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Erie Canal originated in need for west-east commerce in early 1800's; its construction provided first United States practical school of engineering; at time Canal was labeled America's greatest engineering feat; Canal was key factor in making New York nation's first seaport city; Canal itself contains one of highest-lift series of locks; series of improvements have continuously expanded system's freight-carry capacity; views of canal life, by 19th century writers, are given; system's importance as freight carrier has declined, but its use for water recreation has increased; Erie Canal has been designated National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark by ASCE.
Erie Canal originated in need for west-east commerce in early 1800's; its construction provided first United States practical school of engineering; at time Canal was labeled America's greatest engineering feat; Canal was key factor in making New York nation's first seaport city; Canal itself contains one of highest-lift series of locks; series of improvements have continuously expanded system's freight-carry capacity; views of canal life, by 19th century writers, are given; system's importance as freight carrier has declined, but its use for water recreation has increased; Erie Canal has been designated National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark by ASCE.
New York State's unique canal system
Civ Eng (NY)
Scothon, E. (author)
1967
4 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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