From Barberton downstream, the Ohio and Erie Canal was constructed in parallel to the river in 1828-1830; usage began declining in the 1850s, and the canal was damaged beyond repair by flooding in 1913.
From Barberton downstream, the Ohio and Erie Canal was constructed parallel to the river in 1828-1830 to provide for improved transport of products and passengers. Usage began declining in the 1850s, and the canal was damaged beyond repair by flooding in 1913.