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Notice

Update: Canal Section Reopening with Restricted Width: Eastern Erie Canal - Waterford

05/19/2026 07:50 PM

Notice to Mariners

Eastern Erie Canal - Waterford Flight

Update

May 19, 2026

 

Mariners are advised that the Waterford Flight that was announced with a delayed reopening has reopened for navigation. Lock E-2 in the Waterford Flight is still only able to pass vessels with a maximum beam of 21 feet due to an inoperable lower gate. It is expected that Lock E-2 will be repaired and operating at full width on Friday, May 22nd at 8:00 am. 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.