Lock 22

Lock 22 stands at 53 meters elevation, constructed from sandstone blocks as part of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal transportation system.

The lock facilitated commercial boat navigation during the 19th century, enabling the movement of coal and agricultural products between Georgetown and Cumberland.

The preserved lock structure demonstrates engineering methods from the industrial age, marking the evolution of American transportation infrastructure.

Visitors can access the lock via multiple entry points along River Road, with parking areas available at nearby locations including Swain's Lock.

The adjacent lockhouse offers overnight stays without modern amenities, providing an authentic experience of 19th-century canal life conditions.

Location: Montgomery County

Elevation above the sea: 53 m

Made from material: sandstone

GPS coordinates: 39.05361,-77.28889

Latest update: March 8, 2025 11:11