Erie Canal
September 30, 2009
Mariners are
advised that bridge painting is in progress at the Ford
Street Bridge (E-156), located on the Genesee River, in
Rochester. There will be a 13 foot minimum overhead
clearance at maximum pool at all times in this location.
This project is expected to be completed by November 15,
2009.
If a vessel
needs the full 15½
feet overhead clearance please call the contractor
watchman on VHF Channel 13.
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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