Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Monument, Marble obelisk monument in Georgetown, District of Columbia.
The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Monument stands as a marble obelisk marking the historical transportation route that connected Georgetown with Cumberland, Maryland.
Established in 1850, this monument commemorates the completion of the 184.5-mile waterway that transported coal, lumber, and agricultural products between different regions.
The monument represents the engineering achievements of 19th-century America and the role of waterways in developing trade networks across multiple states.
Visitors can access the monument while exploring the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park's extensive network of hiking and biking trails.
The monument serves as a geographical marker where the urban setting of Georgetown intersects with the natural corridor of the Potomac River.
Location: District of Columbia
Inception: 1850
Made from material: marble
GPS coordinates: 38.90436,-77.06293
Latest update: March 8, 2025 16:19
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