A Field Guide to New York City Manhole Covers


Elec Conduit System

Brooklyn Navy Yard

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Pre-War Waffle Iron

This is a cover that seems to date from the early 20th century, when a full explanation of what was underneath was necessary.

DESIGN:

The staggered rows of squares is an attractive pattern that is not seen too frequently around NYC

UTILITY:

Underground electric lines

RANGE:

This cover seems to be unique in New York, sitting near 5th St. in the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

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Don Burmeister -- Photographs