Riverton Lock, Navigation lock in Colbert County, Alabama
The Riverton Lock spans 80 feet in width and extends 350 feet in length, positioned at the intersection of Tennessee River and Bear Creek.
Construction of Riverton Lock began in 1895 under engineer George Washington Goethals, opening in 1911 and remaining operational until February 1938.
The lock served as a central point for river transportation, connecting communities between Paducah, Kentucky, and Florence, Alabama through the Tennessee River.
The lock provided a 26-foot lift capability, enabling vessels to navigate around Colbert and Bee Tree Shoals during periods of low water levels.
At the time of its completion, Riverton Lock achieved the status of highest lift lock globally, influencing engineering principles later used in the Panama Canal.
GPS coordinates: 34.89719,-88.06528
Latest update: March 8, 2025 07:58
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