This is Lock 16.  The Locktender lived in this house.

9

This bridge will be used on your return.

10

This is the other end of the first section of the Billy Goat Trail.

11

This is a good observation point for one branch of the Potomac River.

12

This is Lock 17.

13

This sign marks the trail to the falls overlook.  Turn left to follow the trail.

14a

You will quickly come to the first bridge over one of the Potomac River passages.  The bridge railings may be removed to prevent damage during floods.

14b

This shows the river flowing through the passage.  At times this passage may be dry.

14c

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