Notice

05/21/2024 12:38 AM

Notice to Mariners

Erie Canal - Waterford Flight

May 20, 2024

Mariners are advised that Erie Canal Lock E-2 through E-6, Waterford Flight, is closed to navigation due to an electrical issue at Lock E-6, until further notice.  Maintenance crews have been notified. Updates will follow.

Boaters should plan their itineraries accordingly.

A chart covering the affected area can be found at http://www.canals.ny.gov/navinfo/charts/14786e40.png.

Features along the eastern portion of the Erie Canal are listed by mileage at http://www.canals.ny.gov/wwwapps/navinfo/navinfo.aspx?waterway=erieeastern. 

The Canal Corporation urges all users and stakeholders to register to receive updates through the Notice to Mariners notification program by clicking here.

For general news, please visit www.canals.ny.gov or follow the Canal Corporation on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn.

To report an issue or incident along the Canal system, please call the Canal Corporation’s Emergency Call Center at 833-538-1042.