The line climbed from below  at Lake Junction to  just south of Minisink Road. In places the grade rose more than 4%, and some sections averaged 3%. By 1882, the connection was in operation and the Ogden Mine's dependence on the Morris Canal ended.
The incline ascended from beneath Lake Junction to immediately south of Minisink Road. In certain areas, the slope increased more than 4%, and some segments averaged around 3%. By 1882, the connection was operational, and the Ogden Mine's reliance on the Morris Canal ceased.