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Notice
Opening Update: Cayuga/Seneca and Erie Canals
06/17/2025 04:52 PM
Notice to Mariners
Opening Update: Cayuga/Seneca and Erie Canals
June 17, 2025
The New York State Canal Corporation today announced the following update:
Mariners are advised that Cayuga/Seneca Canal Locks C/S-1, Erie Canal Lock E-24 and Lock E-25, previously announced as closed due to high water, will be reopened for navigation effective Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Boaters should also note that water levels on these areas remain high and will need to take precautions and be aware of floating debris and proceed at a "No Wake" speed as some debris may be hard to see.
Additional Information for Mariners
Boaters transiting between Lock E-8 in Rotterdam and Lock E-16 in St. Johnsville may experience low water as the Canal Corporation removes debris from the movable dams and resets water control structures after the recent high flow event.
A map of the New York State Canal system displaying the open and closed sections is available here.
Mariners are advised to check the Canal Corporation’s Notice to Mariners for the latest information and to plan their itineraries accordingly as sections of the Canal system open to ensure dock space and amenities are available.
For general news, please visit www.canals.ny.gov or follow the Canal Corporation on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn.
To report an issue or incident along the Canal system, please call the Canal Corporation’s Emergency Call Center at 833-538-1042.