High Falls in Ulster County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Roebling Aqueduct Abutment Trail
Photographed By Steve Stoessel, April 4, 2020
1. Roebling Aqueduct Abutment Trail Marker
Roebling Aqueduct Abutment Trail
Owned by the D&H Canal Historical Society
This towpath trail leads to the remains of a D&H Canal suspension aqueduct designed by John Roebling, who later designed the Brooklyn Bridge. Photographs and a scale model of the aqueduct are on exhibit at the D&H Canal Museum.
Access by Permit Only. Permits available from the D&H Canal Museum, 23 Mohonk Road. The Museum is located on Mohonk Road, just off Rte. 213. Museum and trail access hours: May - October, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, 1-5. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Permits allow access for viewing canal remains only. Absolutely no climbing, jumping, swimming or creek access permitted. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Visitors assume all risks of personal injury.
No Trespassing. Violators will be prosecuted and fined. This property patrolled by law enforcement officials.
Erected by D & H Canal Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels. A significant day of the year for for this entry is October 11.
Location. 41° 49.656′ N, 74° 7.665′ W. Marker is in High Falls, New York, in Ulster County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (New York State Route 213
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Old Stone Aqueduct (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Depuy House (within shouting distance of this marker); Delaware and Hudson Canal (within shouting distance of this marker); High Falls War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Discovery of Cement (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Blacksmith Shop (about 500 feet away); The Aqueducts (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Delaware & Hudson Canal (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in High Falls.
Also see . . .
1. D&H Canal Historical Society. (Submitted on April 9, 2020, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
2. Delaware and Hudson Canal (Wikipedia). (Submitted on April 9, 2020, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Photographed By Steve Stoessel
2. Roebling Aqueduct Abutment Trail Marker
Canal can be seen to the right of the sign
Photographed By Steve Stoessel, April 4, 2020
3. Illustration
Two High Falls crossings are shown in this illustration. The stone twin arch bridge built in 1826 is shown in the background. It was later demolished. The Roebling suspension aqueduct shown in the foreground was constructed in 1849 during a period of enlargements and improvements to the canal. The aqueduct was destroyed by fire in 1917. All that remains of these two structures are the abutments of the Roebling aqueduct including the cable anchorage.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 9, 2020. It was originally submitted on April 8, 2020, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. This page has been viewed 303 times since then and 53 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 8, 2020, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.
