A Field Guide to New York City Manhole Covers


Steam 1941

Brooklyn Navy Yard

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Stean 1941

An example of the all purpose design for manhole covers at the Brooklyn Navy Yard at the start of WWII. This one hand dated 1941

DESIGN:

The standard 'waffle iron' design of this era. 1941 added by a deft welder.

UTILITY:

Steam

RANGE:

Seen in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, this one from 3rd St.

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