Notice

Canal Section Closure: Eastern Erie Canal - St. Johnsville to Little Falls

05/25/2026 01:44 PM

Notice to Mariners

Eastern Erie Canal – St. Johnsville to Little Falls

May 25, 2026

Mariners are advised that the Canal from Erie Canal Lock E-16 in St. Johnsville to Lock E-17 in Little Falls will close immediately due to recent heavy rainfall causing high water levels. Updates will follow.

Charts showing the affected areas can be found at:

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