Bricks were used for power houses, lock structures, and paving. Over time, broken bricks were crushed into powder and repurposed as a binding agent or reinforcement material along the canal's edges.  

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Scatter brick powder onto the surface—how does it settle? Rub it into the paper—does it create a warm, reddish stain? Observe its texture, a memory of structures long since worn down.