Works Progress Administration Project Files

Description

The Department of Public Works and Buildings was created by the Civil Administrative Code of 1917. It supervised operation of state highways, waterways and water resources, parks, printing, purchasing, and construction of state facilities. New agency absorbed State Highway Department and formed Waterways Division of Illinois and Michigan Canal Commissioners, the Rivers and Lakes Commission, and Illinois Waterway Commission. In 1925 Waterways Division was relocated in Department of Purchases and Construction but was returne to Department of Public Works and Buildings in 1933. Files include maps, construction specifications, labor and material costs, performance records, sponsor's agreements and incoming correspondence.

Alternative Title

Works Progress Administration Project Files