $1, 973. 53 65, 462. 72 2, 510. 64 24, 704. 15 716, 534. 80 Expenditures-------......... -951. 01 "2, 018. 20 65, 462. 72 1, 310. 64 25, 904. 15 716, 534. 80 8. PALM BEACH HARBOR, FLA. Location.-On the east coast of Florida about 71 miles north of the entrance to Miami Harbor. It is the entrance channel to the Port of Palm Beach. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1248.) Existing project.-This provides for maintaining, deepening, and enlarging the improvements constructed by local interests to provide a channel 25 feet deep at mean low water (plus 2 feet of overdepth from the ocean to station 65+00 and 1 foot of overdepth thence to and in the turning basin), and 300 feet wide from deep water in the ocean to station 69+00, thence reducing to a width of 200 feet at station 65+00, near the westerly side of the inlet, thence 200 feet wide across Lake Worth to station 31+54 (with widening at the junction with the turning basin, thence flaring to foim a turning basin of the same depth on the westerly side of the lake, of irregular shape, varying in length from about 1,375 feet on the north side to 900 feet on the south side, and with a minimum width of 1,250 feet over the westerly 900 feet of its length; for removing the obstructive point on the south side of the inlet; for reveting the banks of the inlet; and for restoring the existing jetties. The jetties constructed at the entrance by local interests consist of two parallel rubblestone structures 800 feet apart, RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 579 the north jetty and revetment being about 1,800 feet long and the south jetty, 1,700 feet long. The length of section under improvement is about 1.5 miles. The mean range of tide is 2.8 feet at the inlet and 1.8 feet at the Port of Palm Beach terminals. The extreme range is about 4.5 feet at the inlet and 3 feet at the terminals. The actual cost of new work was $1,688,740.62. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $31,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents (1) Maintenance of improvement previously constructed H. Doc. 185, 73d Cong., 2d seas. by local interests. (5) Deepening the channels and turning basin, as con- Recommended by Chief of En- structed by local interests, to 20 feet. gineers to Public Works Admin- istration Oct. 17, 1934. Aug. 30,1935 Authorized the work previously approved by Public H. Doc. 185, 73d Cong., 2d seas., Works Administration, and widening the channels and Rivers and Harbors Corn- to existing project dimensions, enlarging the 700- mittee Doe. 42, 74th Cong., 1st foot-square turning basin eastward, removing the seas. obstructive point on south side of the inlet, revet- ing the banks of the inlet, and restoring existing jetties. Mar. 2,1945 Deepening the channels and turning basin to 25 feet.... H. Doe. 530, 78th Cong., 2d sess. May 17,1950 Extending the turning basin 550 feet southward over H. Doc. 704, 80th Cong., 2d seas. a 900-foot width, with a flare to the east: Provided (Contains latest published map.) that local interests may be reimbursed not to ex- ceed $305,000 for work done by them on this modi- fication subsequent to July 1, 1949. 2 1 Public Works Administration program Mar. 13, 1934. Public Works Administration program Dec. 10, 1934. Local cooperation.--The conditions imposed by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935 (H. Doc. 185, 73d Cong., 2d sess.) have been complied with except for furnishing perpetual easements for access to the easement areas adjacent to the channel through the inlet. The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, among other conditions, imposed the requirement that local interests give assurances satis- factory to the Secretary of War that they will provide additional berthing space and terminal facilities when needed to accommodate any increase in the commerce of the port, and furnish suitable spoil- disposal areas for subsequent maintenance of the work as and when required. A resolution adopted August 1, 1945, by the Port of Palm Beach District agreeing to comply with all conditions imposed by the act was accepted by the Secretary of War on October 3, 1945, as satis- factory assurance of compliance. All other requirements imposed by the act of 1945 have been fully complied with. The River and Harbor Act approved May 17, 1950 (H. Doc. 704, 80th Cong., 2d sess.), imposed the condition that local interests fur- nish assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas for the work and subsequent maintenance, when and as required; and will provide and maintain, in accordance with plans approved by the Chief of Engineers, a new slip with highway and rail connections and other appurtenances, open to all on equal and reasonable terms. In partial compliance local interests have partially completed slip No. 2 as described in the paragraph "Terminal facilities." 580 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 While not required under the conditions of local cooperation, the Port of Palm Beach District, during 1944, dredged the area south and southeast of the then-existing project turning basin to a depth of 12 to 15 feet or to rock. During 1946 the port district widened the turning basin generally 200 feet to the south and east to a depth of 22 feet. Terminal facilities.-These consist of 2 slips: No. 1 is 690 feet long, 210 feet wide, and 26 feet deep, with a wharf on either side and a bulkhead at the inner end; No. 2 is 500 feet long, 250 feet wide, and 32 feet deep, with 450 feet of bulkhead on the northerly side at the easterly end; in addition, there are 2 shore wharves and the face of the pier between the two slips has been bulkheaded. Slip No. 2 will eventually be extended to 800 feet, with the same width and depth. Adjacent to the bulkhead, a 180- by 450-foot area has been paved with limerock slag on asphalt for open storage of bulk cargoes. These facilities afford a total berthing space of 2,742 feet, with depth rang- ing from 17 to 32 feet. All wharves belong to the Port of Palm Beach District. A 70- by 620-foot steel-and-concrete warehouse, a 70- by 140- foot wooden frame building, and an office building have been con- structed on the north side of the slip; a 36- by 124-foot precooling plant north of the warehouse has been remodeled for use as a ware- house for express traffic. One nearby storage tank for imported fountain syrup and two storage depots for petroleum products are connected with the terminal by pipelines. Equipment for transfer of railroad freight cars to and from car ferries has been installed and is extensively used. Rail and highway connections, water supply, and other facilities have been provided to the warehouses and to ship- side of the slips. A new 60- by 300-foot steel warehouse with con- crete flooring was completed on pier 2, June 1, 1952, and is in use. A new spur railroad track has been completed south of slip No. 2, to serve the 125,000 kw. plant of Florida Power & Light Co. On the port property west of the Federal highway, the West Indian Fruit & Steamship Co. has completed a 40- by 800-foot roofed platform for handling Cuban fruit and vegetables. One mile of spur track for storage has been built to serve this facility. Paved roadway and parking area to this facility consist of a 100- by 300-foot entrance roadway, a 30- by 900-foot paved area on the north side of the shed, and a 60- by 900-foot paved area on the south side of the shed. The facilities are considered inadequate for existing commerce, until com- pletion of slip No. 2 extension and appurtenant features. (See Port and Terminal Facilities Report, 1941, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Local inter- ests were reimbursed $238,842.77 on November 27, 1951, for the turn- ing basin enlargement accomplished by them as authorized by section 101 of the River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950. Maintenance: The United States hopper dredge Hyde removed 57,120 cubic yards, bin measurement, restoring project dimensions throughout the harbor, December 9 to 19, 1951, at a cost of $20,621.72. Five obstructive boulders were removed from the entrance channel by contract derrick barge in November 1951 at a cost of $859.93. Periodic condition surveys and inspections cost $2,224.56. RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 581 The costs for the year were $238,842.77 for new work and $23,706.21 for maintenance, a total of $262,548.98. The expenditures were $263,353.78. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in July 1950. Between 1918 and 1920, local interests dredged a channel 15 to 18 feet deep, 300 feet wide through the inlet, and 150 feet wide across Lake Worth, with a turning basin on the western shore of the lake, and constructed two stone jetties and revetment extensions to protect the channel at the entrance. The United States deepened the entrance channel and turning basin to 20 feet and widened the channel across Lake Worth to 200 feet between February 1935 and December 1937, and restored the stone jetties and revetments and removed the obstructive land point at the south side of the inlet between October 1936 and June 1938. The entrance channel and turning basin were further deepened to 25 feet, plus overdepth, between March 1947 and November 1948. During July 1949, local interests began dredging, on a reimbursable basis, to extend the turning basin 550 feet southward, with a flare to the east. The work was later discontinued, but was resumed by them during June 1950 and completed in July1950. Local interests were reimbursed for the work in November 1951. As reconstructed, the north jetty and revetment are 950 and 1,500 feet long, respectively; 850 feet of the shoreward end of the jetty has been capped with concrete, and voids in the granite enrockment at the seaward end of the structure have been filled with asphaltic concrete which is now in poor condition. The south jetty and revetment are 1,890 and 420 feet long, respectively; 1,790 feet of the shoreward end of the jetty has been capped with concrete. Repairs by contract were performed on the south jetty and revetment, and new granite base rocks were placed on both sides of the concrete cap for its full length. The work was completed September 8, 1950. Rebuilding of the north revetment was completed in April 1950. Both jetties were in good condition except for hurricane and storm damages to the south jetty as follows: The outer 500 feet of concrete cap has settled generally from 1 to 6 inches, due to displacement and scattering of outlying granite base rocks formerly protecting the concrete cap; two 40-foot sections of the concrete cap were badly cracked longitudinally-one 400 feet from the east end of the concrete cap, the other near the land end; and the 100-foot section of nonbonded rubble granite at the seaward end has about disappeared. A 15- to 25-foot strip along the landside of the west half of the north jetty has washed out to depths from 1 to 2 feet at low water. Sand is continuing to pass through the jetty. Filter rocks placed in the area to counteract such action were ineffective and were carried away by sea action. Larger stones will be required to remedy the condition. In January 1952 controlling depths were about as follows: Sea buoy to seaward end of jetties, 28.5 feet in midchannel for half project width with a limiting depth of 27.0 feet in the right outside quarter and 28.2 feet in the left outside quarter; the channel between the jetties and through the land cut and thence across Lake Worth to the turning basin, 27.8 feet in midchannel for half project width, with limiting depths of 26.0 feet in the right outside quarter and 27.8 feet in the left outside quarter; and in the turning basin, 27 feet. 582 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, have been as follows: Costs and expenditures Funds New work Maintenance Total Regular....................-------------------------------------- $1, 608, 740. 62 $745, 034. 52 $2, 353,775. 14 Public works-----------------------------------....................................... 80, 000. 00 30, 000. 00 110, 000. 00 Total..........--------------- --------------------- 1,688, 740. 62 775, 034. 52 2, 463, 775. 14 Proposed operations. An allotment of $30,700 during fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Dredge to remove the most obstructive shoaling in the 25-foot-depth entrance channel and turning basin, United States hopper dredge Lyman, about one-half month during January 1953------------ $27, 500 Condition survey of the entrance channel and turning basin, Novem- ber 1952 ---------------------------------------- 2,000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) --------- 1,200 Total for all work--------------------------------------30, 700 The additional sum of $3,500 can be profitably expended for the following work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Condition survey of the entrance channel and turning basin, April 1954 ---------------------- $2, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ----------- 1, 500 Total for all work --------------- ------ ----- -------- 3, 500 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-......... $96,300. 00 ------- -$11,366.13 ............ $238, 842. 77 $1, 688, 740. 62 Cost_....------------- 138,651.89 $188,989. 30 .......---------..--.........---------...... 238,842.77 1, 688, 740. 62 Expenditures-......... 120, 600. 95 213,208.48 -100. 00 ....--------...... 238, 942. 77 1, 688, 740. 62 Maintenance: ........-- Appropriated------- 2, 000. 00 ..--......... 316, 441. 70 $42, 500. 00 23,156. 03 775, 034. 52 Cost----------------....265. 74 2, 209. 30 200, 759. 78 160, 387. 72 23, 706. 21 775, 034. 52 Expenditures ---------- 153.38 1,693. 42 117, 106. 01 243, 880. 40 24, 411. 01 775, 034. 52 9. PORT EVERGLADES HARBOR, FLA. Location.-On the east coast of Florida, about 23 miles north of Miami and about 48 miles south of Palm Beach Harbor, Fla. The site of the harbor is in Lake Mabel. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 546.) Existing project.-This authorizes the maintenance, enlargement, and deepening of the improvements constructed by local interests to provide a channel 500 feet wide at its seaward end, converging to 400 feet at the jetty entrance, thence converging to 300 feet at a point 1,000 feet within the jetty entrance, and thence 300 feet wide, RIVERS AND ITARBORS--JACKSONVILLE, FLA. DISTRICT 583 and flaring at the inner end to a turning basin 1,200 feet long and 2,250 feet wide over the major portion of its length, all to a depth of 35 feet at mean low water; and the maintenance of two converging rubblestone jetties constructed at the entrance to protect the channel, and of two parallel steel-sheet-piling bulkheads 800 feet apart to protect the land points of the inlet from erosion. The entrance channel is about 7,300 feet long. The jetties are 700 feet apart at the outer ends and 1,200 feet apart at the shore ends. The north jetty is angular and about 1,450 feet long; the south jetty is straight and about 1,250 feet long. Both jetties were built to 6 feet above mean low water with top widths of 6 feet at the shore ends and 12 feet at the sea ends, and with side slopes of 1 on 11/2. The mean range of tide is 2.5 feet at the entrance and 2.3 feet at the terminals; the extreme range is about 4.5 feet, with storm tides of about 6.5 feet. The actual cost of new work was $2,200,538.11. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $42,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 3,1930 Maintenance of the harbor as constructed by local H. Doc. 357, 71st Cong., 2d sess. interests. Aug. 30, 1935 For enlarging the entrance channel to existing project Rivers and Harbors Committee dimensions and completing the turning basin to Doc. 25, 74th Cong., 1st sees. 1,200 feet square. June 20,1938 For enlarging the turning basin by adding a trape- H. Doc. 545, 75th Cong., 3d sess. zoidal area 350 feet wide on the north side. July 24,1946 For general widening of the turning basin by 200 feet H. Doc. 768, 78th Cong., 2d sess. on the north and 500 feet on the south ,and for en- (Contains the latest published larging the flare of the entrance channel at the basin, maps.) Local cooperation.--The River and Harbor Acts approved August 30, 1935, and June 20, 1938, imposed the condition, among others, that local interests provide suitable areas for the disposal of dredged ma- terial for maintenance. In addition, the latter act included the re- quirement that local interests agree to provide the slips, piers, and other terminal facilities necessary for the full utilization of the im- provement. A resolution adopted January 26, 1939, by the Broward County Port Authority, agreeing to provide suitable and sufficient slips, piers, and other terminal facilities necessary for the full utiliza- tion of the improvement, was accepted by the Chief of Engineers February 20, 1939, as satisfactory assurance of compliance with that part of the required local cooperation. In partial compliance with the conditions, the port authority has provided slip No. 2 described below under "Terminal facilities." . All other requirements affecting original construction as imposed by the two acts have been fully com- plied with. Sufficient temporary spoil-disposal areas have been fur- nished for maintenance as and when required. The River and Harbor Act approved July 24, 1946, imposed the conditions that responsible local interests agree to (a) provide, free of cost to the United States, all necessary lands and rights-of-way and suitable spoil-disposal areas, diked as necessary, for new work and for subsequent maintenance, when and as required; (b) promptly dredge and bulkhead slip No. 3 and the berth at the east end of pier 584 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 No. 3 on completion of the improvement in the southern part of the turning basin by the Government; and (c) hold and save the United States free from damages resulting from the work. A resolution adopted by the Broward County Port Authority on October 23, 1947, assuming responsibility for compliance with the above provisions of local cooperation, was accepted by the Chief of Engineers on October 30, 1947, as satisfactory assurance of compliance. All new-work spoil areas and easements in perpetuity for required rights-of-way have been furnished. Slip No. 3 has been dredged to the dimensions and depth stated below under "Terminal facilities." While not required under the conditions of local cooperation, the Broward County Port Authority, in 1946, partially completed dredg- ing an area of about 125,000 square feet on the westerly side, and within the project limits, of the 500-foot extension to the southerly side of the turning basin. Terminal facilities.---These consist of seven commercial wharf fa- cilities at Port Everglades owned and operated by Broward County Port Authority, all open to the public. They are on the three slips that have been dredged off the turning basin. Slips No. 1 and 2 are 35 feet deep and 300 feet wide, and are respectively 1,200 feet and 700 feet long, with steel-sheet-pile bulkheads on both sides of each slip and at the end of slip No. 1. Slip No. 2 was so constructed as to permit future extension to a length of 1,200 feet. Slip No. 3, 1,200 feet long and 300 feet wide, is 35 feet deep but is inactive at present due to pending bulkhead construction. A modern steel transit shed has been constructed on pier No. 2, and a privately operated precooling plant on pier No. 1. All wharves have railway and highway con- nections and pipeline connections to one or more of the 13 storage depots for petroleum products, one of which is also for blackstrap molasses. The facilities are considered inadequate for the existing commerce. (See Port Series No. 16, revised 1947, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance:Periodic condition survey during May 1952 cost $2,584.07. The expenditures were $2,500.99. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in January 1949. Local interests dredged an entrance channel 210 feet wide, 35 feet deep, and about 6,900 feet long, from the ocean to a partially completed turning basin 1,200 feet square, and constructed two converging angular-stone jetties to protect the entrance channel and two steel-sheet-pile bulkheads to protect the land points. The United States enlarged the entrance channel to project dimensions, completed the 1,200-foot-square turning basin to a depth of 35 feet, widened it to a maximum width of 2,250 feet, and enlarged the flare of the south side of the entrance channel at the basin between December 1936 and January 1949, and reconstructed the jetties as a maintenance feature between May and September 1932. The seaward end of the south jetty was straightened in connection with jetty repairs between June and August 1940. Both jetties are in good condition. The steel-sheet-pile bulkhead at the inner end of the south jetty is in poor condition, and the similar bulkhead on the north side of the land cut is in fair condition. The sheet piling, except for a short section at the seaward end, was cut off at the low-tide line during construction RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 585 for concrete capping, which was never placed. The tie-back piles and deadman timbers have been virtually destroyed above earth line by marine borers. In May 1952 controlling depths were as follows: Sea buoy to sea- ward end of jetties, 33.1 feet in midchannel for half project width with a limiting depth of 33.2 feet in the right outside quarter and 33 feet in the left outside quarter; the channel between the jetties and through the land cut and across Lake Mabel, 34 feet in midchannel for half project width, with limiting depths of 32.8 feet in the right out- side quarter and 29.1 feet in the left outside quarter; and in the turning basin the central 400 feet from the junction of the turning basin and channel to slip No. 1 has a controlling depth of 35.0 feet; the balance: of the turning basin is shoaled with balance on the right having a controlling depth of 30.5 feet and the balance on the left side having a controlling depth of 29.4 feet. The costs under the existing project have been $2,200,538.11 for new work and $356,286.40 for maintenance, a total of $2,556,824.51. The expenditures have been $2,556,741.43. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, - $50.99, plus an allotment of $135,700 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $135,649.01, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952__ ________ __--___ --- $83. 08 Maintenance: Dredging to remove the most obstructive shoaling in the 35-foot-depth entrance channel with United States hopper dredge Gerig, about one-half month, December 1952- ----- Dredge, by contract, to remove obstructive shoaling - - _------ $46, 000. 00 in the 35-foot-depth turning basin, December 1952_ 87, 500. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingen- cies) -------------- ..-----. ------------- 2,065. 93 135, 565. 93 Total for all work------------------------------ -135, 649. 01 The additional sum of $4,750 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Condition survey of the entrance channel and turning basin, April 1954 ----------------------------------------------- $2, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) 2, 750 ------------ Total for all work --------------------------------------4, 750 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated _........ $410, 000. 00 $356,000. 00 -$2, 315. 72 -----.--. .----------.-. $2, 200,538. 11 Cost---....-- ..---------410, 000. 00 353, 684. 28 ...--- -------------------------- 2, 200, 538. 11 Expenditures-........ 410,000. 00 353, 499. 77 184. 51 .......... 2, 200, 538. 11 Maintenance: Appropriated-------........ 96, 000. 00 ----------- 17, 705. 22 $148. 18 $2, 450. 00 356, 152. 33 Cost----.... ... 92, 221. 12 630. 25 20, 853. 85 148. 18 2, 584. 07 356, 286. 40 Expenditures ...... 92, 901, 30 -79. 37 20,883. 29 148. 18 2, 500:99 356, 203. 32 586 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 10. MIAMI HARBOR, FLA. Location.--Miami is near the northerly end of Biscayne Bay, about 335 miles southeasterly from the entrance to Jacksonville Harbor. Miami River has its source in the Everglades and flows southeasterly to enter Biscayne Bay at Miami. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 547 and 1248.) Existing project.-This provides for the following: (a) A channel 30 feet deep and 500 feet wide from the 30-foot contour in the ocean to near the outer end of the north jetty, thence 300 feet wide through the entrance and across Biscayne Bay to and including a turning basin 1,400 feet long and 1,350 feet wide on the westerly side of Biscayne Bay in front of the municipal terminals at Miami; (b) two parallel rubblestone jetties at the entrance, 1,000 feet apart and 3,000 and 2,750 feet long, respectively; (c) an approach channel 300 feet wide and a turning basin of irregular shape about 2,000 feet square, both 30 feet deep, at Virginia Key, and dredging 12,060,000 cubic yards of material from the bay bottom in addition to that to be dredged from the ap- proach channel and turning basin to provide fill for the island, with such modifications as in the discretion of the Secretary of the Army and the Chief of Engineers may be advisable; (d) a channel 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the mouth of Miami River to the turning basin at the municipal terminals; (e) a channel 8 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the mouth of Miami River to the Intracoastal Water- way and thence 100 feet wide to Government Cut; (f) a channel at the mouth of Miami River, 15 feet deep at mean low water, 250 feet wide at the outer end and tapering to 170 feet wide at Brickell Point in a dis- tance of about 1,400 feet; thence a channel in Miami River, 15 feet deep under flood conditions, 150 feet wide for 3 miles, thence 125 feet wide for 1.1 miles, and thence 90 feet wide for 1.4 miles; (g) a channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Miami River to a harbor of refuge in Palmer Lake, the location of the harbor of refuge and channel leading thereto being subject to modification at the discretion of the Chief of Engineers; (h) an approach channel 6 feet deep and 700 feet wide to the harbor line at the seaplane base at Dinner Key, with an enlargement at the inner end and with a channel 8 feet deep and 50 feet wide along the easterly edge of the widening. The plane of reference is mean low water, except for the 15-foot channel in Miami River where depths are based on flood conditions. The total length of the waterway under improvement is about 17.7 miles, including about 6 miles of entrance channel from the ocean to and including the turning basin at the municipal terminals, 1.6 miles of aproach channel to Virginia Key, 5.8 miles in Miami River, 3.5 miles in the connecting channels leading therefrom into the bay, and 0.8 mile at Dinner Key Airport. The mean tidal variation is 2.5 feet at the entrance and 2 feet in the bay. The extreme variation is about 4.5 feet at the entrance and 3 feet in Biscayne Bay. Strong easterly winds raise the water level about 1.5 feet at the entrance and 1 foot in the bay. Strong westerly winds lower the water level about 1 foot at the entrance and about 0.5 foot in the bay. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $14,604,400, excluding $23,000 to be contributed by local interests. The latest RIVERS AND HARBORS----JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 587 (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $75,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents MIAMI RIVER July 3,1930 The 15-foot channel in Miami River, 150 feet wide at Specified in act. the mouth. (1) The channel at the Dinner Key Airport ------------. S.Doc. 95, 72d Cong., 1st sess. and specified in act.' MIAMI HARBOR June 13,1902 An 18-foot channel in a land cut across the peninsula H. Doc. 662, 56th Cong., 1st sess. and construction of the north jetty. (Annual Report, 1900, p. 1987.) Mar. 2,1907 Construction of the south jetty and increase of channel Specified in act. width to 100 feet. July 25,1912 Enlarging the channel to 20-foot depth and 300-foot H. Doc. 554, 62d Cong., 2d sess. width and extending the jetties. Mar. 4,1913 Modification of local cooperation requirements im- Specified in act. posed by the act of July 25, 1912. Mar. 3, 1925 A channel 25 feet deep with present project widths H. Doc. 516, 67th Cong., 4th sess. from the ocean to Biscayne Bay, thence 200 feet wide across the bay to but not including the muni- cipal turning basin, and extension of both jetties. July 3,1930 A channel width of 300 feet across the bay and en- Rivers and Harbors Committee larging the municipal turning basin, with expendi- Doc. 15, 71st Cong., 2d sess. tures thereon limited to $200,000. Aug. 30, 1935s A depth of 30 feet from the ocean to and in the turn- Senate Committee Print, 73d ing basin, with the existing authorized project Cong., 2d sess. widths, including the 300-foot width in the channel across the bay. Aug. 26,1937 Extending the turning basin 200 feet to the south- Rivers and Harbors Committee ward. Doc. 86, 74th Cong., 2d sess. Mar. 2,1945 The Virginia Key improvement---_. --------- - S. Doc. 251, 79th Cong., 2d sess.' Do--...... For incorporation of the project for Miami River in H. Doc. 91, 79th Cong., 1st sess.' that for Miami Harbor; the widening at the mouth of Miami River to existing project widths; the channels from the mouth of Miami River to the turning basin and to Government Cut; and the channel from Miami River to the harbor of refuge, provided that local interests contribute one-third of the cost. 1 War Department Appropriation Act approved July 14, 1932. 9 Contains latest published maps. 8 Included in the Public Works Administration program Jan. 3, 1934. Local cooperation.-All work authorized by the River and Har- bor Act approved March 2, 1945, is subject to the conditions that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, and rights-of-way and suitable spoil-disposal areas for the initial work and subsequent maintenance, as and when required, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. Additional requirements imposed by the act of March 2, 1945, are as follows: (a) The Virginia Key improvement is subject to the conditions that local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will provide auxiliary channels and suitable airport and harbor terminal facilities at Virginia Key generally in accordance with the plans submitted by the district engineer and subject to such modifications as the Chief of Engineers may require, and provide such operating facilities as the United States may require; (b) the provision of a channel from Miami River to the harbor of refuge is subject to the conditions that local interests contribute one-third of the initial cost of the channel furnish assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War that they will provide and maintain suitable depths in the harbor of refuge and construct and maintain adequate mooring facilities therein, and agree 588 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 that, at any time upon the approach of a hurricane or severe storm and specifically upon the request of the district engineer or his authorized representative, the refuge basin will be open to all without charge until storm danger is past. On March 21, 1945, local interests were informed as to the requirements of local cooperation imposed in connection with the Virginia Key improvement. No assurance of compliance with those requirements has been received. On September 5, 1945, the Commission of the City of Miami, Fla., adopted a resolution agree- ing to assume responsibility for compliance with the local coop- eration requirements imposed in House Document No. 91, Seventy- ninth Congress, first session, except those pertaining to the channel from Miami River to the harbor of refuge in Palmer Lake. On May 9, 1946, that resolution was accepted by the Secretary of War as satisfactory assurance of partial compliance. All prior requirements have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-These consist of 42 piers and wharves, of which 5 are on the east side of Biscayne Bay at Miami Beach, 1 is on Fisher Island, 5 are along the south side of MacArthur Cause- way, 7 are on the west side of the bay at Miami, and 18 are on Miami River. Seven of the facilities are open to the public for handling general cargo. Four of these, including three municipal piers on the west side of the bay and a privately owned pier near the east end:of MacArthur Causeway, can accommodate deep-draft vessels. They other three general cargo facilities are suitable for small ves- sels, and include the Florida East Coast Railway wharf south of the municipal piers and two privately owned wharves on Miami River. All of the general cargo wharves have highway and railway connections except the causeway terminal, which has highway con- nections only. A municipal yacht anchorage and basin and a munic- ipal wharf are open to the public for recreational craft. Of the remaining piers and wharves, 7 in the bay and 2 on Miami River are used for handling petroleum products, 17 are used in connection with ship-repair activities, 6 are used for mooring vessels or handling private freight, and 2 are idle. Three of these facilities have railway connections, and all have highway connections except a petroleum wharf on Fisher Island. In addition, numerous landing facilities in and around Miami, especially on Miami River, are designed for and used exclusively by recreational craft. The facilities are con- sidered inadequate for the existing commerce. (See Port Series No. 16, revised 1947, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: Periodic surveys and inspections cost $2,210.91. Maintenance of reservation and bank revetment on north side of entrance channel cost $12,569.08. The cost for the year was $14,779.99 for maintenance. The ex- penditures were $14,483.26. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 49 percent completed. The main 30-foot entrance channel from the ocean to and including the turning basin was dredged progressively between August 1904 and March 1939. A land cut 20 feet deep and 300 feet wide was dredged across the peninsula to Biscayne Bay between August 1904 and October 1923; a channel 25 feet deep from RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 589 the ocean to and including the former municipal turning basin at Miami (200 feet wide across the bay, and following the alinement of the former municipal channel) was dredged between July 1926 and December 1933, and was deepened to 30 feet, including widening the channel across the bay to 300 feet and enlarging the turning basin, between April 1934 and March 1939. A channel 15 feet deep at mean low water and 150 feet wide along the land point at the mouth of Miami River for 1,400 feet, and thence northerly along the bay front for about 1,200 feet, and a channel in Miami River for 5.5 miles above its mouth, 15 feet deep under flood conditions and of project widths, were dredged between March 1932 and August 1933. The channels at the Dinner Key seaplane base were dredged between February and August 1933. These facilities are no longer used by aircraft, and the Dinner Key base was taken over by the city of Miami in 1947, converted to accommodate pleasure boats, and is now known as the Dinner Key Marina. The two stone jetties at the entrance were con- structed to the 18-foot contour between March 1904 and October 1908, extended 405 feet each in 1922, and extended to their present lengths between September 1926 and March 1929. The north jetty and revetment is 4,688 feet long, and the south jetty and revetment is 3,850 feet long. * The south jetty, both revetments, and that part of the north jetty landward of the low-tide shore line in the ocean are in good condition. Seaward of the low-tide shore line the north Jetty is in fair condition; that section was damaged during the hurricane of November 1935. Numerous pieces of granite were dislodged from the upper part of the jetty and now rest on the ocean bed along the jetty. At several points in the jetty, the crest has been lowered to the plane of mean high tide. No sand encroachment toward the channel has taken place through the lowered sections. When last surveyed, the controlling depths were as follows: Project Controlling depths, dimensions mean low water Name of channel Mid- Date Left channel Right surveyed Width Depth outside for half outside quarter project quarter width Main entrance: Feet Feet Feet Feet Feet From ocean through land cut and across Bis- cayne Bay--------------------------------- 500 to 300 30 -------- 31.0 -- June1952. Turning basin--.........-------....--...--. ----------- 1, 350 30 26. 9 30. 0 27. 1 Do. Miami River: Biscayne Bay to South Fork, Miami River-.... 150 1 15 8. 4 12. 1 9.1 June 1944. South Fork. Miami River to Tamiami Canal 125 1 15 10. 4 13. 6 10. 8 Do. Tamiami Canal to 36th St. bridge-----------............ 90 1 15-------. 6.9.... Do. Dinner Key Airport: Approach channel --------........................ 700 6 5. 7 5. 7 5. 7 May 1940. Channel along easterly edge of widening...... 50 8 8.0 8.0 8.0 1935. 1 Under flood conditions. s This channel is not used by aircraft. It is now used as entrance channel to Dinner Key Marina. Break- water now lies across 700-footchannel at its junction with Turning Basin. 245554---583-vol. 1- 38 590 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The work remaining to be done to complete the project is as follows: Provide an approach channel and turning basin 30 feet deep at Vir- ginia Key, and dredge 12,060,000 cubic yards of material from the bay bottom in addition to that to be dredged from the approach channel and turning basin to provide fill for the island; widen the channel at the mouth of Miami River by 20 to 100 feet for 1,400 feet; widen the existing channel along the southerly end of Bayfront Park north of Miami River to 200 feet, and thence provide a channel 15 feet deep and 200 feet wide to the turning basin in front of the munici- pal terminals; provide a channel 8 feet deep, 200 feet wide from the mouth of the river to the Intracoastal Waterway, and thence 100 feet wide to Government Cut; and provide a channel 12 feet deep and 100 feet wide from Miami River to a harbor of refuge in Palmer Lake. The total cost, all funds, has been $8,773,512.62, of which $7,218,- 373.86, including $2,202,126.04 Public Works funds, was for new work and $1,555,138.76 for maintenance. The total expenditures have been $8,773,097.29, including $2,202,126.04 Public Works funds. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $957.97, plus an allotment of $9,500 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $10,457.97, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952 ._______________.__-_____ $415.33 Maintenance : Maintenance, by hired labor, of the United States reser- vation and bank revetments on the north side of the entrance channel and along the south side of the reservation during the fiscal year ___________-- - - $3, 500.00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies)_ 6, 542. 64 10, 042. 64 Total for all work - ----------------------------------- 10, 457.97 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated---........--------- -$65,631.26 - -$267.78 $7, 218, 373. 86 Cost--- ------------- $158. 38 85. 46 $38. 52 -$38. 52 ------------ 7, 218, 373. 86 Expenditures----.... . 134. 28 85. 46 231. 14 -231. 14 ............ 7, 218, 373. 86 Maintenance: Appropriated--...--.... 42, 000. 00 110, 500. 00 12, 300. 00 13, 539. 27 14, 600.00 1, 555, 681.40 Cost_ .------.-- _ 10, 268. 78 67, 357. 87 93, 290. 77 12, 847. 15 14, 779. 99 1, 555, 138. 76 Expenditures--....----..... 9, 636. 05 25, 253. 70 136, 124. 20 12, 809. 38 14, 483. 26 1, 554, 723. 43 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-----_--------.1$7, 386, 000 1 In addition, $23,000 to be contributed. 11. OKEECHOBEE WATERWAY, FLA. Location.-CaloosahatcheeRiver has its source in Lake Okeechobee and flows generally southwesterly, emptying into the Gulf of Mexico through San Carlos Bay, about 30 miles south of the entrance to Charlotte Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 473, 1247, 1255, and 1289.) RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 591 Lake Okeechobee is a large, fresh-water lake in south-central Florida. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1289.) St. Lucie Canal was constructed by the Everglades Drainage Dis- trict as a control canal for Lake Okeechobee. It begins at about the middle of the east shore of Lake Okeechobee and empties into the south fork of the St. Lucie River at St. Lucie lock. The length of the canal is 23.9 miles. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1289.) St. Lucie River, South Fork, flows north from the entrance of the St. Lucie Canal about 7.4 miles to Stuart, where it joins North Fork to form the St. Lucie River, thence east, southeast, and east about 7.7 miles, emptying into the Indian River opposite St. Lucie Inlet. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 1247 and 1289.) Taylor Creek is formed by several small streams in central Okeecho- bee County, and flows generally southeasterly, emptying into Lake Okeechobee at its most northerly extremity. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1289.) (For description of above waterways see p. 705, annual report for 1932.) Previous projects.-Original projects for Caloosahatchee River below and above Fort Myers were adopted by River and Harbor Acts of August 2, 1882, and August 11, 1888, respectively. The next proj- ect was adopted by the River and Harbor Act approved June 25, 1910, which authorized the present project depths in Caloosahatchee River from Fort Myers to the Gulf of Mexico, with a turning basin at Fort Myers, and was modified by the River and Harbor Acts approved July 3, 1930, and August 30, 1935, under the title "Caloosahatchee River and Lake Okeechobee drainage areas, Florida," to provide, among other things, for a navigable channel across the State and for control of Lake Okeechobee, including construction of locks at Ortona and Moore Haven. For further details see page 1828, annual report for 1915; page 707, annual report for 1932; pages 878-888, annual report for 1948; and pages 785 and 831, annual report for 1949. Existing project.--This provides for: (a) Replacing old locks Nos. 1 and 2, St. Lucie Canal, by a single new lock with a usable width of 50 feet, a usable length of 250 feet, a depth of not less than 8 feet over the sills, and a new weir structure; (b) a channel 8 feet deep from Fort Myers to the Intracoastal Waterway near Stuart, with widths of 90 feet from Fort Myers to Moore Haven, thence 80 feet along the southerly shore of the lake to the hurricane gate at Clewiston, thence 100 feet across Lake Okeechobee to and in the St. Lucie Canal to St. Lucie lock, and thence 80 feet to the Intracoastal Waterway; (c) a channel 8 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the project turning basin to the existing municipal yacht basin at Fort Myers; (d) a basin 8 feet deep, 200 feet wide, and 400 feet long at Stuart; and (e) under maintenance, the operation and care of St. Lucie lock. The project also includes maintenance of features completed under previous projects as follows: (a) A channel 12 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the Gulf of Mexico to Punta Rasa, about 3.8 miles, thence 10 feet deep and 100 feet wide to Fort Myers (Edison Memorial Bridge), about 16.3 miles, with a turning basin at that point; (b) a channel in Taylor Creek 6 feet deep when the lake is at elevation 12.56 592 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 mean sea level (elevation 14 feet Lake Okeechobee datum), and 60 feet wide from the town of Okeechobee into the lake, 4 miles; (c) a naviga- tion channel 6 feet deep and 80 feet wide following in general the south shore of Lake Okeechobee from Clewiston to the St. Lucie Canal, 36.7 miles; and (d) the operation and care of the Moore Haven and Ortona locks. The total length of the waterway from the Gulf of Mexico to the Intracoastal Waterway is about 154.6 miles via the channel across Lake Okeechobee, or about 165.3 miles via the channel along the south shore of the lake. On July 1, 1947, mean sea level datum, which is 1.44 feet above the Lake Okeechobee datum previously used between the St. Lucie and Ortona locks, was adopted for use throughout the project. Project depths are based on minimum water elevations referred to mean sea level, as follows: Feet St. Lucie River, Indian River (Intracoastal Waterway) to St. Lucie lock ---- --- --------------------------------- -- 0. 49 St. Lucie Canal and Lake Okeechobee, St. Lucie lock to Moore Haven lock ------------ ------------------------------ ----------- 13. 00 Caloosahatchee Canal, Moore Haven lock to Ortona lock ...-------------. 10. 06 Caloosahatchee River, Ortona lock to the Gulf of Mexico ------------ -0. 88 The following table shows the principal features of the locks and dams (spillways are maintained under the flood-control project for Central and Southern Florida) : St. Lucie Canal Caloosahatchee Canal St. Lucie lock 1 and Moore Haven lock Ortona lock and dam dam Distance from Lake Okeechobee_. 23.9 miles_- ---.............---........... -.. 15.5 miles. Nearest town (Florida)---------........... Stuart, 8 miles-........ Moore Haven, • 0.75 La Belle, 8 miles. mile. Lock dimensions a ..-............ 50 x 250 feet------........... 50 x 250 feet-----...----....... 50 x 250 feet. Lift with minimum water eleva- 13 feet___------------- 2.5 feet-------------.............. 11.5 feet. tions. Depth over sills: Upper---.------------------- 13.8 feet------------10 feet-------------- 12 feet. Lower ------------------ 12.2 feet------------ 11 feet-.------------- 11feet. Character of foundation.--------- Pile_---_-------- Pile--.-------------- Pile. Kind of dam_-.--- __------. Movable------------ None-------------- Movable. Type of construction: Lock------......................-----------.... Concrete and steel- Concrete and steel- Concrete and steel- sheet piling. sheet piling, sheet piling. Dam.......................... Concrete, Tainter-gate ........................ Concrete, Tainter- controlled. gate controlled. Date of completion----..........-------.... (4)-...........----........ 1935-------- 1937. Actual cost------------------..................... $2,019,355.21 --......... $556,849.92----------............ $856,904.15. I Old lock No. 2, constructed by Everglades Drainage District, is adjacent to the new lock and serves as an auxiliary. This lock is 30 by 130 feet in the clear, with a limiting depth of 6 feet on the lower sill. 3 Combined hurricane gate and lock. 3 Width of chamber and greatest length available for full width. 4 Substantially completed in 1943 except for the installation of the Tainter gates in the dam in 1950. i Includes $79,474.21 for removing old lock No. 1. The mean range of tide at Punta Rasa is 1.7 feet and at Fort Myers, 0.7 foot. The extreme range is about 4.5 feet at Punta Rasa and about 2 feet at Fort Myers. At low-river stage, tidal influence is perceptible at the Ortona lock, 57.3 miles above Punta Rasa. The mean range of tide at St. Lucie Inlet is 2.6 feet and the extreme range, about 4.5 feet. Tidal effect is perceptible to St. Lucie lock, 15.1 miles. RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 593 Lake Okeechobee is maintained, so far as possible, between elevations 13 and 15 feet, mean sea level. The estimate of Federal cost for new work, approved in 1952 exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects, is $3,808,000. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $232,500, including $119,000 for operation and care of locks. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 26,1937 For construction of a new lock and weir structure in Rivers and Harbors Committee St. Lucie Canal. Doc. 28, 75th Cong., 1st sess. Mar. 2,1945 For deepening to 8 feet, with present widths, from H. Doc. 696, 76th Cong., 3d sess.' Fort Myers to the Intracoastal Waterway near Stuart via the existing channel along the southerly shore of the lake to Clewiston and a channel across Lake Okeechobee. Do-....... For a channel from the project turning basin to the H. Doc. 736, 79th Cong., 2d sess.1 municipal yacht basin at Fort Myers; and for a basin at Stuart. (2) Operation and care of locks and dams provided for with funds from War Department appropriations for rivers and harbors. 1 Contains latest published maps. 2 Permanent Appropriation Repeal Act of June 26, 1934. Local cooperation.-All work authorized by the River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, is subject to the conditions that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, ease- ments, rights of way, and spoil-disposal areas when and as required for the initial work and for subsequent maintenance, and hold and save the United States free from all claims for damages resulting from the improvement. The provision of a channel from the project turning basin to the municipal yacht basin at Fort Myers and of a basin as Stuart is subject to the additional requirements that local interests provide, maintain, and operate adequate mooring and serv- icing facilities open to all on equal and reasonable terms, make addi- tional improvements to protect the Fort Myers yacht basin from wave action, and inclose the Stuart basin in accordance with plans to be approved by the Chief of Engineers. A resolution adopted November 10, 1945, by the Board of Commis- sioners of the Okeechobee Flood Control District (an agency created by the State of Florida to comply with the requirements imposed by the River and Harbor Act of July 3, 1930) agreeing to comply with the requirements of local cooperation imposed in reference to deepening the waterway to 8 feet between Fort Myers and the Intra- coastal Waterway (H. Doc. 696, 76th Cong., 3d sess.) was accepted by the Chief of Engineers on Februray 18, 1946, as satisfactory assur- ance of compliance. All lands and spoil-disposal areas required for the initial work of deepening the waterway to 8 feet have been furnished. On July 28, 1949, the Okeechobee Flood Control District adopted two resolutions transferring the agreements, commitments, and assets of the Okeechobee Flood Control District to the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District. On July 14, 1949, the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District adopted a resolution accepting the assets of the Okeechobee Flood Control Dis- 594 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, 13. S. AtMY, 1952 trict and assuming its agreements and commitments as of midnight July 31, 1949. On November 25, 1949, the Chief of Engineers author- ized the Jacksonville district engineer to notify both districts that the subject transfer was satisfactory to the Corps of Engineers. A resolution adopted November 17, 1949, by the City Council of Fort Myers, agreeing to comply fully with all the requirements in con- nection with the side channel at Fort Myers as set forth in House Document 736, Seventy-Ninth Congress, second session, was accepted by the Chief of Engineers on January 23, 1950, as satisfactory assur- ance of compliance. On March 14, 1945, the chamber of commerce and city of Stuart, Fla., were requested to furnish a similar resolution in respect to the basin at Stuart, but no action has been taken. All prior requirements have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-In the vicinity of Fort Myers on the Caloo- sahatchee River, these consist of three freight piers, one railroad terminal pier, one municipal recreation pier, four privately owned piers, and a municipal yacht basin. A mooring basin has been pro- vided at La Belle. There are numerous small wooden-pile landings along the upper Caloosahatchee River, along the lake shore, on St. Lucie Canal, and on St. Lucie River, including one railroad terminal pier, a municipal pier, and a pier for handling petroleum products at Stuart. A marginal wharf 30 feet long and other limited facilities with highway and railway connections are available on Taylor Creek at the town of Okeechobee. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-1Maintenance: Leased dredge Monroe removed 21,108 cubic yards of material from shoals in St. Lucie River near Palm City Bridge between February 19 and 24, 1952, at a cost of $14,762.46. Hired labor periodic condition surveys and inspections cost $4,940.13. Hired labor removal of floating and submerged snags and obstructions cost $62.88. Operation and care: Moore Haven and Ortona locks on the Caloo- e saTeh-aTheT iatiiand St. Lucie lock on the St. Lucie Canal were oper- ated and maintained. Approach fender system at Ortona lock was revised and reconstructed by contract. The costs for the year were $53,806.24 for operations, $27,992.95 for ordinary repairs, and $34,- 704.73 for improvement and reconstruction, including $32,483.90 for the work done by contract. The costs of all work during the fiscal year were $1976~.4Z for maintenance and $116,503._2 for operating and care, a total of $136,269.39. The expenditures were $122,277.09. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 99 percent completed. Construction of St. Lucie lock and spillway at the lower end of St. Lucie Canal near Stuart was begun in August 1939 and completed in June 1943 except for installation of Tainter gates in the spillway, which was completed in March 1950. An auxil- iary lock gate has been installed in the upstream end of old lock No. 2. That lock, constructed by the Everglades Drainage District, is adjacent to and supplements the new lock. Dredging to deepen the waterway to 8 feet between Fort Myers and the Intracoastal Waterway near Stuart, with over-depth in St. Lucie Canal, begun in June 1948, was completed, together with dredging to provide a channel 8 feet RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 595 deep and 100 feet wide to connect the project turning basin with the municipal yacht basin, August 9, 1950. Features completed under the previous project and maintained under the existing project are as follows: A channel 12 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the Gulf of Mexico to Punta Rasa, and thence 10 feet deep and 100 feet wide to Fort Myers, with a turning basin at that locality, January 1911 to January 1913; the improved Caloo- sahatchee Canal and River channel from Moore Haven to Fort Myers, 56.5 miles, providing a floodway and navigation channel at least 7 feet deep and 90 feet wide, and with a discharge outlet capacity of 2,500 cubic feet per second from Lake Okeechobee, February 1931 to June 1937; a channel 8 feet deep and 80 feet wide in St. Lucie River between Palm City bridge and St. Lucie lock, about 2.8 miles, Sep- tember to December 1931; a channel 6 feet deep and 60 feet wide in Taylor Creek from the town of Okeechobee to Lake Okeechobee, about 4 miles, July 1936 to March 1938; 58.3 miles of navigation channel from Moore Haven lock to St. Lucie Canal, generally 8 feet or more deep with a minimum width of 80 feet, following in general the south shore of the lake, January 1932 to March 1936; a lock at Ortona, and a combined lock and hurricane gate at Moore Haven, November 1934 to June 1943. For work constructed under previous projects and now maintained under the flood control project for central and southern Florida, see paragraph "Existing project," Central and Southern Florida. For information relative to the St. Lucie, Moore Haven, and Ortona locks, see table in the paragraph "Existing project." Depths in excess of 8 feet exist in the St. Lucie Canal and across Lake Okeechobee by following in general the south shore of the lake. St. Lucie Canal was constructed 8 feet deep and 150 to 165 feet wide by the Everglades Drainage District between 1916 and 1928 as a control canal for Lake Okeechobee. The controlling depths when last surveyed were as fol- lows: Gulf of Mexico to Punta Rasa, 12 feet for a width of 200 feet in August 1950; Punta Rasa to Fort Myers, 10 feet for a width of 100 feet in August 1950; Fort Myers to Ortona lock, 8 feet for a width of 90 feet in August 1950; Ortona lock to Lake Okeechobee at Moore Haven, 8 feet for a width of 90 feet in April 1949; Lake Okeechobee from Moore Haven to St. Lucie Canal via southshore channel, 9 feet for a width of 50 feet in April 1949; via Liberty Point floodway chan- nel and open lake, 5 feet for a width of 60 feet in April 1950; via Clewiston approach channel, 8 feet for a width of 100 feet in March 1950; Lake Okeechobee to St. Lucie lock, 9 feet for a width of 80 feet in November 1949; St. Lucie River from the lock to Intracoastal Waterway near Stuart, 8 feet for a width of 80 feet in March 1950; and Taylor Creek from the town of Okeechobee to Lake Okeechobee, 6 feet for a width of 60 feet in February 1949. The present controll- ing channel width of 80 feet is reduced to 50 feet at locks and at 19 localities by bridges, with a limiting horizontal clearance of 50 feet at the highway bridge near La Belle. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is to dredge a basin 8 feet deep, 200 feet wide, and 400 feet long at Stuart. The costs under the existing project have been $3,803,447.47 for new work, $312,687.02 for maintenance, and $680,005.75 for operation 596 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 and care, a total of $4,796,140.24. The expenditures have been $4,712,209.79. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended and accounts re- ceivable June 30, 1952, $30,242.45, plus an allotment of $123,050 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $153,292.45, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------------------------------ $16, 857. 41 Maintenance: Remove, by hired labor, floating and submerged ob- structions from the navigation channels, as re- quired during fiscal year-------------------- $5, 000. 00 Install, by contract, direction and marker signs, May 1953-------------------------------- 11, 000.00 Condition surveys of the navigation channels as required during the fiscal year-------------- 4, 700. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contin- gencies) ---------------------------------- 1, 389. 83 22, 089.83 Maintenance (operation and care) : Operation of navigation locks______------------- 52, 031. 21 Ordinary mainltenance and repairs ---------- 44, 100. 00 Improvement and reconstruction ------------ 18, 214. 00 114, 345.21 Total for all work_____ 1----------------------53,292.4 The additional sum of $86,900 can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Condition surveys of the navigation channels to de- termine the need for dredging, as required during the fiscal year__ -------------- -- $5, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contin- gencies) -------------------------- ----- 1, 400 $6, 400 Maintenance (operation and care) : Operation of navigation locks -__---------- - 50, 600 Ordinary maintenance and repair------------ - 20,800 Improvement and reconstruction__ -------- - 9, 100 80, 500 Total for all work------------------------------------- 86, 900 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30. 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-........ $1,612,700.00---------- $300, 000. 00 -$48, 829. 56 ...----------....... I $20, 025, 722. 87 Cost_-----........... . 75, 863. 79 $1,352,620.40 553, 253. 16 25, 682. 78- --------. 1 20, 025, 722. 87 Expenditures ....--------- 58, 823.36 1, 227, 888.46 673, 669.54 46, 873.60....---------......-- 1 20, 025, 722.87 Maintenance: Appropriated --------. 834, 600. 00 351, 550.00 361, 000. 00 62, 000.00 $131,395.97 18, 519, 669. 67 Cost ...--------------- 499, 920. 74 609, 989. 49 354, 235.76 172, 346.98 136, 269. 39 18, 573, 843.13 Expenditures.----.. -- 446, 644. 40 635, 360. 22 359, 609. 51 191, 210. 80 122, 277.09 1 8, 489, 912. 68 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project----------------------- $4, 500 1 In addition, $500,000 were expended for new work and $1,000 for maintenance from contributed funds on the previous project. RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 597 12. INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY, CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER TO ANCLOTE RIVER, FLA. Location.--The waterway extends from the mouth of the Caloo- sahatchee River at Punta Rasa, Fla., to the mouth of Anclote River, Fla., following in general an almost continuous series of protected inside waterways along the Gulf coast of Florida. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 1255-1257.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the following river and harbor acts: For the improvement of the inside passage from Punta Rasa to Charlotte Harbor (Pine Island Sound), act of June 13, 1902; for Caseys Pass (Venice Inlet), act of August 30, 1935; for Sarasota Bay (including Little Sarasota Bay), acts of September 19, 1890, June 3, 1896, March 2, 1907, March 2, 1919, and August 26, 1937; and for Channel from Clearwater Harbor through Boca Ciega Bay to Tampa Bay, acts of June 25, 1910, and March 2, 1919. For further details see page 291, annual report for 1904; page 776, annual report for 1918; page 662, annual report for 1938; pages 720, 724-725, and 733-734, annual report for 1940; pages 692-694, annual report for 1941; and page 767, annual report for 1945. Existing project.-This provides for improvement of the section of the Intracoastal Waterway from the Caloosahatchee River, Fla., to Anclote River, Fla., to a depth of 9 feet at mean low water and a width of 100 feet, including deepening the existing 100-foot-wide en- trance channel at Caseys Pass (Venice Inlet) ; and for the construc- tion of a highway bridge over the land cut at Venice, the operation and maintenance of the bridge to be assumed by local interests. In the area between Venice and Lemon Bay, the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, is authorized to use the orig- inal or such other route as may be deemed feasible by the Chief of Engineers and approved by the Secretary of the Army. Two parallel jetties 300 feet apart, each 659.4 feet long and consisting of 19 steel-sheet-pile cylinders connected by steel-sheet-pile curtain walls, together with the wood-sheet-pile bulkhead extensions and rip- rap shore revetments, were constructed at the Caseys Pass entrance under a previous project and are maintained under the existing proj- ect. The waterway will include the existing improved channels in Pine Island Sound from Punta Rasa to Charlotte Harbor, in Little Sarasota Bay and Sarasota Bay from Nokomis to Tampa Bay, through the entrance from the Gulf of Mexico at Caseys Pass (Venice Inlet), and in Boca Ciega Bay from Clearwater Harbor to Tampa Bay. On November 4, 1949, the Secretary of the Army tentatively approved a modification of the route between Caseys Pass and Lemon Bay to pro- vide a channel through Venice approximately paralleling Park Boulevard. The total length of the waterway is 147.8 miles; the length of the entrance channel at Caseys Pass is 0.67 mile. The mean ranges of tide are 1.7 feet at Punta Rasa, 1 foot at Port Boca Grande, 1.4 feet in Tampa Bay at Anna Maria, and 2 feet at the entrance to Anclote River. The extreme ranges are about 4.5 feet at Punta Rasa, about 3 to 4 feet between Port Boca Grande and Corey Causeway over Boca Ciega Bay, and about 5.5 feet at the entrance to Anclote River. South- 598 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 erly winds over the area generally raise the water level by 1 to 1.5 feet; northerly winds lower the water level by 1 to 2 feet. The estimate of cost for new .work, approved in 1952, is $5,595,400, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $87,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 2,1945 The 9- by 100-foot channel: deepening the existing H. Doc. 371, 76th Cong., 1st sess. channel through Caseys Pass to 9 feet; and con- (Contains the latest published struction of a highway bridge at Venice, operation maps.) and maintenance to be assumed by local interests. June 30,1948 Use of the original or one of three designated alter- Specified in act. native routes between Caseys Pass and Lemon Bay, provided that the cost to the United States shall not exceed the cost of the original route. May 17,1950 Use of such previously authorized routes or any Specified in act. other route in the Venice and Lemon Bay area as may be deemed feasible by the Chief of Engineers and approved by the Secretary of the Army. Local cooperation.-The act which adopted the project imposed the conditions that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas for the initial work and for subsequent maintenance, when and as required; hold and save the United States free from claims for dam- ages resulting from the improvement; and give assurances satisfac- tory to the Secretary of War that they will assume maintenance and operation of the highway bridge to be constructed near Venice. The West Coast Inland Navigation District, a special taxing district created by the Florida State Legislature in 1947 to comply with requirements of local cooperation, adopted a resolution on July 28, 1947, furnishing assurances of compliance. That resolution was ap- proved by the division engineer on September 19, 1947, as satisfactory assurance of compliance. Upon request, the district engineer furnished the West Coast In- land Navigation District maps showing the spoil areas and rights-of- way to be acquired for the sections of the waterway from Tampa Bay to Anclote River and from Caloosahatchee River to Tampa Bay on May 7 and July 15, 1948, respectively. The Navigation District has indicated that it is ready to take immediate action toward pro- curement of lands required for rights-of-way and spoil disposal upon request of the district engineer. On April 13, 1950, the West Coast Inland Navigation District adopted a resolution obligating itself to pay $59,770, representing the estimated excess cost for constructing the Park Boulevard route over that of the original route. That resolution was forwarded to the Chief of Engineers on May 5, 1950. Terminal facilities.-These consist of one phosphate-loading wharf at Port Boca Grande; 1 municipal concrete pier, 1 railway pier, 1 freight wharf, 1 marginal wharf 500 feet long on the terminal island, and 10 privately owned buildings, all at Sarasota; 6 wharves along Boca Ciega Bay; and a number of small, privately owned piers and wharves at various points along the waterway for use of commercial fishing boats and recreational craft. The municipal pier and the RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 599 freight wharf at Sarasota are open to the public. The railway pier :at Sarasota is used mainly for storing Pullman cars. All other piers have highway connections only. The facilities are considered ade- quate for the existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: Hired labor erection of 5-warning signs at Casey's Pass jetties and bulkheads was completed in December 1951 at a cost of $577.86. Hired labor .surveys, and preparation of plans and specifications for repairs to bulkheads and jetties at Caseys Pass cost $1,109.15. The costs and expenditures for the year were $1,687.01. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 3 percent completed. Work has been limited to completion of about 28 percent of the required detail planning. Under previous projects, channels, following in general the alinement of the project waterway, have been dredged and jetties constructed as follows: Work Depth Width Length Dates Feet Feet Miles -Channel from Punta Rasa through Pine 7 100 26 April to October 1903. Island Sound to Charlotte Harbor. CChannel in Little Sarasota Bay from Nokomis 4 50-75 18 1898 to June 1927. 'Channel to Sarasota. in Sarasota Bay from Tampa Bay. Sarasota to 7 100 38 October 1891 to July 1939. Entrance channel from the Gulf of Mexico 8 100 0.67 June to October 1937. at Caseys Pass (Venice Inlet). Two jetties, each 659.4 feet long and with bulk- -------------------- February to July 1937. head extensions at Caseys Pass (maintained under the existing project). CChannel from Tampa Bay to Boca Ciega Bay_. 8 100 1.25 January to July 1920. 'Channel through lower Boca Ciega Bay to 7 100 7.75 August 1911 to March 1912. Blind Pass. 'Channel from Blind Pass to Clearwater Harbor. 5 50 17 November 1910 to April 1915. When last surveyed the controlling depths in midchannel for one- half of former project widths were as follows: From Punta Rasa through Pine Island Sound to Charlotte Harbor, 6 feet in February 1940; Little Sarasota Bay from Nokomis to Sarasota, 3 feet, and thence in Sarasota Bay to Tampa Bay, 7 feet, in November 1945; entrance channel from the Gulf of Mexico at Caseys Pass (Venice Inlet), 7.6 feet in December 1951; channel between Tampa and Boca Ciega Bays, 8 feet, and thence through lower Boca Ciega Bay to Blind Pass, 7.1 feet, in November 1939; and from Blind Pass to Clearwater Harbor, 5 feet in April 1940. The costs and expenditures under the existing project have been $167,364.41 for new work and $35,848.84 for maintenance, a total of $203,213.25 Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $612.99, plus an allotment of $500 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $1,112.99, will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition survey of a short section of the channel in the vicinity .... of Pass-a-Grille, September 1952__--- -------------. $300. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ------------ 812. 99 Total for all work -------------------------- __ - 1, 112. 99 No work is scheduled for the fiscal year 1954. 600 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated- ..... $10,000.00 -$9, 000.00 -- -- - $744. 38 $682,843.83 Cost....------------- 19, 282.63 22, 902. 58 $5, 705. 24 $431.66 .......... 682, 843. 83 Expenditures---------. 18, 725. 20 23, 409. 83 5,571. 28 382. 52 ------------ 682, 843. 83 Maintenance: Appropriated------- _-____-_ 25, 000. 00 -6, 729. 38 ---------- 2, 300.00 487, 211. 15 Cost-...----------------- 17, 688.20 582.42-1,687.01 486,598.16 Expenditures._. - 17,940. 53 330. 09 ----------- 1, 687.01 486,598.16 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project --------------- $5, 428, 000 13. CHARLOTTE HARBOR, FLA. Location.-This harbor is a large bay on the west coast of Florida. The entrance is 68 miles south of the entrance to Tampa Bay and 150 miles north of Key West. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1255.) Previous projects.-Appropriationsfor removing obstructions from Peace River (formerly Peace Creek) were made in 1881, 1882, and 1886. Improvement of Charlotte Harbor and Peace River was au- thorized by act of September 19, 1890. A project for improvement of Pine Island Sound is now included in "Previous projects" for Intra- coastal waterway, Caloosahatchee River to Anclote River, Fla. For further details see page 152, annual report for 1890; page 1828, annual report for 1915; and page 769, annual report for 1945. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 32 feet deep at mean low water and 300 feet wide, increased to 700 feet wide at the bend, from the Gulf of Mexico to Port Boca Grande, just inside the entrance, thence 10 feet deep and 100 feet wide to the municipal terminal at Maud Street, Punta Gorda, with a turning basin 200 feet square at the outer end of the terminal. The length of waterway included in the project is about 4.5 miles from the Gulf of Mexico to Port Boca Grande, and thence about 25 miles to Punta Gorda. The mean tidal range is 1 foot at Port Boca Grande and 1.4 feet at Punta Gorda. The extreme range is about 3 feet at Port Boca Grande and 3.8 feet at Punta Gorda. Strong southwesterly winds raise the water level about 1'.5 feet, and strong northerly and easterly winds lower it about 1 foot. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects and $15,562.78 contributed by local interests, is $439,500. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $29,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: RIVERS AND HARBORS--JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 601 Acts Work authorized Documents July 25,1912 A 24-foot channel 300 feet wide from the Gulf of Mexico H. Doc. 699, 62d Cong., 2d sess. through the Boca Grande entrance. Mar. 3,1925 A depth of 27 feet at the entrance and a width of 500 H. Doc. 113, 66th Cong., 1st sess. feet at the bend. July 3,1930 The 10-foot depth to Punta Gorda and the turning Rivers and Harbors Committee 1 basin at that point. Doc. 1, 70th Cong., 1st sess. Aug. 26,1937 The 30-foot depth at the entrance and the 700-foot Rivers and Harbors Committee width at the bend. Doe. 95, 74th Cong., 2d sess. May 17,1950 Deepening the entrance channel to 32 feet.. .. ----------. H. Doe. 186, 81st Cong., 1st sess.' ' Contains latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Deepeningof the entrance channel to 32 feet (H. Doc. 186, 81st Cong., 1st sess.) is subject to the condition that local interests furnish assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will hold and save the United States free from damages due to construction of the improvement. All prior requirements have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-These consist of a phosphate wharf at Port Boca Grande and a municipal earth-fill pier about 850 feet long, re- tained by steel-sheet piling, at Punta Gorda. Both wharves are open to the public. Railway connections are available at Port Boca Grande, and highway and railway connections are available at Punta Gorda. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. (For further details see Port Series No. 8, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: United States hopper dredge Gerig removed 291,049 cubic yards of material, bin measurement, in restoring project depth, April 6 to 26, 1952, at a cost of $68,819.18. Condition survey cost $120.61. The cost for the year was $68,939.79. The expenditures were $69,698.28. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 44 percent completed. A channel 24 feet deep and 300 feet wide from the Gulf of Mexico to Port Boca Grande was dredged between November 1912 and April 1913; was deepened to 27 feet (500 feet wide at the bend) between August and December 1946; and was fur- ther deepened to 30 feet (700 feet wide at the bend) between August 1.938 and August 1939. The 10-foot channel to Punta Gorda was dredged from February to April 1931. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is dredging to deepen the existing entrance channel to 32 feet. When last surveyed the controlling depths were as follows: Controlling depths Name of channel Project Midchannel Date surveyed length Leftout- :for. half Right out- side quarter project side quarter width Miles Feet Feet Feet Outer Bar Cut ....---------------................ -- 1. 76 27. 5 30. 0 28. 9 April 1952. Elbow ...............--------------------------- .40 28.1 30. 8 32.1 Do. Widener----------............................------------------- .40 31.2 32.1 30. 6 Do. Inner Bar Cut........------...........--------------... 1.40 30.0. 31.2 30. 0 Do. Channel to Punta Gorda.............. 25. 0 ............ 9.5 ----------............ February 1950. 602 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The costs under the existing project have been $193,964.76 for new- work and $744,582.33 for maintenance, a total of $938,547.09. The ex- penditures have been $938,570.76. In addition, $15,562.78 were expended from contributed funds for new work in Boca Grande entrance channel. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended and accounts receivable June 30, 1952, $7,475.39 less a revocation of $3,475.00, a total of $4,000.39 will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Condition survey of the entrance channel to Port Boca Grande, May 1953--------------------- ------ ------- --------- $2, 500. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ----------- 1, 500. 39 Total for all work---------------------------------- 4, 000. 39 The additional sum of $245,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: New work: Dredge to complete the project by deepening the entrance channel to 32 feet, United States hopper dredge Gerig, about 2 months, May-June 1954----------------------------------- $245, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated-----------------------------------------------............ $306,964. 76 ............----------...................... Cost --------...... --------------------------------------------------------- . 1 306, 964. 76 -----------------------............ Expenditures.......-----------.................. ---------- ----------- 306, 964. 76 Maintenance: Appropriated-------------.........-----............ $2,000. 00 $75, 085.37 $2, 448. 54 $76,150.00 752, 057. 72 1, 745. 70 Cost-----------------.................--------............ 75, 428. 13 2,183. 36 68,939. 79 744, 582. 33 Expenditures------.......----.. --------- 1, 845. 70 75, 328. 13 1, 448. 54 69, 698. 28 744, 606. 00 Other new work data : Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project-------------------- $245, 000 1 In addition, $15,562,78 were expended from contributed funds for new work on existing project. 14. TAMPA HARBOR, FLA. Location.--This harbor is a large natural indentation of the Gulf: of Mexico about midway of the western coast of the peninsula of Florida.: The entrance is about 220 miles north of Key West, about 330 miles from Pensacola, 360 miles from Mobile, and 512 miles from New Orleans. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 586, 587, and 1257.) Previoue projects.--Adopted by the following river and harbor acts: For Tampa Bay, acts of June 14, 1880, and August 11, 1888; for Tampa and Hillsboro Bays, acts of June 14, 1880, March 3, 1899, and March 3, 1905; for Hillsboro River, act of June 14, 1880. For further details see pages 1829, 1830, and 1831 of the annual report for 1915, and page 665, annual report for 1938. Existing project.--This provides for: (a) Channels from the Gulf of Mexico through Tampa and Hillsboro Bays and upper Tampa Harbor to the city of Tampa, and through Tampa Bay to Port Tampa City, 36 feet deep and 600 feet wide in Egmont Channel, RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 603 thence 34 feet deep with widths of 500 feet in Mullet Key Cut, 400 feet in Tampa Bay, Hillsboro Bay, Port Tampa, and Sparkman Chan- nels, and 30 feet deep with widths of 500 feet in Ybor Channel and 300 feet in Seddon and Garrison Channels; (b) widening the bend between Sparkman Channel and Cut D of Hillsboro Bay Channel by 250 feet; (c) a turning basin 30 feet deep at the mouth of Hillsboro River (west end of Garrison Channel), involving cutting back the northwest corner of Seddon Island by 150 feet; (d) a turning basin 34 feet deep at the'entrance to Ybor Channel, including widening the bend between Sparkman and Garrison Channels by cutting back the northeast corner of Seddon Island (to about 950 feet from the point of intersection of the edges of the two channels) and cutting off the resulting corners; (e) a turning basin at the entrance to the Port Tampa City terminals, 34 feet deep, 2,000 feet long, and 750 feet wide; (f) maintenance of a channel dredged in Hillsboro River under a previous project, 12 feet deep, 200 feet wide, and 2,400 feet long, from the turning basin at the mouth to a point 100 feet south of the Lafayette Street Bridge, and provision of a channel 9 feet deep and 100 feet wide, thence to a point 2,000 feet upstream from the Columbus Drive (formerly Michigan Avenue) Bridge, with removal of snags, wrecks, and piling, thence to the Florida Avenue Bridge; (g) a channel 30 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the ship channel in Hillsboro Bay to and including the existing turning basin in the Alafia River, to be enlarged to a depth of 30 feet, a width of 700 feet, and a length of 1,200 feet; (A) construction of a breakwater of dredged material at Peter O. Knight Field, Davis Islands, about 2,000 feet long and partially inclosing a landing basin for seaplanes (maintenance to be assumed by local interests). The length of the section included in the existing project is about 64.1 miles, including about 7.7 miles in the Hillsboro River and about 3.6 miles in the Alafia River Channel. The plane of reference is mean low water. The mean range of tide is 1.3 feet at the lower end of the bay, 1.6 feet at Port Tampa City, and 1.8 feet at Tampa. The extreme range is about 3.8 feet at the lower end of the bay and 4.8 feet at Tampa. Strong southwesterly winds raise the water level about 1.5 feet. Strong northerly winds, which usually occur in winter, lower the water level about 2 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $20,993,700, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance, exclusive of the breakwater at Peter O. Knight Field, is $172,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents and reports TAMPA BAY Mar. 3,1899 For a channel 27 feet deep from the Gulf of Mexico to H. Doc. 52, 55th Cong., 3d sess. Port Tampa City, 500 feet wide across the bar and (also printed in Annual Report 300 feet wide in the bay. 1899, p. 1640). Channel dimen- sions specified in act. Mar. 8, 1905 For a channel depth of 26 feet with sufficient width from the Gulf of Mexico to Port Tampa City. Specified in act. 604 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Acts Work authorized Documents and reports -- I I TAMPA AND HILLSBORO BAYS June 25,1910 For a depth of 24 feet in Hillsboro Bay-.............. H. Doc. 634, 61st Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 8,1917 For a 27-foot depth from Gulf of Mexico up to and in H. Doc. 1345, 64th Cong., 1st sess. the several channels of Hillsboro Bay, the widths to be 500 feet on the bar, 300 feet in Tampa Bay, Ybor and Garrison Channels, and 200 feet in Hills- boro Bay, Sparkman and Seddon Channels, with turning basins at the mouth of Hillsboro River and at Ybor Estuary. HILLSBORO RIVER Mar. 3,1899 For a 12-foot channel to within 100 feet of the Lafay- H. Doc. 545, 55th Cong., 21 seass., ette St. highway bridge (maintenance only; new and Annual Report for 1898, pp. work completed under a previous project under 1357-1360. the title "Improving Hillsboro Bay, Fla."). TAMPA HARBOR Sept. 22,1922 Consolidation of the above projects to form a single Specified in act. project for Tampa Harbor. July 3,1930 Increasing the depth of Egmont Channel to 29 feet H. Doe. 100, 70th Cong., 1st sess. and the width of Sparkman Channel to 300 feet. Aug. 30, 19351 For a depth of 32 feet and a width of 600 feet on Eg- S. Doc. 22, 72d Cong., 1st sess. mont Bar, a depth of 30 feet and a width of 400 feet in Mullet Key Cut, and a depth of 30 feet and a width of 300 feet in all other project channels in Tampa Harbor (except in Hillsboro River and in the channel leading to Alafia River); and for a turning basin 2,000 feet long and 550 feet in maxi- mum width at the entrance to the Port Tampa City terminals. June 20,1938 For widening the bend between Sparkman Chan- S. Doc. 164, 75th Cong., 3d sess. nel and Cut D of Hillsboro Bay Channel by 250 feet; widening Ybor Channel to 400 feet; and ex- tending the turning basin at the west end of Garri- son Channel (mouth of Hillsboro River) easterly for 300 feet. Do....---- For construction of a breakwater at Peter O. Knight Senate Committee 5 Print, 76th Field, Davis Islands, its maintenance to be as- Cong., 1st sess. sumed by local interests. Mar. 2,1945 For widening Sparkman Channel to 400 feet and S. Doc. 183, 78th Cong., 2d sess. Ybor Channel to 500 feet; widening the bend be- tween Sparkman and Garrison Channels an addi- tional 250 feet to extend the turning basin westerly; and widening the bend between Seddon and Gar- rison Channels by 150 feet (in lieu of 300 feetpre- viously,authorized)- to extend the 'turning basin easterly. Do...... For a channel 9 feet deep and 100 feet wide in the H. Doc. 119, 77th Cong., 1st sess.' Hillsboro River for about 2.4 miles above the upper end of the existing 12-foot channel, and for the removal of obstructions thence to the Florida Ave. Bridge. Do....... For a channel 25 feet deep and 150 feet wide from the S. Doc. 16, 77th Cong., 1st sess. Hillsboro Bay Channel to and including a turn- ing basin in the Alafia River. (Revoked by act of May 17, 1950.) May 17,1950 For deepening Egmont Channel to 36 feet; enlarging H. Doe. 258, 81st Cong., 1st sess.' Mullet Key Cut, Tampa Bay Channel, Hillsboro Bay Channel, Port Tampa Channel, and Port Tampa turning basin to present project dimen- sions; deepening Sparkman Channel and Ybor turning basin to 34 feet; a channel 30 feetepp and 20(10fettl8-' d rmdt Hillsboro Bay Channel to and including a turning basin in Alafia River, 700 feet wide and 1,200 feet long (in lieu of the improve- ment previously authorized); .and substantial widening at entrances, bends, and turns. 1Included in Public Works Administration program, Sept. 6, 1933. 4 Contains the latest published maps. Recommended modification of project.-Under date of March 9, 1950, the Chief of Engineers recommended modification of the exist- ing project to provide for removal of snags, wrecks, piling, and similar obstructions from the channel of Hillsboro River between the upstream end of the existing project at the Florida Avenue Bridge RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 605 and the city waterworks dam, at an estimated cost to the United States of $14,400 (1949) for new work with no increase in the annual cost of maintenance in addition to that now required, subject to certain conditions of local cooperation (H. Doc. 567, 81st Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act of June 20, 1938 (S. Doc. 164, 75th Cong., 3d sess.), authorized widening the bend between Sparkman Channel and Cut D of Hillsboro Bay Channel by 250 feet, widening Ybor Channel from 300 to 400 feet, and extend- ing the turning basin at the west end of Garrison Channel easterly for 300 feet, subject to the conditions that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, necessary rights-of-way and suitable spoil-disposal areas for new work and for subsequent maintenance as required, and move and reconstruct all bulkheads, wharves, buildings, roads, railroad tracks, and all other structures as may be necessary. The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, authorized the further widening of Ybor Channel to 500 feet, widening Sparkman Channel to 400 feet, widening the bend between Garrison and Sparkman Channels, and reducing the widening between Seddon and Garrison Channels from 300 to 150 feet (S. Doc. 183, 78th Cong., 2d sess.), subject to the conditions that the city of Tampa agree to commence and complete promptly the construction of the belt-line railroad and the paving of streets on the north and east sides of Ybor Channel (first required by River and Harbor Act of August 8, 1917, and complied with as regards the west side of the channel) when necessary in the judgment of the Secretary of War; and provided further, that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands required for the provision of the improvements and for the disposal of dredged material during construction, and for subsequent maintenance as and when required, and construct such bulkheads and retaining walls, and strengthen or move adjacent structures, as may be required to safeguard both the channels and the adjacent lands and structures, all in a manner satisfactory to and approved by the Chief of Engineers and the Secretary of War, and agree to hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. In 1945 the Florida Legislature adopted a bill creating the Hills- borough County Port Authority as the governing body and authority of the area defined in the act as Hillsborough County Port District, comprising approximately the northwest quarter and part of the southwest quarter of Hillsborough County. It includes all channel and terminal areas of Tampa and Port Tampa, but excludes the Alafia River and the relatively undeveloped area east of the upper harbor. On September 9, 1949, the Hillsborough County Port Authority adopted a resolution agreeing to comply with all conditions imposed in Senate Document 164, Seventy-fifth Congress, third session. On October 11, 1949, the port authority adopted a resolution agreeing to, and assuming full responsibility for compliance with, the require- ments as set forth in Senate Document 183, Seventy-eighth Congress, second session, except any requirement to extend the trackage of the municipal belt-line railroad (extension not now required in accord- ance with the provisions of the River and Harbor Act of May 17, 1950), but specifically including the obligation in respect to the portion 245554-53--vol. 1i 39 606 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 thereof already completed. The Chief of Engineers accepted those resolutions on November 21 and December 28, 1949, respectively, as satisfactory assurance of compliance. The port authority has fur- nished, or caused to be furnished, all lands, easements, rights of way, and spoil-disposal areas required for new work provided for in those documents. All streets on the west side of Ybor Channel have been paved, and the through streets on the north and east sides have been paved. In addition, the port authority has furnished evidence satis- factory to the district engineer that the United States will be held harmless in the event of sloughing of banks as a result of dredging. The width of Ybor Channel has been restricted to a minimum of 480 feet at some localities to make unnecessary the construction of bulk- heads and retaining walls and the strengthening or moving of structures. The River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, authorized certain improvements in Hillsboro River (H. Doc. 119, 77th Cong., 1st sess.) subject to the conditions that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and suitable spoil-disposal areas for initial work and subsequent mainte- nance when and as required; agree to make at their expense necessary alterations to structures crossing the river; and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the im- provement. The Hillsborough County Port Authority has indicated that it will comply with these requirements when it becomes evident that funds will be made available. The work authorized by the River and Harbor Act approved May 17, 1950, is subject to the conditions that for new work responsible local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will: (a) provide without cost to the United States all lands, easements, rights-of-way, and spoil-disposal areas neces- sary for construction and subsequent maintenance of the project, when and as required; (b) hold and save the United States free from dam- age due to the construction and subsequent maintenance of the works; (c) construct such bulkheads and retaining works, and strengthen or move adjacent structures as may be required, prior to dredging, to safeguard the channels, basins, and adjacent lands and structures, in accordance with plans approved by the Chief of Engineers; (d) pro- vide, prior to or concurrently with the Federal improvement, addi- tional or enlarged slips and berthing space with necessary terminal facilities at Port Tampa City in accordance with plans approved by the Chief of Engineers; (e) open existing terminal facilities in Alafia River to all at the same rates and charges that apply to other Tampa Harbor terminals and expand those facilities as and when required to meet the needs of commerce; and (f) open the terminal facilities at Tampa Harbor to all on equal terms. The project document fur- ther provides: (1) that the existing conditions of local cooperation whereby approval of wharfage charges by the Secretary of War is required (River and Harbor Act of August 8, 1917), be revoked; (2) that the requirements pertaining to the municipal belt-line rail- road imposed by the River and Harbor Act of August 8, 1917 (H. Doc. 1345, 64th Cong., 1st sess.) and by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945 (S. Doc. 183, 78th Cong., 2d sess.) be modified so as RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 607 to require no further extension of trackage with the understanding that the city's obligation with respect to the completed portion shall remain in force until relieved by the Chief of Engineers. All other and prior requirements have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are 57 piers and wharves at Tampa, including 14 on Hillsboro River at Tampa, 28 other piers within the Tampa City limits, 1 at East Tampa, 13 on the slip at Port Tampa City, and 1 on Old Tampa Bay at Rattlesnake, Fla. Those on Hillsboro River are suitable for small vessels drawing up to 11 feet; all others are used by deep-draft vessels. The municipal terminals are on Ybor Channel and consist of a slip 778 feet long, 250 feet wide, with a wharf on either side, one of which has a steel-frame transit shed. The city of Tampa also owns a shore wharf on Hillsboro River and another on Garrison Channel. Forty-eight of the facilities, in- cluding the municipal slip, have railway connections, and all have highway connections. The municipal terminals, 1 city wharf, and 10 private terminals are open to the public. The piers and wharves on the various channels are used principally as follows: 39 for general cargo and private commodities, 10 for mooring or berthing vessels at shipyards, and 3 for various industrial purposes; 5 are not in use. The facilities are considered adequate for the existing commerce ex- cept at Port Tampa City. (See Port Series No. 17, revised 1947, Corps of Engineers.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: United States hopper dredge Gerig removed 878,275 cubic yards of material, bin measurement, from upper harbor channels, December 26, 1951, to April 3, 1952, at a cost of $202,967.43. Periodic condition survey of the upper harbor channels cost $495.08. The cost for the year was $203,462.51. The expenditures were $204,866.17. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was about 49 percent completed. Dredging was begun in August 1899 to provide a channel 24 feet deep and of sufficient width from the Gulf of Mexico to Port Tampa City, and in November 1910 to provide a channel of the same depth in Hillsboro Bay to Tampa. Dredging has been coi- tinued intermittently to secure greater depths and widths as author- ized from time to time. Egmont Channel, 29 feet deep and 500 feet wide was completed in July 1931, and channels 30 feet deep, 400 feet wide at Mullet Key Cut and Tampa Bay Channel Cut A, 300 feet wide thence to and including the Port Tampa Channel, Hillsboro Bay Channel, Seddon Channel, Sparkman Channel, Ybor Channel, and 275 feet wide in Garrison Channel were completed in June 1936. Egmont Relocation Channel, to replace the old channel alinement on Egmont Bar, was dredged 32 feet deep and 600 feet wide from Feb- ruary 1938 to May 1939. Sparkman Channel was widened to a total width of 400 feet and the bends between Sparkman Channel and Cut D of Hillsboro Bay Channel were widened to project dimensions between July 1947 and May 1949. A turning basin 2,750 feet long and 550 feet wide was dredged at the entrance to the Port Tampa City terminals between November 1933 and December 1935. The turning basin at the entrance to Ybor Channel was completed in July 1947, and that at the west end of Garrison Channel (mouth of 608 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Hillsboro River), in May 1949. Ybor Channel was widened to a total width of 500 feet between April and June 1950. A channel 12 feet deep and 200 feet wide in Hillsboro River from the mouth to within 100 feet of the Lafayette Street Bridge was dredged between December 1899 and about June 1905 under a previ- ous project, and has been maintained under the existing project. The breakwater of dredged material at Peter O. Knight municipal airport was constructed from August 1940 to January 1941, and the City of Tampa has formally assumed responsibility for its care, pres- ervation, and maintenance. When last surveyed the controlling depths were as follows: Dredged Minimum depth dimensions Date Section Left Cforhalf Right Width Depth outside otsi dredged outside quarter .width quarter Feet Feet Feet Feet Feet December 1950 ....- Egmont Relocation Channel-......... 600 32 31. 1 33.0 32.0 October 1949_...... Mullet Key Cut ..................... 400 30 30. 9 31. 4 30. 0 January 1948...-------- Tampa Bay Channel: Cut A ... . . ..--------- -------- 400 30 30. 0 30.0 31.0 Cuts B to F ........ __........ 300 30 30.5 30.0 31.0 June 1950 ...------- - P ort T ampa Channel ... ._ ..... ..... 300 30 20.5 24.7 26.0 January 1948__- .----- Port Tampa turning basin ........... 550 30 24.2 30.0 27.6 Hillsboro Bay Channel: Do ..----....--------- Cut A ---.--.....---- ..-- 300 30 30.0 30.0 30.0 April 1952 ....... ---...--. Cut C ......---- 300 30 32.7 30. 30.0 D o --------------- C ut D ..... ................... 300 30 31.3 30. 30. 0 Upper harbor: Do Do__------------ Seddon Channel___ _________ 300 30 27.8 26.2 26.2 Do ....-....... Sparkman Channel_ 400 30 28. 8 28.8 29. 5 Do---- --- -_-- Garrison Channel (west to east)___ 1275 30 26.8 24.8 25. 2 June 1951_ ........ Ybor Channel .... ___ ....... -_-_ 2480 30 28. 2 29.0 30.3 April 1946 -__-__ .___. Alafia River Channel 3 ___________ 150 23 14.7 17.0 11.0 Hillsboro River: March 1944 -.. _... Mouth to Lafayette Street Bridge__ 200 12 9.0 10.9 9.0 1939 .---------- Thence to a point 2,000 feet upstream --- S100 49 - 4.1 -- from Columbus Drive Bridge 1 Project width 300 feet. 2Project width 500 feet. 3 As dredged by local interests; project depth is 30 feet, and width 200 feet. SProject dimensions; no work has been done by the United States. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is as follows: Dredge a channel 9 feet deep and 100 feet wide in Hillsboro River for about 2.4 miles above the upper end of the existing 12-foot channel, and thence remove obstructions to the Florida Avenue Bridge; 'and the improvements authorized by act of May 17, 1950 (H. Doc. 258, 81st Cong., 1st sess.). The costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, have been as follows: Costs Funds Expenditures New work Maintenance Total Regular -------------------------- ...... $7, 391, 413. 41 $2, 722, 572. 18 $10, 113, 985. 59 $10,114,024.97 Public works..................... 1,329, 300. 47 .......------------ 1, 329, 300. 47 1,329, 300. 47 Emergency relief--....................----------------.. 1, 463, 000. 00-- _----_ 1, 4 3, 000.00 1, 463, 000.00 -- ------------- Total............................ 10, 183, 713.88 2, 722, 572. 18 12, 906, 286.06 12, 906, 325. 44 RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 609 Proposed operations. The balance unexpended and accounts re- ceivable June 30, 1952, $782.86, plus an allotment of $185,100 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $185,882.86, will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Dredge to remove the most obstructive shoaling in 30-foot-depth channels of Tampa Harbor, United States hopper dredge Gerig, about 11/2 months, April-May 1953--------------- $174,000.00 Condition surveys of the project channels, January 1953 2,100. 00 ------ Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) --------- 9, 782. 86 Total for all work-_ ------------------------------- 85, 882. 86 The additional sum of $987,450 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: New work: Begin dredging by continuing contract, a channel 30 feet deep and 200 feet wide from the ship channel in Hillsboro Bay to and including a turning basin, 700 by 1,200 feet in Alafia River, March-June 1954--..----------- ------------------- $800, 000 Maintenance: Dredge to remove critical shoaling in 30-foot channel of Tampa Harbor with United States hopper dredge Gerig, 2 months, March-April 1954-------------- $174, 000 Condition survey of the project channels, December 1953--------------------------------------- 2, 500 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies)_ 10, 950 187, 450 Total for all work ---------------------------------- 987, 450 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated __-.. -- . -$30,000.00 $600, 000.00 $414, 986. 80 -$25,605.38 ............ $11,036, 764. 34 Cost-__________-_ 305, 306. 14 585, 342. 66 333, 668. 05 72, 248. 51 ............ 11, 036, 764. 34 Expenditures-...... 316, 081.82 603, 765. 26 164, 878. 83 -- 224, 502. 59 ......-----...... 11, 036, 764. 34 Maintenance: Appropriated- ........ 150, 000. 00 -55, 000. 00 65, 300. 00 257, 059. 75 $202, 800.00 2, 740, 462. 28 Cost---------------.... 92, 271. 76 4, 265. 05 62, 490. 15 260, 133. 67 203, 462. 51 2, 739, 679. 42 Expenditures-........ 87, 274. 34 9, 523. 56 61, 466. 13 259, 438. 15 204, 866. 17 2, 739, 718. 80 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project--------------- $10,810,000 15. WITHLACOOCHEE RIVER, FLA. Location.-This river rises in the central part of the peninsula of Florida and flows generally northwesterly and westerly, emptying into the Gulf of Mexico about 20 miles southeast of Cedar Key, Fla., and 95 miles north of the entrance to Tampa Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1259.) Previous projects.-A project for the improvement of the entrance was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 13, 1902. For further details see page 1832 of the annual report for 1915, and page 523 of annual report for 1934. Existing project.-This provides for securing and maintaining a channel 10 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet wide from the Gulf of Mexico to Port Inglis, just within the river entrance, by 610 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 dredging and rock excavation; maintaining the channel between the river mouth and Inglis (steam-electric plant) 10 feet deep and gen- erally 70 feet wide; and removing snags, overhanging trees, and loose rock, and cutting through shoals in the upper river, to make a draft of 2 feet available for about half the year as far as Croom (formerly Pembertons Ferry), 85 miles above the mouth. The Second Deficiency Appropriation Act, 1944, approved June 28, 1944, author- ized the use of appropriations for rivers and harbors for the improve- ment, in the interests of national defense and subject to the approval of the Chief of Engineers, of the channel between the mouth of the river and Inglis. The authorized work comprises the provision of a practical channel 10 feet deep at mean low water and 70 feet wide, with easing of bends, from Port Inglis to the steam-electric plant at Inglis, by dredging and rock excavation. The lengths of the sections included in the project are 4.1 miles from the Gulf to Port Inglis, thence 6.4 miles to the steam-electric plant at Inglis, and thence about 78.6 miles to Croom. The mean tidal range at the mouth is 2.8 feet and the spring range about 3.5 feet. The effect of the tide is per- ceptible for about 11 miles above the mouth. Strong southwesterly winds raise the water level at the mouth about 1 foot, and strong northerly winds, which usually occur during the winter, lower the water level about 1.5 feet. Freshets raise the water level in the upper river from 4 to 6 feet and at the mouth about 1 foot. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $663,900, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects, but including $299,859.38 for the improvement of the channel between the mouth and Inglis. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $5,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1881 Improving river from mouth to Hays Ferry, 79 miles. Annual Report, 1880, pp. 1110-1119. Aug. 5, 18861 Extending improvement to Croom (Pembertons Annual Report, 1885, pp. 1277-1278. Ferry), 6 miles above Hays Ferry. Mar. 2,1907 A depth of 10 feet below mean low water from the H. Doc. 483, 59th Cong., 2d sess. Gulf to Port Inglis. June 28, 19442 Use of appropriations for rivers and harbors for im- Specified in act. proving the channel between the mouth and Inglis. July 24,1946 Maintaining the channel 10 feet deep and generally H. Doc. 293, 79th Cong., 1st sess. 70 feet wide between the river mouth and Inglis. (Contains latest published maps.) 1 Modified in accordance with recommendations in Annual Report for 1885. (See also Annual Report for 1887, p. 1248.) 2Second Deficiency Appropriation Act, 1944. Local cooperation.-The River and Harbor Act approved July 24, 1946, imposed the condition that local interests agree to furnish, free of cost to the United States, all rights-of-way and spoil-disposal areas necessary for the maintenance work when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from damages due to the maintenance work. Terminal facilities.--These consist of one small timber dock at Inglis, with shore facilities for fuel-oil storage; one dock at Yankee- town, with shore facilities for gasoline storage; two small docks for RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 611 handling fish-one each at Yankeetown and Inglis; one small dock at Panasoffkee, open to public use; and several privately owned docks along the river. The facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Periodiccondition sur- veys cost $3,876.81 for maintenance; the expenditures were $3,632.14. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project as a whole was about 88 percent completed. The entrance channel was about 85 percent completed. A channel 10 feet deep and 85 feet wide from the 10-foot contour in the Gulf of Mexico to Port Inglis was dredged between April 1908 and November 1914. A practical channel 10 feet deep and 70 feet wide, with easing of five sharp bends, from the mouth of the river to the steam-electric plant at Inglis was provided by dredging and rock excavation between June 1945 and March 1946. Removal of snags, overhanging trees, sunken logs, loose rock and boulders, and some rock ledges from the river between its mouth and Croom was begun in March 1882 and was practically completed in 1892, thereby enabling light-draft boats to ascend the river to Croom, except ,at low-water stages. Under permit granted by the Secretary of War on April 16, 1904, a power dam and a lock 134 feet by 36 feet, now owned and operated by the Florida Power Corp., were built about 11.4 miles above the mouth of the river. The dam creates a pool ex- tending nearly to Dunnellon, 24.5 miles above the mouth. The lock, which had been inoperative since installation of the gates in 1916 except for about 7 months during 1926, was restored to operating con- dition in January 1942. When last surveyed, controlling depths were as follows: Gulf of Mexico to the power plant at Inglis, 10 feet in May 1952; Inglis to Dunnellon, 4 feet in May 1940; and thence to head of navigation at Croom, about 2 feet during half the year with 1 foot during low stages. The depths are referred to mean low water. Gulf datum, between the entrance and the dam, and to local low-water stage of the river above that point. The river from the Florida Power Corp. dam, including Rainbow Run, to Stokes Ferry was in poor condition, and from Stokes Ferry to Croom, the river was in fair condition due to fewer fallen trees. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is the 15- foot widening of the entrance channel to Port Inglis. The costs under the existing project to June 30, 1952, have been $584,911.60 for new work and $179,324.54 for maintenance, a total of $764,236.14. The expenditures have been $764,034.14. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $47.57, plus an allotment of $2,900 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $2,947.57, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952---------------------------------- $202. 00 Maintenance: Condition survey of the 10-foot entrance channel from the Gulf of Mexico to Inglis, April 1953------------$2, 100. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies)_ 645. 57 2, 745. 57 Total for all work------------------------------------- 2,947. 57 612 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The additional sum of $25,780 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Dredge, by contract, to remove shoaling to restore project depth in the 10-foot-depth entrance channel from the Gulf of Mexico to Inglis- ------------------------------------------- $25, 000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ------------ 780 Total for all work ----------------------------------------- 25, 780 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--.......------------ .....------------.............. ------------------------ $614, 911. 60 Cost .----------- ------------ ...... ------------ ----------- -----............----..... 614, 911. 60 Expenditures----........----------------- -------- -.------------ ------------ 614, 911. 60 Maintenance: Appropriated ....... $25, 000. 00 $7, 000. 00 $45, 028. 79 -$7,189. 73 $3, 679. 71 179, 170. 11 Cost - - - 2, 085. 44 28,148. 06 13, 644. 02 26, 123. 58 3, 876. 81 179, 324. 54 Expenditures .. __-- 2, 218. 64 28, 064. 86 641. 47 39, 118. 80 3, 632. 14 179,122. 54 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project --------------------- $79, 000 16. ARECIBO HARBOR, P. R. Location.-The harbor is on the north shore of Puerto Rico about 40 miles west of San Juan Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 903.) Previous projects.-A previous project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act approved August 30, 1935, subject to certain con- ditions of local cooperation. Local interests were unable to comply with those conditions, and further, the type of deep-water terminal proposed was objectionable to navigation interests. As a result no work was done, and no expenditures were made under the project. For further details see pages 1619 and 1620 of annual report for 1936. Existing project.-This provides for construction of a stone break- water 1,200 feet long extending from Point Morrillos to Cocinera Rock; dredging an entrance channel 25 feet deep at mean low water and 400 feet wide, flared to 650 feet wide at the ocean entrance and widened for the inner 650 feet of its length to form a maneuvering area of the same depth and 900 feet wide, fronting the proposed deep- water terminal. The mean tidal range is 1.1 feet; the extreme varies between about 1 foot below and about 2.8 feet above mean low water. The actual cost of new work was $1,128,074.86, excluding $288,000 contributed by local interests. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $20,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 26,1937. (See Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 43, 75th Cong., 1st sess.) Local cooperation.-A deep-water terminal constructed by local in- terests in accordance with plans and specifications approved by the Secretary of the Army as required by Rivers and Harbors Committee RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 613 Document No. 43, Seventy-fifth Congress, first session, was completed in May 1952. Terminal facilities.-The only facility is the deep-water terminal constructed by local interests as a required feature of local coopera- tion; it provides 550 feet of berthing area fronting the northerly project limit. As the production of the tributary area has increased approximately 265 percent during the past 12 years, the existing terminal facilities are not considered adequate for present commerce. However, local interests propose to resort to lighterage for unloading and loading ships at anchor until additional berthing space is made available. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: Repair and reconstruction of damaged and deficient rock sections of break- water by contract was begun November 26, 1951, and was 94 percent completed at the end of the fiscal year. Placement of 8,260.49 tons of granite stones cost $80,168.64. Hired-labor condition survey cost $1,886.57. The cost for the year was $82,055.21 for maintenance. The expenditures were $29,654.07. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1944. The controlling mean-low-water depths were as follows: Controlling depths Name of channel Length Date Left out- Left inside Rightin- Right out- surveyed side quarter quarter side quarter side quarter Miles Feet Feet Feet Feet Ocean entrance channel .__ _ 0. 04 26. 1 25. 1 24. 9 24. 0 April 1952. Entrance channel . 17 23. 4 23. 4 22. 2 19. 8 Do. Terminal channel_ .. ... . . 13 21. 0 18. 1 1 2 to 18 2 2 to 8 Do. 1 Partially dredged. 2 Not dredged. The costs under the existing project to the end of the fiscal year have been $1,128,074.86 for new work and $84,485.23 for maintenance, a total of $1,212,560.09. The expenditures have been $1,160,158.95. In addition, $288,000 were expended from contributed funds for new work. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $80,845.93, less a revocation of $5,000, a total of $75,845.93 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952__--------------------_ ------------ $52, 401. 14 Maintenance: Complete, by existing contract, repairs to the rubble- mound breakwater, July 1 to 15, 1952 _ $23, 240. 00 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contin- gencies) --------------------------------- 204. 79 23, 444. 79 Total for all work ----------------------------------- 75, 845. 93 No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. 614 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--...........--------.........-----------............---...............---....--------------------------............ $1,128 074.86 Cost-------------- .............------------...------------------------............----------- ..........----------- 11,128, 074. 86 Expenditures ..........----------.....-------- ..------------------------..........-----------..... 1, 128, 074. 86 Maintenance: Appropriated--_-........-- $11, 900 $2, 647. 20 -$16,042.32 ........... ---------- $110, 500. 00 112, 930. 02 Cost--------......-- --..................----------.....-------------------................... ------------ 82,055. 21 84, 485. 23 Expenditures-------------------- ----------------------............----------..... 29, 654. 07 32, 084. 09 1 In addition, $288,000 were expended for new work from contributed funds. 17. SAN JUAN HARBOR, P. R. Location.-The harbor is on the north coast of Puerto Rico, about 30 miles west of Cape San Juan and 1,150 miles southeast of Jackson- ville, Fla. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 908 and 920 and U. S. Navy Hydrographic Office Chart No. 1411.) Previous projects.-Before the American occupation, about $647,000 had been expended under the Spanish administration. The original project by the United States was authorized by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1907. For further details see page 2007 of annual report of 1915, page 1718 of annual report for 1916, and page 1939 of annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for an entrance channel 800 feet wide and 38 feet deep at mean low water across the outer bar, a dis- tance of about 1,700 feet, to the bend in the channel; thence, 1,200 feet wide and 30 feet deep at mean low water, narrowing to 1,000 feet wide at the inner harbor, about 4,000 feet distant from the bend; dredging the inner harbor to the same depth over about 329 acres, and extending this depth easterly into the San Antonio Channel for about 3,400 feet with a width of about 1,100 feet at its mouth, narrowing to 600 feet at 1,200 feet from the mouth, and increasing to 800 feet at the easterly end; removal to a depth of 8 feet at mean low water of Anegado, Largo, and Capitanejo Shoals; construction of a channel about 6,000 feet long and 400 feet wide, 30 feet deep at mean low water, from the existing anchorage to and including a turning basin of the same depth, 1,000 feet wide and 2,200 feet long, in front of the graving dock in the southeast arm of the harbor; and maintenance of a channel about 6,000 feet long and 300 feet wide, 30 feet deep at mean low water, from the graving-dock channel to and including a turning basin with an average width of 1,000 feet and a length of about 1,700 feet, in front of the Army terminal in Pueblo Viejo Bay. The mean tidal range is 1.1 feet; tide heights vary from about 1 foot below to about 2.8 feet above mean low water. The estimated cost of new work, revised June 1952 is $3,739,000 ex- clusive of amounts expended under previous projects and $100,000 contributed by local interests. The existing project includes the en- trance channel and turning basin to the Army terminal which cost $1,543,711.84; this expenditure was made from military appropriations and is not included in the estimate hereinbefore stated. The latest RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 615 approved estimate (1952) for annual cost of maintenance of the exist- ing project, including the Army terminal channel and turning basin, is $200,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Aug. 8,1917 Anchorage area (203 acres) and San Antonio Channel H. Doc. 865, 63d Cong., 2d sess. to depth of 30 feet. Sept. 22, 1922 Substituted for an area of 68 acres to depth of 30 feet H. Rept. 775, 67th Cong., 2d sess. along easterly and southerly sides of anchorage basin, an area of 25 acres of the same depth extend- ing easterly from eastern end of San Antonio pro- ject channel. July 3,1930 Modified the conditions of local cooperation....---------... H. Doc. 45, 71st Cong., 2d sess. Aug. 30,1935 Entrance channel across the outer bar to 38 feet deep River and Harbor Committee and 800 feet wide, Anegado Reach Channel 30 feet Doc. 38, 74th Cong., 1st sess. deep and 700 feet wide, and increasing anchorage area to 239 acres and a depth of 30 feet. Aug. 26,1937 Widening of the Anegado Reach and increasing an- River and Harbor Committee Doc. chorage area to 329 acres. 42, 75th Cong., 1st sess. Oct. 17, 1940 Removal to a depth of 8 feet of Anegado, Largo, and H. Doc. 334, 76th Cong., 1st sess. Capitanejo Shoals, and construction of a channel (Contains latest published map.) 400 feet wide, 30 feet deep, from existing anchorage to and including turning basin of same depth, 1,000 feet wide, 2,200 feet long, in front of the graving dock. Mar. 2, 1945 Maintenance of existing entrance channel and turn- Public Law 14, 79th Cong., 1st sess. ing basin to Army terminal. Local cooperation.-Local cooperation required by the River and Harbor Act of October 17, 1940, was approved by the Chief of En- gineers on January 23, 1941. Local interests are required to furnish suitable bulkheaded disposal areas for subsequent maintenance as it becomes necessary. All prior requirements have been fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-There are 23 piers and bulkhead wharves capable of docking deep-draft vessels; 16 on the north shore, 3 front- ing the graving-dock turning basin, and 4 at the Army terminal turn- ing basin, with an aggregate berthing length of about 21,000 feet. Ten are publicly owned, 10 are United States Government property, and 3 are owned by the Government of Puerto Rico. Thirteen are open to general public use on equal terms; 21 are equipped with mechanical transfer facilities; 14 have direct connection with the rail- road system. These facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: United States hopper dredge Hyde worked intermittently in August, Sep- tember, and October 1952, removed 38,270 cubic yards of material, bin measurement, from shoals in Army terminal channel and turning basin at a cost of $14,408.28. Hired labor condition survey cost $800.77. The cost for the year was $15,209.05 for maintenance. The expenditures were $12,986.53. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1942, except for 16,000 cubic yards of rock remaining in the en- trance channel that were not removed by the contractor, the contract having been terminated by supplemental agreement. The controlling depths are as follows: Entrance channel, as of Sep- tember 1949, 37 feet for a width of 400 feet along the center of the 616 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 channel to the bend; thence 30 feet for a width decreasing from 500 feet to 350 feet along the center of the channel from the bend to the maneuvering area; 29 feet in the maneuvering area; 29 feet in the anchorage area; 29 feet in San Antonio Channel; 29 feet in the grav- ing-dock channel and turning basin; and 30 feet in the Army terminal channel and turning basin in June 1951. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, have been as follows: Costs and expenditures Funds New work Maintenance Total Regular--- ----------------------------------- $3, 155, 918. 58 $1, 114, 000. 48 $4, 269,919. 06 Public works .....------------------------------------ 427, 068. 34 24, 737. 18 451, 805. 52 Total United States-....------------------------- 3, 582, 986. 92 1, 138, 737. 66 4, 721, 724. 58 Contributed....------------------------- ------------ 100, 000. 00 ----- 100, 000. 00 Total ................... 3, 682, 986. 92 ...............--------------------------------- 1,138, 737. 66 4, 821, 724. 58 Propooe operations.-No funds are available, and no work is scheduled for fiscal year 1953. The sum of $157,650 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Dredge, by contract, or by the United States hopper dredge Lytman, to restore project depth of 30 feet in Army terminal channel, and other channels if necessary___________________________ $150, 000 Condition survey of the project channels, July 1953------------- 5,000 Miscellaneous inspections and reports (contingencies) ----------- 2, 650 Total for all work----- -------------------------------- 157, 650 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated ........----..........------------............---------------........................------------............ $4, 330,671.20 Cost---.....------ --------------- ------------ ------------ --------------- --------- 4, 330, 671. 20 Expenditures------._ -.----.--- -----.-- ----------------- ------------------ 14, 330, 671. 20 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $37, 000.00 $19, 000.00 $23, 000.00 $169, 714.71 $7, 917. 74 1, 183, 468. 52 Cost------------------ 29, 188.37 28, 458. 37 25, 426.06 162, 423. 40 15, 209. 05 1,183, 438. 52 Expenditures---------......... 28, 574. 04 29, 072. 70 25, 426.06 164, 645. 92 12, 986.53 1, 183, 468. 52 Other new work data : Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project---------------------$156, 000 1In addition, $100,000 were expended from contributed funds. 18. MAYAGUEZ HARBOR, P. R. Location.-The harbor is on the west coast of Puerto Rico, about 110 miles by water from San Juan Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 920 and 931.) Existing project.-This provides for an approach channel to the deep-water terminal, 30 feet deep, 1,000 feet wide at the outer end, RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 617 decreasing uniformly in width to 500 feet opposite the westerly end of the terminal, thence continuing with the same width to the inshore end of the terminal. The mean tidal range is 1.1 feet. The actual cost of new work was $168,186.69. The latest estimate of annual cost of maintenance, approved in 1952, is $20,000. The project was authorized lby the Public Works Administration on September 6, 1933, and adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935 (H. Doc. 215, 72d Cong., 1st sess., and Rivers and Harbors Committee Doc. 1, 73d Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published map is in the former document. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Terminal facilities.-The terminals consist of two piers, used by lighters, located on shoal water in the east-central section of the harbor; and a modern deep-water terminal in the northeast section of the harbor, consisting of a bulkhead wharf about 1,270 feet long with a storage shed 800 feet long and 60 feet wide immediately shoreward thereof. The facilities appear adequate for the normal needs of commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Maintenance: Pro rata share of demobilizing United States hopper dredge Hyde to the United States cost $9,233.85. The expenditures were $7,660.05. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was completed in 1934. Controlling depth was 30 feet in the approach channefland marnm- vering area, except for an isolated shoal in the southeasterly corner (not used by shipping) with a least depth of 26.8 feet. Soundings to 1951. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, have been as follows: Costs and expenditures Funds New work Maintenance Total Regular ....------------------------------------------------ $21,000.00 $138,117.79 $159,117.79 Public works ------------------- ----------... ..------ 147, 186. 69 --------- .-- 147,186. 69 Total.... ----------------- ..---------- ------------ . 168,166. 69 138, 117. 79 306, 304. 48 Proposedoperations.-No funds are available, and no work is sched- uled for the fiscal years 1953 and 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal ye rs 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New woIk: Appropriated ..........----- ...----.---------------------- ------------ ----------- $168, 186. 69 Cost-------------- ------- ------------------------------------------------ 168,186.69 Expenditures------ ..........---------------------------------------------- ------------ 168,186.69 Maintenance: Appropriated --------... $28, 000. 00 -$21,1'2.60 ----------- $57, 000. 00 -$413. 46 138, 117. 79 Cost..........---------------... 6, 837. 40 ..........----------------------- 47, 352.69 9, 233. 85 138, 117.79 Expenditures - -- - 6, 837.40 ....-------------------- __ _ 48, 923. 49 7, 6t0. 05 138,117. 79 618 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 19. REMOVING THE WATER HYACINTH FROM NAVIGABLE WATERS IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA Location.-The water hyacinth is found in the fresh-water streams and lakes in various parts of the district. Existing project.-This provides for the destruction or removal of the water hyacinth in the navigable waters of the State so far as they constitute an obstruction to commerce, using any mechanical, chemical, or other means not injurious to cattle, and the use of log booms to close sloughs and backwaters as an auxiliary means. No estimate of the final cost of the work has been made. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $100,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1899 For the construction and operation of a suitable ves- H. Doc. 91, 55th Cong., 3d sess. sel, and for the use of log booms as adjuncts to the and Annual report, 1899, pp. operation of the vessel, for the removal of water 1613-1623. hyacinths in the navigable waters of the State of Florida. June 13,1902 For the extermination and removal of water hya- Specified in act. cinths by any mechanical, chemical, or other means. Mar. 3,19005 Prohibits the use of any chemical process injurious Do. to cattle. Local cooperation.-None required. Operationsand results duringfiscal year.-Maintenance: Upper St. Johns River system: Hyacinth destruction operations were accom- plished as necessary throughout the fiscal year by hired labor at a cost of $65,044.07. Camp Rosa boom, which was placed across the St. Johns River near Palatka several years ago as a hyacinth control measure, was removed by contract during April 1952 at a cost of $5,328.18. Navigation lights at Camp Rosa boom were tended by hired labor until removal of boom. Okeechobee Waterway and tributary streams: Hyacinth destruc- tion operations were conducted by hired labor, as necessary, through- out the fiscal year, at a cost of $2,722.43. Withlacoochee River and tributary streams: Hyacinth destruction operations were conducted by hired labor throughout the fiscal year, as necessary, at a cost of $3,473.53. The cost of all work was $76,568.21, including $5,328.18 for work done by contract, which was all for maintenance. The expenditures were $76,503.08. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The project is for maintenance. A chemical for spraying was tested in August and September 1900; spraying was begun in November 1902, but was discontinued in Feb- ruary 1906 because of the injurious effect on cattle. Subsequent op- erations through the fiscal year 1938 consisted chiefly of breaking up jams and drifting, except from November 1909 to February 1918 when an elevator was used to either place the plants on shore or to form them in deep piles that could be carried away by the currents. Later opera- tions, through April 1948, have consisted principally of construction RIVERS AND HARBORS--JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 619 of temporary and permanent traps at strategic points, and shredding with cutter boats. Spraying with a new chemical, which is not in- jurious to cattle or fish, was begun in March 1948 to supplement other methods, and has proven to be highly effective. Since that date, spraying has gradually become the principal method of destruction, supplemented by the methods previously in use. During September 1949, large areas of hyacinths in the St. Johns River were sprayed by airplane, with very satisfactory results. At the close of the fiscal year, the St. Johns River and tributary streams, Okeechobee Water- way and Hillsboro and Withlacoochee Rivers were open and in good condition. The total cost to the end of the fiscal year has been $1,304,858.68 for maintenance. The expenditures have been $1,303,436.53. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $70.21, plus an allotment of $57,500 during fiscal year 1953, a total of $57,570.21 will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952.--------------------------------- $1, 422.15 Maintenance: Removal or destruction, by hired labor, of water hya- cinths in the St. Johns River and tributary streams during the fiscal year ________ _ ______---__ $51, 748. 06 Removal or destruction, by hired labor, of water hya- cinths in Withlacoochee River and tributary streams during the fiscal year_------------------- 2,400. 00 Removal or destruction by hired labor, of water hya- cinths in the Okeechobee waterway and tributary streams during the fiscal year---------- ---- 2, 000. 00 ------- 56,148. 06 Total for all work- -. ---- ------ __----- - ---- 57, 570. 21 The additional sum of $70,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: Maintenance: Removal or destruction, by hired labor, of water hyacinths in the St. Johns River and tributary streams during the fiscal year ----------------------------------------------- $62, 500 Removal or destruction, by hired labor, of water hyacinths in the Withlacoochee River and tributary streams, during fiscal year, 4, 000 Removal or destruction, by hired labor, of water hyacinths in the Okeechobee waterway and tributary streams, during the fiscal year ------------------------------------------------- 3, 000 Removal or-destruction, by hired labor, of hyacinth jams at bridges on the Hillsboro River and other navigable waterways along the Gulf coast, as required during the fiscal year-------------- 500 Total for all work-________ ___-_------_--_----- 70, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-........ $75, 000.00 $75, 000. 00 $102, 500. 00 $57, 800.00 $750, 000. 00 $1,303, 506. 74 Cost--------------- 79, 643.65 63, 467. 10 107, 888.64 63, 727.99 76, 568. 21 1,304, 858. F8 ------- e_^____ Expenditures- ....... 81,795. 53 400110, 750.98 60, 008.40 C0, 975.47 76, 503.08 ,4 66 1,303,436.53 620 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 20,. SNAGGING AND CLEARING UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 3 OF THE.RIVER AND HARBOR ACT APPROVED MARCH 2, 1945 The River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, authorized the allotment of funds, not to exceed $300,000 for any one fiscal year, from river and harbor appropriations for removing accumulated snags and other debris and for protecting, clearing, and straightening channels in navigable harbors and navigable streams and tributaries thereof when such work is advisable in the interest of navigation or flood control. During the fiscal year $1,929.98 was allotted for work under this heading. Hillsboro Inlet, Fla.-During January 1952, 20 stones which were a hazard to navigation were removed from Hillsboro Inlet at a cost of $1,929.98. The expenditures were $1,929.98. The costs and expenditures under this heading to June 30, 1952, have been $39,287.60 for new work and $193,734.13 for maintenance, a total of $233,021.73. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 19n2; iteid- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated.-------.......- .......- ------------ ------------ ------------ .....-----------.........----------..-- $39,287.60 Cost----------------------------------------------------------- ------------ 39,287. O Expenditures------ -.....-----------------------------------..------------ ------------ 39, 287. 60 Maintenance: Appropriated-..----.... Cost------------------ Expenditures------- - 58, 567. C9 $51, 500. 00 59, 531. 96 $47, 515. 44 15, 623. 44 13, 575. 18 $31, 600. 00 -$3, 311. 29 43,139.08 45,187. 34 73, 509.67 73, 509.67 $1, 929. 98 1, 929. 98 1,929. 98 193, 734.13 193, 734. 13 193, 734. 13 21. EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES (GEE AL) The costs during the year were $39,026.56 for examinations and surveys, and $72,585.29 for contingencies, a total of $111,611.85. The expenditures were $111,359.90. The balance unexpended and accounts receivable June 30, 1952, $10,842.65, plus allotment for fiscal year 1953 of $15,800 for examinations and surveys and $45,750 for contingencies, a total of $72,392.65, will be applied during fiscal year 1953 to payment of accounts payable, $892.19, and expenses to be incurred under this heading. The additional sum of $98,550, including $82,300 for examinations and surveys, and $16,250 for contingencies, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954. RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 621 Cost and financial summary UNITED STATES FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated_ .- ..- $247, 700. 00 $256, 650. 00 $249, 172. 32 $110, 000. 00 $59, 866. 00 $3, 861, 391. 39 Cost__---------- - 218, 888.22 266, 065.43 213, 092.44 132, 194. 79 111, 611.85 3, 851, 440. 93 Expenditures --- - 228, 705. 69 268, 348. 63 201, 171. 28 142, 221. 24 111, 359. 90 3, 850, 709. 54 CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year endi ng June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated------........ .........------------........----------.. $5, 2250 $13,130 -........... $25, 350 Cost .------------------------------------- 5, 250 13, 130 ---------- 25, 350 Expenditures .....- ----------......... 5, 250 13,130 --........ 25, 350 22. PLANT ALLOTMENT, JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT (NAVIGATION) Cost and financial sunmmary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... -$85, 101. 11 $1,009,988.29 -$360,000.00 -$300,000.00 $3,967,139.49 $7, 119, 658. 47 Cost--------------------------- Expenditures......... -- 42, 630. 41 1, 017, 665. 63 -223, 599. 94 -470, 830. 25 4, 106, 803. 87 6, 786, 667. 15 23. INACTIVE NAVIGATION PROJECTS Cost and expenditures to For last June 30, 1952 Estimated Name of project full report, _ amount re- see annual quired to report for New work Mainte- complete nance 1 1. Lake Crescent and Dunns Creek, 3 Fla. 2._ _ 2. Atlantic-Gulf Ship Canal, Fla. ___.......... 1931 1939 $10, 276. 25 <5, 099,152.55 $8, 166. 27 ...-____ ___ $53, 800 3. Intracoastal Waterway, Cross-Florida Barge Canal_ ---- _--. 1951 5 1, 465, 080. 57 94, 090, 100 4. St. Augustine Harbor, Fla ....____________ 1951 6 464, 090. 56 159, 582. 29 2, 524, 200 5. Courtenay Channel, Fla.1 7_-.__ . 1940 22, 845. 70 (8) 6. Eau Gallie Harbor, Fla.' 7____.___ 1940 9, 626. 78 (8) 7. Melbourne Harbor, Fla.'1_ .... .... .... 1939 17, 696. 27 (8) 8. St. Lucie Inlet, Fla.'L_................--.-. .. 1949 123, 602. 26 (8) 9. Palm Beach, Fla., side channel and basin a ..... 1946 10140, 000 10. Palm Beach, Fla., beach-eroson control 9 ... 11. New River, Fla.9_- - --- _-_ - 1950 1950 11 7, 500 94, 500 9 12. Intracoastal Waterway, Miami to Key West, Fla. 1950 203,367.53 238, 742. 96 2, 777, 000 13. Key West Harbor, Fla.'l_-__- 1950 1, 040, 408. 75 2, 006, 000 14. Channel, Naples to Big Marco Pass, Fla. ' -_. 1950 37, 524. 85 47, 328. 69 8, 574. 27 (8) 15. Orange River, Fla.--- ---- 1937 2, 000.00 25, 202. 14 (8) 16. Kissimmee River, Fla.' _ - - 1931 23, 479. 18 (8) 17. Manatee River, Fla.' - 1938 123, 349. 56 101, 214. 04 14, 400 18. Little Manatee River, Fla.o ) -- 1949 153, 000 19. St. Petersburg Harbor, Fla.o ) -- --- 1950 221, 578. 31 1269, 696. 79 262, 500 See footnotes at end of table. 245554-53 vol. 1 40 622 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and expenditures to Estimated For last June 30, 1952 amount re- Name of proiect full report, quired to see annual complete report for New work Mainte- nance fI II 20. Ozona Channel, Fla......___..............___ 1950 $88, 000 21. Anclote River, Fla._._....................... 9 1950 $178, 427. 04 $88, 957. 36 65, 000 22. Pithlachascotee River, Fla. .................. 1950 -......... 157, 500 23. Hudson River, Fla...____............... 1950 ...... -.... 383, 000 24. Homosassa River, Fla.l .__. ___ 1937 133, 998.64 697. 04 (8) 25. Crystal River, Fla.1 _.-....................... 1941 25, 000. 00 19, 993. 12 (8) 26. Cedar Keys Harbor, Fla.l_ 4 .... _________ .. 1932 147, 020. 98 30, 000. 00 3, 500 27. Suwannee River. Fla.1 - .................. 1940 76, 417.96 37, 394. 06 200, 000 ---------------- 28. Horseshoe Cove, Fla. ......................... 1950 237, 000 29. Steinhatchee River, Fla.1_______ ___.___......___ 1940 135, 053. 37 513. 85 (8) 30. Ponce Harbor, P. R..___________________________ 1949 15176, 293. 60 57, 946. 23 1, 215, 000 31. Guayanes Harbor, P. 9R. _ _____ ____- 1945 .............. -----.-----18155, 000 32. Fajardo Harbor, P. R. _________________________ 1945 -----------17407, 000 33. St. Thomas Harbor, V. I.o____________________ 1949 -------..----3, 339,000 -------------------. ---------------- 34. Christiansted Harbor, V. I. 1950 -------.--------- 356, 000 1 Channels adequate for commerce. S Awaiting local cooperation. 3 Project not formally adopted by Congress. Modified project is recommended in H.Doc. 194, 75th Cong., 1st sess. 4 Emergency Relief funds. 5$119.43 revoked during year. o In addition, $137,500 were expended from contributed funds. 7 No commerce reported. 8 Completed. o No funds available. 10In addition, $202,000 to be contributed by local interests. 11The estimate of $7,500 represents the extent to which the Federal Government is authorized to partic- ipate and is one-third the cost chargeable to publicly owned shore frontage. The estimated cost to local interests is $242,500. I1In addition, the cost and expenditures from contributed funds have been $6,353.43. I1 In addition, $1,000 were expended from contributed funds. 14Curtailment of existing project recommended in H. Doc. 467, 69th Cong., 1st sess. 15In addition, $21,960.30 were expended from contributed funds. 16 In addition, $40,000 to be contributed by local interests. 1TIn addition, $30,000 to be contributed by local interests. 24. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Aguadilla Harbor, P. R_......_...- House Public Works Com- mittee resolution, Feb. 17, 1950. Anclote River to Caloosahatchee Senate Committee on Pub- River, Fla. (Intracoastal Water- lic Works resolution, June way), channels from, in Sarasota 15, 1950. Bay, to Gulf of Mexico through New Pass, and Big Sarasota Pass, and to city pier yacht basin, and Payne Terminal at Sarasota. Anclote River to St. Marks, Fla., Commerce Committee res- Intracoastal Waterway, and con- olution, Feb. 6, 1940. nection across Florida with St. Johns River. Anclote River to Tampa Bay, Fla., Senate Committee on Pub- Caloosahatchee River to With- lic Works resolution, Dec. lacoochee River, Intracoastal 20, 1950. Waterway. Apalachicola Bay to Withlacoochee Commerce Committee'res- River, Fla., Intracoastal Water- olution, Feb. 6, 1940. way, section from Anclote River to St. Marks, Fla., Intracoastal Waterway. Apopka Lake, Fla., Oklawaha River and Harbor Act, River and connecting waterways. Mar. 2, 1945. Arecibo Harbor, P. R., modifica- do ---..... --.............. tions in authorized project. RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 623 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions--Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. Congress mendation I- 4, Atlantic Ocean to Gulf of Mexico, Commerce Committee res- .- - - - - - - and Intracoastal Waterway from olution, Feb. 6, 1940. Anclote River to St. Marks, Fla. Bakers Haulover Inlet, Fla ... - --- River and Harbor Act, Mar. 2, 1945, Big Marco Pass to Naples Bay and Senate Committee on Pub- Gordon Pass, Fla. lic Works resolution, Feb. 14, 1950. Big Pass, Fla., channel from Clear- River and Harbor Act, water Bay, Fla., to deep water Mar. 2, 1945. in the Gulf of Mexico. Big Sarasota Pass, Fla., and New Senate Committee on Pub- Pass, channels from Intracoastal lic Works resolution, June Waterway (Caloosahatchee River 15, 1950. to Anclote River) in Sarasota Bay to Gulf of Mexico through New Pass and Big Sarasota Pass, and to city pier, yacht basin, and Payne Terminal at Sarasota. Black Creek, Fla., waterways via, River and Harbor Act, from Camp Blanding, Kingsley Mar. 2, 1945. Lake, Fla., to the St. Johns River. Boca Raton Inlet, Fla., including River and Harbor Act, Apr. 30,1952 Unfavor- connection with the Intracoastal July 24, 1946. able. Waterway. Boot Key Harbor, Fla., side chan- Senate Committee on Pub- .- - - - - - - nel and turning basin, to the licWorks resolution, Apr. Intracoastal Waterway, Miami to 13, 1950. Key West, Fla. Booth Point, Fla., to Old Tampa River and Harbor Act, Bay. May 17, 1950. Caloosahatchee River to Anclote Senate Committee on Pub- River, Fla. (Intracoastal Water- lic Works resolution, June way), channels from, in Sarasota 15, 1950. Bay, to Gulf of Mexico through New Pass and Big Sarasota Pass, and to city pier, yacht basin, and Payne Terminal at Sarasota. Caloosahatchee River to Withla- Commerce Committee res- coochee River, and Anclote River olution, Feb. 6, 1940. to St. Marks River, Fla., Intra- coastal Waterway. Caloosahatchee River to Withla- Senate Committee on Pub- coochee River, Fla., Intracoastal lic Works resolution, Dec. Waterway between the Anclote 20, 1950. River and Tampa Bay. Camp Blanding, Fla., waterways River and Harbor Act, via Black Creek and/or via Black Mar. 2, 1945. Creek and Doctors Inlet, from Camp Blanding, Kingsley Lake, to the St. Johns River. Camp Blanding, Fla., waterway -___ do _.. ... .. -..--. . via Santa Fe River from Camp Blanding, Kingsley Lake, to Suwannee River. Canaveral Harbor, Fla_-----.--- Senate Committee on Pub- licWorks resolution, Apr. 26, 1951. Caseys Pass, Fla., Sarasota (Little) Rivers and Harbors Com- Bay, Fla. mittee resolution, June 28, 1946. Caseys Pass and Little Sarasota River and Harbor Act, --------------- Bay, Fla., with a view to provid- July 24, 1946. ing a channel across Roberts Bay (Venice Bay) with a suitable turning basin at eastern end thereof. Caseys Pass (Venice Inlet), Fla., River and Harbor Act, channel from Caseys Pass and Mar. 2, 1945. Sarasota Bay through Dona Bay to bridge on U. S. No. 41, with turning basin at eastern terminus. 624 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Locality Authorization act mitted to Recom- Congress No. mendation 4 -iI Clearwater Bay, Fla., channels River and Harbor Act, through Big Pass and Little Pass Mar. 2 1945. to deep water in the Gulf of Mexico. Cocoa, Fla., interconnecting water- --- do.--------------. way to Palatka, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and analized channels. Collier County,Fla., channel and _ -do .-- - ------- harbor at Everglades. Cross - Florida Waterway, and Commerce Committee res- waterway from Anclote River olution, Feb. 6, 1940. to St. Marks, Fla. Dexter Lake, Fla.,interconnecting River and Harbor Act, waterway to Lake Harris, Fla., Mar. 2, 1945. Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized chan- nels. Doctors Inlet, Fla., waterways - - -.do ........ ..... -------- from Camp Blanding, Kingsley Lake, to the St. Johns River via Black Creek and/or via Black Creek and Doctors Inlet. Dona Bay, Fla., channel through _ _ . do-- ---------- . ..------ Dona Bay from Caseys Pass (Venice Inlet) and Sarasota Bay to bridge on U. S. No. 41, with turnig'basirr at easternterminus. Dora Lake, Fla., Oklawaha River, ---- do----------------- Fla., and connecting waterways. Eau Gallie, Fla., waterway from ---..... do-----------. --....... Indian River to St. Johns River at Palatka, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Estero Island, Fort Myers Beach, River and Harbor Act, Fla., to Gulf of Mexico. Eustis Lake, Fla., Oklawaha River, Fla., from Lake Apopka May 17, 1950. River and Harbor Act, Mar. 2, 1945. ---------- - through Lake Dora to Lake Eustis, etc. Eustis Lake, Oklawaha River, to -do................-------------------I-------I-...............----............ Lake Griffin, thence to Silver Sprifg Run,Fla. Everglades, CollierCounty, Fla., River and Harbor Aft, channel and harbor at. Mar. 2, 1945. Fajardo Harbor, P. R., modifica- House Public Works Com- tions in authorized project. mittee resolution, Mar. 15, 1949. Flagler Beach, Fla., side or spur River and Harbor Act, channel from the Intracoastal Mar. 2, 1945. Waterway (Jacksonville to Miami), and turning basin or harbor at. Florida east coast, interlocking ..... do-------------------- ....................--------................... open-river and canalized chan- nels having a depth of 12 feet and suitable width, through rivers and lakes and by land cuts, for navigation, flood con- trol, and water conservation. Fort Myers Beach, Estero Island, River andWHarbor Act, Fla., to Gulf of Mexico. May 17, 1950. Fort Pierce, Fla., side or spur River and, Harbor Act, channel from the Intracoastal Mar. 2, 1945. Waterway (Jacksonville to Miami), and turning basin or harbor at. Fort Pierce Harbor, Fla-............ Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee resolution, Feb. 1, 1946. Gordon Pass to Naples Bay and Senate Committee on Pub- Big Marco Pass, Florida, chan- lic Works resolution, Feb. nel. 14, 1950. Griffin Lake to Lake Eustis, River and Harbor Act, Oklawaha River, and to Silver Mar. 2, 1945. Springs, Run Fla. RIVERS AND HARBORS---JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 625 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions--Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to Congress oNo. menmendation on Congress Gulf of Mexico, Fla., channels Senate Committee on Pub- from Intracoastal Waterway licWorks resolution, June (Caloosahatchee River to An- 15, 1950. clote River) in Sarasota Bay to Gulf of Mexico through New Pass and Big Sarasota Pass and to city pier, yacht basin, and Payne Terminal at Sarasota. Gulf of Mexico, Fla., channels River and Harbor Act, --------------- ------------ through Big Pass and Little Pass Mar. 2, 1945. from Clearwater Bay. Gulf of Mexico, Fla., to Fort River and Harbor Act, --------------- ------------ Myers Beach, Estero Island, May 17, 1950. Fla. Gulf of Mexico, Fla., Channel to House Committee on Pub- Lemon Bay, Fla. blic Works resolution, Aug. 17, 1949. Hatchett Creek, Fla., channel Rivers and Harbors Com- from Little Sarasota Bay to mittee resolution, June bridge on U. S. No. 41, with 28, 1946. suitable turning basin at eastern end. 11aulover (Bakers) Inlet, Fla--.... River and Harbor Act, Mar. 2, 1945. lHigh Springs, Fla., waterway from -.. do-------------------- Suwannee River via Santa Fe River to High Springs, and thence to Camp Blanding, Kingsley Lake. Hillsboro Inlet, Fla., in the vicinity Sdo-------------------- Apr. 30,1952 .. - .. Unfavor- of Pompano. able. Humacao Playa, Punta Santiago, _-- do .---------------- P. R. Indian River, Fla., from Sebastian, --.... do _. ---------------- Melbourne, Eau Gallie, Cocoa, or such other locality most suit- able, to St. Johns River at Palatka, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canal- ized channels, etc. Indian River to St. Johns River, Rivers and Harbors Com- channel from Sanford to Titus- mittee resolution, Jan. ville, Fla. 27, 1937. Intracoastal Waterway (Caloosa- Senate Committee on Pub- hatchee River to Anclote River), lic Works resolution, June channel from, in Sarasota Bay, 15, 1950. to Gulf of Mexico, through New Pass and Big Sarasota Pass, and to the city pier, a yacht basin and Payne Terminal at Sarasota. Intracoastal Waterway, Caloosa- Senate-Committee on Pub- hatchee River to Withlacoochee lic Works resolution, Dec. River, between Anclote River 20, 1950. and Tampa Bay, Fla. Intracoastal Waterway (Jackson- River and Harbor Act, ville to Miami), channel through July 24, 1946. Boca Raton Inlet and connec- tion with the Intracoastal Water- way. Intracoastal Waterway (Miami to Senate Committee on Pub- Key West), side channel and lic Works resolution, Apr. turning basin at Boot Key Har- 13, 1950. bor, Fla. Jacksonville to Miami, Fla., Intra- River and Harbor Act, coastal Waterway; side channels Mar. 2, 1945. or spur channels to, and turning basins or harbors at, the various communities on or near the banks of said waterway, particularly at Titusville, Flagler Beach, New Smyrna, Fort Pierce, and to the Lighthouse Service depot at Taylor Creek, adjacent to Fort Pierce Harbor. Jupiter Inlet, Fla. Commerce Committe reso- lution, Nov. 8, 1943. and Harbor Act, Do_---.-------.----- ____ River -----I Mar. 2, 1945. --------------- --------------- 626 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 19 52 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions--Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendatis Congress Key West Harbor, Fla.......______ Senate Committee on Pub- lic Works resolution, Mar. - -------- -- 15, 1951. Key West to Miami, Fla., Intra- Seante Committee on Pub- --------------- coastal Waterway, side channel lic Works resolution, Apr. and turning basin to Boot Key 13, 1950. Harbor, Fla. Kingsley Lake, Fla., waterways River and Harbor Act, --------------- from Camp Blanding to St. Mar. 2, 1945. Johns River via Black Creek and/or via Black Creek and Doctors Inlet. Kingsley Lake, Fla., waterway ..._do .................... --------------- via Santa Fe River from King- sley Lake to Suwannee River. Kissimmee River, Fla .______.... _...do ... _------------ --------------- Kissimmee River, Fla., from Lake - ... do . ---------------- --------------- Tohopekaliga to Lake Okeecho- bee and the Okeechobee Cross- Florida Canal, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Kissimmee River, Fla., waterway River and Harbor Act, ------------ from St. Johns River to Kissim- Aug. 30, 1935. mee River and thence to Okeecho- bee Cross-Florida Canal. Lake Apopka, Fla., Oklawaha River and Harbor Act, ----------- River from Lake Apopka through Mar. 2, 1945. Lake Dora to Lake Eustis and adjoining waterways. Lake Dexter, Fla., from St. Johns ------------ River to Leesburg on Lake Harris, Florida east coast, inter- locking open-river and canalized channels, etc. . ...do ..... ................. Lake Dora, Fla., Oklawaha River do ---------------- ..... ------------ from Lake Apopka through Lake Dora to Lake Eustis and adjoin- ing waterways. Lake Eustis, Fla., Oklawaha River from Lake Apopka through Lake Dora to Lake Eustis and adjoin- ing waterways. do--------------------- . ... ------------ Lake Eustis, Fla., Oklawaha River from Lake Eustis to Lake Griffin and thence to Silver Springs Run. Lake Griffin, Fla., Oklawaha River from Lake Eustis to Lake -...do_ ------------ Griffin and thence to Silver Springs Run. Lake Harris, Fla., Leesburg to -- .. do ... .- .. --. .... ... ------------ Lake Tohopekaliga, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river ------------ and canalized channels, etc. ....----- do ............... Lake Harris, Fla., to St. Johns River near Lake Dexter, or to ------------ Wekiwa (Wekiva) River, thence to St. Johns River, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Lake Okeechobee and its tributary do_ streams, Florida, with a view to removing the water hyacinth. Lake Okeechobee, Fla., from ._do--------.-------- . ------- I --- -I... Okeechobee Cross-Florida Canal via Kissimmee River and Lake Tohopekaliga to Oklawaha, St. Johns, and Indian Rivers, Florida east coast, interlocking open river and canalized channels, etc. RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 627 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Lake Tohopekaliga, Fla., to Lees- River and Harbor Act, burg on Lake Harris, Florida Mar. 2, 1945. east coast, interlocking open- river and canalized channels, etc. Lake Tohopekaliga, Fla., to _-- do. - Okeechobee Cross-Florida Canal via the Kissimmee River and Lake Okeechobee, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Lake Tohopekaliga, Fla., to St. .. do ..................... Johns River and thence to Titus- ville, Florida east coast, inter- locking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Lake Worth Inlet, Fla_ ... ...... House Committee on Pub- ----- --- - lic Works resolution, June 7, 1952. Do _-- _ _ - .. ..- - -.-- - Senate Committee on Pub- lic Works resolution, May 27, 1952. - - - - - - - - - Leesburg, on Lake Harris, Fla., River and Harbor Act, to Lake Tohopekaliga, Florida Mar. 2, 1945. east coast, interlocking open- river and canalized channels, etc. Lemon Bay, Fla., channel to Gulf House Committee on Pub- of Mexico, Fla. lic Works resolution, Aug. 17, 1949. Lighthouse Service depot, Taylor River and Harbor Act, Creek, Fla., side or spur channel Mar. 2, 1945. from the Intracoastal Waterway (Jacksonville to Miami), and turning basin or harbor at. Little Pass, Fla., channel from ----... do....------------ Clearwater Bay, Fla., to deep water in the Gulf of Mexico. Little Sarasota Bay and Channel River and Harbor Act, through Caseys Pass, Fla., with July 24, 1946. a view to providing a channel across Roberts Bay (Venice Bay), with a suitable turning basin at the eastern end. Little Sarasota Bay, Fla., chan- Rivers andiHarbors Com- nel from Little Sarasota Bay mittee resolution, June across Roberts Bay (Venice Bay) 28, 1946. to bridge on U. S. No. 41 at Hat- chett Creek, with suitable turn- ing basin at eastern end. Louisiana and other States af- Rivers and Harbors Com- ------ --- --- fected, extermination and re- mittee resolution, Feb. moval of water hyacinth and 6, 1945. other marine vegetable growth from waters of. Matanzas Bay, St. Augustine and Senate Committee on Pub- --------------- vicinity, Fla. lic Works resolution, Feb. 14, 1950 Maximo Point near St. Petersburg, River and Harbor Act, --------------- Fla., channel north from Tampa Mar. 2, 1945. Bay Channel. Melbourne, Fla., waterway from ---.... do------- --- Indian River to St. Johns River at Palatka, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Miami, Fla., to Jacksonville, Fla., .....do ------- - --------- Intracoastal Waterway, auxiliary side channel from Titusville to, and at, or near Eau Gallie, Fla. Miami Harbor, Fla., with a view Commerce Committee res- to increasing the depth from 30 olution, Aug. 18, 1944. to 35 feet. Miami Harbor, Fla., with a view Commerce Committee res- to widening main ship channel. olution, July 10, 1945. Miami to Key West, Fla., Intra- Senate Committee on Pub- coastal Waterway, side channel lic Works resolution, Apr. and turning basin to Boot Key 13, 1950. Harbor, Fla. 628 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, VJ. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation •ogrs Congress Miami River and central and south- Senate Committee on Pub- ern Florida, locks and dams in lic Works resolution, Mar. Miami River. 12, 1949. Mullet KeyJa., with view to pro- River and Harbor Act, viding protected harbor and turn- Mar. 2, 1945. ing basin and channel directly north from Tampa Bay Channel. Naples Bay to Gordon Pass and Senate Committee on Pub- Big Marco Pass, Fla., channel, lic Works resolution, Feb. for improvement of Gordon Pass. 14, 1950. New Pass, Fla., and Big Sarasota Senate Committee on Pub- Pass, channels from Intracoastal lic Works resolution, June Waterway (Caloosahatchee Riv- 15, 1950. er to Anclote River) in Sarasota Bay to Gulf of Mexico through New Pass and Big Sarasota Pass, and to city pier, yacht basin, and Payne Terminal at Sarasota. New Smyrna, Fla., side or spur River and Harbor Act, channel from the Intracoastal Mar. 2, 1945. Waterway (Jacksonville to Mi- ami), and turning basin or har- bor at. Okeechobee Cross-Florida Canal, do ---------------------. --.... interconnecting waterway to Lake Tohopekaliga, via Lake Okeechobee and the Kissimmee River, Florida east coast, inter- locking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Okeechobee Cross-Florida Canal, River and Harbor Act, waterway from St. Johns River Aug. 30, 1935. to Kissimmee River and thence to Okeechobee Cross-Florida Canal. Okeechobee Lake, Fla., intercon- River and Harbor Act, necting waterways to Lake To- Mar. 2, 1945. hopekaliga and to the Okeecho- bee Cross-Florida Canal, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Okeechobee Lake and its tributary -- -. do ..................... streams, Florida, with a view to removing the water hyacinth. -------- ---------- Oklawaha River and its tributar- ies, Florida, for navigation, flood River and Harbor Mar. 2, 1945. Act, -------- ---------- control, and related purposes. Oklawaha River, Fla., from Lake d o ..................... ---.. Apopka through Lake Dora to Lake Eustis and adjoining water- ways. Oklawaha River, Fla., from Lake. - - -- do _................ Eustis to Lake Griffin, and thence from Lake Griffin to Silver Springs Run. Old Tampa Bay, Fla., channel River and Harbor Act, in vicinity of Booth Point. May 17, 1950. Orange Lake Basin, Fla .__-__-_-__ River and Harbor Act, Mar. 2, 1945. Palatka, Fla., St. Johns River .--_ do ..----------------- to Indian River at Sebastian, Melbourne, Eau Gallie, Cocoa, or such other locality most suit- able, Florida east coast, inter- locking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Peace River, Fla_....______________ --..do--..------------------- Nov. 6,1951 .------.....---... Unfavor- II able. Pinellas County, Fla., Beach- Sec. 2, River and Harbor erosion study. Act, July 3, 1930. Pompano, Hillsboro Inlet, Fla..... River and Harbor Act, Apr. 30,1952----------.... Unfavor- Mar. 2, 1945. able. Ponce de Leon Inlet, Fla-.......... Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee resolution, Mar. 25, 1938. RIVERS AND HARBORS JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 629 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Punta Santiago, Humacao Playa, River and Harbor Act, .. P. R. Mar. 2. 1945. Putnam County, Rice Creek, Fla__ River and Harbor Act, Apr. 25,1952 H. Doc. Favorabl ,e. July 24, 1946. 446, 82d Cong., 2d sess. Rice Creek, Putnam County, Fla - __do_.-- - .-___do---------.---.---.--- -__do..__. Do. Roberts Bay (Venice Bay), Fla., do _------------------- channel through Caseys Pass, Little Sarasota Bay, and across Roberts Bay, with suitable turn- ing basin at eastern end. Roberts Bay (Venice Bay), Fla., Rivers and Harbors Com- channel from Little Sarasota Bay mittee resolution, June to bridge on U. S. No. 41 at 28, 1946. Hatchett Creek, with suitable turning basin at eastern end. St. Augustine Harbor and vicinity, Senate Committee on . Fla., reduction of damage in Public Works resolution, Matanzas Bay. Feb. 15, 1951. St. Johns River, Fla., channel Rivers and Harbors Com- from Sanford to Indian River, mittee resolution, Jan. near Titusville. 27, 1937. St. Johns River, Fla., from Palatka River and Harbor Act, to Indian River at Sebastian, Mar. 2, 1945. Melbourne, Eau Gallie, Cocoa, or such other locality most suit- able, Florida east coast, inter- locking open-river and canalized channels, etc. St. Johns River, Fla, near Lake River and Habor Act, Dexter, to Leesburg on Lake Mar. 2, 1945. Harris, or alternately via the Wekiwa (Wekiva) River, Florida east coast, interlocking open- river and canalized channels, etc. St. Johns River, Fla., to Indian -__. do.... River at Titusville, and to Lake Tohopekaliga, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canal- ized channels, etc. St. Johns River, Fla., waterways do _------. -------------- --..- from Camp Blanding, Kingsley Lake, to the St. Johns River via Black Creek and/or via Black Creek and Doctors Inlet. St. Johns River, Fla., waterway River and Harbor Act, from St. Johns River to Kissim- Aug. 30, 1935. mee River and thence to Okee- chobee Cross-Florida Canal. St. Johns River, Fla., near Dexter River and Harbor Act, Lake, interconnecting waterway Mar. 2, 1945. to Lake Harris, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. St. Marks, Fla., to Anclote River, Commerce Committee Intracoastal Waterway, and con- resolution, Feb. 6, 1940. nection across Florida with St. Johns River. St. Petersburg, Fla., channel from River and Harbor Act, _ Maximo Point to Tampa Bay Mar. 2, 1945. Channel. St. Petersburg Harbor, Fla., to ._-- do .. provide for channel up to depth of 30 feet from main Tampa Bay ship channel past Port of St. Petersburg in front of recreation pier. Sanford, Fla., channel from St. Rivers and Harbors Com- Johns River to Indian River mittee resolution, Jan. near Titusville. 27, 1937. San Juan Harbor, P. R-- ._------ Rivers and Harbors Com- mittee resolution, Dec. 21,1945. D o .- -...... .... ............. House Committee on Public Works resolution, Sept. 27, 1951. 630 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and commvittee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to Document Recom n Congress o. mendation Sante (Santa) Fe River, Fla., River and Harbor Act, _ . from the Suwannee River to the Mar. 2, 1945. bridge on U. S. No. 41, near High Springs, and thence up- stream to Camp Blanding, Kingsley Lake, Fla. Sarasota Bay, Fla., channel from --.. ----do - , ..----....... Caseys Pass (Venice Inlet), through Dona Bay to bridge on U. S. No. 41, including turning basin at eastern terminus of the channel. Sarasota Bay, Fla., channel in, Senate Committee on from Intracoastal Waterway Public Works resolution, (Caloosahatchee River to Anclote June 15, 1950. River) to Gulf of Mexico through New Pass and Big Sarasota Bay and to the city pier, yacht basin, and Payne Terminal at Sarasota. Sarasota, Fla., channels from ....do _.. ... .. .... .... Intracoastal Waterway (Caloosa- hatchee River to Anclote River) in Sarasota Bay to city pier, yacht basin, and Payne Terminal at Sarasota, and to the Gulf of Mexico through New Pass and Big Sarasota Pass. Sarasota (Little) Bay and channel River and. Harbor Act, through Caseys Pass, Fla., with July 24, 1946. a view to providing a channel across Roberts Bay (Venice Bay), with a suitable turning basin at the eastern end. Sarasota (Little) Bay, Fla., be- Rivers and Harbors Com- tween Sarasota and Venice, and mittee resolution, June channel through Caseys Pass, 28, 1946. Fla., to provide channel across Roberts Bay (Venice Bay). Sebastian Inlet, Fla . .. _--____ River and Harbor Act, July 24, 1946. Do_ ______---_ - - - .. Senate Committee on Public Works resolution, June 1, 1948. Sebastian, Fla., waterway from River and Harbor Act Indian River to St. Johns River Mar. 2, 1945. at Palatka, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Silver Springs Run, Fla., Okla- -- -_do --- - -- - - -- - - --------------- ------------ waha River from Lake Eustis to Lake Griffin and thence to Silver Springs Run. Suwannee River, Fla. and Ga., Sec. 1, River and Harbor--------------- ------------ for navigation, flood control, Act, Jan. 21, 1927. power, and irrigation (308 re- port). Suwannee River, Ga. and Fla., River and Harbor Act, ------------ --------------- with a view to improvement in Mar. 2, 1945. the interest of navigation and flood control. Suwannee River, Fla., waterway .... do....------------------- --------------- ------------ via Santa Fe River from Suwan- nee River to Camp Blanding, Kingsley Lake. Tampa Bay Channel, channel ....d o --------------------- ------------ --------------- directly north to vicinity of Maximo Point near St. Peters- burg, Fla. Tampa Bay Channel, channel _-- d o ................... --------------- ------------ directly north to vicinity of Mullet Key and with a view to providing protected harbor and turning basin. Tampa Bay Channel, channel -----.....do---------------------- up to depth of 30 feet past port of St. Petersburg in front of recreation pier. RIVERS AND HARBORS-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 631 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and comm/ittee resolutions--Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Tampa Bay to Anclote River, Senate Committee on Fla., Caloosahatchee River to Public Works resolu- Withlacoochee River, Intra- tion, Dec. 20, 1950. coastal Waterway. Tampa Harbor, Fla .............. Senate Committee on Public Works resolu- tion, July 22, 1950. Do..... - - House Committee on Public Works resolu- tion, Aug. 16, 1950. Taylor Creek, Lighthouse Serv- ice depot adjacent to Fort River and Harbor Act, Mar. 2, 1945. I I----- .------- Pierce Harbor, Fla., side or spur channel from the Intra- coastal Waterway (Jacksonville to Miami), and turning basin or harbor at. Titusville, Fla., channel from Rivers and Harbors Com- Indian River to St. Johns River mittee resolution, Jan. at Sanford. 27, 1937. Titusville, Fla., from Indian River and Harbor Act, River to St. Johns River and Mar. 2, 1945. thence to Lake Tohopekaliga, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized chan- nels, etc. Titusville, Fla., side or spur __..do....----------------I------I----- channel from the Intracoastal Waterway (Jacksonville to Mi- ami), and turning basin or har- bor at. Tohopekaliga Lake, interconnect- .... do...---------------- --------------- ing waterway to Okeechobee Cross-Florida Canal, via the Kissimmee River and Lake Okeechobee, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels having depth of 12 feet, etc. Tohopekaliga Lake, interconnect- .... do....------------- --------------- ing waterway to the St. Johns River, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels having depth of 12 feet, etc. Venice Bay (Roberts Bay), Fla., Rivers and Harbors Com- channel from Little Sarasota mittee resolution, June Bay to bridge on U. S. No. 41, 28, 1946. at Hatchett Creek, with suit- able turning basin at eastern end. Venice Bay (Roberts Bay), Fla., River and Harbor Act, channel through Caseys Pass, July 24, 1946. Little Sarasota Bay, and across Roberts Bay, with suitable turning basin at the eastern end. Venice Inlet (Caseys Pass), Fla., River and Harbor Act, channel from Venice Inlet and Mar. 2, 1945. Sarasota Bay through Dona Bay to bridge on U. S. No. 41, with turning basin at eastern terminus. Water hyacinth and other marine Rivers and Harbors Com- .... vegetable growth, extermina- mittee resolution, Feb. tion and removal of, in waters 6, 1945. of Louisiana and other States af- fected. Water hyacinth, removal of, on River and Harbor Act, --..........--. ............ Lake Okeechobee and its tribu- Mar. 2, 1945. tary streams, Florida. Wekiwa (Wekiva) River, Fla., .....----do-..........---------- ------ ---------------- from St. Johns River to Lees- burg on Lake Harris, Florida east coast, interlocking open- river and canalized channels, etc. 632 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for navigation called for by river and harbor acts and commnittee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Withiacoochee :River, Fla., for Sec. 1, River and Harbor ............ navigation, flood control, power, Act, Jan. 21, 1927. and irrigation (308 report). Withlacoochee River, Fla. (final Rivers and Harbors Com- report). mittee resolution, May 20, 1942. Do ......----------------------- Senate Committee on Public Works resolu- tion, May 12, 1950. Withlacoochee River to Anclote Senate Committee on River, Fla., Intracoastal Water- Public Works resolu- way between the Anclote River tion, Dec. 20, 1950. and Tampa Bay. Withlacoochee River to Apa- Commerce Committee res- lachicola Bay, Fla., Intracoastal olution, Feb. 6, 1940. Waterway, section from An- clote River to St. Marks, Fla. 25. CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN FLORIDA Location.-The project area includes Lake Okeechobee, its regula- tory outlets, and a large portion of the Everglades and east coast areas to the south, all near the southern end of the Florida Peninsula. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 473, 1247, 1248 and 1289 and "Florida Everglades Drainage District," Soil Conservation Serv- ice maps Nos. 1524 to 1561, July 1946.) Lake Okeechobee and its regulatory outlets lie in Palm Beach, Mar- tin, Okeechobee, Glades, Hendry, and Lee Counties. St. Lucie Canal flows from the lake to the Atlantic Ocean; the Caloosahatchee River, from the lake to the Gulf of Mexico. The lower east coast region embraces the populous urban and agri- cultural areas in Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. The region lies along the coast from the St. Lucie Canal south to near the tip of the State, and extends 9 to 20 miles inland. The conservation areas lie in Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties west of the lower east coast region, and include 1,344 square miles of the Everglades suitable only for water and wildlife conservation. Lake Okeechobee agricultural area lies south of the lake, mostly in western Palm Beach County, but including part of Hendry County. The area embraces 1,130 square miles of muck and peat land which is suited for long-term agricultural use. Previous projects.-Previous projects consist of completed works for control of Lake Okeechobee included in and constructed under the navigation project for Okeechobee Waterway, Fla. (formerly Caloosahatchee River and Lake Okeechobee Drainage Areas, Florida) under provisions of River and Harbor Acts approved July 3, 1930, and August 30, 1935. For further information, see pages 877-882, annual report for 1948, and page 785, annual report for 1949. Existing project.-This provides for modification and expansion of the previous project to include the first phase of the comprehensive plan for flood control and other purposes in central and southern FLOOD CONTROL-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 633 Florida, as recommended by the Chief of Engineers in House Docu- ment 643, Eightieth Congress, second session; and authorizes the appropriation of $36,300,000 for partial accomplishment of that plan. The first phase of the plan provides forthe following: a. Everglades-lower east coast area: (1) An east-coast protective levee from the Homestead area north to West Palm Beach Canal; (2) improvements for partial completion of conservation areas for water impoundment and flood discharge in the Everglades area west of the east-coast protective levee, including levees within the conserva- tion area separating it into three parts, with gated spillways for dis- charge of water from one part to the next and, finally, through Tamiami Trail to the undeveloped area to the south, and a bridge culvert where Tamiami Trail intersects the proposed canal and levee on the west side of the conservation area; (3) local protection works in the area along the east coast from northern Palm Beach County to southern Dade County, including pump stations and complete pro- tective works in the Davie agricultural area, canal improvements and enlargements, new canals, spillway-headworks at the edge of the conservation area, bridge crossings, and outlet barriers. b. Okeechobee-Everglades area: (1) A levee and canal encircling the developed portion of the Lake Okeechobee agricultural area from Caloosahatchee River via Bolles Canal to Miami Canal, thence south on Miami Canal about 9 miles, thence eastward to Hillsboro Canal, thence southeastward to the limit of the agricultural area, thence north- ward crossing West Palm Beach Canal and continuing to St. Lucie Canal; (2) enlargement of Miami, North New River, Hillsboro, and West Palm Beach Canals within the protected area; (3) five feeder canals within the protected area; (4) four pumping stations at Lake Okeechobee and pumping stations at the eastern edge of the protected area on West Palm Beach and Hillsboro Canals, with installation of partial pumping capacities; (5) a spillway at the eastern edge of the agricultural area on the new-canal crossing West Palin Beach Canal, and culverts in West Palm Beach Canal on both sides of the new canal; (6) improving control of Lake Okeechobee by enlarging St. Lucie Canal, including modification of spillways and structures; (7) a spillway at Moore Haven, with an outlet canal to Caloosahatchee River; (8) enlargement of Caloosahatchee River to provide increased discharge capacity; (9) enlargement of existing Lake Okeechobee levees, including paving and revetment, and construction of levees on northeast and northwest shores of Lake Okeechobee; (10) initiation of construction and operation of a system of meteorological and hydro- logical stations; and (11) under maintenance, the operation and care of the spillway to be constructed at Moore Haven and the main spillways of the conservation area. Upon completion, local interests are to assume maintenance and operation of all works in subparagraphs (a) and (b) above, except the gated spillways referred to in subparagraph (a) and features (6) through (11) in subparagraph (b), which works will be operated and maintained by the United States. In addition, the project includes maintenance (since July 1, 1950) of control works completed with river and harbor funds under the previous navigation project for Okeechobee Waterway, Fla. (formerly Caloosahatchee River and 634 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Lake Okeechobee drainage areas, Florida) as follows: (a) A levee about 67.8 miles long from Fisheating Creek to St. Lucie Canal, fol- lowing in general the south shore of the lake, and a north-shore levee 15.74 miles long (those levees are to be improved and enlarged under the existing project) ; (b) four auxiliary floodway channels extending into Lake Okeechobee at or near Liberty Point, mouth of Fisheating Creek, mouth of Kissimmee River, and mouth of Taylor Creek; (c) collection and evaluation of meteorological data; and (d) operation and care of spillways at the St. Lucie and Ortona locks, 5 hurricane gates on Lake Okeechobee, 16 drainage culverts through the west-, south-, and east-shore levees and 4 on the north shore of Lake Okee- chobee, 16 drainage spillways along the St. Lucie Canal, and an intercommunicating radiotelephone network of 8 stations. The following table shows the principal features of the hurricane gates constructed under previous projects for the Okeechobee Water- way, Fla., and maintained under the existing project since July 1, 1950: Hurri- Nearest town cane Depth over Character of Year gate Distance sills (feet) foundation c cost Actualplete No.' Name (miles)pleted (miles) 2 Clewiston, Fla--...---------- - 0 10 Pile---------- 1935 $309,748.18 3 Lake H arbor, Fla.--------____... 0.5 10 Rock ...--------- 1935 316, 938.28 4 Belle Glade, Fla-------........... .___ 4.0 10 ... do .. 1935 350, 025.30 5 Canal Point, Fla......---------- 0 10 __.._do 1935 262, 464.60 6 Okeechobee, Fla----------- ---- 6.0 7 Pile ----------- 1936 373,273.30 1All are 50 feet wide, with available length unlimited. They are constructed of concrete with steel sector gates, and have no lift. Hurricane gate No. 6 has an auxiliary culvert spillway with automatic control. Lake Okeechobee is maintained, so far as possible, between elevations 13 and 15 feet, mean sea level. The estimate of cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $96,345,900 United States funds and $15,352,000 contributed funds, exclusive of river and harbor funds expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $355,200, including $66,900 for operation and care of protective works. The existing project was authorized by the following flood control acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 30,1948 The first phase of the comprehensive plan for flood H. Doc. 643, 80th Cong., 2d sess. control and other purposes, and authorized to be (Contains latest published appropriated $16,300,000 for partial accomplishment maps.) of the first phase. May 17,1950 Authorized to be appropriated an additional $20,000,000 Specified in act. for continuation of the first phase. Local cooperation.-TheFlood Control Act approved June 30, 1948 (H. Doc. 643, 80th Cong., 2d sess.), imposed the conditions that local interests shall provide all lands, easements, and rights of way; make a cash contribution of 15 percent of the estimated construction cost for each part of the work prior to its initiation (with the provision that the total cash contribution for the entire comprehensive plan shall FLOOD CONTROL-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 635 not exceed $29,152,000) ; and furnish assurances satisfactory to the Sec- retary of the Army that they will hold and save the United States free from damages due to the construction and operation of the works and that they will maintain and operate all the works after completion in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Secretary of the Army, except the levees, channels, locks, and control works of the St. Lucie Canal, Lake Okeechobee, and Caloosahatchee River, and the main spillways of the conservation areas. In May 1949, the Florida State Legislature passed legislation pro- viding for creation of districts for flood control, reclamation, conser- vation, and allied purposes in cooperation with the United States; for creation of the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District, and for consolidation of the former Everglades Drainage District with that district; and for other measures necessary for full compliance with all requirements of local cooperation. A resolution adopted August 1, 1949, by the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District, assuming full responsibility for compliance with the requirements of local cooperation as set forth in the project document, was accepted by the Chief of Engineers on November 25, 1949, as satisfactory assurance of compliance. The Flood Control District has furnished rights-of-way and other interests in land, and has con- tributed the required 15 percent of the estimated construction cost for each feature of the project, when and as requested by the district engineer. In response to a request of local interests on June 10, 1950, urging construction of the eastern boundary levees of the conservation areas to an intermediate grade, the Chief of Engineers outlined a general policy permitting such construction, provided that local inter- ests agree to maintain the levees at those heights pending completion to full grade. The Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District has agreed to assume full responsibility for maintenance of the levees so constructed. Operationsand results during fiscal year.-The work accomplished during the fiscal year is tabulated below. Work and locality Period Quantity Cost New work: Contract: Additional compensation allowed ...------------ ---..--------------- ------- $13, 274.56 contractor for work accomplished in prior fiscal year (construction of levee 35-A). Cost adjustment on construction of .....................-------------------------------------.............. 8,830.39 levees 35 and 36 (completed in previous fiscal year). Cost adjustment on construction of ----------------------------------------- 1, 431. 19 northerly 3.8 miles of levee and canal 8 (completed in previous fis- cal year). Pumping station, two 54-inch cul- -------------------------------------- 98, 812. 00 verts, and 3 timber bridges on levee and canal 8. The cost of all items borne by local interests. Construction of the northern 2.6 July 1 to 2, 1951 (100 462 cubic yards exca- 44, 426. 78 miles of levee 40, located between percent completed). vation. the Hillsboro and West Palm Beach Canals and about 18 miles west of West Palm Beach to inter- mediate height at elevation 24 feet.' (99 percent completed at beginning of fiscal year.) See footnote at end of table. 636 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Work and locality Period Quantity Cost I 1 - -- - - I- 1-- New work-Continued Contract--Ccatinued Construction of levees 33 and 37, about 14.8 miles long, located July 1, 1951, to Feb. 1952 (100 percent r, 1,254,069 cubic yards embankment. $309, 041. 47 between the Miami and North completed). New River Canals, to interme- diate height at elevation 18 feet, including control structures 32 and 34 (26 percent completed at beginning of fiscal year). Construction of levee 30, 13.9 miles July 1, 1951, to June 30, 1,98!,341 cubic yards 1, 164, 098. 23 long, about 12 miles west of Miami, 1952 (99 percent com- embankment. to intermediate height at eleva- pleted). tion 18 feet, and control structure 32A (3 percent completed at begin- ning of fiscal year). Construction ofsoutherly 21.1 miles July 1, 1951, to June 30, 818,365 cubic yards ex- 1, 228, 126. 38 of levee 40, located between the 1952 (70 percent cavation, 1,9;17,701 Hillsboro and West Palm Beach completed). cubic yards em- Canals, to intermediate height at bankment. elevation 24 feet (1 percent com- pleted at beginning of fiscal year). Construction of northern 21.7 miles July 1, 1951, to June 30, 2,802,272 cubic yards 884, 010.96 of canal and levee 8 and 2.1 miles 1952 (82 percent com- excavation. of tie-bank levee to final grade at pleted). elevation 24 feet and control struc- ture 7S (14 percent ccmpleted at beginning of fiscal year). Construction of control structure 39 Aug. 8, 1951, to June 143, 781. 44 between levees 40 and 36. 30, 1952 (98 percent completed). Compaction of poolside slopes of Feb. 25 to June 30, 43, 751.33 levees 30, 33, and 37, about 28.7 1952 (53 percent miles long, including $)08.1 for completed). tests performed to determine best method of accomplishment. Construction of northern 10.8 miles March 20 to June 30, 422,794 cubic yards 313, 513.17 of levee 31 to interim grade, slop- 1952 (50 percent embankment. ing from elevation 17.4 feet at completed). Tamiami Trail to elevation 14 feet at sotl end, -and control structures 24 and 24A. Construction of structure 11 in U. S. May 13 to June 30, 2, 918. 4 Highway 27 at south side of con- 1952 (2 percent com- servation area No. 2. pleted). Government cost preparatory to 128. 06 construction of structures 5A-E, 5A-W, and 5A-S, auxiliaries to structure 5A at intersection of levees 8 and 40. Removal of 1,025-foot shoal, with July 1, 1951, to June 612. 60 leased plant, from levee 8 canal 30, 1952 (18 percent near south tie-back levee and completed). borrow pit of south tie-back levee. Surveys, design, plans and speci- July 1, 1951, to June 334, 031.64 fications for project features (hired 30, 1952. labor). . Preparation of definite project report .-__ d o .... ........... 631, 694. 27 hired labor). Contract work in connection with . 20, 249. 85 preparation of definite prcject re- port. Division and district real estate .-.. do ... 1, 045.34 expense incident to procurement of rights-of-way and spoil-disposal areas by local interests (hired labor). Total, new work ........._.._ 5, 743, 808.14 Maintenance: Contract: Modification of existing levee cross July 1 to 8, 1951 (100 491 cubic yards exca- 9,057.40 sections, and paving lakeside percent completed). vatiorn. slopes and Lake Okeechobee levee crown, between Clewiston and South Bay, Division 2. (Begun January 15, 1951, and 99 percent completed at beginning of tscal year.) FLOOD CONTROL---JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 637 Work and locality Period Quantity Cost Maintenance-Continued Contract-Continued Modification of existing levee cross July 1 to 19, 1951 (100 29,497 cubic yards ex- $101, 433.01 sections, and paving lakeside percent completed). cavation; 32,426 slopes and Lake Okeechobee levee square yards pav- crown near Bacom Point, divi- ing. sion 2. (Begun May 7. 1951, and 60 percent completed at beginning of fiscal year.) Rock revetment repair of 750 linear June 3 to 28, 1952 (100 1,986 tons of 100- to 23, 227.46 feet of eroded bank along toe of percent completed). 500-pound granite dike on south bank St. Lucie stones. Canal, 1.2 miles above St. Lucie lock. Hired labor: Collection and compilation of Fiscal year--......------- ------------------- 24,372.19 meteorological data, stream gag- ing, and maintenance and opera- tion of meteorological instru- ments. Removal of obstructions from flood- 224.75 .....do.............-----.............----...-----------........ way channels constructed under previous projects and maintained under existing project. Periodic and miscellaneous surveys, ..... 2,270.52 do--.......................--------------........--.......- contingencies, and inspections or flood-control features constructed under previous project and main- tained under existing project. Patrol, inspection, and maintenance do................-------------------------........ ..... 40, 469.29 of levee slopes, ramps, protective planting and cattle fences, and maintenance of toe ditching, Lake Okeechobee levees (L-D1, L-D2, L-D3, 1--D4, and L-D9). Periodic inspections of completed ..... 449. 99 do........................................----------------- flood-control features constructed under existing project. Cleanout of ditch along landside toe 7,818.65 of levee (L-D9) on east shore be- tween culvert No. 11 and hurri- cane gate structure No. 5, 7.3 miles. Emergency cleanout of approach October 1951..-- .-- .---------------------- 2,956.55 channels landward of Lake Okee- chobee culverts 5, 5-A, 9, 11, 14, 16, 10-A, and 13. Reconstruction of about 0.5 mile of do ---------- .....--- -------- ------..................... 205.11 demolished fence along Fisheat- ing Creek levee extension, and spot repairs to other sections of fence damaged by floodwaters. Total maintenance---------............ 212, 484. 92 tAll elevations refer to mean-sea-level datum. Operation and care: The spillway at Ortona and St. Lucie locks, 5 hurricane gates on Lake Okeechobee, 16 drainage culverts through the west-, south-, and east-shore levees and 4 on the north shore of Lake Okeechobee, 16 drainage spillways along the St. Lucie Canal, and an intercommunicating radiotelephone network of 8 stations were operated and maintained. Payment to contractor for work accom- plished in prior fiscal year on hurricane gate No. 6 was $312.39. Hur- ricane gates Nos. 2 and 5 were dewatered and desilted by hired labor, and metal surfaces sandblasted and painted by contract between April 25, 1952, and June 3, 1952, at a cost of $17,750.19. Repair by contract of damaged gate and seal ring of culvert 11 was 1 percent completed at end of fiscal year, at a cost of $527.76. The costs for the year were $13,462.33 for operation, $36,354.92 for ordinary repairs, $226.99 for improvement and reconstruction, a total of $50,044.24. 245554-53--vol. 1 41 638 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The total costs for the year were as follows: Costs Funds Expenditures New work Mainte- nance Operation and care Total United States....-----..---------- 4, 864, 386.26 $212, 484. 92 $50, 044. 24 $5,126, 915. 42 $5, 098, 257. 11 Contributed...------------------ 879, 421. 88 .....----------------------- 879, 421.88 791,277.36 Total-----------------.......... 5, 743, 808.14 212, 484.92 50, 044.24 6, 006, 337.30 5, 889, 534.47 Regulation: Regulation of Lake Okeechobee during fiscal year 1952 consisted of maintaining lake stages as nearly as possible between ele- vations 13 and 15 feet,. mean-sea-level datum. Under that plan of regulation, which became effective May 29, 1951, the lake receded to a minimum elevation of 12.65 feet by June 12, 1951, thus providing adequate capacity for hurricane rainfall expected during the rainy season, June through October. A tropical disturbance of less than hurricane intensity moved inland over the west coast of Florida be- tween Fort Myers and Punta Gorda, and after centering over the Fisheating Creek basin during the morning of October 2, 1951, passed a short distance north of Lake Okeechobee. Associated rainfall over the lake during the storm averaged 10 inches. A maximum lake stage of 15.97 feet for the fiscal year occurred on October 14, 1951, as a result of heavy rainfall between September 28 and October 2, 1951. The maximum rise in stage of 1.64 feet occurred during the period October 2-8, 1951. A minimum stage of 12.75 feet for the year oc- curred on June 26, 1952. Average rainfall over Lake Okeechobee for fscal year 1952 was 50.8 inches with the heaviest rainfall (9.71 inches) occurring over the lake during October. Average observed pan evap- oration for the fiscal year was 62.03 inches. Average daily inflow from the tributary area varied from about 950 cubic feet a second on July 1, 1951, to 62,080 cubic feet a second on October 3, 1951, and totaled about 2,633,000 acre-feet for the year. The heavy inflow asso- ciated with the tropical disturbance of September 28 to October 2, 1951, made regulatory discharge from the lake necessary in order to lower the lake to the maximum desired elevation of 15 feet. Regu- latory discharge averaged 6,860 cubic feet a second through St. Lucie Canal from October 4 to November 10, 1951, and an average of 3,410 cubic feet a second through the Caloosahatchee River from October 15 to December 15, 1951. The discharge through the St. Lucie Canal was discontinued November 10, 1951, when the lake had been lowered to elevation 15.2 feet. Regulatory discharge through the Caloosa- hatchee River was delayed until October 15, 1951, to allow local flood- waters to run off, as the Caloosahatchee River was in flood stage below Ortona lock. Discharge, as effected through the Miami, North New River, Hillsboro, and West Palm Beach Canals, and various pump units, to meet agricultural demands and other purposes during the fis- cal year, varied from about 10 to 2,180 cubic feet a second. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The project was about 9 percent completed. The following features were constructed under previous projects FLOOD CONTROL-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 639 for the Okeechobee Waterway, Fla., and are maintained under this project: A levee 67.8 miles long from Fisheating Creek to St. Lucie Canal, following in general the south shore of the lake, January 1932 to March 1936; a north-shore levee 15.74 miles long, July 1936 to Feb- ruary 1938; the spillway at Ortona lock, November 1934 to August 1937; 4 auxiliary floodway channels extending into Lake Okeechobee at or near Liberty Point, mouth of Fisheating Creek, mouth of Kissim- mee River, and mouth 'of Taylor Creek, June 1932 to February 1938; 5 hurricane gates through the levees at entrance to canals at Clewiston, Lake Harbor, South Bay, Canal Point, and Taylor Creek, November 1933 to December 1936; 16 drainage culverts through the west-, south-, and east-shore levees, and 4 similar culverts through the north-shore levee, December 1933 to December 1936; and 16 drainage spillways at drainage openings along the banks of the St. Lucie Canal, November 1934 to September 1935. Planning for the existing project was begun in November 1948 and has been continued. Construction has been accomplished as follows Levee 35A, 6 miles long to intermediate height at 20 feet, January to July 1950; levees 35 and 36, 16.2 miles long to intermediate height at elevation 20 feet, March 1950 to May 1951; canal 42, 5.4 miles long, June to August 1950; levee 43, 1,400 feet long, September to October 1950 (severely damaged during October 1951 flood; must be recon- structed in part and extended); levees 33 and 37, 14.8 miles long to intermediate height at elevation 18 feet and culverts 32 and 34, March 1951 to February 1952. Culvert 32A was completed in October 1951. On January 1, 1952, levees 35, 35A, and 36, and canal 42 were trans- ferred to the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District for maintenance. At the end of the fiscal year levees 8, 30, 31, and 40, and structures 11, 24A, and 39 were under construction, and structures 5A-E, 5A-W, 5A-S, 24, 29, 76, machinery for pump station 5-A and part of canal 9 were under contract. The work remaining to be done to complete the project is complete construction of features under contract and all remaining works described in the paragraph "Existing Project." The costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, have been as follows: Costs Funds Expenditures New work Mainte- Operation Total nance and care United States---------------............... $8, 563, 418.49 $902, 606.62 $86, 993. 79 $9,553,018.90 $8, 702,980. 28 Contributed.... -............... 1, 207, 777.43 ..--- ------------------- 1, 207, 777.43 1, 119, 632. 91 Total........----------------....... 9, 771,195.92 902, 606.62 86, 993.79 10, 760, 796.33 9,822, 613.19 Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended at the end of the fiscal year, $6,130,101.81, plus accounts receivable, $1,002,256.50, an allotment for new work, $4,974,000, an allotment derived from con- tributed funds, $1,393,300, and an allotment for regular maintenance, $90,000, a total of $13,589,658.31, will be applied as follows: 640 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Accounts payable---------------------------- . $940, 439. 64 New work: Excess funds contributed or to be contributed by local interests and credited to their account-------_. 957, 954. 00 Continue, by hired labor and contract, engineer- ing studies, field investigations and prepara- tion of definite project report, July 1952- June 1953---------------------------- $36, 370. 00 Continue by hired labor surveys and prepara- tion of plans and specifications, July 1952- June 1953----------------------------- $536, 370. 00 Hired labor expense in connection with local interest's procurement of lands- ----------- 1, 000. 00 Hired labor and leased plant removal of shoals in levee 8 and extension of levee 8 July- September 1952-------------- ----------- 16, 008. 00 Continue and complete or partially complete, by contract, construction of levees 8, 30, 40, 31 (north 10.8 miles), section 3 of canal 9, structures 5A-E, 5A-W, 5A-S, 11, 24, 24A, 29, 32A, 39, and 76, machinery for pump sta- tion 5A, and compaction of poolside slopes on levees 30, 33, and 37, July 1952-June 1953-- 4, 014, 591. 00 Begin and complete or partially complete, by contract, construction of sections 1 and 2 of canal 9, extension of levee 43 part 1 of levee 1, canals 11, 12, 13, pump stations 9 and 13, structures 33 and 36 and levee 7, Septem- ber 1952-June 1953----- ------------- 6, 574, 086.00 Additional cost incurred in prior fiscal year on levees 33 and 37------------------------3, 493. 08 11, 590, 865.08 Maintenance : Patrol, inspect, and maintain levee slopes, ramps, crown roads, protective plantings, and cattle fences during the fiscal year ... 39, 700. 00 Repair, by hired labor, levee slopes and levee crown road from St. Lucie lock to Arundel Shops, October 1952_ ._._ _.._ _ ... 2, 800. 00 Place rock and marl material, by hired labor, to repair fire damages to the landside toe of Division 2 levee for about 2,200 linear feet, November 1952__-------------.-- 2,500.00 Cleanout, by hired labor, hyacinths and other growth from approach channels landward of culverts Nos. 5, 5A, 9, 11, 16, 14, 10A, and 13 to facilitate the runoff of floodwaters, as required during the fiscal year.... __...._ 1, 800. 00 Collect and compile meteorological data, stream gaging, and maintain and operate meteorological instruments during the fiscal year------------------------------ 18, 000. 00 Operate a system of meteorological and hydro- logical stations during the fiscal year__... 1, 500.00 Remove floating and submerged obstructions from floodway channels by hired labor, as required during the fiscal year __ __-... 500. 00 Periodic surveys and inspections of flood-con- trol features__ __ 1, 000. 00 Inspect completed features of the project as required during the fiscal year . 299. 59 Review applications submitted to the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District for permits to cover structures connecting with facilities of the Central and Southern Florida project______ __ 2,500. 00 FLOOD CONTROL--JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 641 Maintenance-Continued Operation and care of spillways, control struc- tures, and protective works: Operation -_---------------- ------- $3, 600. 00 Ordinary maintenance and repairs-------- 25, 700. 00 Improvement and reconstruction___---------- 500. 00 $100, 399.59 Total for all work-- -- -___--_-_- ----- - - 13, 589, 658. 31 The sum of $6,105,000 together with $1,005,600 to be contributed by local interests, a total of $7,110,600, can be profitably expended for the following schedule of work during fiscal year 1954: New work: Continue, by hired labor and contract, engineering studies, field investigations, surveys, preparation of definite project report, and preparation of plans and specifications during fiscal year 1954 .--.----- $1, 000, 000 Continue and complete, by contract, levee 7 and begin and partially complete, levees 15, 14, 12, 19, and 20 and pump station 6, July 1953 to June 1954 .---- 6, 005, 600 $7,005,600 Maintenance: Patrol, inspect, and maintain levee slopes, ramps, crown roads, protective planting, and cattle fences during the fiscal year ------------------------- 34, 000 Cleanout, by hired labor, ditch along landside toe of levee on the east shore of Lake Okeechobee in Divi- sion 9 between culvert No. 11 and hurricane gate structure No. 5 to facilitate runoff into Lake Okee- chobee during flood periods, as required during the fiscal year-------- -------- ------------- 6, 000 Cleanout, by hired labor, hyacinths and other growth from approach channels landward of culverts Nos. 5, 5A, 9, 11, 16, 14, 10A, and 13 to facilitate the runoff of flood waters, as required during the fiscal year ---------------------------------------- 1,800 Remove silt and sand material from approach chan- nels of hurricane gate structures Nds. 3, 4, 5, and 6 during fiscal year----------------------------- 7, 000 Collect and compile meteorological data, stream gaging, and maintain and operate meteorological in- struments during fiscal year -------------------- 15, 000 Operate a system of meteorological and hydrological stations during fiscal year- __ -- - -__ _____- 1, 500 Remove floating and submerged obstructions from floodway channels, by hired labor, as required during fiscal year ---------------------------- - 700 Periodic surveys and inspections of flood-control features------------- .1------------------------ 1, 000 Inspect completed features of the project as required during fiscal year_ .__-.. ______--_____- - 500 Review applications submitted to the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District for per- mits to cover structures connecting with facilities of the Central and Southern Florida project, fiscal year 1954--- --------------------------- ---- 3,000 Operation and care of spillways, control structures, and protective works: Operation ------------------------------- 4, 000 Ordinary maintenance and repairs --. ------- 30, 000 Improvement and reconstruction---.... ------- -500 105, 00 Total for all work----...... ----------- ---------- 7,110, 600 642 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary UNITED STATES FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30-- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated......--------- -----...............- ----------- $1,500,000.00 $6,300,000.00 $6,000,000.00 $13, 800,000.00 Cost------------............ $2, 110. 37 728, 740. 63 2, 968, 181. 23 4, 864,386. 26 8, 563, 418. 49 ---------- Expenditures ......-------............--............ 503, 016. 03 2, 601,481.47 4,653, 940. 96 7, 758, 438. 46 Maintenance: Appropriated ............ ------------ ------------......... 900, 000. 00 100, 000. 00 1,000. 000. 00 Cost--................. ............ --........ 727, 071.25 262, 529. 16 989, 600. 41 Expenditures--.........-_ ......-.............. ............ 500, 225. 67 444, 316. 15 944, 541.82 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952_ __---____-- $2, 693, 239. 38 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953_- ---- ___ 4, 974, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953_________ 7, 667, 239. 38 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project--------------------------77, 571, 900. 00 CONTRIBUTED FUNDS Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated------.........---------120, 000. 00 $505, 740,00 $697,325.00 $829, 650.00 $2, 152, 715.00 Cost...----__------__----_-------- -117, 889.63 507, 850.37 -297,384.45 879, 421.88 1, 207, 777. 43 Expenditures----------------- 117, 889. 63 507,850. 37 -297.384.45 791, 277. 36 1, 119, 632.91 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 -___-___-________-- $377, 407. 58 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953--------............ 1, 393, 300. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 ..------- 1, 770, 707. 58 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project------------------------- 11, 914,285. 00 26. SNAGGING AND CLEARING UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 2 OF THE FLOOD CONTROL ACT APPROVED AUGUST 28, 1937, AS AMENDED The Flood Control Act approved August 28, 1937, as amended by the Flood Control Acts approved August 11, 1939, August 18,. 1941, and July 24, 1946, authorized the allotment from flood-control appro- priations, of funds not to exceed $1,000,000 for any one fiscal year, for the removal of accumulated snags and other debris from, and the clear- ing and straightening of channels in navigable streams and tribu- taries thereof when such work is advisable in the interest of flood con- trol; provided that not more than $50,000 shall be allotted for this purpose for any single tributary from the appropriations for any one fiscal year. The unexpended balance June 30, 1951, $18,954.93, less $4,302.16 revoked during the fiscal year, a net total of $14,652.77, was available for work under this heading. Mills Creek (near Callahan, Fla.) : Removal, by Government plant and hired labor, of 17,286 obstructions over 16 miles of creek, July 2 to-Aiigust 31, 1951, cost $7,212.16. FLOOD CONTROL--JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 643 Withlacoochee River: Removal, by hired labor, of four fallen trees and log jam at Seaboard Railroad bridge early-in the fiscal year cost $1,543.74. The total cost for the fiscal year was $8,755.90. The expenditures were $14,652.77. The total costs and expenditures under this heading to June 30, 1952, have been $206,544.35 for new work. In addition, $35,000 were ex- pended from contributed funds for new work. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30,1952. includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: ------- Appropriated......... $95,700.00 $38.289.30 .. $27, 000.00 ..----------- -$4, 302.16 1$206, 544. 35 Cost--------------- 97, 790. 54 27, 538.34 $1,429.20 23, 474.40 8, 755. 90 1206, 544.35 Expenditures- 101, 808.01 27, 538.35 1,429.20 17, 577.53 14, 652. 77 1 206, 544. 35 1 In addition, $35,000 were expended from contributed funds. 27. PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS, SURVEYS, AND CONTINGENCIES FOR FLOOD CONTROL The costs during the year were $3,114.69. The expenditures were $4,093.87. The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $1,409.16 plus allot- ment for fiscal year 1953 of $7,000, a total of $8,409.16, will be applied during fiscal year 1953 to the payment of accounts payable, $72.95, and expenses to be incurred under this heading. The additional sum of $29,700 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, include ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated_--.---- $115, 000.00 $75, 000.00 $31, 200.00 $12, 000. 00 $1, 700.00 $556,771.00 Cost....-------------- 116, P52. 58 64, 198. 07 3q,610.62 19,3 3.45 3, 114.69 555, 434.79 Expenditures---------......... 127,821.60 65, 476. 76 35, 069. 88 22, 241.85 4,093.87 555, 361.84 28. PLANT ALLOTMENT, JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT (FLOOD CONTROL) Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated------.....----------............1$128,500.00 .........--.......-----------------------.... ............-------- $128, 500. 00 Cost----...............-----------------....-------- ------------ ------------------- ----------- ---------------- i Expenditures----.......-------...-----... 115,825.08 -$6, 059.47 -$2, 149. 16 $20, 883. 5 128,500. 00 1 Advanced by the Savannah, Ga., District. 2 $128,500 returned to Savannah, Ga., District, and the assets and liabilities of this flood control project transferred during the year to navigation plant allotment of the Jacksonville District. 644 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 29. INACTIVE FLOOD-CONTROL PROJECTS For last Cost and expenditures to Estimated full report June 30, 1952 amount Name of project see annual required report to com- for New work Maintenance plete 1. Emergency flood-control work under authority of the Flood Control Act approved Aug. 18, 1941. 1948 $4,244.61 (1) 2. Emergency flood-control work under authority of Public Laws Nos. 138 and 318, 78th Cong., Public Law No. 75, 79th Cong., and Public Laws Nos. 102 and 858, 80th Congress-------......... 1951- ---.. 1,184, 300.00 (1) I Completed. 30. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIVITIES Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions trans- Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to Do. meudatnn Congress Apopka Lake, Fla., Oklawaha River and connecting waterways. Broward County, Fla., in vicinity River and Harbor Act, Mar. 2, 1945. Senate Committee on Pub- --------------- --------------- -- --- -- --------- of Hollywood, Intracoastal lic Works resolution, Jan. Waterway (Jacksonville to 6, 1950. Miami), for flood control. D o .............- ..---.... .. . House Committee on Pub- --------------- ---- ---- lic Works resolution, Feb. 17, 1950. Bucani River and tributaries, Flood Control Act, Aug. --------------- - -- --- --- Puerto Rico. 18, 1941. Central and Southern Florida, Senate Committee on Pub- --------------- ---- ---- (Martin County), for flood con- lic Works resolution, July trol. 22, 1950. Chico River and tributaries, Flood Control Act, Aug. --------------- - --- -- -- Puerto Rico. 18, 1941. Cocoa, Fla., waterway from Indian River and Harbor Act, --------------- --- --- --- River to St. Johns River at Mar. 2, 1945. Palatka, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canal- ized channels, etc. Corkscrew River (Horse Creek), Senate Committee on Pub- --------------- Estero River, Imperial River, lic Works resolution, ------ -- Gordon River, Rock Creek, Mar. 4, 1950. Hendry Creek, Mulock Creek, and Six Mile Creek Slough, Fla., for flood control. Dexter Lake, Fla., interconnecting River and Harbor Act, --------------- waterway to Lake Harris, Fla., Mar. 2, 1945. Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized chan- nels. Dora Lake, Fla., Oklawaha River, .....do--------.................... --------------- Fla., and connecting waterways. Eau Gallie, Fla., waterway from .....-- do ................... --------------- Indian River to St. Johns River at Palatka, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Estero River, Imperial River, Senate Committee on Pub- --------------- Corkscrew River (Horse Creek), lic Works resolution, Mar. Gordon River, Rock Creek, 4, 1950. Hendry Creek, Mulock Creek, and Six Mile Creek Slough, Fla., for flood control. Eustis Lake, Fla., Oklawaha River and Harbor Act, --------------- River, Fla., from Lake Apopka Mar. 2, 1945. through Lake Dora to Lake Eustis, etc. Eustis Lake Oklawaha River, to ---..... do------- ..................... Lake Griffin, thence to Silver Springs Run, Fla. FLOOD CONTROL-JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 645 Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions-Continued Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendatio Congress Flagler, Putnam, and St. Johns Flood Control Act, May Counties, Fla., streams in, for 17, 1950. flood control. Florida, Central & Southern, Senate Committee on Pub- ------ ------ Martin Co. lic Works resolution, July 22, 1950. Florida east coast, interlocking River and Harbor Act, open-river and canalized chan- Mar. 2, 1945. nels having a depth of 12 feet and suitable width, through rivers and lakes and by land cuts, for navigation, flood control, and water conservation. Gordon River, Estero River, Senate Committee on Pub- Imperial River, Corkscrew River lic Works resolution, Mar. (Horse Creek), Rock Creek, 4, 1950. Hendry Creek, Mulock Creek, and Six Mile Creek Slough, Fla., for flood control. Griffin Lake to Lake Eustis, River and Harbor Act, Oklawaha River, and to Silver Springs Run, Fla. Mar. 2, 1945. M----- -------------- --- Hendry Creek, Estero River, Imperial River, Corkscrew River Senate Committee on Pub- lic Works resolution, Mar. ------------ ---------- (Horse Creek), Gordon River, 4, 1950. Rock Creek, Mulock Creek, and Six Mile Creek Slough, Fla., for flood control. Hollywood, Fla., in Broward Senate Committee on Pub- County, Intracoastal Waterway, lic Works resolution, Jan. (Jacksonville to Miami), for flood 6, 1950. control. Do.---- ------------ House Committee on Pub- ---------------I------------ lic Works resolution, Feb. 17, 1950. Imperial River, Estero River, Senate Committee on Pub- --------------- ------------ Corkscrew River (Horse Creek), lic Works resolution, Mar. Gordon River, Rock Creek, 4, 1950. Hendry Creek, Mulock Creek, and Six Mile Creek Slough, Fla., for flood control. Indian River, Fla., from Sebastian, River and Harbor Act, Melbourne, Eau Gallie, Cocoa, Mar. 2, 1945. or such other locality most suit- able, to St. Johns River at Palatka, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canal- ized channels, etc. Indian River to St. Johns River, Rivers and Harbors Com- channel from Sanford to Titus- mittee resolution, Jan. ville, Fla. 27, 1937. Intracoastal Waterway (Jackson- Senate Committee on Pub- ville to Miami) in vicinity of lic Works resolution, Jan. Hollywood, Fla., Broward 6, 1950. County, Fla., for flood control. Do............................. House Committee on Pub- --------------- lic Works resolution, Feb. 17, 1950. Kissimmee River, Fla ........... _ River and Harbor Act, --------------- Mar. 2, 1945. Kissimmee River, Fla., from Lake ..--... do--.................. ---------- m Tohopekaliga to Lake Okeecho- bee and the Okeechobee Cross- Florida Canal, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canal- ized channels, etc. Kissimmee River, Fla., waterway River and Harbor Act, from St. Johns River to Kissim- Aug. 30, 1935. mee River and thence to Okee- chobee Cross-Florida Canal. Lake Apopka, Fla., Oklawaha River and Harbor Act, River from Lake Apopka through Mar. 2, 1945. Lake Dora to Lake Eustis and adjoining waterways. 646 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Lake Dexter, Fla., from St. Johns River and Harbor Act, ...... River to Leesburg on Lake Mar. 2, 1945. Harris, Florida east coast, inter- locking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Lake Dora, Fla., Oklawaha River do ...--------- ..... ----. from Lake Apopka through Lake Dora to Lake Eustis and adjoin- ing waterways. Lake Eustis, Fla., Oklawaha ..... ---------------- I--------- do.... River from Lake Apopka through Lake Dora to Lake Eustis and adjoining waterways. Lake Eustis, Fla., Oklawaha River ... do ----------------- from Lake Eustis to Lake Griffin and thence to Silver Springs Run. Lake Griffin, Fla., Oklawaha do ...-- .------------- ------ River from Lake Eustis to Lake Griffin and thence to Silver Springs Run. Lake Harris, Fla., Leesburg to _--- do----------- - Lake Tohopekaliga, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Lake Harris, Fla., to St. Johns do---------------------- ---.... River near Lake Dexter, or to Wekiwa (Wekiva) River, thence to St. Johns River, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Lake Okeechobee, Fla., from do---- ... ----.... -- Okeechobee Cross Florida Canal via Kissimmee River and Lake Tohopekaliga to Oklawaha, St. Johns, and Indian Rivers, Flor- ida east coast, interlocking open- river and canalized channels, etc. Lake Tohopekaliga, Fla., to Lees- . do ...-------- ----- .--------- .I burg on Lake Harris, Florida east coast, interlocking open- river and canalized channels, etc. Lake Tohopekaliga, Fla., to Okee- d o-.......................... ..... chobee Cross-Florida Canal via the Kissimmee River and Lake Okeechobee, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canal- ized channels, etc. Lake Tohopekaliga, Fla., to St. ..... - . - ..-- do ....................... .....--------- Johns River and thence to Titus- ville, Florida east coast inter- locking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Leesburg, on Lake Harris, Fla., ..... do.... .... ....... . . ........................ to Lake Tohopekaliga, Florida east coast, interlocking open- river and canalized channels, etc. Manatee River, Fla., for flood Flood Control Act, May control. 17, 1950. Martin County (Central and Senate Committee on Pub- Southern Florida), for flood con- lic Works resolution, July trol. 22, 1950 Melbourne, Fla., waterway from River and Harbor Act, Indian River to St. Johns River Mar. 2, 1945. at Palatka, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river river and canalized channels, etc. Miami River, and Central and Senate Committee on Pub- Southern Florida, locks and dam lic Works resolution, Mar. in Miami River. 12, 1949. Mulock Creek, Estero River, Senate Committee on Pub- Imperial River, Corkscrew River, lic Works resolution, Mar. (Horse Creek), Gordon River, 4, 1950. Rock Creek, Hendry Creek, and Six Mile Creek Slough, Fla., for flood control. FLOOD CONTROL--JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 647 Status of al investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Okeechobee Cross Florida Canal, River and Harbor Act, j-----------...............I. interconnecting waterway to Mar. 2, 1945. Lake Tohopekaliga, via Lake Okeechobee and the Kissimmee River, Florida east coast, inter- locking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Okeechobee Cross-Florida Canal, River and Harbor Act, .. waterway from St. Johns River Aug. 30, 1935. to Kissimmee River and thence to Okeechobee Cross-Florida Canal. Okeechobee Lake, Fla., intercon- River and Harbor Act, ............... necting waterways to Lake Mar. 2, 1945. Tohopekaliga and to the Okee- chobee Cross-Florida Canal, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized chan- nels, etc. Oklawaha River and its tributa- ....do----...................------- .. ----... --.... ries, Florida, for navigation, flood control, and related pur- poses. Oklawaha River and its tributa- Flood Control Act, Dec. ------------- ------------ ries, Fla., and of adjacent areas 22, 1944. in Alachua and Marion Coun- ties, Florida. Oklawaha River, Fla., from Lake River and Harbor Act, --------------- I------------ Apopka through Lake Dora to Mar. 2, 1945. Lake Eustis and adjoining water- ways. Oklawaha River, Fla., from Lake .... do .................... Eustis to Lake Griffin, and thence from Lake Griffin to Silver Springs Run. Orange Lake Basin, Fla.. ..--------River and Harbor Act, Mar. 2, 1945. Palatka, Fla., St. Johns River --... do-.....-------------- to Indian River at Sebastian, Melbourne, Eau Gallie, Cocoa, or such other locality most suit- able, Florida east coast, inter- locking open-river and canalized channels, etc. Peace River, Fla................... ----... do-----.----.......--- Nov. 6,1951--..------- Unfavor- able. Portuguez River and tributaries, Flood Control Act, Aug. Puerto Rico. 18, 1941. Putnam, Flagler, and St. Johns Flood Control Act, May Counties, Fla., streams in, for 17, 1950. flood control. Rice Creek, Fla., a tributary of Flood Control Act, June Jan. 17,1952 -----............ Do. St. Johns River, Fla. 30, 1948. Rock Creek, Estero River, Im- Senate Committee on Pub- perial River, Corkscrew River lic Works resolution, Mar. (Horse Creek), Gordon River, 4, 1950. Hendry Creek, Mulock Creek, and Six Mile Creek Slough, Fla., for flood control. St. Augustine Harbor and vicinity, Senate Committee on Pub- Florida, reduction of damage in lic Works resolution, Feb. Matanzas Bay. 15, 1951. St. Johns, Flagler, and Putnam Flood Control Act, May Counties, Fla., streams in, for 17, 1950. flood control. St. Johns River, Fla., to Indian River and Harbor Act, River at Titusville, and to Mar. 2, 1945. Lake Tohopekaliga, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. 648 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress St. Johns River, Fla., near Lake River and Harbor Act, Dexter, to Leesburg on Lake Mar. 2, 1945. Harris, or alternatively via the Wekiwa (Wekiva) River, Florida east coast, interlock- ing open-river and canalized channels, etc. St. Johns River, Fla., from Pa- ....---- do------------................................-------- latka to Indian River at Sebas- tian, Melbourne, Eau Gallie, Cocoa, or such other locality most suitable, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels, etc. St. Johns River, Fla., waterway River and Harbor Act, --------------- ----------- from St. Johns River to Kis- Aug. 30, 1935. simmee River and thence to Okeechobee Cross-Florida Ca- nal. St. Johns River, Fla., channel Rivers and Harbors Com- -------------- ---------- from Sanford to Indian River, mittee resolution, Jan. near Titusville. 27, 1937. Sanford, Fla., channel from St. ---.....do..--------------- ---- ---- ---------- l-- r------ - Johns River to Indian River near Titusville. Sebastian Fla., waterway from River and Harbor Act, Indian River to St. Johns Mar. 2, 1945. River at Palatka, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open- river and canalized channels, etc. Silver Springs Run, Fla., Okla- do------------................................---I------- ..... waha River from Lake Eustis to Lake Griffin and thence to Silver Springs Run. Six Mile Creek Slough, Estero Senate Committee on River, Imperial River, Cork- Public Works resolu- screw River (Horse Creek), tion, Mar. 4, 1950. Gordon River, Rock Creek, Hendry Creek, and Mulock Creek, Fla., for flood control. Streams in St. Johns, Flagler, Flood Control Act, May and Putnam Counties, Fla., 17, 1950. for flood control. Suwanee River, Fla. and Ga., for navigation, flood control, Sec. 1, River and Harbor Act, Jan. 21, 1927. ---.--- ------- ---------- --- power and irrigation (308 re- port). Suwannee River, Ga. and Fla., River and Harbor Act, with a view to improvement Mar. 2, 1945. in the interest of navigation and flood control. Suwannee River, Fla., from Flood Control Act, Apr. --------------- Florida-Georgia State line to 10, 1936. Gulf of Mexico. Titusville, Fla., channel from Rivers and Harbors Com- --------------- Indian River to St. Johns River mittee resolution, Jan. at Sanford. 27, 1937. Titusville, Fla., from Indian River and Harbor Act, River to St. Johns River and Mar. 2, 1945. thence to Lake Tohopekaliga, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized chan- nels, etc. Tohopekaliga Lake, intercon- do----------------.....................----.............. ..... necting waterway to Okeecho- bee Cross-Florida Canal, via the Kissimmee River and Lake Okeechobee, Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels having depth of 12 feet, etc. FLOOD CONTROL---JACKSONVILLE, FLA., DISTRICT 649 Status of all investigations for flood control called for by flood control acts and committee resolutions-Continued Date trans- Document Recom- Locality Authorization act mitted to No. mendation Congress Tohopekaliga Lake, interconnect- River and Harbor Act, .--...........-..........-- ing waterway to the St. Johns Mar. 2, 1945. River, Fla., Florida east coast, interlocking open-river and canalized channels having depth of 12 feet, etc. Wekiwa (Wekiva) River, Fla., River and Harbor Act, ........................... from St. Johns River to Lees- Mar. 2, 1945. burg on Lake Harris, Florida east coast, interlocking open- river and canalized channels, etc. Withlacoochee River, Fla-------........--. Flood Control Act, June .............-............ 22, 1936. Withlacoochee River, Fla., for Sec. 1, River and Harbor -.............. ............ navigation, flood control, power, Act, Jan. 21, 1927. and irrigation (308 report). Withlacoochee River, Fla. (final Rivers and Harbors Com- report). mittee resolution, May 20, 1942. IMPROVEMENT OF RIVERS AND HARBORS IN THE MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT This district comprises a small portion of southeastern Tennessee, western Georgia, western Florida, all of Alabama south of the Ten- nessee River Basin, eastern Mississippi, and a small portion of south- eastern Louisiana embraced in the drainage basins tributary to the Gulf of Mexico, west of the Aucilla River Basin, to and including the Pearl River Basin. It includes the sections of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway from St. Marks River, Fla., to Lake Borgne Light No. 41, Louisiana. District engineer: Col. W. K. Wilson, Jr., Corps of Engineers. Division engineer of the South Atlantic Division, Atlanta, Ga., comprising the Wilmington, N. C., Charleston, S. C., Savannah, Ga., Jacksonville, Fla., and Mobile, Ala., districts: Col. C. K. Harding, Corps of Engineers. IMPROVEMENTS Navigation Navigation-Continued Page Page 1. Gulf Intracoastal Waterway 22. Emergency channel work for between Apalachee Bay, navigation under authority Fla., and the Mexican bor- of section 3 of the River der (Mobile District) .... 652 and Harbor Act approved 2. Apalachicola, Chattahoochee, March 2, 1945 -.. . 702 and Flint Rivers, Ga. and Fla----------------- 656 Flood control 3. Port St. Joe Harbor, Fla ... 662 4. Panama City Harbor, Fla_-_ 664 23. Allatoona Reservoir, Coosa 5. East Pass Channel from the River Basin, Ga 702 Gulf of Mexico into Choc- 24. Snagging and clearing under tawhatchee Bay, Fla ---- 666 authority of Section 2 of 6. Pensacola Harbor, Fla ..... 667 the Flood Contrbl Act ap- 7. Mobile Harbor, Ala ...-- 669 proved August 28, 1937, as 8. Removing the water hya- amended__-- 704 cinth, Mobile District .-. 673 25. Preliminary examinations, 9. Alabama-Coosa Rivers, Ala. surveys, and contingencies and Ga-------------- 675 for flood control - 705 10. Black Warrior, Warrior, and 26. Inactive flood-control proj- Tombigbee Rivers, Ala _ - 678 ects----------------- 706 11. Waterway connecting the 27. Miscellaneous activities -- 706 Tombigbee and Tennessee 28. Emergency bank protection Rivers, Ala. and Miss . -- 684 under authority of Section 12. Pascagoula Harbor, Miss_ 686 14 of the Flood Control 13. Pascagoula River, Miss . 688 Act approved July 24, 14. Harrison County, Missis- 1946---------------- 708 sippi, shore protection 29. Emergency flood-control project___----------- 689 work under authority of 15. Biloxi Harbor, Miss __-_. 690 Section 210 of the Flood 16. Gulfport Harbor, Miss .... 693 Control Act approved May 17. Pearl River, Miss. and La_ 694 17, 1950----------- 709 18. Examinations, surveys, and 30. Emergency flood-control contingencies (general) __ 697 work under authority of 19. Plant allotments------ 697 Section 205 of the Flood 20. Inactive navigation projects_ 698 Control Act approved June 21. Miscellaneous activities- -- 698 30, 1948, as amended 710 651 652 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 1. GULF INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY BETWEEN APALACHEE BAY, FLA., AND THE MEXICAN BORDER (MOBILE DISTRICT) Location.-This section of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway ex- tends generally westward from Apalachee Bay through Ochlocko- nee Bay, Ochlockonee, Crooked, and Carrabelle Rivers, and St. George Sound to Apalachicola Bay; thence through Apalachicola River, Jackson River, Lake Wimico, Searcy Creek, a land cut, and Wetappo Creek to St. Andrew Bay, Fla.; thence through a land cut to Choctawhatchee Bay, Fla.; thence through Santa Rosa Sound to Pensacola Bay, Fla.; thence through Big Lagoon and Old River, Fla., Perdido Bay, Fla. and Ala., Bay La Lanche, Wolfe Bay, Portage Creek, Oyster Bay, and Bon Secour Bay, Ala., to Mobile Bay, Ala.; thence through Mississippi Sound, Miss., and Lake Borgne, La., to the Rigolets. Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Acts ap- proved May 23, 1828, and July 25, 1912, for the section between Mobile Bay and Mississippi Sound. For further details see page 906, an- nual report for 1930. Existing project.-This provides for a waterway 12 feet deep and 125 feet wide at mean low water from Apalachee Bay, Fla., to Mobile Bay, Ala., and 12 feet deep and 150 feet wide from Mobile Bay, 'Ala., to the Rigolets, La. (Lake Borgne Light No. 41); for a tributary channel (the Gulf County Canal), 9 feet deep, 100 feet wide, and about 6 miles long connecting the Intracoastal Waterway at White City, Fla., with St. Joseph Bay; and for the construction of a movable span in the Georgia, Florida & Alabama Railroad bridge crossing the Ochlockonee River near McIntyre, Fla. Length of the waterway between the 12-foot depth contour in Apalachee Bay and Lake Borgne Light No. 41 at the Rigolets is 379 miles. The estimated cost of new work, revised in 1952, is $6,692,000. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $246,000. .The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents APALACHICOLA BAY TO ST. MARKS RIVER, FLA Aug. 26,1937 A channel 9 feet and 100 feet wide at mean low water H. Doc. 291, 75th Cong., 1st sess.' from Apalachicola Bay, Fla., via St. George Sound. Carrabelle, Crooked, and Ochlockonee Rivers and Ochlockonee and Apalachee Bays to St. Marks River, Fla. APALACHICOLA RIVER TO ST. ANDREW BAY, FLA. June 25,1910 A channel 5 feet deep at mean low water and 65 feet H. Doc. 670, 61st Cong., 2d sess. wide at the bottom. (2) A channel 9 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet Rivers and Harbors Committee wide at the bottom. Doc. 52, 72d Cong., 2d sess.1 CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY TO WEST BAY, FLA. Aug. 30,1935 A channel 9 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet H. Doc. 259, 72d Cong., 1st sess.t wide at the bottom. June 25,1910 A channel 6 feet deep at mean low water, with no H. Doc. 565, 61st Cong., 2d sess. reference to width. See footnotes at end of table. RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 653 Acts Work authorized Documents CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY TO PENSACOLA BAY, FLA. Aug. 30,1935 A channel 9 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet Rivers and Harbors Committee wide at the bottom. Doc. 42, 73d Cong., 2d sess.' PENSACOLA BAY, FLA., TO MOBILE BAY, ALA. July 3,1930 A channel 9 feet deep at mean low water and 100 feet H. Doc. 42, 71st Cong., 1st sess. wide at the bottom. MOBILE BAY, ALA., TO NEW ORLEANS, LA. Do....... A channel 300 feet wide and 10 feet deep from the 10- Rivers and Harbors Committee foot contour in Mobile Bay to the 10-foot contour Doc. 4, 71st Cong., 1st sess.1 in Mississippi Sound. Do-....... A channel 100 feet wide and 9 feet deep from Lake H. Doc. 341, 71st Cong., 2d sess. Pontchartrain to Mississippi Sound. APALACHEE BAY, FLA., TO NEW ORLEANS, LA. July 23,1942 A channel 12 feet deep and 125 feet wide at mean low Public Law 675, 77th Cong., and water, except in the section between Mobile, Ala., H. Doc. 96, 79th Cong., 1st sess. and New Orleans, La., where the width is to be 150 feet. June 17,1943 Conditional acquisition of Gulf County Canal, Fla., H. Doc. 257, 76th Cong., 1st sess., and enlargement of the canal to 9 feet deep and 100 and Public Law 75, 78th Cong., feet wide. 1st sess. 1 Mar. 2,1945 Construction of a movable span in the Georgia, Flo- H. Doc. 442, 76th Cong., 1st sess. rida & Alabama R. R. bridge crossing the Ochlock- onee River. May 17,1950 Abandonment and closure of original channel be- H. Doc. 325, 81st Cong., 1st sess.' tween Big Lagoon and Pensacola Bay and con- struction of a new channel to enter the bay north of original entrance. 1 Contain the latest published maps. 2 E. R. A. Act, May 28, 1935, and River and Harbor Act, Aug. 30, 1935. Local cooperation.-The requirements of local cooperation for this project have been fully complied with except for the section from Apalachee Bay to Carrabelle, Fla. The requirements of local cooperation for the section from Apalachee Bay to Carrabelle, Fla., provide that local interests under- take all necessary modifications of bridges over the waterway, except the construction of a movable span in the Georgia, Florida & Alabama Railroad bridge over the Ochlockonee River near McIntyre, Fla., furnish, free of cost to the United States, necessary rights-of-way and suitable spoil-disposal areas for new work and for subsequent mainte- nance as required, and release the United States from all claims for damages incidental to the work of improvement. Conditions of local cooperation required by the 9- by 100-foot project authorized by the River and Harbor Act of August 26, 1937, were fulfilled with the exception of the provision concerning alteration of the Georgia, Flor- ida & Alabama Railroad bridge at McIntyre, Fla., which condition was removed by authority of the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945. Local interests were notified January 9, 1951, of the condi- tions of local cooperation as altered by the authorization of a 12- by 125-foot waterway in Public Law 675, Seventy-seventh Congress (July 23, 1942) and by revised regulations pertaining to bridge clear- ances across the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. Terminal facilities.-Terminal facilities available for public use are located at Carrabelle, Apalachicola, Panama City, and Pensacola, Fla.; Mobile and Bayou La Batre, Ala.; Pascagoula, Biloxi, Gulf- 245554-53-vol. 1------42 654 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 port, Pass .Christian, and Bay St. Louis, Miss. These facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Repairs to the erosion protective works on the Choctawhatchee Bay-West Bay section of the waterway were carried on by Government plant and hired labor from July 24 to 31, 1951, and January 2 to June 30, 1952, at a cost of $7,054. The U. S. pipe-line dredge Blackwater removed 363,215 cubic yards of material from the Apalachicola Bay-Carabelle section October 18 to November 17, 1951, at a cost of $34,542; 25,304 cubic yards from the Apalachicola River-St. Andrew Bay section October 1 to 5, 1951, at a cost of $5,448; and 32,857 cubic yards from the Gulf County Canal October 6 to 17, 1951, at a cost of $12,298. The U. S. dragline No. 2 removed 19,750 cubic yards of material from the Gulf County Canal March 5 to 11, and April 22 to June 2, 1952, at a cost of $10,080. The U. S. snagboat Albany removed 1,244 snags from the channel in the Apalachicola River-St. Andrew Bay section January 11 to February 8, 1952, at a cost of $9,303. Preparatory work in connection with pro- posed additional dredging in the Gulf County Canal cost $336. Miscellaneous investigations and surveys of the entire waterway cost $13,578. The cost for the fiscal year was $92,639.08, charged to maintenance. The expenditures were $92,134.80. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, commenced in 1911, was about 87 percent completed. The latest examinations show minimum depths, at mean low water, available to navigation as follows: Minimum depth Date Section Section Projct Mid-chan- Left out- nel fohaRight out- depth (feet) sidequar-project side quar- ter (feet) width (feet) ter (feet) June 1952 Apalachicola Bay to Carrabelle, Fla--- _ 12 9. 5 9. 7 9. 5 Dec. 1951 Apalachicola River to St. Andrew Bay, Fla_ 12 12.0 12.0 12.0 May 1952 Gulf County Canal, Fla----....-----------------....... 9 4. 4 8. 5 6. 4 Oct. 1951 Choctawhatchee Bay to West Bay, Fla .... 12 12. 0 12. 0 12. 0 Jan. 1952 Choctawhatchee Bay to Pensacola Bay, Fla_ 12 12. 0 12. 0 12. 0 Do--.....Pensacola Bay, Fla., to Mobile Bay, Ala.... 12 10.0 . 10. 0 10. 0 Dec. 1951 Mobile Bay, Ala., to the Rigolets, La...... 12 10.5 10.5 10.5 The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of dredging to project dimensions the section from Carrabelle, Fla., to Apalachee Bay, Fla., via Carrabelle, Crooked, and Ochlockonee Rivers, and Ochlockonee and Apalachee Bays, Fla.; and dredging a channel to project dimensions from Big Lagoon to Pensacola Bay along an alinement north of the present channel. Due to abandon- ment of the Georgia, Florida & Alabama Railroad under Interstate Commerce Commission permit, disposal of the rail, and removal of the fixed bridge across the Ochlockonee River at McIntyre, construction of a new bridge with a movable span at that location, as authorized in the act of March 2, 1945, is no longer necessary. RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 655 The cost and expenditures for the existing project to June 30, 1952, w~ere as follows: Costs Expenditures New work Maintenance Total Regular funds------------. $5, 494, 823.18 $3, 141,069. 29 $8, 635, 932. 47 1 $8,635,327. 5 Emergency Relief funds-----.... 310, 000. 001 ... 30310, . 000.00 310, 000.00 Total . ......------------------------ 5, 834, 863.18 3,141, 069.29 8, 975, 932.47 18,975,327.65 1 Reflects an adjustment of $3,580.12 applicable to previous projects. (See costs and expenditures for all previous projects as given on p. 707 of Annual Report for 1938.) Proposedoperations.--The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $44,- 551.19, plus an allotment of $119,000, a total of $163,551.19, will be ap- plied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------ ------------------ $604. 82 Maintenance: Dredging at most critical locations to provide neces- sary dimensions for existing navigation in the fol- lowing sections, about 5Y2 months during fiscal year: Government plant and hired labor: Apalachicola Bay to Carrabelle, Fla $40, 000. 00 ------ Gulf County Canal, Fla- __-----___-- - 34, 640. 00 Choctawhatchee Bay to West Bay, Fla__.. 20, 000.00 Pensacola Bay, Fla., to Mobile Bay, Ala___ 29, 306.37 Snagging in the Apalachicola River-St. Andrew Bay section with U. S. snagboat Albany about 11/2 months, January, February 1953_____________ 9, 000. 00 Repairing erosion-protective works in the Choctaw- hatchee Bay-West Bay section by hired labor dur- ing fiscal year-___ -______-____--- 10, 000. 00 Miscellaneous examinations, surveys, inspections, re- ports, and contingencies of the entire waterway by hired labor during fiscal year ------.-------. 20,000. 00 162.946. v ... 37 .. Total for all work--------------------------------- 163, 551.19 The additional sum of $322,000 can be profitably expended for the following scheduled work during fiscal year 1954: New work: Dredging to provide a new channel 12 feet deep, 125 feet wide, and about 6,200 feet long, connecting Big Lagoon and Pensacola Bay $97, 000 .. aintenance : Dredging to restore project dimensions, where neces- sary, about 6 months, by contract--- ---.----- $180, 000 Snagging with U. S. snagboat Albany, about 2 months_ 9,000 Maintaining dikes, ditches, and other protective works in the Choctawhatchee Bay-West Bay section by hired labor during the fiscal year_..... _--------. 15, 000 Miscellaneous surveys and investigations, permits, in- spections, etc., as necessary, during the fiscal year__ 21, 000 225 000n Total for all work ----------------------------------- 322, 000 656 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30,1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-----__ -- $667.26 $2,695.00 ----------------------------- $5, 880, 467.77 Cost....----------------------------- 2, 695.00 ----------------------------------- 5, 880, 467.77 Expenditures---...- ---- 3.18 2, 695.00 ---------- ---------------------- 5, 880, 467. 77 Maintenance: Appropriated--------... 224, 000.00 373, 000.00 $198, 500.00 $117,100.00 $127,147.35 3,250,153.07 Cost-------------- 209, 509.17 440, 742. 70 157, 838.27 159, 021.36 92, 639. 08 3, 206, 206. 70 Expenditures ....- .. 170, 713.71 475, 606.40 158, 826.62 159, 310.28 92,134.80 3, 205, 601.88 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project ------------------- $857, 000 2. APALACHICOLA, CHATTAHOOCHEE, AND FLINT RIVERS, GA. AND FLA. Location.--The Apalachicola River is formed at the southwest corner of the State of Georgia by the junction of the Chattahoo- chee and Flint Rivers and flows south 108 miles, emptying into Apalachicola Bay. The Florida River enters the Apalachicola River from the east, 45.4 miles above its mouth, and the River Styx also enters from the east, 36.7 miles above its mouth. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1262.) The Chattahoochee River, 418 miles long, rises in northeast Georgia and flows southwesterly to West Point, and thence southerly to join the Flint River at the southwest corner of Georgia, forming the Apalachicola River. (See U. S. Geological Survey maps for north- west Georgia.) The Flint River, 330 miles long, rises in west-central Georgia, flows generally southeasterly to Albany, and thence southwest to the southwest corner of the State, where it joins the Chattahoochee River to form the Apalachicola River. (See U. S. Geological Survey maps for southwest Georgia.) Previous projects.-Expenditures on the Apalachicola River were made between 1828 and 1831, but apparently under no definite proj- ect. In 1835 and 1836, appropriations were made for the Chipola River. For further details see page 690, annual report for 1938. Projects for the Apalachicola River were adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of June 23, 1874, June 13, 1902, January 6, 1934, and June 20, 1938. For further details see the existing project for Apala- chicola River, page 568, annual report for 1944. Projects for the Flint River, Ga., were adopted by River and Harbor Acts of June 23, 1874, and June 14, 1880. For further details see the existing project for Flint River, Ga., page 570, annual report for 1944. The River and Harbor Act of July 13, 1892, made an appropria- tion for the section of the Chattahoochee River between West Point and Franklin, Ga., and appropriations therefor were continued until 1899, when they were discontinued. For further details see page 1834, annual report for 1915, and page 696, annual report for 1938. RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 657 The River and Harbor Act of June 23, 1874, adopted the project for the Chattahoochee River from its mouth to Columbus, Ga. For further details see existing project for that river on page 572, annual report for 1944. For total cost and expenditures on all previous projects see Cost and Financial Summary for the Apalachicola, Chattahoochee, and Flint Rivers, Georgia and Florida, for the fiscal year 1945. Existing project.-Priorto the River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945, the existing project for the Apalachicola River pro- vided for a channel therein 6 feet deep at low water and 100 feet wide, to be secured by removing snags and overhanging trees and by widening and straightening Moccasin Slough, for a channel 5 feet deep and 60 feet wide through the Cut-off, Lee Slough, and lower Chipola River, together with snagging and dredging to a depth of 6 feet the lower 2,500 feet of Styx River and improving of Florida River by dredging a new outlet 6 feet deep, 80 feet wide, and about 600 feet downstream of its present mouth; for the Chattahoochee River, a channel 4 feet deep at low water and 100 feet wide from the mouth to Columbus, Ga., 164 miles, by removing timber obstructions, dredging, contraction works, and shore protection; and for the Flint River, a channel 100 feet wide and 3 feet deep at extreme low water from the mouth to Albany, 103 miles, to be obtained by dredging, rock excavations, contraction works, and removal of snags, together with a channel for light-draft steamers at moderate stages from Albany to Montezuma, 79 miles, to be obtained by removing loose rocks, snags, and overhanging trees. The River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945, approved the gen- eral plan presented in House Document No. 342, Seventy-sixth Con- gress, first session, which document contains the latest published map, for the full development of the Apalachicola, Chattahoochee, and Flint River system in the combined interest of navigation and power, and authorized for the initiation and partial accomplishment of that plan modification of the then-existing projects for the Apala- chicola, Chattahoochee, and Flint Rivers to provide for the construc- tion of two of the locks and dams for the 9-foot project, one at Fort Benning and one at the Junction, supplemented by dredging and contraction works, to provide a navigable depth of 6 feet to Colum- bus on the Chattahoochee and to Bainbridge on the Flint at an esti- mated cost for new work of $6,500,000, with annual maintenance of $200,000 in addition to that previously authorized. The remaining elements of the approved plan included navigation-power dams with locks at the Florence, Fort Gaines, Columbia, and Paramore Land- ing sites on the Chattahoochee between the Junction and Fort Ben- ning sites; storage-power reservoirs on the upper Chattahoochee at the Roswell, Cedar Creek, and Lanier sites; storage-power reser- voirs on the upper Flint at the Woodbury No. 2, Potato Creek, and Auchumpkee Creek sites; dredging, cut-offs, contraction works, or other open-river methods, to provide, with the aforementioned dams and flow regulation, channels 9 feet deep and 100 feet wide from the mouth of the Apalachicola River to Columbus, 7 feet deep and 100 658 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 feet wide in the Flint River from its mouth to Bainbridge, and 5 feet deep and 100 feet wide thence to Albany, at an estimated con- struction cost to the United States of $66,629,000 for the full devel- opment. The River and Harbor Act of July 24, 1946, approved modifi- cation of the general plan presented in House Document 342, Seventy- sixth Congress, first session, to include the improvements now pro- posed by the Chief of Engineers in lieu of the corresponding works of that plan, and authorized for the initiation and partial accom- plishment of the modified plan the construction of Buford multi- purpose reservoir, Fort Benning lock and dam, and the Upper Colum- bia and Jim Woodruff, formerly Junction, multiple-purpose develop- ments, and supplemental channel work to provide a channel depth of 9 feet for a minimum width of 100 feet in the Apalachicola River, to Columbus, Ga., on the Chattahoochee River, 268 miles, and to Bainbridge, Ga., on the Flint River, 29 miles above its junction with the Chattahoochee River. The following table gives the various features of the proposed locks and dams and multiple-purpose developments included in the existing project: Proposed structures Jim Woodruff Upper Columbia Fort Benning lock Buford D lock and dam lock and dam and damam Miles above mouth-......... 107.61 .........------------49.5 2..........__ . 139.5 2 ----- - .... 348.5.2 Nearest town--------- Chattahoochee, Columbia, Ala. .- Cusseta, Ga-....... Buford, Ga.. Fla. Distance (miles)......--- 1---------------- 2-------------.......... 9------------------ 5. Greatest lock length avail- 450 ....-----------......... 450------..............----. 450-............. able for full width (feet). Width of chamber (feet)--..-- 82------------ 82 -------------- .. 82 .------------- Lift (feet) ...-------...........--- 33.0_------ . 88.0 3..-----....----.. 25.0. Elevation of normal pool 77.0--------------- 165.0...----.......--------. 190.0-...........__ 11,065.0. surface (msl). Depth over sills at low 14.0-------------.1 14.0-----------............ 14.0 ....... water (feet). Character of foundation....- Limestone-----........ Limestone, marl__. Piles in sand, clay, Rock. gravel. Kind of dam.............. Fixed........... Fixed ---- Fixed..-.......... Fixed. Height of dam (feet) ....... 67......---------......---- 106............... 40 ............... 192. Type of construction ..... Concrete----.......... Concrete_....... Concrete-......-_- Earth. Reservoir capacity (acre- 385,000.---........- 775,000............ 2,077,000. feet). Power development (kilo- 30,000----------...........1 65,000-------------------------------- 86,000. watts). Percent complete-.......... 40_-...0... --- . 0........ ...... O . 0__ ............. 8. Year opened to navigation .. $46,379,000..-------------...... $48,530,000........$11,975--------------,900 ..... $4--------------,013,000. Estimated cost---------............. $46,379,000_- $48,530,000- $11,975,900- $41,013,000. 1Above mouth of Apalachicola River. 2 Above mouthof Chattahoochee River. 8 Double lift. The estimated cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $148,877,900. The latest (1952) approved estimated annual cost for maintenance is $1,085,000 (includes $875,000 for operating and care). The mean range of tide at the mouth of the Apalachicola River is 1.6 feet; at the point where the river is formed the variation between low and high water is about 37 feet. On the Chattahoochee River, the varia- tion between average low and high water is about 20 feet, and the RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 659, extreme fluctuation is 65.3 feet at Eufaula. On the Flint River, the extreme fluctuation of stage due to floods was 40 feet, while the average variation between low and high water is about 21.5 feet. Local cooperation.-This provides that local interests agree to fur- nish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, rights- of-way, and spoil-disposal areas, and as when required, for provision and maintenance of the channel in Apalachicola River below Jim Woodruff Dam, to maintain and operate at their expense all utility and highway facilities which are relocated or otherwise altered as a part of the improvement, to provide suitable public terminal facilities open to all on equal terms, and to hold and save the United States free from damages which might arise from the construction of the improvement. Terminal facilities.-At Apalachicola, Fla., the facilities consist of several marginal pile-and-timber wharves. The landing at Blounts- town, Fla., is a natural one. A private wharf at River Junction, Fla., is used for landing and storing sand and gravel. On the Flint River there is a natural landing at Bainbridge, Ga., and also at Albany, Ga. On the Chattahoochee River the terminals consist of natural landings at Columbus, Ga., and Eufaula, Ala., and a masonry marginal landing at Columbus. These facilities are considered adequate for the existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Jim Woodruff Dam: Contract: The contractor continued construction of the lock and fixed-crest spillway at a cost of $3,660,949. Final cost on the east-bank access road was $4,469. Work on the contract for the gated spillway, powerhouse, and switchyard was started at a cost of $996,118. Cost on contract for purchase of oil circuit breakers was $153. Relocation of Fort Scott monument cost $706. Cost on con- tracts for turbines and generators was $848,187. Hired labor: Acquisition of land and payment of damages cost: $491,859. Plans and specifications were continued at a cost of: $175,548. Purchase of tools and equipment and maintenance of and collection for quarters resulted in a net cost of $22,745. Upper Columbia lock and dam: Hired labor: Preparation of the definite project report was continued at a cost of $28,069. Buford dam and reservoir: Hired labor: Acquisition of land and damage payments cost $1,078. Purchase of tools and equipment cost $11,484. Preparation of definite project report and plans and speci- fications cost $64,923. Cost in connection with design of turbines, butterfly valve, and generators was $502. Contract: Final cost on construction of saddle dike No. 3 and spill- way was $14,767. Cost in connection with construction of saddle dikes Nos. 1 and 2, access road, and excavation for forebay, tunnels, and tailrace was $1,468,188. Design of powerhouse plant cost $237,776. Mapping of the Apalachicola River, by hired labor, was continued at a cost of $14,712. Maintenance. The U. S. snagboat Albany removed 1,887 obstruc- tions from the mouth of the Florida River August 6 to 31, 1951, at a cost of $7,491, and 1,121 obstructions from the Apalachicola River 660 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 December 3 to 21, 1951, and January 1 to 10, 1952, at a cost of $9,488. The total cost was $8,059,212.04, of which $8,042,232.76 was for new work and $16,979.28 for maintenance. The expenditures were $7,491,655.11. Condition at end of fiscal year.-Access roads, permanent housing, and overflow dike have been completed, and the lock and fixed-crest spillway at Jim Woodruff Dam have been practically completed. Work on the contract for the gated spillway, powerhouse, and switch- yard was in progress. Work in connection with the design and manu- facture of governors, generators, turbines, etc., was in progress. Preparation of plans and specifications continued. The overall proj- ect for the Jim Woodruff Dam was about 40 percent completed. Saddle dike No. 3 and spillway at Buford Dam were complete. Work was in progress on saddle dikes Nos. 1 and 2, access road, excavation for forebay, etc. Work continued on land acquisition and plans and specifications. The overall project for the Buford Dam was about 8 percent completed. The definite project report for the Upper Columbia lock and dam was in progress. Mapping of the Apalachi- cola River for channel improvement continued. The controlling depths in the channels at the times shown were as follows: Apalachi- cola River, 4.5 feet, June 1950; the Cut-off, Lee Slough and Lower Chipola River, 5 feet, October 1943; mouth of Florida River and River Styx, 6 feet, October 1947; Chattahoochee River, mouth to Columbus, 3 feet, June 1945; Flint River, mouth to Bainbridge, 2.6 feet, and Bainbridge to Albany, 1.5 feet, June 1941. Ordinarily, boats drawing 5 feet can operate throughout the year on the Apalachicola River at a stage of zero on the River Junction gage. Greater depths are usually available from January to July of each year. On the Chattahoochee River, vessels drawing less than 3 feet may operate throughout the year, and 5 feet can ordinarily be carried from December to June. The head of boat traffic on that river is Columbus, Ga. On the Flint River, greater depths than those shown are gen- erally available between November and June of each year. The head of navigation for boat traffic on that river is Albany, Ga. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of improving the channel of the Apalachicola River from the mouth to Jim Woodruff Dam, completing construction of Jim Woodruff Dam, and constructing Upper Columbia lock and dam, Fort Benning lock andt dam, and Buford Dam. The total cost under the existing project was $21,966,490.21, of which $21,717,955.03 was for new work and $248,535.18 for mainte- nance. The expenditures were $20,700,025.98. Proposed operations.- The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $4,755,661.16, plus allotments of $13,245,000, a total of $18,000,661.16, will be applied as follows: RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 661 Accounts payable June 30, 1952_ - -..--.-.--- $1, 228, 431. 57 New work: Jim Woodruff Dam: Plans and specifications____--------- $123, 461.19 A quisition of land and damages --------- 1, 382, 972. 30 Relocation 47, 844. 47 1--------------------------- Reservoir clearing____________-----2, 900, 000. 00 Construction of lock and fixed-crest spill- way ----------------------------- 150, 474. 37 Curtain grouting_ __ __________-__- 43, 145. 46 Design and manufacture of turbines------ 362, 946. 72 Design and manufacture of generators __ 1, 245, 606. 05 Design and manufacture of governors-__. 125, 000. 00 Construction of gated spillway, power- house, intake structure, and switchyard fill ------------------------------ 5, 906, 630. 86 Sp:llway gantry cranes----------------- 450, 000. 00 Powerhouse crane_ --- ______-__- -- 70, 000. 00 Powerhouse and switchyard electrical and miscellaneous equipment __ -____----- 220,000. 00 CO system---------------------------- 5, 000.00 Reservoir management facilities---------- 100, 000. 00 Oil circuit breakers --------------------- 65, 800. 00 Transformers ------------------------- 26, 000. 00 Total for Jim Woodruff Dam_______--____ 13, 324, 881. 42 Buford Dam: Planning -----_ ----------------- ___ 59, 000. 00 Plans and specifications________________ 470, 436. 16 Excavation for forebay, tunnels, and tail- race, and construction of right-bank sad- dle dikes and access road______-- - - 1, 933, 581. 04 Design and manufacture of turbines------ 70, 500. 00 Design and manufacture of generators.__ 66, 900. 00 Intake structure, tunnel lining, sluice still- ing basin------- ------------- ------- 400, 000. 00 Total for Buford Dam ___ ______-_- ____- 3, 000, 417. 20 Upper Columbia Dam: Planning----------------------------------------196, 930. 97 Total for all work___--- __------ - ____ 18, 000, 661.16 The additional sum of $23,764,700 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for: New work: Jim Woodruff Dam: Plans and specifications ___-- ____--- .____$36, 000 Design, manufacture, and delivery of turbines__ 331, 900 Design, manufacture, and delivery of gen- erators eraor -------------------------------- 127, 000 1700 Design, manufacture, and delivery of gover- nors ----------------------------------- 4, 200 Construction of gated spillway, powerhouse, in- take structure, and switchyard fill __ -_ 6, 373, 000 Spillway gantry cranes________ __-- _____---250, 000 Powerhouse crane________________------------37, 700 Circuit breakers, transformers, COs system ---- 136, 200 Powerhouse electrical and miscellaneous equip- ment ---- --------------- 06,100 1----- Facilities for reservoir management ______--115, 000 Reservoir clearing-- ------- __ -_______2, 602,000 Reservoir rim and abutment treatment-------- 350, 000 Switchgear, s'witchyard electrical equipment, and miscellaneous 130, 900 Total for Jim Woodruff Dam ....... $10, 600, 000 662 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 New work-Continued Buford Dam: Plans and specifications-------------- $300, 000 Land acquisition and relocations------------ 4, 200, 000 Design and manufacture of turbines-----------450, 000 Design and manufacture of generators--------- 400, 000 Powerhouse equipment---------------------- 100, 000 Construction of intake structure, tunnel lining, and sluice stilling basin ------------------ 3, 770, 000 Total for Buford Dam-------- ----------------- $9, 220, 000 Upper Columbia Dam: Planning-------------------------------- 256, 200 Plans and specifications--------------- ----- 500, 000 Land acquisition and relocations------------ 750, 000 Dam and powerhouse -------- ------------- 293, 800 Design and manufacture turbines, governors, and generators---------------- --------- 200, 000 Total for Upper Columbia Dam--------------------3,000, 000 Apalachicola River: Channel improvement, dredging and rectifi- cation--_-----------------------------944, 700 Total for all work------------------------------- 23, 764, 700 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30,1952, includi ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to1948 New work: Appropriated-- ...$1,000000.00 $3,400,000.00 $7,691,000.00 $4.520,000.00 $7,161,151.96 $26,842,268.72 Cost--------------- 883, 086. 89 1, 223. 694. 90 4, 542, 374.28 6, 538, 549. 28 8, 042, 232. 76 23, 603, 071. 79 Expenditures....-------- 758, 527.04 1, 241, 637. 72 4,142, 861.37 6, 347, 092.51 7, 474, 675.83 22, 336, 607. 56 Maintenance: Appropriated --------- 52,280.00 51, 500.00 79, 737.49 12, 079.67 9,487. 73 2, 494, 768.06 Cost---- ------------.. 50, 674.32 53, 007.40 79, 877.83 4, 993.45 16, 979.28 2,494,768.06 Expenditures-------- 50, 667. 04 53, 035.42 80, 247.18 4, 611. 74 16, 979.28 2, 494, 768.06 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952--------------------- $190, 531.36 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953-------- 13, 245, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953-------- 13, 435, 531. 36 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project-------------- - -- 110, 675, 700. 00 3. PORT ST. JOE HARBOR, FLA. Location.-On the northwest coast of Florida, 115 miles east of Pensacola Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1263.) Existing project.-This provides for an entrance channel 32 feet deep, 300 feet wide, and about 6 miles long across the outer shoal; a north bay (inner) channel 32 feet deep, 200 feet wide, and about 2 miles long; and a south bay (inner) channel 27 feet deep and 200 feet wide leading to a turning basin 32 feet deep and about 1,000 feet wide and 2,000 feet long at the Port St. Joe water front. The average tidal variation is 1.4 feet. The extreme range, except during storms, is about 4 feet. The project has been completed at a cost of $579,988.91 for new RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 663 work, exclusive of $20,000 contributed by local interests. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $100,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 25,1912 Project document recommended a width of 350 feet H. Doc. 660, 62d Cong., 2d sess. and the act limited the width to 300 feet with a depth of 24 feet across the bar at the entrance to the bay. Aug. 26,1937 An entrance channel 300 feet wide and 29 feet deep, Rivers and Harbors Committee and a bay channel 200 feet wide and 27 feet deep, Doe. 10, 76th Cong., 1st sess. with a turning basin at the proposed municipal pier at Port St. Joe. Mar. 2,1945 The existing project-----.......----.......-------------- S. Dec. 17, 77th Cong., 1st sess.' and report of Chief of Engineers. 1 Contains the latest published maps. Recommended modifications of the project.-Under date of March 9, 1950, the Chief of Engineers recommended modification of the existing project to provide for an entrance channel 37 feet deep, 500 feet wide at its outer end and diminishing progressively in width to 400 feet at the first bend, thence 400 feet wide to the entrance to St. Joseph Bay; a north channel in the bay 35 feet deep and 300 feet wide; and a harbor channel in the turning basin 35 feet deep and 250 feet wide, with its shoreward edge 100 feet from and parallel to the face of the existing wharf, at an estimated cost to the United States of $1,125,000, with $25,000 annually thereafter for maintenance in addi- tion to that now required; subject to certain conditions of local coop- eration (H. Doec. 595, 81st Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.--Fully complied with. Local interests are re- fquired to furnish, free of cost to the United States, suitable spoil- disposal areas as required for subsequent maintenance. Terminal facilities.-The rail- and highway-connected terminal facilities at this port are considered adequate for existing cormetce. (See Port and Terminal Facilities issued in 1941.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The U. S. dragline No. 2 removed 3,000 cubic yards of material from the turning basin adjacent to the docks October 10 to 31, 1951, at a cost of $2,799.65. Miscellaneous investigations and surveys cost $1,500.15. The total cost was $4,299.80, charged to maintenance. The expenditures were $4,162.68. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- menced in 1913 and completed in February 1949. The controlling depths in the channels at the times shown were as follows: Entrance channel, 32 feet, March 1952; north bay (inner channel), 32 feet, June 1950; south bay (inner channel), 21.7 feet, June 1950; and turn- ing basin, 30.8 feet, June 1950. The total cost under the existing project was $903,583.96, of which $579,988.91 was for new work and $323,595.05 for maintenance. The expenditures were $903,583.96. In addition, $20,000 from contributed funds was expended for new work. 664 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Proposed operations.-An allotment of $63,750 for fiscal year 1953, will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Dredging to restore project dimensions in the entrance channel with United States hopper dredge Lyman about 1 month, June 1953------------------------------ ----------- $60, 000 Miscellaneous examinations, surveys, investigations and contin- gencies ------------------------------ ----------------- 3, 750 Total--------- ---------------------------------- 63, 750 The additional sum of $45,500 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging, by contract, to restore project dimensions in the bay channels, and for miscellaneous exami- nations, surveys, and investigations. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated------------ ........----............---- $468, 400.00 $12, 517.08 -------.--......... $579, 988. 91 Cost------------------------ 455,882.92 ---------- ------------------------ 579, 988. 91 Expenditures-......-----...-----------.............. 455, 882. 92 .................................... 579, 988. 91 Maintenance: Appropriated-........ $33, 000.00 5, 000. 00 101, 350.00 $47, 800.00 $3, 719.86 323, 595.05 Cost--------...... ----- --........... 57, 015. 43 984. 54 100, 428. 91 48,141. 15 4, 299. 80 323, 595.05 Expenditures.....--------. 56, 590. 34 1, 365.68 100, 341.36 48, 409. 80 4,162. 68 323, 595.05 1 In addition, $20,000 was expended from contributed funds. 4. PANAMA CITY HARBOR, FLA. Location.-On the northwest coast of Florida, 102 miles east of the entrance to Pensacola Harbor. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1263.) Previous project.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 25, 1910. For further details see page 541, annual report for 1934 and page 710, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel about 1.8 miles long extending from deep water in the bay across Lands End to the Gulf of Mexico, 300 feet wide and 32 feet deep in the bay and across Lands End and 450 feet wide and 34 feet deep in the approach channel in the Gulf, and protected by two jetties, each about 700 feet long; and for a channel in Watson Bayou 100 feet wide and 10 feet deep from that depth in St. Andrew Bay to the highway bridge, about 13/4 miles. The mean tidal range is 1.3 feet, and the extreme range, except dur- ing storms, is about 4 feet. The project has been completed at a cost of $687,017.02 for new work. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of main- tenance is $63,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: RIVERS AND HARBORS--MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 665 Acts Work authorized Documents 1 Aug. 30,1935 Channels 27 and 29 feet deep. Abandonment of proj- H. Doc. 33, 73d Cong., 1st sess. ect adopted by act of June 25, 1910. Mar. 2, 1945 Maintenance of a channel in Watson Bayou 100 feet H. Doc. 555, 76th Cong., 3d sess. wide and 10 feet deep from that depth in St. An- drew Bay to the highway bridge. June 30, 1948 Channels 32 and 34 feet deep......-------------------- H. Doc. 559, 80th Cong., 2d sess. 1Contain the latest published maps. The existing project for St. Andrew Bay was also authorized by the Public Works Administration, Sept. 6, 1233. Local cooperation.--Fully complied with except for work author- ized in accordance with House Document No. 555, Seventy-sixth Con- gress, third session, which provides that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands, easements, and rights-of-way and spoil-disposal areas for maintenance, when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the improvement. Terminal facilities.-The terminal facilities at this port are consid- ered adequate for existing commerce. (See Port and Terminal Facili- ties issued in 1941.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The U. S. hopper dredge Gerig removed 369,760 cubic yards (bin measurement) of material in the Gulf approach channel and the channel across Lands End Febru- ary 10 to 24, 1952, at a cost of $43,051. Hired labor forces placed 1,981 tons of stone in making repairs to existing jetty structures July 1 to October 8, 1951, at a cost of $21,068. Miscellaneous surveys and investigations cost $1,854. The total cost was $65,972,83, charged to maintenance. The expenditures were $65,760.88. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project was com- menced in 1933 and completed in November 1949. The controlling depths in tile channels at the times shown were as follows: Channel from bay across Lands End, 30.6 feet, June 1952; approach channel in the Gulf, 33.7 feet, June 1952; and channel in Watson Bayou, 9.2 feet, April 1942. The costs and expenditures on the existing project to June 30, 1952, were as follows: Costs Expenditures New work Maintenance Total Regular funds....---- ------------------ $105,058. 16 $1,523,292.79 $1, 628, 350.95 $1, 628, 694.00 Public Works funds....---------------_ 581, 958. 86 . 581, 958.86 581, 958. 86 Total_...... . . .- ..---------- 687,017.02 1, 523, 292.79 2, 210, 309.81 2, 210, C52.86 Proposedoperations.-Thebalance unexpended June 30, 1952, $8.91, and accounts receivable, $343.05, plus an allotment of $32,700, a total of $33,051.96, will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Dredging to restore project dimensions in the Gulf approach channel with U. S. hopper dredge Lyman, about one-half month during April 1.953 ---------------------------------- $30, 000. 00 Miscellaneous investigations, surveys, examinations, and con- tingencies ------------------------------------------ 3,051.96 Total---- ------------------------ 33, 051. 98 666 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The additional sum of $64,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging to restore project dimen- sions in the Gulf approach channel and the channel across Lands End with a United States hopper dredge, about 1 month. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30. 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated--------.........---------- -------- .......................------------ $105, 058.16----------- $890,577.02 Cost................----------. ---------------------- 105, 058.16----------------....... .. 890, 577.02 Expenditures--------......... --------- 105, 058. 16 -------------------.. 890, 577.02 Maintenance: Appropriated---------.. 133, 000.00 $80,000.00 70, 650.00 $50, 800.00 $38, 500.00 2, 037, 249.42 Cost.... ..-------------- 103,169.49 112, 271.39 69, 884.84 23, 740.37 65, 972. 83 2, 036, 897. 46 Expenditures ___.. - 100,887. 79 114, 553.09 69, 612.68 24, 567.53 65, 760.88 2, 037, 240.51 5. EAST PASS CHANNEL FROM THE GULF OF MEXICO INTO CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY, FLA. Location.-This is an entrance from the Gulf of Mexico into Choc- tawhatchee Bay at the eastern end of Santa Rosa Island. It is 48 miles east of the entrance into Pensacola Bay and 49 miles west of the new entrance to St. Andrew Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1264.) Existing project.-This provides for maintenance of a channel 12 feet deep at mean low water, 180 feet wide, and about 3 miles long from Choctawhatchee Bay into the Gulf of Mexico, and maintenance of a channel 6 feet deep, 100 feet wide, and about 2,000 feet long from the East Pass Channel into Old Pass Lagoon. The mean range of tide is 1.3 feet; the extreme range, except during storms, is 2.5 feet. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $30,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 3,1930 Maintenance of a channel not less than 7 feet deep and H. Doc. 209, 70th Cong., 1st sess. 100 feet wide from Choctawhatchee Bay into the Gulf of Mexico. Oct. 24, 19511 Maintenance of entrance channel 12 feet deep and 180 H. Doec. 470, 81st Cong., 2d sess.' feet wide and channel to Old Pass Lagoon 6 feet deep and 100 feet wide. 1 Public Law 193, 82d Congress. I Contains latest published map. Local cooperation.-Requires that local interests hold and save the United States free from property damage that might result from maintenance operations. Compliance not requested. Teminal facilities.-The small privately owned pile-and-timber piers used in connection with the fishing industry in this locality are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The U. S. pipeline dredge Blackwater removed 139,240 cubic yards of material from RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 667 the entrance channel February 20 to April 16, 1952, at a cost of $51,- 171.87. Miscellaneous investigations and surveys cost $695.12. The total costs and expenditures were $51,866.99, charged to maintenance. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, which is for maintenance, was commenced in 1930, and work has been carried on intermittently since that time. The controlling depths, ascertained in April 1952, were 12 feet in the entrance channel and 6 feet in the channel to Old Pass Lagoon. The costs and expenditures under the existing project were $146,439.14 for maintenance. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $700, for fiscal year 1953, will be applied to miscellaneous investigations, examinations, and surveys throughout the fiscal year to determine channel depths and conditions. The additional sum of $26,250 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging in the entrance channel, about 1 month, with a United States pipeline dredge. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 Maintenance: Appropriated-------......... $28, 900.00 $1,000.00 $15,000.00 $7, 003.74 $51,866.99 $146, 439.14 --- Cost---------------........ .. 29, 014. 93 1, 040.32 15, 082. 24 7, 053.85 51, 866. 99 146, 439. 14 Expenditures--------........ 29,004.93 1,092. 32 15, 030.35 7,003.74 51, 866.99 146, 439.14 6. PENSACOLA HARBOR, FLA. Location.-This harbor is a landlocked bay on the coast of north- west Florida, about 50 miles east of the entrance to Mobile Bay. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Charts Nos. 490 and 1265.) Previous projects.-Authorized by the River and Harbor Act ap- proved June 18, 1878, amended and modified by the acts of August 18, 1894, and March 3, 1899. Work under the existing project was begun in 1903. For further details see page 1835, annual report for 1915, and page 714, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for an entrance channel 32 feet deep at mean low water, 500 feet wide, and about 3.4 miles long from the Gulf of Mexico to deep water in Pensacola Bay, and an inner-harbor channel parallel to the pierhead line and not less than 50 feet therefrom, 500 feet wide, 30 feet deep, and about 4,000 feet long, with approach channels 250 feet wide, 30 feet deep, and about 3,700 feet long at each end of the inner-harbor channel and an ap- proach channel 250 feet wide, 30 feet deep and about 1.2 miles long to the pierhead line south of the Muscogee wharf; for a channel 21 feet deep and 100 feet wide from that depth in Pensacola Bay to the mouth of Bayou Chico thence 20 feet deep and 100 feet wide in the bayou to a point 4,400 feet upstream from the Escambia County highway bridge, and for a depth of 20 feet in the existing turning basin, which is 500 feet square, and for strengthening of bridge piers. The total length of the Bayou Chico improvement is 1.9 miles. The mean range of tide throughout the harbor is about 1.1 feet near the 668 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 entrance and about 1.6 feet at the head of the bay. The extreme tidal range, except during storms, is about 3 feet. The estimated cost of new work, approved in 1952, is $669,000. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $55,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents June 13, 1902 A channel 30 feet deep at mean low water and 500 Specified in act. feet wide from the Gulf of Mexico to the dock line at the east end of the city of Pensacola, and also provided that $150,000 may be used in constructing or purchasing a seagoing suction dredge. Aug. 30,19351 Modified the existing project to provide for the pres- H. Doc. 253, 72d Cong., 1st sess.s ent inner channels and the deepening of the en- trance channel to 32 feet. Aug. 26,1937 Improvement of Bayou Chico-------...........-------- Rivers and Harbors Committee s Doc. 96, 74th Cong., 2d sess. Mar. 2,1945 Modified improvement of Bayou Chico, Fla.....---------..... H. Doc. 743, 79th Cong., 2d sess.2 1 Public Works Administratihn, Sept. 6, 1933. 2 Contain the latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with except for work author- ized in accordance with House Document 743, Seventy-ninth Congress second session, which provides that local interests furnish, free 0o cost to the United States, all necessary lands, easements, rights-of- way, and suitable spoil-disposal areas for new work and subsequent maintenance when and as required, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages that may result from the im- provement. For the work authorized in accordance with Rivers apd Harbors Committee Document 96, Seventy-fourth Congress, second session, local interests are required to furnish, free of cost to the United States, suitable spoil-disposal areas for subsequent maintenance. Local interests were notified of the requirements of local cooperation May 27, 1946. Terminal facilities.-The modern rail-connected terminal facilities at this port are considered adequate for existing commerce. (See Port Series No. 18, revised in 1949.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The costs for miscel- laneous investigations and surveys were $2,179.65, charged to mainte- nance. The expenditures were $2,048.66 Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, commenced in 1903, was about 75 percent completed. The controlling depths of the channels at the times shown were as follows: Entrance channel, 32 feet, May 1952; inner-harbor channels to the Frisco Railroad pier, Tarragona Street pier, and the Muscogee Street pier, 28.5 feet, June 1951; Bayou Chico inner channel, 11.5 feet, outer channel, 15 feet, and turning basin, 13.5 feet, February 1952. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of dredging a channel 21 feet deep and 100 feet wide from that depth in Pensacola Bay to the mouth of Bayou Chico, thence 20 feet deep and 100 feet wide in the bayou to a point 4,400 feet upstream from the Escambia County highway bridge, deepening the existing turning basin in the bayou to 20 feet, and strengthening bridge piers. RIVERS AND HARBORS--MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 669 The costs and expenditures on the existing project to June 30, 1952, were as follows: Costs Expenditures New work Maintenance Total Regular funds--....--------- ----------- $381,161. 21 $1, 251, 227.85 $1, 632, 389. 06 $1, 632, 389. 06 Public Works funds------------------- 119, 672. 91 .------- _ 119, 672.91 119, 672. 91 Total----------- .-------------- 500, 834. 12 1, 251, 227.85 1,752, 061.97 1, 752, 061.97 Proposed operations.--An allotment of $33,000 for fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: Maintenance dredging to restore project dimensions in the entrance channel to Pensacola Harbor with the U. S. hopper dredge Lyman, about one-half month during May 1953------------------------ $30, 000 Miscellaneous surveys, investigations, examinations, and contingencies_ 3, 000 Total ------------------------------------------------ 33, 000 The additional sum of $3,500 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for miscellaneous surveys, investigations, examina- tions and contingencies. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30,1952, includ ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated----.......--------------..........---............---......... ...---------------------..... ...------------ $1, 095, 522. 67 Cost-------------------------------------------------------------------- .1,095, 522 67 Expenditures---....------------------------------- ------------ ---------- 1, 095, 522. 67 Maintenance: Appropriated-......... $58, 500.00 -$8, 000. 00 $45, 000.00 $28, 500.00 $2,030. 26 1, 377, 877.51 Cost--.-------------- 55, 586.47 2, 595.41 40,151.80 33,364.04 2, 179. 65 1, 377, 877. 51 Expenditures--------......... 48, 079. 27 2, 643.43 43, 663. 01 29, 942. 26 2, 048. 66 1, 377; 877. 51 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project------------------ $168, 200 7. MOBILE HARBOR, ALA. Location.-This harbor, located along the lower 5 miles of Mobile River, is in southwestern Alabama, 91 miles by water west of Pensa- cola Harbor, Fla., 90 miles east of Gulfport Harbor, Miss., and 144 miles by water northeast of the mouth of the Mississippi River. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1266.) Previous projects.-The original project for the bar channel was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 13, 1902. The original project for the bay and river channels was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of May 20, 1826, and subsequent projects were adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of July 11, 1870, March 3, 1879, August 11, 1888, March 3, 1899, June 25, 1910, and August 8, 1917. For further details see page 1840, annual report for 1915, pages 802 and 807, an- 245554-53-vol. 1 43 670 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 nual report for 1916, page 833, annual report for 1929, and page 718, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for (a) a 36- by 450-foot channel about 1.5 miles long across Mobile Bar; (b)a 32- by 300-foot channel in Mobile Bay to the mouth of Mobile River; (c) a 32-foot channel in Mobile River to the highway bridge, the widths varying from 500 to 775 feet; (d) a 25-foot channel from the highway bridge to and up Chickasaw Creek to a point 400 feet south of the mouth of Shell Bayou, the widths being 500 feet in Mobile River and 250 feet in Chickasaw Creek; (e) an anchorage area 32 feet deep, 200 feet wide, and 2,000 feet long opposite the U. S. Quarantine Station on Sand Island; (f) a turning basin 32 feet deep, 2,500 feet long, and 800 to 1,000 feet wide, opposite the Alabama State docks; (g) a 27- by 150-foot channel from the mouth of Mobile River to and including a turning basin 250 feet wide and 800 feet long in Garrows Bend, and continuing thence to a turning basin 800 feet long and 600 feet wide opposite Brookley Air Force Base ocean terminal, thence a 27- by 150-foot channel along Arlington pier to the Mobile Bay channel; and (h) maintenance by snagging Three Mile Creek from its intersection with the Industrial Canal to Mobile River. The total length of the bay and river channels is about 41.7 miles. The plane of reference is mean low water. Under ordinary conditions the mean tidal range at the lower end of the improvement is 1.2 feet and at the upper end 1.5 feet; the extreme tidal range is 3.4 feet at the lower end and 3.6 feet at the upper end. The project was completed at a cost of $1,200,178.48 for new work, exclusive of amounts expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $452,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents 1 July 3,1930 Present project dimensions across the bar and to the Rivers and Harbors Committee mouth of Mobile River, thence 32 feet deep and Doc. 26, 71st Cong., 2dgsess. 300 feet wide to the highway bridge; and for the anchorage basin. Aug. 26,1937 For improvement of Three Mile Creek by snagging Rivers and Harbors Committee from Mobile River to the industrial canal. Doc. 69, 74th Cong., 1st sess. Do-.......To provide a 500-foot channel 32 feet deep from a Rivers and Harbors Committee point about 5,000 feet south of the mouth of Three Doc. 44, 75th Cong., 1st sess. Mile Creek to the highway bridge across Mobile River, subject to the provision that no dredging be performed within 50 feet of any pierhead line. Oct. 17,1940 To provide a channel 27 feet deep and 125 feet wide H. Doc. 221, 76th Cong., lstsess. from the Mobile River channel at its mouth through Garrows Bend, to and including a turning basin of the same depth, 800 feet long and 250 :feet wide. Further modified to provide for extension of the Do-....... H. Doc. 282, 76th Cong., lstsess. channel through Garrows Bend 27 feet deep and 125 feet wide, to and including a turning basin of the sameedepth, 800 feet long and 600 feet wide. May 28,1935 Authorized and adopted the improvement of Chick- Emergency3Relief Act of 1935. Aug. 30,1935 asaw Creek by snagging and dredging. H. Doc. 47, 73d Cong., 1st sess. See footnote at end of table. RIVERS AND HARBORS--MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 671 Acts Work authorized Documents 1 Mar. 2,1945 Adoption of existing channel through Garrows Bend H. Doc. 282, 76th Cong., 1st sess., from Choctaw Point to Arlington pier, 27 feet deep H. Doc., 739, 79th Cong., 2d sess, and 150 feet wide, with 2 turning basins. Adoption of the existing channel alongside Arling- ton pier from the Mobile Bay Channel to turning basin at the inner end of Garrows Bend Channel, 27 feet deep and 150 feet wide. An anchorage area 32 feet deep, 200 feet wide and ap- proximately 2,000 feet long on the west side of the Mobile Bay Channel at the quarantine station on Sand Island, by extending the present anchorage southward 500 feet and northward to an intersec- tion with the Mobile River Channel. A channel 700 feet wide in Mobile River from the mouth to the first bend, 775 feet wide through the first bend, 600 feet wide thence to Alabama State docks pier A, south and a turning basin opposite the Alabama State docks about 2,500 feet long, 800 feet wide at the lower end and 1,000 feet wide at the upper end, all to a depth of 32 feet. A channel 25 feet deep and generally 500 feet wide in Mobile River from the highway bridge to the mouth of Chickasaw Creek, thence 25 feet deep and 250 feet wide in Chickasaw Creek to a point about 400 feet below Shell Bayou. 1 Contain the latest published maps. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. For the work author- ized in accordance with House Document No. 47, Seventy-third Con- gress, first session; Rivers and Harbors Committee Document No. 44, Seventy-fifth Congress, first session; House Document No. 221, Seventy-sixth Congress, first session; House Document No. 282, Seventy-sixth Congress, first session; and House Document No. 739, Seventy-ninth Congress, second session; local interests are required to furnish necessary spoil-disposal areas for subsequent maintenance as required. Terminal facilities.-The modern rail-connected terminal facilities at this port are considered adequate for existing commerce. (See Port Series No. 18, revised in 1949.) Operationsand results during fiscal year.--Maintenance: The U. S. hopper dredge Gerig removed 345,773 cubic yards (bin measurement) of material in the Mobile Outer Bar channel May 16 to 29, 1952, at a cost of $51,922. The contractor's pipeline dredge Diesel removed 3,958,663 cubic yards of material in the Mobile Bay channel July 2 to 15, 1951, and May 16 to June 30, 1952, at a cost of $223,930. The U. S. snagboat J. M. Pratt working intermittently from July 1 to November 30, 1951, and April 1 to June 30, 1952, removed 2,717 snags in the Mobile River channel at a cost of $36,275, 605 snags in Chickasaw Creek at a cost of $9,355, and 490 snags in Three Mile Creek at a cost of $6,675. Miscellaneous investigations and surveys cost $22,480. The cost for the fiscal year was $350,636.98, charged to maintenance. The expenditures were $250,150.48. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, commenced in 1931, was completed in July 1949. The latest examinations show 672 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 minimum depths, at mean low water, available to navigation as follows: Minimum depth Date Section Project depth Left Left Right Right outside inside inside outside quarter quarter quarter quarter Feet Feet Feet Feet Feet June 1952 Bar Channel...............................-------------------------------- 36 36. 0 36. 0 36. 0 32. 5 Bay Channel: Jan. 1952 South end to Beacon 24___ --------------------- 32 27. 5 31.0 31.0 30. 5 Do--__ Beacon 24 to Beacon 38 .......------------ -------- 32 29. 5 32. 0 32. 0 32. 0 Do --- Beacon 38 to mouth of river_------------------ 32 32. 0 32. 0 32. 0 32. 0 River Channel: Do--.. Mouth to first bend_ ------------------------ 32 29. 5 32. 0 32. 0 28. 5 Do-_-_ Through first bend . 32 ..............------------------------. 31. 0 32. 0 32. 0 29. 5 Do---- Second bend to turning basin .----------------.. 32 30. 0 32. 0 32. 0 29. 0 June 1952 Turning basin-------------------------------................................... 32 29. 0 29. 5 28. 5 25. 5 Do ..-- Turning basin to highway bridge_.__--- --- -_32 29. 5 26. 5 23. 5 20. 0 Chickasaw Creek: Jan. 1952 Highway bridge to mouth of creek-..-- _-...-. 25 25. 0 25 0 17. 5 16. 5 Do. .. Mouth to 400 feet south of Shell Bayou_..... 25 23. 0 24. 0 24. 0 22. 5 Do -_. Arlington Channel . ....................---------------------------- 27 17. 0 18. 0 18. 0 18. 5 Do- _ Garrows Bend Channel _------------------------ 27 22. 5 23. 5 23. 5 21. 5 Do-_ _ Garrows Bend Turning Basin ..............-------------------. 27 25. 5 22. 0 22. 5 22. 5 Do -. Quarantine Station Basin........---------------------- 32 24. 0 28. 0 28. 0 32. 0 A channel 27 feet deep and 150 feet wide alongside of Arlington Pier from Mobile Bay Channel to the turning basin at the inner end of Garrows Bend Channel was completed in April 1942. This chan- nel, constructed with military funds for the Brookley Air Force Base, was included in the project for Mobile Harbor, Ala., by the River and Harbor Act approved March 2, 1945 (H. Doc. 282, 76th Cong., 1st sess., and H. Doec. 739, 79th Cong., 2d sess.). The costs and expenditures on the existing project to June 30, 1952, were as follows: Costs Expenditures New work Maintenance Total Regular funds..............--------- ------------..... $1, 144, 936.84 $5, 965, 717. 50 $7, 110, 654. 34 $6, 985, 879. 71 Public Works funds-------------------........ 14,000.00 ------------ - 14, 000. 00 14, 000. 00 Emergency Relief funds_---- ---------- 41, 241.64 ---------------- 41, 241. 64 41, 241. 64 Total........................... ---------- 1, 200, 178. 48 5, 965, 717. 50 7, 165, 895. 98 7, 041, 121. 35 Proposed operations.--Thebalance unexpended June 30, 1952, $129,- 147.56, plus an allotment of $373,000, a total of $502,147.56, will be applied as follows: RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 673 Accounts payable June 30, 1952---------------------------- $124, 774. 63 Maintenance: Complete dredging, by contract, to restore project dimensions in lower Mobile Bay Channel. Work commenced May 16, 1952; to be completed about July 1952 ------------------------------- $41, 468. 00 Dredging, by contract, to restore project dimensions in upper Mobile Bay Channel, about 2 months, February and March 1953 _________--------30,904. 93 Dredging, by contract, to restore project dimen- sions in the Mobile River Channels, about 3 months, between November 1952 and January 1953 ----------------------------------- 252, 000. 00 Snagging in Mobile River, Chickasaw Creek, and Three Mile Creek, with U. S. Derrick boat J. M. Pratt, about 5 months, during the fiscal year.._. 30, 000. 00 Miscellaneous examinations, surveys, inspections, and contingenies-- ------ ------.- 23, 000, 00 377, 372. 93 Total for all work ___-------------------- - 5__ 147. 56 502, The additional sum of $508,000 can be profitably expended during the fiscal year 1954 for: Maintenance dredging, by contract, to restore project dimensions in the Mobile Bay and River channels________ _________________ $420, 000 Snagging, with Government plant and hired labor in Mobile River, Three Mile Creek, and Chickasaw Creek ____-___ _-----___-_ -- 60, 000 Miscellaneous investigations, surveys, examinations, permits, contin- gencies, etc-- -------------------------------------------- 28, 000 Total ---------------------------------------------- 508, 000 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30-- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated------......------------............ --------........ . -$28,987.88------------ ---- _--__ $7, 883, 283.16 Cost........--------------.. $237, 873. 99 $51, 853. 39 j64, 851. 41 ------------- 7,883, 283. 16 Expenditures-------........ 350, 636. 92 -59, 354. 18 111, 940. 09 ----------------------- 7, 883, 283. 16 Maintenance: Appropriated- ..... _ 518, 300. 95 438, 500. 00 549, 250. 00 $216, 030. 92 $306, 050. 00 10, 066, 771. 54 Cost----__ --- 527, 530. 48 404, 179. 39 493, 022. 31 257, 944. 84 350, 636. 98 10, 062, 398. 61 Expenditures--------... .. 526, 492. 49 378, 275. 41 427, 778. 12 325, 167. 14 250, 150. 48 9, 937, 623. 98 8. REMOVING THE WATER HYACINTH, MOBILE DISTRICT Location.-Streams tributary to the Gulf coast in the Mobile district. Existing project.-This provides for the extermination or removal of plants from the navigable waters of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas, so far as they are or may become an obstruction to commerce, by any mechanical, chemical, or other means whatsoever; for the construction and operation of boats equipped with suitable machinery for such removal; and for the construction and operation of log booms to prevent the drifting of plants from one stream to another. 674 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The estimate of cost, made in 1899, was $25,000 each for two boats, $10,000 for operation in each district, and $1,000 for the establish- ment of booms. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $30,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents Mar. 3,1899 Appropriations made for the States of Florida and H. Doc. 91, 55th Cong., 3d sess. Louisiana and provided for the extermination or removal of plants, the building of boats, and the establishment of booms. June 13,1902 Use of any mechanical, chemical, or other means whatsoever. Mar. 3,1905 Appropriation made available for the State of Texas_- Do-...... Appropriations made for Florida, provided that no Mar. 2,1907 J chemical process injurious to cattle shall be used. July 25,1912 Appropriation made available for the State of Missis- sippi, and also made available for use in that State the operating plant pertaining to the work in Louisiana. July 27,1916 Appropriation made available for the State of Ala- bama. Local cooperation.-Nonerequired. Operations and results during fiscal year.-United States plant operating in Three Mile Creek, Bayou Sara, Tensaw River, Catfish Bayou, and various other small waterways tributary to Mobile Har- bor, Ala., and Pearl River, La., sprayed 219 acres of hyacinth between July 1 and September 14, 1951, at a cost of $5,422.71. Miscellaneous investigations cost $155.06. The total cost was $5,577.77 for main- tenance. The expenditures were $5,048.80. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, which is for maintenance, was commenced about 1899, and work has been carried on as required since that time. The total costs and expenditures were $432,343.19. Proposed operations.-An allotment of $10,000 for fiscal year 1953 will be applied to the operation of one United States hyacinth con- veyor, two spray barges, and one sawboat removing hyacinths and other aquatic growths in the navigable waterways of the Mobile, Ala., district during the fiscal year. The additional sum of $20,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance operations of one United States hyacinth conveyor, two spray barges, and one sawboat on the removal of hyacinths and other aquatic growths in the navigable waterways of the Mobile, Ala., district. (ost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- 1949 1950 1951 Maintenance: Appropriated......... $40, 000.00 $23,500.00 Cost..---------............... 31,070.63 29, 523.55 Expenditures ......... 31, 730.78 28,468.24 RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 675 9. ALABAMA-COOSA RIVERS, ALA. AND GA. Location.-The Alabama River is formed 18 miles above Mont- gomery, Ala., by the junction of the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers. Thence it flows southwesterly through Alabama 318 miles, and unites with the Tombigbee River about 45 miles north of Mobile, in south- western Alabama, to form the Mobile River. (See U. S. Geological Survey maps for central and southwest Alabama.) The Coosa River is formed at Rome, Ga., in northwest Georgia, by the junction of the Oostanaula and Etowah Rivers, which have their sources in northern Georgia. From Rome the Coosa River flows southwesterly through Georgia and Alabama 286 miles and unites with the Tallapoosa River near Montgomery, Ala., at about the center of the State, to form the Alabama River. (See U. S. Geological Survey maps for northeast Alabama and northwest Georgia.) Previous projects.-Previous projects for Alabama River were adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of June 18, 1878, July 13, 1892, March 3, 1905, and June 25, 1910. For further details see page 1837, annual report for 1915, page 725, annual report for 1938, and para- graph "Existing project," page 592, annual report for 1944. Previous projects for the Coosa River were adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of August 14, 1876, September 18, 1890, July 13, 1892, June 25, 1910, and June 26, 1934. For further details of previous projects see page 1837, annual report for 1915, page 728, annual report for 1938, and paragraph "Existing project," page 594, annual report for 1944. Existing project.-This provides for the initial and ultimate devel- opment of the Alabama-Coosa Rivers and tributaries for navigation, flood control, power, and other purposes, substantially in accordance with plans being prepared by the Chief of Engineers with such modi- fications thereof from time to time as in the discretion of the Secretary of War and the Chief of Engineers may be advisable for the purpose of increasing the development of hydroelectric power; for the initia- tion and accomplishment of the ultimate plan, it authorizes appropri- ations in such amounts as Congress may from time to time determine to be advisable, the total of such appropriations not to exceed $60,000,- 000. The initial phase of the ultimate development provides for the con- struction of Howell Mill Shoals, Jones Bluff, and Millers Ferry multi- ple-purpose improvements, Claiborne lock and dam, and supplemental channel work to provide a channel depth of 9 feet for navigation from the mouth of the Alabama River to Montgomery, Ala. The variation between average high and low water is 40.4 feet. The extreme varia- tion is 58 feet, at Montgomery. 676 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The following table gives various features of the proposed locks and dams and multiple-purpose developments included in the existing project: Proposed structures Claiborne Millers Ferry Jones Bluff Howell Mill lock and dam lock and dam lock and dam Shoals dam Miles above mouth_-----------__---- 186-------- 1145 --------... 1250 ...-------- 106. Nearest town---------___-_-_---_-- Claiborne,Ala_ Camden,Ala_.. Benton, Ala_ Easonville, Alas Distance (miles)....------------------- 7----------- 7----------7 ---- ----------..... 1, 5. Greatest lock length available for full 450 .---------- 450------------ 450---... width (feet). Width of lock chamber (feet)---------- 82--------- .....------- 82--------- 82--- Lift (feet)-..----------------------------... 20----------- 50------------ 45 ----- Elevation of normal pool surface(msl)__ 30 ------------- 80_ _------. 125___----------- 505. Depth over sills at low water (feet) ----- 12 __-______... 12 --------- 12_____-____ Character of foundation-------- ------ -- Rock .- ____ Rock__ --. ......... Rock-------- Rock. Kind of dam.------...- ------__________ Fixed .....-- Fixed ..-- Fixed........ Fixed. Height of dam (feet)----------------.. 50------------ 85------------ 91------------ 132. Type construction-...------------- Concrete ----- Concrete----- Concrete-----...... Concrete. Reservoir capacity (acre feet) __--------------------370, 000--------..... 250, 000....... 2,245, 200. Power development (KW)------------____________ 57,000 ------- 51,000------- ........ 200,000. Percent com plete -....----- ----------- -------------- .................. Year opened to navigation---------.. Estimated cost --------------------.. . $15, 359, 800 ...---- $44, 337, 100 .-. $43, 430, 200 -... $105,451, 500. 1 Above mouth of Alabama River. 2 Above mouth of Coosa River. * Power pool. The estimated cost for new work, revised in 1952, is $210,248,600, exclusive of amount expended on previous projects. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $1,082,000, in- cluding $871,000 for operating and care. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of March 2, 1945 (H. Doc. 414, 77th Cong., 1st sess.). The latest pub- lished map of Alabama River will be found in annual report, 1912, page 2124. Drawings of the Alabama-Coosa Rivers and tributaries are contained in House Document No. 66, Seventy-fourth Congress, first session. The latest published maps of the Coosa River will be found in an- nual report, 1890, page 1644, for that portion of the river from lock No. 4 to Greensport; annual report, 1891, page 1752, for that portion between Wetumpka and lock No. 4; and annual report, 1913, page 2125, for the upper Coosa. Local cooperation.--None required. Term nal facilities.-On the east bank at Montgomery, a natural landing connects with the city streets. The Wofford Oil Co. has a small wharf about 10 miles below Montgomery equipped for handling petroleum products. There are also various natural landings along the river. These facilities and natural landings on the Alabama River are considered adequate for the existing commerce. At Rome, Ga., there is one small wharf on the left bank of Oosta- naula River, and a private wharf on the left bank of Etowah River, RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 677 used exclusively by the owners. These facilities and natural landings on the Coosa River are considered adequate for the existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Work on engineering studies and advance planning was continued at a cost of $243,812.90. The expenditures were $245,126.99. Condition at end of fiscal year.-No construction has been performed on the existing project. The controlling depths on the Alabama River, ascertained in 1938, were as follows: Mouth to Selma, 4 feet; Selma to Montgomery, 3.5 feet; Montgomery to Wetumpka, 3 feet. Boats drawing 3 feet or less can usually operate throughout the year; greater depths are usually available from November to June each year. Zero readings on the gages at Selma and Millers Ferry, Ala., indicate that a depth of 4 feet is available at these locations. A zero reading on the gage at Montgomery, Ala., indicates that a depth of 31/2 feet is available. On the Coosa River the controlling depth was 21/2 feet on several of the bars; from Gadsden, Ala., to Woods Ferry, 37 miles, the controlling depth was 3 feet, certain shoals being the controlling points. From Woods Ferry to Lock No. 4, 9 miles, the controlling depth was 4 feet. These depths are available throughout the year; increased depths ordinarily exist between January and June, inclusive. Since all existing locks on this river are inoperative, through naviga- tion is impossible. The cost under the existing project was $1,590,779.84, of which $1,504,658.65 was for new work, $66,858.27 for maintenance, and $19,262.92 for operating and care. The expenditures w e r e $1,589,284.93. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $22,436.26 and accounts receivable of $100,000 plus allotments of $100,000, a total of $222,436.26, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952---- ------------------------ $1, 494. 91 New work: Howell Mill Shoals Dam: Engineering and design, plans, specifications etc---------- 220, 941. 35 Total ------------------------------------------- 222, 436. 26 The additional sum of $7,000,000 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for: New work: Howell Mill Shoals Dam: Engineering and design, plans and specifications---------- $835, 000 Stage 1 cofferdam-------------------------- - 705, 000 Land acquisition and damages---------------------------- 300, 000 Relocations --------------------- 215, 000 Turbines and governors-- ----------------------------- 100, 000 Generators--------------- --- ------------------ 100, 000 Construction of embankment and saddle dikes and concrete abutment-left bank----- ------------------- ------- 4, 745, 000 Total---------------..---------------------------7,000, 000 678 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and flnancial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated_--.. - $250, 000. 00 $290, 000. 00 $165, 000. 00 $185, 000. 00 $175, 600. 00 $5, 318, 083. 09 Cost............--------------..... 217, 689.52 301, 077. 90 208, 349. 11 193, 960.47 243, 812 90 5, 197. 141. 74 Expenditures-......... 207,936. 90 318, 256. 80 200, 985.84 191, 050.44 245, 126i 99 5,195, 646. 83 Maintenance: Appropriated-------....... 7, 500. 00 9, 000. 00 22,188. 03 -51.43 ...-------- 3, 064,170. 83 --- Cost--....-----......... 3, 643. 12 11, 682. 22 23, 776. 52 .... 3, 064,170. 83 Expenditures--------- 2, 824. 10 12, 522. 73 23, 766. 71 .. ------------ 3,064,170. 83 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952 ___ _____________,__ $119, 481.85 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953_____---- 100, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 --- 219, 481. 85 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for com- pletion of existing project --- __ - - -____ ____-208, 523, 000 10. BLACK WARRIOR, WARRIOR, AND TOMBIGBEE RIVERS, ALA. Location.-The Black Warriorand Warrior Rivers, a single stream, rise in northern. Alabama above Birmingham and flow generally southwesterly to unite with the Tombigbee River at Demopolis, Ala. Thence, the Tombigbee flows south, uniting with the Alabama River to form the Mobile River 45 miles above the head of Mobile Bay. The distance by water from Mobile to the vicinity of Birmingham is about 415 miles. Previous projects.--The original project for the improvement of Warrior River, now combined with the Black Warrior and Tombig- bee Rivers, was adopted by act of March 3, 1875. For further details see page 1841, annual report for 1915, and page 732, annual report for 1938. Existing project.--This provides essentially for a canalized channel with minimum depth of 9 feet and a width of 200 feet, where prac- ticable, from the mouth of the Tombigbee River, 45 miles above Mobile, to the vicinity of Birmingham, via the Tombigbee and War- rior Rivers, to mile 447.6 on Sipsey Fork, mile 444.6 on Mulberry Fork, and mile 420.6 on Locust Fork, a total distance of 426.6 miles. The lift is accomplished by 15 locks and dams, one of the locks being a double-lift structure. The project also provides for construction of a new lock and dam near Demopolis, Ala., to replace existing dams 4, 5, 6, and 7, and for increasing the length of the spillway at dam 1. The River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1909, granted discretionary authority to the Sec- retary of War to reconstruct any existing structure whenever recon- struction is absolutely essential to its efficient and economical main- tenance and operation. The reconstruction may include such modifi- cation in plan and location as may be necessary to provide adequate facilities for existing navigation. Under this authority existing locks 8 and 9 will be replaced by a single lock at mile 266.3, near Eutaw, Ala., and, during the subsequent phase, locks 1, 2, and 3 on the lower Tombigbee River will be replaced. The project also provides for operation and care of all locks and dams. The following table gives various features of the existing locks and dams included in the existing project: Existing locks and dams Great- Type of construction Dis est Width Depth Dis- e of over Date of Actual cost above Lok Nearest town avail- Lift sills at Characterof Kindof Dateopened l c (Lokchain- (feet) low foundation dam conpl to navigation of lock and bile 1 (miles) forfull water Lock Dam (miles) width (feet) (feet) (feet) 1---------- 101. 6 Salitpa, Ala------- 5 281. 9 52 12 s 8.0 Soft Rock-...... Fixed. Concrete Concrete 1909 Sept. 6,1908 $560, 290.02 2---------........ 172. 6 Pennington, Ala_. 3 286. 0 52 9 10. 0 Hard clay-.... --.. do-....-- do-....... Timber crib, 1915 Nov. 1, 1914 560, 114. 09 stone-filled. 3.....---------.. 194. 6 Whitfield, Ala.-.. 9 286. 0 52 10 9.0 -. do------..........-- do ... do............do......1915 Sept. 21, 1914 609, 622. 80 4------- 221.6 Demopolis, Ala. . 1 285. 6 52 10 9.0 ... do-----........--... do ... do....... ..... do--........ 1908 Dec. 1, 1908 479, 000. 00 5---------- 236.6 Greensboro, Al 17 285. 6 52 10 9.0 - do----- do .... do--........do......... 1908 Sept. 1,1908 501, 000. 00 6-.--------- 257.1 Sawyerville, Ala 6 285. 6 52 10 9.0 Piles......---- .. do ... do.......--- ... do......... 1908 Oct. 1,1908 443, 000. 00 7-__--------- 272.6 Eutaw, Ala_ 6 284. 7 52 10 9.0 ___do __ -- do ... do---------.........do....... 1903 Nov. 7,1903 225, 600. 00 8_--_-------- 288. 6 Akron, Ala........ 3 284. 7 51. 65 10 9.0 _-. do____---- ----- do ...- . do------ --.... do-........ 1903 Jan. 1, 1903 212, 400. 00 9__-------- 305.6 Moundville, Ala.__ 7 284.7 52 11 9.0 .... do _____-.do ... do-.....-......do-........1902 --.. do .. . 202,440.00 Tucaloosa__ 351. 35 Tuscaloosa, Ala___....-___... 460. 0 95 30 10. 8 Hard blue shale_ .__do-... do... ... Concrete___ .... __ 1940 Aug. 29,1939 4, 450, 873. 50 ......---... 13---- . 6 60----- Peterson, Ala..... 3 285. 5 52 11 10.7 Hard sandstone_ __do-__ Stone..... Stone....--__ 1905 July 4, 1905 203, 700. 00 14 ........--------- 364. 1 Peterson, Ala...... 7 282. 1 52 14 9. 5 do_--------- _--do_ Concrete__ Concrete -- __. 1910 Mar. 29,1910 414, 714. 89 15 ---------..... 370.6 Northport, Ala..._ 20 282.1 52 14 10.0 ---- do-------- -- do__-d.... do------- .do ... .. 910 May 2,1910 430,233.87 16 --------- 377.1 Adger, Ala __.... 21 285.5 52 21 9. 5 .do---- ---.........---..do .... do----- --..... do __ .... 1915 Jan. 1,1915 520,853.68 17 -----.......---. 378. 6 Adger, Ala ....... 20 285. 5 52 72 9. 5 _... do--...--------- do ... do--- __ .. do .-. . 1915 May 13,1915 4 3, 424, 858. 98 Total lift__------------------------------------------ - 254 1 Mileage from foot of Government St., Mobile, Ala. 2 River is tidal below this lock, and depth over the lower miter sill is 9 feet about 91 percent of the time, the minimum depth being 6.9 feet at extreme low tide. 8 Double lock. 4 Does not include $1,435,635.76 estimated cost of land submerged, damage to structures, and cost of clearing. 680 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Tidal influence extends from Mobile 101.6 miles to lock 1, where the tidal effect is apparent only at low stages of river. At Mobile the mean and extreme tidal ranges are 1.5 and 3.6 feet, respectively. These are at times slightly increased by the effect of winds. The greatest fluctuation of river stages is at Demopolis, Ala., the maxi- mum being 59.7 feet. The maximum fluctuations at other points are 40 feet at lock 1, 101.6 miles from Mobile; 57.8 feet at Tuscaloosa, Ala., 352.6 miles from Mobile; 13 feet at Birmingport, 409.6 miles from Mobile; and 27 feet at Cordova, 429.6 miles from Mobile. The ordinary fluctuations at these points are at lock 1, 20 feet; at Demop- olis, 35 feet; at Tuscaloosa, 40 feet; at Birmingport, 4 feet; and at Cordova, 7 feet. The works of improvement have reduced the amount of fluctuations at different points by 3 to 10 feet. The estimated cost of new work, approved in 1952 is $56,293,400. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $750,000, including $350,000 for operating and care. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents July 5,1884Original appropriation for improving Black Warrior River. Original project for slack-water improvement au- Annual report, 1887, pt. 2, p. 1302. thorized by Secretary of War Apr. 19, 1887. Mar. 3,1899 Construction of the first locks between Tuscaloosa and Demopolis. Sept. 19, 1890 Maintenance of the section of Tombigbee River be- Do-----.. low lock 1 to its mouth (66 miles) included in the existing project. Construction of locks and dams 1, 2, and 3. Merging of the individual projects for the Black Warrior IH. Doc. 178, 56th Cong., 2d sess., and Annual Report, 1901, pt. 3. p. 1858. and Warrior Rivers and the Tombigbee River be- H. Doc. 165, 57th Cong., 1st sess., low Demopolis. and Annual Report, 1902, p. 1293. Mar. 2,1907 Construction of locks and dams, 14, 15, 16, and 17_..--- Mar. 3,1909 Provides for reconstruction of obsolete structures, Public Law No. 317. modified in plan and location, to provide efficient and economical maintenance and operation. Aug. 22,1911 Lift of lock 17 changed to 63 feet, and construction of H. Doc. 72, 62d Cong., 1st sess. locks and dams 18 and 19 eliminated from the proj- ect. Extension of slack-water improvement to Sanders Ferry on Mulberry Fork and Nichols Shoal on Locust Fork. Mar. 2,1919 Raising of various dams 2 feet and raising the lock Annual Report, 1918, p.876. walls 2 feet at lock 1 to provide a minimum depth of 8 feet at low water, widening the channel to 150 feet where practicable. Aug. 30,1935 For snagging Mobile River from the mouth of Chick- H. Doc. 728, 71st Cong., 3d sess. asaw Creek to the junction of the Alabama and Tombigbee Rivers. Do ...... Extension of the project to its present limits and H. Doec. 56, 73d Cong., 1st sess.' channel dimensions. Do .... Construction of a lock and dam below Tuscaloosa to Rivers and Harbors Committee replace original locks and dams 10, 11, and 12. Doec. 26, 74th Cong., 1st sess. June 26, 19342 Operation and care of locks and dams provided for with funds from War Department appropriations for rivers and harbors. Mar. 2,1945 Construction of a lock and dam near Demopolis to H. Doe. 276, 76th Cong., 1st sess.3 replace existing dams 4, 5, 6, and 7. Do....... Provide increased spillway capacity at dam 1.....-.. H. Doc. 382, 77th Cong., 1st sess. 1 Contains latest published maps of the Tombigbee River and tributaries. 2 Permanent Appropriation Repeal Act. = Contains maps of the Warrior River system. For maps of the Warrior and Black Warrior Ri ers, see annual reports for 1911, p. 1702 and 1918, p. 2144, respectively. Local cooperation.-Fullycomplied with. Terminal facilities.-Facilitiescomprising loading and transfer sta- tions, wharves, etc., have been provided where required along this RIVERS AND HARBORS--MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 681 waterway. All are privately owned and operated except the terminals at Tuscaloosa, which are leased to a private company but serve the general public, and the terminals at miles 357.6 and 409.6 which are owned and operated by the Inland Waterways Corp., but also serve the general public. These terminals are considered adequate for the existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Demopolis lock and dam: Design and preparation of contract plans and specifica- tions continued at a cost of $72,324. Land acquisition and damages cost $12,641; overburden excavation cost $11,428; well on lock mound cost $868; construction of lock, dam, and appurtenances cost $2,279,- 725; purchase of tools and equipment cost $6,594. The total cost for the fiscal year for new work was $2,345,720.78, including a credit of $37,849; charge transferred to operating and care. Maintenance: The U. S. pipeline dredge Wm. L. Guthrie operating in the Warrior and Tombigbee Rivers July 1 to October 31, 1951, and April 10 to June 30, 1952, removed 1,979,299 cubic yards of material at a cost of $243,431. The U. S. pipeline dredge Blackwater removed 484,943 cubic yards of material from the Tombigbee River July 1 to 24, 1951, and April 26 to June 19, 1952, at a cost of $97,900. The U. S. snagboat Denison operating in the Warrior and Tombigbee Rivers July 1 to December 18, 1951, and March 1 to June 30, 1952, removed 9,773 obstructions and 2,720 cubic yards of rock at a cost of $86,525. The U. S. snagboat Montgomery removed 12,110 cubic yards of ma- terial, 4,853 obstructions, and 50 cords of drift from the Warrior and Tombigbee Rivers July 1, 1951, to April 10, 1952, and May 1 to June 30, 1952, at a cost of $105,739. Spraying grass and banks at edge of water at dam 17 to eliminate mosquito breeding cost $24,756. Miscel- laneous investigations and surveys throughout the year cost $3,867. The total cost for maintenance was $562,218.33. Operating and care: Government plant and hired labor: Operated and maintained all locks and dams, telephone lines, 141 miles, and other equipment and plant; continued work on electrification of miter gates. Plans and definite project report on the modernization of the waterway were continued. The cost for hired labor operations was $699,919. Contract: Completed rehabilitation of electric system at lock 17 at a cost of $12,760. The total cost for operating and care for the fiscal year was $712,678.63. The total cost for the fiscal year was $3,620,617.74, of which $2,345,- 720.78 was for hew work, $562,218.33 for maintenance, and $712,678.63 for operating and care. The expenditures were $3,247,363.02. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The existing project was commenced in 1887. Eighteen locks and dams comprising 70 percent of the orig- inal project have been built. Three of these (10, 11, and 12) have been removed and replaced by the Tuscaloosa lock and dam. (See table under "Existing project.") The channel has been dredged, original snagging completed, and principal lock houses built at all locks. A dredged channel through Sunflower Bend cutoff on the Tombigbee River was completed in 1938. Construction of crest gates on dam 17, 682 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Black Warrior River, was completed in 1938. Construction of Tusca- loosa lock and dam was completed in 1940. A depth of 9 feet and a minimum width of 100 feet obtained throughout the improvement, and all-year navigation is possible within those dimensions, except at lock 1 where the depth over the lower miter sill is 9 feet about 91 percent of the time with a minimum depth of 6.9 feet at extreme low tide. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of com- pleting construction of a new lock and dam near Demopolis, Ala., to replace existing dams 4, 5, 6, and 7; providing increased spillway width at dam 1; and constructing a new lock and dam near Eutaw, Ala., to replace existing locks 8 and 9. The costs for the existing project to June 30, 1952, were as follows: Costs New work Maintenance Operating and care Total Regular funds __---_---------.--- $19, 419, 436. 62 $6, 416,825. 94 $14, 812,817.06 $40, 649. 079.62 Public Works funds ..----------------. 79, 219.93 .-------------------------- 79, 219.93 Emergency Relief funds-------..... _ - 607, 307. 56 --.----- ................ 607, 307. 56 Total-.......---------------------- 20, 105, 964.11 6, 416, 825.94 14, 812, 817.06 41, 335.607. 11 The total expenditures to June 30, 1952, were $32,002,428.87, of which $31,315,901.38 were regular funds, $79,219.93 Public Works funds, and $607,307.56 Emergency Relief funds. In addition, the sum of $8,932,686.64 was expended between July 1, 1896, and June 30, 1935, on the operation and care of works of improvement under the provision of the permanent indefinite appro- priation for such purposes. Proposed operations.--The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $3,141,976.17, and accounts receivable, $1,008,200.62, plus allotments for fiscal year 1953 of $4,547,000 for new work, $395,500 for mainte- nance, and $525,000 for operating and care, a total of $9,617,676.79, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952------------- -------- $414, 963. 45 New work: Demopolis lock and dam: Engineering and design--------------- $37, 658. 00 Well on lock mound------------------- 7, 209. 00 Overburden excavation------------------46, 302. 00 Lock, dam, and appurtenances-------- 6, 381, 615.08 Reservoir clearing---------------- 400, 000. 00 Shops and yard------------------------ 200, 000. 00 Land acquisition and relocations-------- 1,062, 698. 00 Total -------------------------------------- 8, 135, 482. 08 Warrior lock and dam: Engineering and design--------------------------- 75, 000. 00 RIVERS AND HARBORS--MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 683 Maintenance: Dredging in river channel between mile 45 and head of navigation with U. S. pipeline dredge Winm. L. Guthrie and U. S. snagboats Mont- gomery and Denison, as necessary---------_ $276, 529. 92 Snagging in river channel between Chickasaw Creek and head of navigation with U. S. snagboats Montgomery and Denison, as necessary-_--------------------- -------- 90, 000. 00 Hired labor spraying grass and banks at edge of Bankhead Lake and Dam No. 17 pool to elimi- nate mosquito breeding------------------- 15, 000. 00 Surveys, stream gaging, and contingencies------ 13, 000. 00 Total ---------------------------------------- $394, 529. 92 Operating and care: Operation of 15 locks and dams------------ 250, 000. 00 Ordinary repairs------------------------- 35, 000. 00 Improvement and reconstruction-__________ 166, 101.34 Engineering and design, plans and specifications, etc., on modernization of waterway--------- 146, 600. 00 Total -------------------------------- ----- 597, 701. 34 Total for all work --- -__--_-------------- __- - 9, 617, 676. 79 The additional sum's of $11,000,000 for new work, $526,500 for main- tenance, and $578,000 for operating and care, a total of $12,104,500, can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for: New work: Demopolis lock and dam: Plans and specifications_ -__ - -____ ____- $40, 000 Acquisition of land and damages ___________ 336, 000 Construction of lock, dam, and appurtenances___ 4, 718, 000 Reservoir clearing_-__-- 748, 000 Shops and yard-________________-________ 175, 000 Relocation of roads and utilities____------ 483, 000 Total-------------------------------------$6, 500, 000 Warrior lock and dam: Engineering and design-------------- $366, 000 -___ Dam and spillway______________ 1,000,000 Acquisition of land and damages___-------- 175, 000 Construction of lock--------------------- 2, 959, 000 Total ----------------------------------------- 4, 500, 000 Maintenance: Dredging in river channel between mile 45 and head of naviga- tion with United States pipeline dredge and United States snagboats, as necessary; snagging in the river channel be- tween Chickasaw Creek and head of navigation with United States snagboats, as necessary; hired labor spraying to elim- inate mosquito breeding; and surveys, gaging, investigations, and contingencies-------------------------------- 526, 500 Operating and care: Operation of 15 locks and dams; ordinary repairs; improve- ment and reconstruction-------------------------------- 578, 000 Total for all work----- --------- -- - 12, 104, 500 684 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 959. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: --------. Appropriated......----------........-------..... $1,000,000.00 $2,100,000.00 $4,000,000.00 $24, 382, 603. 30 Cost------------------ $38, 732.10 $138, 316.53 645, 223. 62 484,158.44 2, 345, 720. 78 20, 712, 894. 89 Expenditures ------- - 38, 646. 50 135, 398. 71 520, 580.86 543, 625.58 2, 020, 862.06 20, 320, 233. 59 Maintenance: M 4 Appropriated.-----_ 977, 400.00 1, 029,149.11 1,062, 300.00 995, 940.00 1,192, 398.07 21, 351, 419.16 Cost------------------ 795, 803. 84 1,186, 094.741,001, 564.05 951, 587. 79 1, 274, 896.96 21, 279, 643.00 Expenditures-------- 798, 710. 461,170, 819. 48 966, 020.671, 042, 380. 85 1, 226, 500. 96 21, 271, 812. 70 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952____--___________----__--- $986, 984. 34 Appropriated for fiscal year ending June 30, 1953____________ 4, 547, 000. 00 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953----------- 5, 533, 984. 34 Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project___ ___________--_.-__ _ 27, 970, 800 11. WATERWAY CONNECTING THE TOMBIGBEE AND TENNESSEE RIVERS, ALA. AND MISS. Location.-From mile 215 on the Tennessee River, this waterway extends southerly through eastern Mississippi 154 miles and western Alabama 106 miles, a total of 260 miles, to the confluence of the Warrior and Tombigbee Rivers at Demopolis, Ala. Previous projects.-Work between Demopolis and Columbus was commenced in 1871 and modified in 1879. For the section above Columbus there are no previous projects. The total cost and expendi- ture on the section between Demopolis and Columbus was $63,382.98, of which $47,342.98 was for new work and $16,040 for maintenance. For further details see page 1842, annual report for 1915. The act of September 19, 1890, provided for improvement and maintenance of the section between Columbus and Demopolis (H. Doc. 156, 51st Cong., 1st sess., and annual report for 1890, p. 1719); the acts of March 3, 1873, and August 11, 1888, provided for improvement and maintenance of that part of the waterway between Columbus and Walkers Bridge (Annual reports for 1873, p. 548, and 1882, p. 1312); the act of February 27, 1911, consolidated the improvement from Demopolis to Walkers Bridge under one head and made one appro- priation for that section. The River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935, provided for abandonment of the project for the slack-water improvement of the Tombigbee River above Demopolis (H. Doc. 56, 73d Cong., 1st sess.). For further details see page 699, annual report for 1937. The total cost under the previous project was $431,981.44, of which $197,650.71 was for new work and $234,330.73 for maintenance. Existing project.-This provides for a waterway to connect the Tombigbee and Tennessee Rivers by way of the East Fork of the Tombigbee River, Mackeys and Yellow Creeks, to provide a channel from the junction of the Tombigbee and Warrior Rivers at Demopolis, Ala., for 260 miles to the Pickwick Pool on the Tennessee River, not less than 9 feet deep with a minimum bottom width of 170 feet in RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 685 the river and canal section and 150 feet in the divide cut; with locks 110 by 600 feet clear inside dimensions. The plan of improvement for the waterway may be divided into three sections as follows: River section from the junction of the Warrior and Tombigbee Rivers at Demopolis, Ala., to mile 180 on the Tombigbee River, with a channel 9 feet deep and 170 feet wide, to be obtained by dredging and construction of 4 locks and dams; the canal section from mile 180 to mile 221, with a channel 12 feet deep and 170 feet wide, to be obtained partly by excavation and partly by levees, and by the construction of 6 locks; the divide section from mile 221 to mile 260 in the Pickwick Pool on the Tennessee River, with a channel 12 feet deep and 150 feet wide, by means of a lock and dam at the Narrows and a 27-mile cut. Passing places 200 feet wide and 1,000 feet long, with transitions 500 feet long at each end, are to be provided about every 4 miles in the divide section. The estimated cost for new work approved in 1952, is $211,194,000. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $811,000. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act approved July 24, 1946 (H. Doc. 486, 79th Cong., 2d sess.). Local cooperation.-Provides that local interests give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of War and that they will (a) make and maintain at their expense alterations as required in highways and highway bridges and in sewer, water-supply, and drainage facilities; (b) provide and maintain at their expense and as required suitable and adequate river and canal terminals in accordance with plans ap- proved by the Secretary of War and the Chief of Engineers. Offi- cials of the State of Mississippi were notified of the requirements of local cooperation on December 13, 1949, and officials of the State of Alabama were notified on December 20, 1949. Legislation enabling boards of supervisors of the various counties concerned to enter into agreements with the United States relative to navigation projects was adopted by the State of Mississippi in 1950. Similar legislation is pending before the Alabama legislature. Terminal facilities.-There are no terminal facilities along this waterway. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Preliminary work in connection with preparation of detailed project plans cost $64,179.20, charged to new work. The expenditures were $73,993.82. Condition at end of fscal year.-No construction work has been done on the existing project. Some preliminary work in connection with the definite project report, preliminary planning, and detailed plans and specifications has been accomplished. Work has been sus- pended under the curtailed planning program. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project were $712,981.21. Proposed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $1,530.56, will be applied to payment for Ohio River Division laboratory tests. 245554-53-vol. 1- 44 686 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-....----_ $600,000.00---------- $200,000.00 $40, 000.00 -$183,488.23 $912,162.48 Cost------------------ 252, 078.98 $82,027. 54 45,634.29 213, 944.74 64,179.20 910, 631. 92 Expenditures--------- 233, 057.25 98, 542. 97 39, 080. 06 213, 346.80 73, 993.82 910, 631. 92 Maintenance: Appropriated----..------------ ------------------------------------------ 234,330.73 Cost-....------------------------ ---------- - ------------ ------------ ------------ 330.73 234, Expenditures-------------------- ---------------------------- ----- 234, 330.73 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appropriated for completion of existing project--_------------- $210, 479, 500 12. PASCAGOULA HARBOR, MISS. Location.-This harbor, located along the lower 6.8 miles of Pascagoula River and the lower 4 miles of Dog River, is in south- eastern Mississippi, about 61 miles by water west of Mobile Harbor, Ala., and about 44 miles east of Gulfport Harbor, Miss. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1267.) Previous projects.-Appropriations were made for Pascagoula River by the River and Harbor Acts of March 2, 1827, May 23, 1828, and August 30, 1852. The first definite project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 14, 1880. Other projects were adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of August 5, 1886, August 18, 1894, June 3, 1896, March 3, 1899, June 13, 1902, and June 25, 1910. For further details see page 1843, annual report for 1915, and page 741, annual report for 1938. Existing project.--This provides for a through channel of the maxi- mum dimensions that can be secured by the expenditure of $283,000, but not exceeding 25 feet deep, 300 feet wide, and 3.1 miles long across the outer bar at Horn Island Pass, thence 22 feet deep and 225 feet wide to the railroad bridge at Pascagoula, thence 22 feet deep and 150 feet wide to State Highway 63 bridge, thence a cutoff channel 12 feet deep and 125 feet wide through Robertson and Bounds Lakes to a point on Dog River at mile 3.4 and thence up Dog River to mile 4, a total distance of about 21.7 miles. Under ordinary conditions the mean tidal range is 13/4 feet and the extreme tidal range is 33/4 feet. The estimate of cost for new work,*approved in 1952, is $327,000. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $105,000. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents 1 Mar. 4,1913 Limiting the channel' dimensions subject to local H. Doc. 682, 62d Cong., 2d sess. cooperation. Mar. 4,1915 Modified the required local cooperation and provided Rivers and Harbors Committee present project channel dimensions. Doc. 12, 63d Cong., 2d sess. May 17,1950 Cut-off channel, 12 by 125 feet, from State Highway H. Doc. 188, 81st Cong., 1st sess. 63 bridge through Robertson and Bounds Lakes, thence up Dog River to mile 4. I The latest published maps may be found in H. Dec.211, 54th Cong., 2d sess., and H. Dec. 188, 81st Cong., 1st sess. RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 687 Local cooperation.-Forwork authorized in accordance with House Document No. 188, Eighty-first Congress, first session, local interests are required to give assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will (a) provide, without cost to the United States, all lands, easements, spoil-disposal areas, and rights of way necessary for construction of the improvement and its subsequent maintenance when and as required; and (b) hold and save the United States free from damage due to the construction works. Terminal facilities.-The municipal wharf on the east side of Pas- cagoula River has an available dockage of 1,094 feet. The Louisville & Nashville Railroad Co.'s wharf in the Pascagoula River at Pasca- goula, Miss., just north of their bridge, and the Mississippi Export Railroad wharf on the Dog River at Moss Point, Miss., have available dockages of 60 and 380 feet, respectively. The Farnsworth Coal Co. has a wharf on the Pascagoula River, just north of the Louisville & Nashville Railroad Co.'s wharf. All private terminals, together with the municipal wharf, are considered adequate for existing commerce. (See Port Series No. 19 revised in 1949.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The contractor's dredge Diesel removed 628,059 cubic yards of material in the channel between State Highway 63 bridge and mile 4 in Dog River July 17 to August 10, and September 6 to 14, 1951, at a cost of $74,629.36 for maintenance. Miscellaneous investigations and surveys cost $2,493.21. The total cost was $77,122.57, charged to maintenance. The expenditures were $77,013.51. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, commenced in 1917, was about 79 percent completed. The controlling depths in the channels at the times shown were as follows: Horn Island Pass, 30 feet, May 1951; Mississippi Sound channel, 23 feet, May 1951; Pasca- goula River channel, 18 feet, September 1951. The increased depths in Horn Island Pass and Mississippi Sound channels were obtained with contributed funds during the fiscal year 1949. The work remain- ing to be done to complete the project consists of obtaining a 2-foot ad- ditional depth in the Pascagoula River channel from the Louisville & Nashville Railroad bridge to State Highway 63 bridge, thence a cut- off channel 12 feet deep and 125 feet wide through Robertson and Bounds Lakes, and thence up Dog River to mile 4. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952 were $1,777,167.63, of which $258,040.11 was for new work and $1,519,127.52 for maintenance. In addition, $739,513.49 was expended by local interests during fiscal year 1949 to deepen the channel south of the railroad bridge below project depth. Provosed operations.-No work is scheduled for fiscal years 1953 and 1954. 688 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated.........................--------------------- ------------ ------------..------------............ $1, 162, 481. 72 Cost---- ----------------------------------------------------------- 1,162, 481.72 Expenditures.... ---------- ------------ ------------ ----------------------- 1, 162, 481. 72 Maintenance: Appropriated-........ $166, 100. 00 $36, 000 $6, 417. 13 $110, 000.00 -$27,195.33 1, 931, 751. 67 ...----- Cost--- ------. 166, 217. 39 36, 000 6, 417. 13 5, 682. 10 77, 122. 57 1, 931, 751.67 Expenditures----....... 166, 173.07 36, 000 6, 417. 13 5, 791. 16 77, 013. 51 1, 931, 751. 67 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be ap- propriated for completion of existing project__--______-__ ____- $69, 000 13. PASCAGOULA RIVER, MISS. Location.-This river, about 89 miles long, is formed by the conflu- ence of the Leaf and Chickasawhay Rivers near Merrill, in south- eastern Mississippi, and empties into Mississippi Sound at Pascagoula. (See U. S. Geological Survey map of Mississippi.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Act of June 14, 1880. For further details see page 1845, annual report for 1915, and page 743, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides only for the maintenance of the channel above the mouth of the Dog or Escatawpa River, 82.1 miles, by the removal of obstructions from time to time. The mean and extreme tidal variations at the mouth are about 1/2 and 4 feet respec- tively. The ordinary and extreme fluctuations at Merrill, due to floods, are 19.4 and 26.2 feet, respectively. The latest (1952) ap- proved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $3,500. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents 1 Aug. 5,1886 The existing project was adopted and included Annual Report, 1879, p. 835. dredging at the mouth of the river. Mar. 3,1899 Limited the improvement to the section above the mouth of Dog River and appropriations since have been made accordingly. 1 For latest published map, see H. Doc. 1723, 64th Cong., 2d sess. Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-The natural landings on this river, the munic- ipal wharf at Pascagoula, and the privately owned wharves at Moss Point and Pascagoula, Miss., are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-None. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, which is for maintenance, was commenced in 1888, and work has been carried on intermittently since. The controlling depths at the end of the fiscal year were 7 feet from the mouth of Dog River to Dead Lake, 32 miles, and 3 feet in the remaining 50 miles of the project above RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 689 IDead Lake. The head of navigation for boat traffic is Merrill, Miss. A zero gage reading at Merrill indicates that a 3-foot depth of water is available; from December through June each year greater depths are available. The total costs and expenditures under the existing project, $152,509.52, were for maintenance. Proposed operations.---An allotment of $6,000 for fiscal year 1953 will be applied to maintenance snagging in the Pascagoula River during August and September 1952 with the U. S. derrick boat J. M. Pratt. No work is scheduled for fiscal year 1954. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 prior to 1948 New work: Appropriated .......... .....------------.... .. ........------------..........-----------............ ......-----------.....------------ $15, 000. 00 Cost..---------------- -------------------------------------------------- 15, 000.00 Expenditures .. ------------------------------------------------------- 15, 000. 00 Maintenance: Appropriated.......---------...--------........ $13, 000. 00 $13, 000. 00 $188.01 ............ 152, 509. 52 Cost .--- ---------------------- ... 4, 287. 68 18, 888. 03 3,012.30 ............ 152, 509. 52 Expenditures-..................... 3, 800. 00 18, 673. 27 3, 714. 74 ------------........... 152, 509. 52 14. HARRISON COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI, SHORE PROTECTION PROJECT Location.-Harrison County is on the Gulf coast of Mississippi about midway between Mobile, Ala., and New Orleans, La. Existing project.-This provides for Federal participation of $1,133,000 toward the repair of the Harrison County seawall and its protection by the construction of a beach from Biloxi lighthouse to Henderson Point near Pass Christian, Miss., a net length of about 24 miles. The beach is to have an over-all width of 300 feet above mean sea level. The existing project was authorized by the River and Harbor Act approved June 30, 1948, as outlined in House Docu- ment 682, Eightieth Congress, second session. The estimated Fed- eral cost of the project is limited to $1,133,000. The estimated cost to local interests is $1,869,000. Local cooperation.-The requirements of local cooperation pro- vide that local. interests shall (1) adopt the plan of improvement including repairs and alterations of the seawall as outlined in House Document 682, Eightieth Congress, second session; (2) submit for approval by the Chief of Engineers detailed plans and specifications and arrangements for prosecuting the entire improvement prior to the commencement of such work; (3) provide all necessary lands, easements, and rights of way for accomplishment of the work; and provided further that responsible State or local interests give satis- factory assurances that they will: (a) Maintain the seawall and drainage facilities and the beach by artificial replenishment during the useful life of the works as may be required to serve their intended purpose; (b) hold and save the United States free from all claims for damages that may arise either before, during, or after prosecution 690 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 of work; (c) remedy water pollution that would endanger public health; and (d) assure perpetual public ownership of the beach and its administration for public use only. Assurances that the require- ments of local cooperation would be met were approved by the Chief of Engineers January 10, 1951, subject to execution of a contract between the Harrison County Board of Supervisors and the district engineer. The contract was executed January 23, 1951. Operations and results during fiscal year.-Repairs, replacements, and alterations of drainage structures were completed at a cost of $747,592.97. Contractors dredged and placed 3,251,434 cubic yards of material in the protective beach at a cost of $732,479.64 The total cost for the fiscal year was $1,480,072.61, for new work. The cost to the United States for the Federal Government's share of the work was $731,903.64. The expenditures by the United States were $608.706.88. Conditionat end of fiscal year.-The project, commenced in January 1950, was physically completed in June 1952. Repairs to the sea wall, revision of the drainage system, and construction of the pro- tective beach were completed. Final inspection will be made in July 1952, and final payments will be made upon acceptance. The total cost to Harrison County, for new work, was $1,731,725.71. Total cost to the United States was $1,091,678.00. Total expenditures by the United States were $968,481.24. Proposed operations.-The balance unexpended June 30, 1952, $164,518.76, and accounts receivable $9.95, a total of $164,528.71, will be applied to accounts payable June 30, 1952, $123,206.71, and to final payments of the Federal Government's share of the work per- formed. Physical construction has been completed and no further operations are scheduled. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30- Total to June 30,1952, includ. ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--.....---------------------............ ............ ------------ $360, 000. 00 $773, 000. 00 $1,133, 000. 00 Cost-------...------------------------ -------- 359, 774.36 731, 903.64 1, 091, 678. 00 Expenditures.........-----------------------------------....359,774. 36 608,706. 88 968, 481. 24 Other new work data: Unobligated balance, June 30, 1952------------------------------ $9.95 Unobligated balance available for fiscal year 1953 _____--- ____--__ 9. 95 15. BILOXI HARBOR, MISS. Location.-On Mississippi Sound in southeastern Mississippi. It is 32 miles by water west of Pascagoula Harbor, Miss., and 14 miles east of Gulfport Harbor, Miss. (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1267.) RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 691 Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of August 2, 1882, and July 5, 1884. For further details see page 1846, annual report for 1915, page 863, annual report for 1929, and page 744, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel west of Deer Island 10 feet deep and 150 feet wide from the 10-foot contour in Mississippi Sound to the south waterfront of the city of Biloxi, and thence north of Deer Island to deep water in Back Bay of Biloxi, an over-all length of about 7 miles; for maintaining the Coast Guard channel to a depth of 6 feet and a width of 300 feet; and for maintaining the existing channel along the northerly side of United States Highway 90 bridge, from the main channel in Biloxi Harbor to the entrance to Ott Bayou, to a depth of 6 feet, a width of 40 feet and a length of about 1 mile. The project also provides for an entrance channel 6 feet deep, 50 feet wide and about 1,800 feet long into Old Fort Bayou, and an entrance channel 8 feet deep, 100 feet wide and about 1 mile long through Cranes Neck into Bayou Bernard. Under ordinary conditions, the mean tidal range is about 1.8 feet. The estimate of cost for new work, approved in 1952, is $64,780, exclusive of $5,000 contributed by local interests. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of maintenance is $24,200. The existing project was authorized by the following river and harbor acts: Acts Work authorized Documents 1 July 3,1930 Present project dimensions--.-------- H. Doc. 754, 69th Cong., 2d sess. .----------- June 20,1938 Relocation of channel__--___ _ __-----------__ _ H. Doec. 639, 75th Cong., 3d sess. Mar. L2,1945 Entrance channel 6 feet deep and 50 feet wide into H. Doc. 258, 76th Cong., 1st sess. Old Fort Bayou. Do..--..... Entrance channel 8 feet deep and 100 feet wide H. Doec. 326, 76th Cong., 1st sess. through Cranes Neck into Bayou Bernard. May 17,1950 Maintain channel 6 feet deep and 40 feet wide from H. Doec. 256, 81st Cong., 1st sess. Biloxi Harbor to Ott Bayou. 1 Contain latest published maps. Local cooperation.--Fully complied with except for the work au- thorized in accordance with House Document 258, Seventy-sixth Con- gress, first session, and House Document 326, Seventy-sixth Congress, first session, which provide that local interests furnish, free of cost to the United States, as and when required, lands, easements, and spoil-disposal areas for the initial work and for subsequent mainte- nance, and hold and save the United States free from claims for damages resulting from the work. For work authorized in accordance with House Document No. 256, Eighty-first Congress, first session, local interests are required to - furnish assurances satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army that they will (a) furnish, free of cost to the United States, all lands easements, and spoil-disposal areas for maintenance, when and as required; and. (b) hold and save the United States free from damage, including damage to oyster beds, resulting from the work. Terminal facilities.-These consist of a number of light timber wharves at Biloxi, owned by private parties but available to the 692 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 public. These are considered adequate for the existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-The cost for miscel- laneous investigations and surveys was $1,064.87, charged to mainte- nance. The expenditures were $988.86. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, commenced in 1931, was about 77 percent completed. The controlling depths in the channels at the times shown were as follows: Mississippi Sound channel, 8.5 feet, November 1951; entrance to Old Fort Bayou, 1.5 feet, August 1938; Cranes Neck channel, 8 feet, April 1949. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of dredg- ing a channel 8 feet deep and 100 feet wide through Cranes Neck into Bayou Bernard, and dredging an entrance channel 6 feet deep and 50 feet wide into Old Fort Bayou. The costs and expenditures for the existing project to June 30, 1952, were as follows: Costs Expenditures New work Maintenance Total Regular funds----------------------- $49, 780. 16 $316, 706. 82 $366, 486. 98 $366, 486. 98 Contributed funds--------- ------------ 5, 000. 00 10, 200. 00 15, 200.00 15, 200.00 Total--....-----...----------------..............-..... 54, 780. 16 326, 906.82 381, 686. 98 381, 686.98 Proposed operations.-An allotment of $26,000 for fiscal year 1953 will be applied as follows: Maintenance: Dredging, by contract, to restore project dimensions in the Biloxi Harbor channel, about one-half month during May 1953 $25,000 ------- Miscellaneous investigations, examinations, surveys, and contin- gencies ----------------------------------------------- 1, 000 Total ---------------------------------------------- 26,000 The additional sum of $26,250 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging, by contract, to restore project dimensions in the Biloxi Harbor channel, and for miscel- laneous surveys, investigations, examinations, and contingencies. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated-------........ .... ......------------ ..........--------....---------------- ........------------ ............-- 1$94,162.43 Cost-----------------.................................------------....-----------------------............----------- 194,162.43 Expenditures...--------------------- ------------ -- ---------------- 1 94, 162. 43 Maintenance: Appropriated -....... $52, 000.00 $18, 000.00 $26, 000.00 $25, 730.15 -$2, 422.50 2 403, 016.35 Cost __ _ 48, 078.38 26, 108.92 26, 000. 00 22, 242. 78 1,064.87 2 403, 016.35 Expenditures-......._ 47, 591.92 26, 536.80 26, 058. 58 22, 318. 79 988. 86 2403, 016. 35 Other new work data: Estimated additional amount needed to be appro- priated for completion of existing project---------------------- $15, 000 1 In addition, $5,000 was expended from contributed funds. 2In addition, $10,200 was expended from contributed funds. RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA-, DISTRICT 693 16. GULFPORT HARBOR, MISS. Location.-On Mississippi Sound in southeastern Mississippi,, about 44 and 90 miles by water west of Pascagoula Harbor, Miss., and Mobile Harbor, Ala., respectively, and 78 miles east of New Orleans (via the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway). (See U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Chart No. 1267.) Previous projects.-Adopted by the River and Harbor Acts of March 3, 1899 (H. Doc. 120, 55th Cong., 3d sess.), March 2, 1907, February 27, 1911, and January 21, 1927. For further details see page 1846, annual report for 1915; page 857, annual report for 1929; and page 747, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel 32 feet deep, 300 feet wide, and about 8 miles long across Ship Island Bar, a channel 30 feet deep, 220 feet wide and about 11 miles long through Mississippi Sound, and a depth of 30 feet in the 1,320- by 2,640-foot anchorage basin at Gulfport. Under ordinary conditions the mean tidal range is about 13/4 feet, and the extreme tidal range about 31/2 feet. The project was completed at a cost of $635,757.76 for new work. The latest (1952) approved estimate for annual cost of mainte- nance is $293,000. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act approved July 3, 1930 (H. Doc. 692, 69th Cong., 2d sess.), and the River and Harbor Act approved June 30, 1948 (H. Doc. 112', 81st Cong., 1st sess.). The latest published maps of this locality are in the project documents. Local cooperation.-None required. Terminal facilities.-The modern rail-connected terminal facili- ties at this port are considered adequate for existing commerce. (See Port Series No. 19 revised in 1949.) Operations and results during fiscal year.-The U. S. hopper dredge Gerig removed 669,411 cubic yards (bin measurement) of material in the Ship Island Bar Channel April 30 to May 15, 1952, at a cost of $54,445. The contractor's pipeline dredge Miami re- moved 3,669,582 cubic yards of material in the Mississippi Sound Channel October 9 to November 20, and 513,714 cubic yards of mate- rial in the anchorage basin November 21 to December 10, 1951, at a cost of $226,506. Miscellaneous surveys and investigations cost $8,703. The total cost was $289,654.14 for maintenance. The expenditures were $289,534.76. Condition at end of fiscal year.--The existing project was com- menced in 1932 and completed in April 1950. The controlling depths in the channels at the times shown were as follows: Ship Island Bar Channel, 32 feet, May 1952; Mississippi Sound Channel south end to beacon 60, 30 feet, December 1951; beacon 60 to south end of basin, 30 feet, December 1951; and anchorage basin, 30 feet, May 1952. 694 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952 The costs and expenditures under the existing project to June 30, 1952, were as follows: Costs Expenditures New work Maintenance Total Regular funds...------------------------...................... $587,874.57 $2,611,727.24 $3,199, 601.81 $3,199, 628. 44 Public works funds-------------...............------ 47, 883.19 47, 883.19 47, 883.19 Total.------------------------- 635, 757. 76 2, 611, 727. 24 3, 247, 485.00 1 3, 247, 511.63 1 Reflects an adjustment of $19,341.70 for outstanding liabilities and plant rental applicable to previous projects. (See Annual Reports for the years 1931 and 1932). Proposed operations.-Accounts receivable June 30, 1952, $26.63, plus an allotment of $186,750, made for fiscal year 1953, a total of $186,776.63 will be applied as follows: Maintenance : Dredging, by contract, to restore project dimensions in Missis- sippi Sound Channel, about 2 months, October to December 1952 -------------------------------------------- $180, 000. 00 Miscellaneous investigations, examinations, surveys, and con- tingencies ---------------------------------------- 6, 776. 63 Total-------------------------- 766. 63 1----------------------86, The additional sum of $221,500 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for maintenance dredging, by contract, in the Missis- sippi Sound Channel and anchorage basin, and dredging in Ship Island Bar Channel with a United States hopper dredge. Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: SAppropriated-------------------......... ..-------.......... $557,446.80 -------------- -- $40,000.00 $904, 775.68 Cost----- --.----------- ------------ 517, 446. 80 ......................... 904, 775. 68 tExpenditures--------- ... ----------------.. 517,446.80------- ..........-----.. ..-----.....----..... 904, 775.68 IMaintenance Appropriated......... $272, 500. 00 $197, 700. 00 79, 000. 00 247, 654. 75 $254, 400. 00 4,924, 046. 41 Cost-.------------ 164, 169. 07 196, 886. 50 177, 394. 17 212, 389. 36 289, 654. 14 4, 924,019. 78 Expenditures-......... 164, 723.32 196, 395. 23 177, 699. 27 212, 586. 84 289, 534.76 4, 924, 046. 41 17. PEARL RIVER, MISS. AND LA. Location.-Pearl River rises in east-central Mississippi and flows southwest about 172 miles to Jackson, Miss., thence southeast about 269 miles to the head of its delta, where it divides into West Pearl and East Pearl Rivers. The former flows about 34 miles to the Rigolets, a tidal pass connecting Lake Pontchartrain with Lake Borgne, an arm of the Gulf of Mexico. Previous projects.-Adopted by the acts of June 14, 1880, and April 21, 1900. For further details see page 950, annual report for 1922, and page 750, annual report for 1938. Existing project.-This provides for a channel suitable for 6-foot navigation from the mouth of West Pearl River to Bogalusa, La., 59.3 RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 695 miles, by dredging, snagging, and cut-offs at sharp bends from the mouth of West Pearl River to a point immediately above Holmes Bayou to secure a depth of 7 feet at low water; construction of a lateral canal 7 feet deep and 80 feet wide extending 20.1 miles from the mouth of Holmes Bayou to Pools Bluff, with three locks of adequate dimen- sions; and improvement of Pearl River from Pools Bluff to the mouth of Bogalusa Creek by dredging, snagging, and easing of bends, with suitable dams or sills in the river channel just below Pools Bluff and across Bogue Chitto to maintain the levels in the canal and river. At Bogalusa the mean variation of the water surface is 10 feet and the extreme, 23 feet. The following table gives various features of the locks included in the existing project: Features of ewisting locks Lock 1 2 3 Miles above mouth ._____________..29.4 ------------------ 40.7.......---..--------- _---43.9. Nearest town___________________ Pearl River, La.....----- Bush, La.........-----------.. Sun, La. Miles to nearest town .......... 9 ___-_-_..........-. 3 2. Greatest length available for full 310---------------- 310---...-----...--..-----....... 310. width (feet). Width of chamber (feet) ... 65-------------- 65----------.......-------............. 65. Lift (feet)--------------------- 26.7---------------- 15.0.........-----........--------.. 11.0. Depths over sills at low water 10.0 ........-------------------.... ............----...... 10.0----------- 10.0. (feet). Character of foundation- ...... _ Sand, gravel, silt, clay- Sand, gravel, silt, clay_ Sand, gravel, silt, clay. Type of construction ...----------......Concrete and steel.... Concrete and steel - -.... Concrete and steel. Year completed------------- 1949...---------------................ 1950 ........---------------......... 1950. Date opened to navigation-..... Not open ----------......... Not open.............. Not open. Actual cost of lock..--------...---........ $2,119,110.22._--------- $1,967,537.20 --------- $1,497,539.37. The estimated cost of new work, approved in 1952, is $8,275,000. The latest (1952) approved estimate of annual cost of maintenance is $130,000, including $70,000 for operating and care. The existing project was adopted by the River and Harbor Act of August 30, 1935, subject to the approval of the Board of Engineers. This approval is contained in House Document No. 408, Seventy- fifth Congress, second session, which document contains the latest published map. Local cooperation.-Fully complied with. Local interests are required to furnish all flowage and dumping easements needed for subsequent maintenance of the improvement, and to assume full re- sponsibility for all property damage incident to the maintenance of the canal. (See H. Doc. 408, 75th Cong., 2d sess.) Terminal facilities.--A privately owned wharf at the Pearl River highway bridge near Pearl River Station, La., is used for unloading logs. No other facilities exist except natural landings at various locations on the river. These facilities are considered adequate for existing commerce. Operations and results during fiscal year.-New work: Government costs on the contract for construction of Bogue Chitto and Pools Bluff sills were $51,218. Final costs on grassing, sprigging, etc., were $23. The U. S. dragline No. 2 removed 50 snags from the channel on June 30, 1952, at a cost of $3,927. Preliminary dredging costs were $191. Surveys, plans, and specifications costs $20,089. Operation and care: Ordinary maintenance and repair of the 3 locks cost $6,383.59. 696 REPORT OF CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, U. S. ARMY, 1952Z The total cost was $81,831.98, of which $75,448.39 was for new work and $6,383.59 for operation and care. The expenditures were $52,982.41. Condition at end of fiscal year.-The existing project, commenced in October 1938, was about 90 percent completed. Lock 1 was com- pleted in February 1949, lock 2 in June 1950, and lock 3 in May 1950. The controlling depth for all-year navigation at the end of the fiscal year was 4 feet from mile 0 to the site of lock 1 (about 30 miles). During the low-water season, June through December each year, a depth of 1.5 feet is available along the natural channel between the mouth of Holmes Bayou and Bogalusa, the present head of naviga- tion. A minimum depth of 6 feet is usually available over that stretch of the river from January 1 to June 1 each year; however, naviga- tion is now impracticable due to numerous logs, stumps, and other obstructions. The work remaining to be done to complete the project consists of completing construction of Bogue Chitto and Pools Bluff sills; clearing the low-water pools of locks 1 and 2; and dredging and snagging the channel of Pearl River between Pools Bluff and Bogalusa. The cost of the existing project to June 30, 1952, was $7,387,196.14, of which $7,367,546.06 was for new work, $789.47 for maintenance, and $18,860.61 for operation and care. The expenditures were $7,358,367.85. Proposed operations.-The balances unexpended June 30, 1952, $936,035.76, new work, and $4,162.76, operation and care, plus allot- ments of $2,500 for maintenance and $25,000 for operation and care, a total of $967,698.52, will be applied as follows: Accounts payable June 30, 1952_- -- __------------$28, 828.29 New work : Plans and specifications____----- ------------ $8, 484. 51 Construction of Bogue Chitto and Pools Bluff sills, by contract_ - 639, 010. 57 Dredging and snagging to provide project dimen- sions between mouth and lock 1 and pools of locks 1 and 2 ----------------------------- 259, 735.76 907,230. 84 Maintenance: Investigations, surveys, gaging, and contingencies-_- ---- _- 2, 500. 00 Operation and care : Operation of 3 locks--.... ----------- 18, 000. 00 Ordinary maintenance and repair------------ 1, 500. 00 Improvement and reconstruction---- 9, 639. 39 29, 139. 39 Total for all work__--- -___ _ 698. 52 9______---______-- 967, The additional sum of $127,100 can be profitably expended during fiscal year 1954 for: Maintenance : Maintenance dredging to project depths, as necessary__ $65, 000 Snagging throughout the improvement, as necessary. 15, 000 Investigations, surveys, and contingencies ----- - 7, 500 $87, 500 Operation and care: Operation of 3 locks_ ____---..----------._ _----- 38, 000 Ordinary maintenance and repair __- ----..... 1, 600 39, 600 Total------------ ---------------- 127,100 RIVERS AND HARBORS-MOBILE, ALA., DISTRICT 697 Cost and financial summary Fiscal year ending June 30 Total to June 30, 1952, includ- ing fiscal years 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 priorto 1948 New work: Appropriated--------......------- $1,159,259.90 $2,009,000.00---------- $978, 000. 00 $8, 419, 220.21 Cost....-------------- $1,145,684.98 2, 274, 679. 16 2, 231, 116. 92 $30, 742. 65 75, 448.39 7, 511, 989.37 Expenditures---- .....---- 889, 496. 86 2, 265, 668. 47 2, 423, 616. 08 112, 777. 70 46, 618. 44 7, 483, 184. 45 Maintenance: Appropriated......... ------------- 15, 789. 47 8,000.00 191,961.11 Cost-------------------------------------------- 13, 2,"6.49 6,383.59 187, 821.72 ------------- Expenditures......... ------------------------ 13, 262. 74 6, 363. 97 187, 798. 35