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Notice
Valve Issue: Eastern Erie Canal - Waterford
05/14/2026 06:59 PM
Notice to Mariners
Eastern Erie Canal - Waterford Flight
Lock E-6
May 14, 2026
Mariners are advised that Erie Canal Lock E-6 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:
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To report an issue or incident along the Canal system, please call the Canal Corporation’s Emergency Call Center at 833-538-1042.