Miami & Erie Canal Cincinnati Map

The Miami & Erie Canal began after the February 4, 1825 Ohio Canal Act and was completed in 1845. The Canal was used for almost a century but died due to Railroads and a historic flood of 1913, which damaged and flooded it with sediment and debris.

February 4, 1825

February 4, 1825

Ohio Canal Act was passed. Begin of the Canal construction.

February 4, 1825

1845

1845

Canal Completed

1900s

1900s

Due to the Railroads the Canal system declined. The canal was abandoned and Subway construction began in 1920.

1900s

Not Allowed