Notice

Valve Issue: Erie Canal Lock E6 Waterford Flight

05/23/2024 12:42 AM

Notice to Mariners

Erie Canal - Waterford Flight

Lock E-6

May 22, 2024

Mariners are advised that Erie Canal Lock E-6 in the Waterford Flight requires all westbound traffic to tie to the south (port) side of the lock chamber due to a valve issue, until further notice.

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.

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