How did construction of the Erie Canal contribute to the market revolution in the United States?

The Erie Canal was completed in 1825. It connects the Great Lakes with New York City.

It contributed as it made New York into a mayor commercial city centre and encouraged canal constructions throughout the United States.

It was considered a great engineering work. Boats could carry more loads than train wagons. This also improved economy as the transportation costs were lower.

People moved into western territories, such as Syracuse and Rochester and developed a trade based on canal traffic.