[5] Within 20 years of its founding, the Weissport established itself as a vital part of the canal industry, specializing in the restoration, building, and repairing of boats along the Lehigh Canal, which ran parallel to the Lehigh River.

Weissport was a central hub during the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Canal era.

The town served as the only boat building and repair facility along the Lehigh Canal.

Today, the Lehigh Canal Park is a gem of nature and history for residents and visitors alike.

The town is one of the cultural and historic resources along the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor.

[10] U.S. Route 209 passes through Weissport, leading west into Lehighton and east 2 miles (3 km) to Interstate 476, the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

31.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.