Columbia Junction Lock

historic site

Built in the 1830's this lock was unique in that it had gates facing opposite directions to be able to seal off water from either the Rivanna connexion or Kanawha canals. One of the lock's stone walls is still visible on the south side of the river.

Overlooks nearby

DateSunriseGolden hourSunset
March equinox07:1718:5019:25
June solstice05:5219:5920:39
September equinox07:0118:3719:11
December solstice07:2516:1716:58

Local time (America/New_York).

37.75314, -78.17277

Elevation 55 m (modelled from terrain)

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