Notice
Valve Issue: Erie Canal - Waterford
Notice to Mariners
Erie Canal - Waterford
June 25, 2025
Mariners are advised that Erie Canal Lock E-2 in the Waterford Flight requires all westbound traffic to tie to the port side of the lock chamber due to a valve issue until further notice.
A chart covering the affected area can be found at:
Features along the eastern portion of the Erie Canal are listed by mileage at:
http://www.canals.ny.gov/wwwapps/navinfo/navinfo.aspx?waterway=erieeastern
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In case of emergencies, please call the Canal Corporation’s Emergency Call Center at 833-538-1042.