Friends of the Rideau
Opening the Gate Valves

photo by: Ken W. Watson, 2001

A Parks Canada staffer at Lower Brewers lockstation turns the crank on the rack and pinion mechanism that will open up a valve at the bottom of the gate, allowing the water to run out of the lock, lowering any boats in the lock down to the lower navigation level.

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photo © Ken W. Watson