Rideau Locks

The Rideau Locks are part of the Rideau Canal, a historic waterway system in Canada, designed to help boats navigate different water levels across lakes and rivers. The locks are like water elevators: they surround a chamber where a boat enters, and then the water level is adjusted by opening and closing gates and valves. This allows boats to smoothly move between sections at different heights, making travel more efficient. The Rideau Locks are essential for boat transportation, especially in a region with varying elevations, and are also a popular tourist attraction due to their historic significance and engineering.