Work on the Charles River Dam

Work on the Charles River Dam, which was begun March 1, 1905, is progressing as rapidly as can be expected. The principal causes for delay have been overcome. All the concrete and masonry work has been completed, and the dam in connection with the look and sluices has been finished. The large lock gates are being erected at the lock, and the sluice gates at the sluices. It is necessary to have the looks in operation before a beginning can be made on the cut-off of the tidal flow. Except for a few minor details, work on the cut-off will probably not be begun this winter.

The work on the Boston embankment is being rapidly rushed, and ought to be completed during 1908. The whole undertaking will probably take at least two years before completion.