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Middle and Lower Locks, Gatun, Panama Canal
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Middle and Lower Locks, Gatun, Panama Canal
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Canal Gatun Lock Locks Lower Panama
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Middle and Lower Locks, Gatun, Panama Canal: A Historical Feat of Engineering This photograph captures the Middle and Lower Locks of the Panama Canal in the 1910s during the construction period. Located in Gatun, Panama, these locks are a crucial component of the Panama Canal, an engineering marvel that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The Middle Lock, visible in the foreground, is the largest lock in the Panama Canal, measuring 1,200 feet long and 110 feet wide. It was designed to lift ships 32 feet above the level of Gatun Lake. The Lower Lock, located behind the Middle Lock, is slightly smaller, measuring 1,000 feet long and 110 feet wide. It lifts ships 26.7 feet above the level of Gatun Lake. The construction of the Panama Canal began in 1904 and took over thirty years to complete. The project faced numerous challenges, including the engineering complexities of building a canal across the narrowest point of the isthmus, the harsh tropical climate, and the financial and logistical challenges of managing a large workforce. The Middle and Lower Locks were a critical part of the canal's design, allowing ships to navigate the canal's elevation changes. The locks fill with water from the adjacent lake, lifting the ships up and releasing them into the next chamber, which is connected to the next lake or body of water. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the hard work and determination of the laborers who built this historical feat of engineering. The Panama Canal continues to be an essential trade route, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and facilitating global commerce.
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