Rokeby Lock, Ohio facts for kids

Rokeby Lock, also known as Rokeby, is a small place in Morgan County, Ohio, in the United States. It is an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own official local government like a city or town does.

A Look Back: Rokeby Lock's History

Rokeby Lock got its start because of a big construction project. The community was planned out, or platted, when a lock and dam were being built nearby on the Muskingum River.

What is a Lock and Dam?

A lock and dam system helps boats travel safely on rivers. A dam holds back water to make the river deeper. A lock is like a water elevator for boats. It lets boats move from one water level to another, either up or down, so they can continue their journey along the river.

The Post Office in Rokeby Lock

A post office was opened in Rokeby Lock in 1839. This was an important place for people to send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years, finally closing its doors in 1915.