New York State Canal Corporation, TDD/TTY 1-800-253-5244

NEW YORK STATE CANAL SYSTEM

NOTICE TO MARINERS 

Canal Advisory
4:30 p.m.

June 27, 2006

More heavy rain is predicted for New York over the next 24 hours. Consequently, Canal closures currently in effect will continue and are likely to be expanded.

Mariners are advised that Canal closures are likely along the entire Mohawk River section of the Erie Canal beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, July 28th, from Lock E-19 in Frankfort to Lock E-2 in Waterford.

Mariners are further advised that closures are likely along the entire Hudson River section of the Champlain Canal from Lock C-7 in Fort Edward to Lock C-1 in Halfmoon.

Mariners are further advised that heavy rain is predicted for the Finger Lakes region and throughout the Oswego River Basin. Canal closures in central New York are possible.

Additionally, mariners should expect debris and reduced bridge clearances on many sections of the Canal System which remain open, and should be aware of vessel wake effect on low-lying property.

For updates and information, mariners are advised to monitor 1-800-4CANAL4 and www.canals.state.ny.us.

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Carmella R. Mantello
Director, New York State Canal Corporation

 

 


OFFICE OF CANALS MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS Phone # (518) 436-3055 Fax # (518) 471-5023
Carmella R. Mantello, Director

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