Lewis: Ohio River Journey, September 1, 1803
Below Pittsburgh on the Ohio River, Lewis encountered exceptionally low water that made navigation difficult. The keelboat repeatedly grounded on gravel bars and shallow riffles, forcing the crew to climb out and wade alongside the vessel, hauling and dragging it over the obstructions to continue downstream. Progress was slow and physically demanding, with the shallow conditions defining the day's work on the river.
Lewis navigated the Ohio River below Pittsburgh, struggling with extremely low water. The crew often had to wade alongside the keelboat and physically drag it over gravel bars and riffles.
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Lewis navigated the Ohio River below Pittsburgh, struggling with extremely low water. The crew often had to wade alongside the keelboat and physically drag it over gravel bars and riffles.
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