Canal Lock

Canal lock

Part of a sluice system with two wooden dams, regulating the water height in the canal.

  • Project: French Meuse Water Stories
  • Climate: Temperate, oceanic climate
  • Year: 19th century – 20th century
  • Water type: Freshwater
  • Landscape: Canal
  • Altitude: 200-300m
  • Soil condition: Alluvial soil
  • Material: Limestone, oak wood, steel
  • Temporality: Movable
  • Form: Point
  • Use or Function: Water level regulation