Cumberland and Oxford Canal
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cumberland-and-oxford-canal-260-10428204
title:
Cumberland and Oxford Canal
text:
The Cumberland and Oxford Canal was opened in 1832 to connect the largest lakes of southern Maine with the seaport of Portland, Maine. The canal followed the Presumpscot River from Sebago Lake through the towns of Standish, Windham, Gorham, and Westbrook. The Canal diverged from the river at Westbrook to reach the navigable Fore River estuary and Portland Harbor. The canal required 27 locks to reach Sebago Lake at an elevation of 267 feet (81 m) above sea level. One additional lock was construct
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United States historic place
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cumberland_and_Oxford_Canal
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2023-08-25T18:07:19Z
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