Name/Title
Emergency Dam on the Panama CanalEntry/Object ID
2021.07.0116Description
Black and white photograph postcard depicting the construction of the Panama Canal. The photo shows an emergency dam at Gatun Locks that can be positioned and lowered to protect the lock gates. The postcard is addressed to Mrs. Geo. A. Balling.Subject
Panama CanalSubject Place
City
GatunCountry
PanamaRegion
Central AmericaCollection
Postcard CollectionLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
PostcardNomenclature Sub-Class
Writing MediaNomenclature Class
Written Communication T&ENomenclature Category
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for CommunicationPostcard Details
Postcard Type
Photograph (1900-Present)Date Published
circa 1910 - circa 1915Primary Language
EnglishTranscription
Transcription
Emergency Dam, this is a bridge that can be swung across the locks and is equipped with guides and gates that are lowered in the lock to stop the water in case anything injures the gates so they can't controll [sic] the water.Language
EnglishDimensions
Height
3-1/2 inWidth
5-1/2 inCondition
Reason for Exam
InventoryCondition
Grade 3 Very Good
