Notice

05/15/2026 05:29 PM

Notice to Mariners

Eastern Erie Canal – Niskayuna

May 15, 2026

 

Mariners are advised of sediment sampling activities occurring from a workboat in the navigation channel on the Erie Canal between Erie Canal Lock E-7 in Vischer Ferry and Lock E-8 in Rotterdam, in the vicinity of Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory water intake. This area is between Buoy G "53" and Buoy R "56". Work will start on Monday, May 18. It is expected that these activities will be concluded by the end of the day on Friday, May 22^nd.

A chart showing 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.