1.4K views · 22 reactions | Using hundreds of historic images, some dating from the 1860s, Chief Park Ranger Michelle Briggs leads an exploration of the history of the Soo Locks in this episode of the Virtual Visitor Center. | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District | Facebook

It's Soo Locks Sunday and today we would like to honor the hard working men and women of Kokosing Alberici Traylor, the US Army Core of Engineers and everyone who continues to contribute time, hard work, and effort into the Soo Locks project. It is an understatement to call the work demanding and labor intensive. We appreciate all of you and wish you a holiday filled with joy, rest, and renewal. | Original Soo Locks Boat Tours

Take in the sights and sounds of mammoth lake freighters and distinctive vessels at the Soo Locks - Prepare to be amazed as you witness the engineering marvel that connects the Great Lakes! 🌊⚓ | I Love Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

The most famous locks are Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. These massive engineering marvels lift or lower ships about 21 feet between Lake superior and the St. Marys River (which flows into |Lake Huron. Without the locks, shipping iron ore, grain, coal, and the goods from Midwest to the rest of the world would be nearly impossible. Over 7,000 vessels pass through every year. #reels #follower #nonfollowersviewers #SooLocks #Michigan #usa | Mendoza Vida Dizon | Facebook