The Indianapolis Canal
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In mid-twentieth century, you could still see the tree-lined banks of Central Canal in Indianapolis. No longer used for transit, the canal displays signs of neglect , with bricks, concrete blocks, and other garbage visible along the side.
Image Courtesy of the Indianapolis Historical Society.
This file appears in: Canal Fever: Indianapolis Central Canal
Canal Fever: Indianapolis Central Canal
You now stand on White River Trail at the southern point of the canal. In 1836 the canal was meant to be a pathway that would feed goods into and out of Indianapolis, much like today’s major railroads or interstates. Today the canal is a popular…