French Creek Feeder
N 41° 33.476 W 080° 11.103
17T E 567957 N 4601016
PA historic sign for part of Erie Canal.
Waymark Code: WMRRK
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 09/30/2006
Views: 26
This roadside marker highlights a canal which drew water from French Creek to Conneaut Lake, which in turn fed the Erie Canal in this region.
This section of the canal was active between Erie and New Castle from 1844-1871.
Marker Text:
The canal visible beyond the field was built 1827-1834. Repaired in 1841, it carried water from French Creek to Conneaut Lake, reservoir for the Erie Extension canal, which operated between Erie and New Castle , 1844-71.
Marker Name: French Creek Feeder
County: Crawford
Date Dedicated: 07/12/1948
Marker Type: Roadside
Location: U.S. 19 SW of Meadville
Category: Transportation, Canals, Navigation
Website: Not listed
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