That was in 1880 though. Excavation equipment was not as capable as it is today. Today I bet it would be possible to get rid of the locks, but it would not be cheap.

like digging down 25 meters has been done numerous times all over the world. But having to do that for I think like 70 to 80Km distance wise from would not be cheap.

Cowards.

But more seriously interesting to see that the New Jersey Style wins again.