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Canada Steamship Lines, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.
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Canada Steamship Lines ship located in Soo Locks, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. The Soo Locks are a set of parallel locks, operated and maintained by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District, that enable ships to travel between Lake Superior and the lower Great Lakes
October 24, 2026 at 1:01 AM
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The Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site. Our final stop on our Canadian Lake Superior shore tour.

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Interpretive museum housed in an original stone structure. Interior of the interpretive center at the Canadian Soo lock. Looking east in the Sault Ste Marie Canal channeled walls. Now used for recreational fleets only. An original ornate building as seen from across from the lock.
September 30, 2026 at 3:39 AM
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The history of Vidal Shoals Range Lights reflects the engineering and navigation challenges of guiding ships through the Soo Locks corridor. 🌊
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Vidal Shoals Range Lights: Guiding Great Lakes Traffic | Northern Michigan History
Explore the Vidal Shoals Range Lights and their critical role in guiding vessels through North America's busy shipping corridors.
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May 28, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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On this day in history! June 18, 1855: The steamer Illinois was the first ship to pass through the Soo Locks—forever changing Great Lakes commerce.
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The First Vessel Through the Soo Locks | Northern Michigan History
On June 18, 1855, the steamer Illinois became the first vessel to pass through the Soo Locks, changing Great Lakes shipping history forever.
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June 18, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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🚢 On this day in history!
June 9, 1881: Michigan handed over the Soo Locks to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers—and made them toll-free for good!
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Michigan Transfers the Soo Locks to the U.S. Government | Northern Michigan History
Michigan handed the Soo Locks over to the U.S. Government/Army Corps of Engineers—ushering in an era of toll-free passage for all vessels.
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June 9, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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🚢 #OnThisDay in 1855, the Soo Canal opened, transforming Great Lakes shipping forever! The first freighter passed through a month later.
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Soo Canal Completed | Northern Michigan History
On May 31, 1855, the Soo Canal was completed, revolutionizing shipping between Lakes Huron and Superior with an engineering marvel.
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May 31, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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These incredible locks are the gateway for ships traveling between Lake Superior and the Great Lakes!
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History of the Soo Locks | Northern Michigan History
The only waterway between the lower Great Lakes and Lake Superior is the St. Marys River. The river drops 21 feet in over a ¾ mile set of rapids over hard sandstone.
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April 16, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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💥 Built at wartime speed! The MacArthur Lock in Sault Ste. Marie was completed in just 16 months to keep ore flowing for WWII. ⛏️🚢 Learn more: northernmichiganhistory.com/building-the... #GreatLakesHistory #WWII #SooLocks #EngineeringMarvel 🚢🔧
Building the MacArthur Lock | Northern Michigan History
Built in just 16 months during WWII, the MacArthur Lock kept ore flowing for the war effort. Discover its incredible story and lasting impact.
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March 7, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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Busy day at the Soo.
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December 15, 2024 at 7:06 PM
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Yesterday’s anniversary of the wreck of The Edmund Fitzgerald brought to mind a place I’ve visited and recommend for anyone interested in maritime history. Lovely road trip through Northern Michigan should be included. #SooLocks

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The Soo Locks, Sault Ste Marie
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November 11, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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The fourth installment in the Blue Economy series is up. Thank you to Lester Graham at Michigan Public. To read this story and others, visit www.circleofblue.org

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May 15, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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Here's what you can expect to see in the Soo Locks Park over the next week #saultstemarie #soolocks #fallcolor #fallcolortours #upperpeninsula #fallvi
October 6, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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Evenings at the Soo Locks Park are picturesquely perfect. Where are your favorite places in the Soo to catch a sunset? 🌅
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July 27, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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#tbt to June 26, 1969 when the Philip R. Clarke was the first freighter to pass through the current-day Poe Lock following a decade of reconstructing the original 1896 lock. #visitthesault #boatnerd #SooLocks
July 10, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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#DYK that this Torii used to be the main entrance into the Soo Locks? #ilovethesoo #saultstemarie #soolocks #trivia #upperpenisula #summervacation #puremichigan
July 5, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Heading to the Soo Locks and need some coffee? Stop by Oh Crepe it's right across the street! #visitthesault #coffeebreak #SooLocks
June 12, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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The Lockview is open for business! We're happy to report the walleye is tasting as fine as ever too! 
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May 19, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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Don't pinch yourself! The news is true. The Soo Locks will be opening early on Friday, March 21st. We're so excited to welcome visitors and freighter fans to opening of the locks.

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March 14, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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Spring has officially sprung —the #SooLocks are open for the season! As the world’s busiest locks by tonnage, they welcome around 7,000 passages each year, moving over 86 million tons of cargo.

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March 26, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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From today's #GreatLakes Daily News:

Advocates voice concerns over data center wastewater plans, 10 days left for public comment; here’s when #SooLocks will close; discover the inner workings of the S.S. Badger, and more.

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January 7, 2026 at 9:20 PM
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Wilfire smoke blankets Sault Ste Marie on July 15th 2026 #soolocks #wildfiresmoke #yooper
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July 15, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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The Soo Locks closed yesterday, marking the end of the Great Lakes shipping season. 🔒 Want to know how these giants move the economy or how to make it your career? 🚢

Dive into our Shipping 101 guide to find out: 🔗 z.umn.edu/mnsg_glshipp...

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January 16, 2026 at 10:31 PM
adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com
Did you know these 20 things about the Soo Locks? Called the “Linchpin of the Great Lakes” by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the Soo Locks are a National Historic Site. #soolocks #saultstemarie #thesoo #GreatLakes #nationalhistoricsite
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20 Things about the Soo Locks | Adventures in Northern Michigan
20 things about the Soo Locks - Did you know that you can take your personal boat through the Soo Locks or a tour boat?
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February 1, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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Washington ― Democratic lawmakers are criticizing the government spending bill in the Republican-led U.S. House for reducing by roughly 44% the funding available for Army Corps of Engineers construction projects next year ― a change that could potentially have… #SooLocks #Congress #RepublicanPolicy
Republican spending plan in Congress could slow Soo Locks construction project next year
Washington ― Democratic lawmakers are criticizing the government spending bill in the Republican-led U.S. House for reducing by roughly 44% the funding available for Army Corps of Engineers construction projects next year ― a change that could potentially…
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March 11, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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USACE awards $222.7M contract for New Soo Lock to KAT. Contract proceeds for construction of lock floor, mechanical/electrical systems, and more. Project on track for completion in 2030, with focus on national security and economic… #Alberici #KokosingConstructionCo #Michigan #SooLocks
USACE Awards $222.7M Option 3 Contract for New Soo Lock
USACE awards $222.7M contract for New Soo Lock to KAT. Contract proceeds for construction of lock floor, mechanical/electrical systems, and more. Project on track for completion in 2030, with focus on national security and economic resiliency....
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September 25, 2024 at 7:30 PM