Monday, July 16, 2012

The Canal System of Lowell, Massachusetts

The Falls of The Merrimack River at Lowell.  At one point 95% of the water was diverted through the city for mill power.
The Gatehouse of the Pawtucket Canal

Entering the locks at the gatehouse of the Pawtucket Canal

Releasing the water through the lock doors

Releasing the water through the lock doors

Toll rates to go through the locks on the canal

Along the canal

A mill along the canal, although this mill was operated with steam rather than water power.

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