The city purchased the canal from its private owners in 1831, convinced that it was necessary for development of the downtown area. The canal enjoyed a brief period of success after opening in 1815, but problems arose almost immediately, as the canal channel became impassible at low tide because of siltation, and financial difficulties increased.
Much more excavation would be required, as the canal’s charter specified that the canal would be 80 feet wide and allow for passage of boats drawing at least 3 feet of water. L'Enfant-Ellicott map of Washington, 1792Ī ground breaking ceremony for the canal was held on May 2, 1810, featuring a team of six horses drawing a plow that cut a furrow 10 inches deep and 18 inches wide.
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