High Falls in Ulster County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Old Stone Aqueduct
Photographed By Steve Stoessel, April 4, 2020
1. Old Stone Aqueduct Marker
Built in 1825 by D. & H. Canal Co. Completed 1828; enlarged in 1842 and 1851. Abandoned Feb. 23, 1899.
Erected 1940 by State Education Department.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical date for this entry is February 23, 1899.
Location. 41° 49.637′ N, 74° 7.645′ W. Marker is in High Falls, New York, in Ulster County. Marker is on Main Street (New York State Route 213) near Second Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: High Falls NY 12440, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Delaware and Hudson Canal (a few steps from this marker); Old Depuy House (a few steps from this marker); High Falls War Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Roebling Aqueduct Abutment Trail (within shouting distance of this marker); Discovery of Cement (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Blacksmith Shop (about 400 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.
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Photographed By Steve Stoessel, April 4, 2020
2. Old Stone Aqueduct Marker
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 153 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 8, 2020, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.
