Navigation Channel Obstructions: Eastern Erie Canal - Little Falls to Sylvan Beach

06/22/2026 04:48 PM

Notice to Mariners

Eastern Erie Canal – Little Falls to Sylvan Beach

June 22, 2026

 

Mariners are advised of reports of floating debris and submerged trees in the navigation channel due to recent heavy rainfall affecting tributaries from Erie Canal Lock E-17 in Little Falls to Sylvan Beach. 

Boaters should proceed with caution through these areas at a "No Wake" speed as some debris may be hard to see.

Charts 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 FacebookInstagramTwitter, or LinkedIn.

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