Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal
Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal, Historic waterway canal in Chesapeake, United States.
The Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal extends through both Virginia and North Carolina, connecting the Chesapeake Bay with the Albemarle Sound across 75 miles.
The canal construction commenced in 1855 using nine mechanical steam dredges called Iron Titans, marking a technological advancement from traditional hand-digging methods.
The canal witnessed significant maritime activities during World War II as vessels transported military cargo through inland routes to avoid Atlantic coastal threats.
The waterway serves as part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway system, maintained by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for recreational and commercial navigation.
Only 14 miles of the total canal required land excavation, as the remaining distance utilizes natural water channels and modified river sections.
Location: Chesapeake
Inception: 1775
GPS coordinates: 36.72610,-76.10920
Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:56
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