Persistent leaks in the canal through this stone structure has raised concerns that wall will become structurally unstable and the towpath cannot be trusted to hold the type of heavy equipment needed to properly maintain the canal or used to prepare the protective stop lock structure during flood events, thus exposing nine miles of canal and other historic structures to extensive damage during a high water event on the Potomac River.
- Water through face of Mary's Wall
U.S. National Park Service
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