Ballard Locks-Hiram Chittenden Locks

Seattle Icon & Top Tourist Attraction. Nation's Busiest Locks-50,000 vessels/yr (Up Close & Persona Go to www.ballardlocks.org to see how you can help.

The Ballard/Chittenden Locks are 100 years old and in major need of repairs and upgrades....the Locks are simply outdated and worn out. The Federal budgeting process barely supports basic operational maintenance. Private funding is needed to enhance visitor and educational facilities.