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Kyltra Lock is a masonry lock structure forming part of the Caledonian Canal system in Inverness-shire, Scotland. The lock dates from the early nineteenth century, constructed during the initial phase of the canal's development under the direction of engineer Thomas Telford between 1803 and 1822. The structure exhibits typical characteristics of Telford's engineering design, with substantial stonework constructed to facilitate passage of vessels along this important Highland waterway. Kyltra Lock represents a significant element of Scotland's industrial heritage and demonstrates the technological achievement involved in creating a navigable route across the Scottish Highlands during the Napoleonic Wars period.
Caledonian Canal,Kyltra Lock is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5291. View the official record →
Kyltra Lock is a masonry lock structure forming part of the Caledonian Canal system in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5291.
Caledonian Canal,Kyltra Lock is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM5291.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Torr Dhuin,fort,Fort Augustus (0.5 km), Caledonian Canal,Cullochy Lock to Kyltra Lock (1.3 km), Caledonian Canal,Kyltra Lock to Fort Augustus (1.5 km).
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