Erie Extension Canal

Part of the old channel lies near the highway. The Conneaut Line, from Erie to near Conneaut Lake, was begun by the State, 1838, and completed by the Erie Canal Company, 1843-44. Canal in use until 1871.

Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (Pennsylvania Route 18) and Old Depot Drive, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.

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