N.Y. Navigation Law § 178: Right to enter and inspect

§ 178. Right to enter and inspect. The department is hereby authorized

to enter and inspect any property or premises for the purpose of

inspecting facilities and investigating either actual or suspected

sources of discharges or violation of this article or any rule or

regulation promulgated pursuant to this article. The department is

further authorized to enter on property or premises in order to assist

in the cleanup or removal of the discharge. Any information relating to

secret processes or methods of manufacture shall be kept confidential.