Tinkers Creek Aqueduct

Tinkers Creek Aqueduct is a stone structure that crosses over a stream to carry the Ohio and Erie Canal above the water. It consists of several large stone arches joined together to form a wide bridge that allows canal boats to pass through.

The structure was built in 1827 and became an important link as the canal economy grew. After flooding damaged it multiple times, it was repaired and rebuilt to ensure it would last.

The structure shows how canal builders in the 1800s adapted Roman building methods to carry water over obstacles. Visitors can see this practical use of ancient techniques when they look at the stone arches that still support the canal's weight today.

The best way to reach it is through the Towpath Trail, a path that runs parallel to the canal. The area is easy to explore on foot, and a nearby visitor center offers information and a good starting point.

It is the only aqueduct surviving from the original group of four built in the Cuyahoga Valley during the canal era. This loss of other structures makes it a rare example of the canal building period.

Location: Cuyahoga County

Official opening: 1827

GPS coordinates: 41.36481,-81.60877

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:47