Volga-Don Canal

Lenin Volga–Don Shipping Canal is a ship canal in Russia. It connects the Volga and the Don at their closest points. Opened in 1952, its length is 101 km, 45 km of which is through rivers and reservoirs.
  • Length: 63 miles (101 km)
  • Maximum boat length: 141 m (463 ft)
  • Maximum boat beam: 16.8 m (55 ft)
  • Maximum boat draft: 3.6 m (12 ft)
  • Locks: 13
  • Status: Open
  • Construction began: 1948

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