Opening of the Erie Canal gates in Lockport, New York with boat in the background. It is now used for pleasure boating.

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The Erie Canal allowed commerce to come into New York State from Lake Erie via the Erie Canal. This lock, shown opening up to allow for pleasure boats access, is in Lockport, New York.

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Size: 4872px × 3456px
Location: Erie Canal, Lockport, New York
Photo credit: © Neala McCarten / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

Keywords: barge, canal, commerce, early, engineering, erie, historic, lockport, locks, ny, transportation, travel