What is recorded here
Lateral canal, Clonaheenogue Canal, built c.1755, to bypass the extensive rapids of the River Shannon. It comprises two sets of gates and a chamber - Hamiton Lock. It was abandoned in the 1840s and a new canal and a larger lock, Victoria Lock, were built to allow the passage of larger steamers. These remain in use today.
This lock forms part of a group with the related canal structures in the area. Its simple design has a pleasing symmetry and it retains much original materials and fabric making it a charming addition to the canal.
From the Buildings of Ireland (National Inventory of Architectural Heritage) record 14929010
This does not grant access. Most recorded buildings are privately owned; view them only from public ground unless the owner allows entry.
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