Notice to Mariners
Chart 14786
June 28, 2011
Waterford Steamboat Meet
Mariners are advised that during the Waterford Steamboat Meet, use of the Waterford Harbor will be restricted to participating vessels. The event will take place from 8:00 AM, Thursday, June 30, 2011 to 1:00 PM, Sunday, July 3, 2011. The Waterford Harbor will remain open to through-traffic. Commercial traffic requiring clearance for Waterford Harbor transit must call the New York State Canal Corporation at (518) 471-5016, at least 24 hours in advance.
During this time, docking for commercial and pleasure craft will be available between Locks E-2 and E-4 in the Waterford Flight, as directed by the Lock Operator. Docking in the main Waterford Harbor area east of Lock E-2 will be restricted to event vessels.
A 50-yard security zone around participating vessels will be in effect during the Waterford Steamboat parade from 4 PM to 6 PM, Friday, July 1st. The Steamboat parade will start at the Federal Lock in Troy and proceed to the Waterford Harbor.
Additionally, a 50-yard security zone will be in effect around the fireworks staging barge located in the Waterford Harbor on Saturday, July 2nd. Anchoring will be permitted in the Waterford Harbor on Saturday during the fireworks east of the Pebble’s Island Bridge.
Mariners are requested to maintain a safe distance from emergency vessels.
For updates and information monitor 1-800-4CANAL4 and www.canals.ny.gov.