Mariners are advised that Red Buoy 196, between Lock
C-6 in Fort Miller and Lock C-7 in Fort Edward, has been
moved off station, 400 feet to the south, due to the
Hudson River Dredging Project. This buoy will remain
relocated until further notice.
All boaters must contact the Vessel Traffic Center on
VHF Channel 18A for transit information through the
project area.
Mariners are advised to use caution in the area.
The Canal Corporation appreciates the public’s
patience.
For updates and information on Canal conditions please
call 1-800-4CANAL4 or visit
www.nyscanals.gov. Additionally, mariners
may sign up for automatic e-mail and text message alerts
through the Canal TRANSalert service. This service is
offered to notify mariners of major incidents and
emergencies that may affect navigation on the New York
State Canal System. To register for this service,
please visit
www.nyscanals.gov/tas/.
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Carmella R. Mantello
Director,
New York State Canal Corporation |
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