Notice

Lock closure westbound traffic: Erie Canal Lock E8 Scotia

08/19/2021 08:12 AM

Notice to Mariners

Erie Canal – Scotia

August 19, 2021

Mariners are advised that Erie Canal Lock E-8 (Scotia) is closed to westbound vessel traffic due to high water levels from recent heavy rainfall. Lock E-8 remains open to vessels traveling to the east.

Updates will follow.

A map showing the affected areas can be found at 14786e37r.webp

Features along the Erie Canal are listed by mileage at /Navigation-Information

The Canal Corporation urges all users to register to receive updates through the "Notice to Mariners" notification program at www.canals.ny.gov. For updates and information, please visit Canals.NY.gov or follow us on Facebook or Twitter