Chenango Forks in Broome County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Lock 107

By Scott J. Payne, April 30, 2016

1. Lock 107 Marker

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The stone walls visible here are parts of Lock 107 on the Chenango Canal, which opened in 1837. Constructed as a composite lock of stone lined with wooden planks, Lock 107 was repaired and rebuilt several times over the years. The last rebuild of the lock in the early 1870s replaced the plank lining with vertical oak fenders spaced every four feet anchored in the masonry walls. The pockets in which these oak fenders were set are still visible in the stonework today.

Just across the road from Lock 107 the last remains of a guard lock are still visible. The guard lock allowed boats to leave the canal and enter the Chenango River.

Erected by Chenango Valley State Park.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Chenango Canal series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1837.

Location. 42° 14.473′ N, 75° 50.366′ W. Marker is in Chenango Forks, New York, in Broome County. Marker is on River Road. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Chenango Forks NY 13746, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles

By Scott J. Payne, April 30, 2016

2. Lock 107 Marker

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of this marker, measured as the crow flies. The Chenango Canal (approx. 2½ miles away); a different marker also named Chenango Canal (approx. 5.6 miles away); a different marker also named Chenango Canal (approx. 5.6 miles away); Indian Castle (approx. 6.2 miles away); The Quinn Farm (approx. 6.2 miles away); a different marker also named Chenango Canal (approx. 6½ miles away); Go-Won-Go Mohawk (approx. 6.7 miles away); Early Church In Greene (approx. 6.9 miles away).

By Scott J. Payne, April 30, 2016

3. Lock 107 Marker

By Scott J. Payne, April 30, 2016

4. Lock 107 Marker

By Scott J. Payne, April 30, 2016

5. Lock 107 Marker

Just across the road from Lock 107 the last remains of a guard lock are still visible. The guard lock allowed boats to leave the canal and enter the Chenango River.

By Scott J. Payne, April 30, 2016

6. Lock 107 Marker

Just across the road from Lock 107 the last remains of a guard lock are still visible. The guard lock allowed boats to leave the canal and enter the Chenango River.

By Scott J. Payne, April 30, 2016

7. Lock 107 Marker

By Scott J. Payne, April 30, 2016

8. Lock 107 Marker

By Scott J. Payne, April 30, 2016

9. Lock 107 Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 1, 2016, by Scott J. Payne of Deposit, New York. This page has been viewed 673 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on May 1, 2016, by Scott J. Payne of Deposit, New York. 7, 8, 9. submitted on May 5, 2016, by Scott J. Payne of Deposit, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.