Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf canal
gptkbp:associated_with recreation
tourism
environmental conservation
shipping industry
gptkbp:built 1930
gptkbp:connects gptkb:Lake_Michigan
gptkb:Green_Bay
gptkbp:depth 30 feet
gptkbp:environmental_impact habitat for wildlife
gptkbp:features navigational aids
interpretive signage
marinas
two locks
boat launches
fishing piers
gptkbp:historical_significance important for maritime navigation
gptkbp:historicalEvent dredging operations
renovations in 2000s
construction began in 1927
opened to navigation in 1930
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:Great_Lakes_system
gptkbp:is_used_in transportation of goods
gptkbp:length 1.5 miles
gptkbp:location gptkb:Wisconsin
gptkbp:managedBy gptkb:U.S._Army_Corps_of_Engineers
gptkbp:namedAfter gptkb:Sturgeon_Bay
gptkbp:opened 1930
gptkbp:partOf Door County
gptkbp:promotes community engagement
cultural heritage
environmental awareness
historical preservation
gptkbp:provides educational opportunities
recreational opportunities
transportation routes
emergency access
gptkbp:provides_access_to gptkb:Sturgeon_Bay_Harbor
gptkbp:recreation fishing
boating
kayaking
sailing
gptkbp:serves recreational boating
commercial shipping
gptkbp:supports fishing industry
local economy
gptkbp:surrounding_area scenic views
nature trails
parks
wildlife viewing
gptkbp:width 200 feet