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Canal Section Reopening Delayed: Eastern Erie Canal - Waterford

05/19/2026 12:18 AM

Notice to Mariners

Eastern Erie Canal - Waterford Flight

May 18, 2026

 

Mariners are advised that the Waterford Flight reopening will be delayed. It is expected that the Flight will now reopen for navigation on Tuesday, May 19th, at 2:00 p.m. Boaters should plan their itineraries accordingly. Updates will follow.

A chart covering the affected area can be found at:

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The Canal Corporation urges all users and stakeholders to register to receive updates through the Notice to Mariners notification program by clicking here.

For general news, please visit www.canals.ny.gov or follow the Canal Corporation on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn.

In case of emergencies, please call the Canal Corporation’s Emergency Call Center at 833-538-1042.