With the start of World War I, however, there was a shortage of manpower and resources. Lock 45 at Port Severn was nearing completion, so it was finished as a small, "temporary" lock. (It remains in use to this day.)
With the commencement of World War I, however, there was a lack of personnel and resources. Lock 45 at Port Severn was nearing completion, so it was completed as a small, "temporary" lock. (It remains in use to this day.)