Whitewater Canal, Historic transportation canal in Franklin County, United States.
The Whitewater Canal extends 76 miles from Lawrenceburg to Hagerstown, featuring 56 locks and seven dams along its route through Indiana.
Construction of the canal began in 1836 as part of Indiana's Mammoth Internal Improvement Act, responding to farmers' needs for better transportation to Cincinnati.
The canal system shaped the development of multiple communities, establishing trade routes that connected agricultural regions to major commercial centers.
Visitors can explore the canal's preserved sections through walking trails, interpretive centers, and educational programs focusing on transportation history.
The Duck Creek Aqueduct received recognition as a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 1992, demonstrating the canal's engineering achievements.
Location: Franklin County
GPS coordinates: 39.45190,-85.11280
Latest update: May 19, 2025 10:26
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