Existing comment:
The sign mentions some dates. Keep in mind the picture was taken in June, 2000:
Please pardon our appearance. The C&O Canal is open but still under repair. The devastating flood of January 1996 resulted in damage along the length of the C&O canal that will take several years to completely repair. Park staff and volunteers have worked together to reopen the entire park for public use, but many substantial and enduring repairs are still to come.
The rewatering of the canal will take place as soon as the repairs to those sections are completed. It is anticipated that the canal boats at Georgetown and Great Falls will operate in the spring of 1997. |