Industrial Canal, Navigation canal in Lower 9th Ward, New Orleans, US
The Industrial Canal extends 5.5 miles from Lake Pontchartrain to the Mississippi River, featuring multiple bridges and a navigation lock system.
The construction of this waterway began in 1918 as a response to increased maritime traffic following the completion of the Panama Canal.
The canal divides the Lower 9th Ward from the rest of New Orleans, creating distinct neighborhoods with strong industrial and maritime connections.
The waterway serves as a crucial shipping route with a depth of 30 feet, allowing passage for cargo vessels between the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain.
A network of 186 relief wells lines the canal banks to manage groundwater pressure and prevent structural failures during flood events.
Location: New Orleans
GPS coordinates: 30.01234,-90.02829
Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:16
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