Soo Canals

The Soo Canals are waterways made by individuals to let ships move between Lake Superior and Lake Huron. The canals are on the border between the USA and Canada. A lot of the cargo ships that cross by means of the canals are going east and carrying iron ore, grain, or coal.

The Canadian canal, additionally referred to as the Sault Sainte Marie Canal, is 1 three/10 miles (2 kilometers) lengthy. It’s the widest canal. It was completed in 1895 and is one hundred fifty ft (forty six meters) extensive. The 2 American canals, additionally referred to as the Saint Marys Falls Canal and Locks, are about 1 three/four (2.eight kilometers) lengthy.

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