Notice

07/21/2023 01:44 PM

Notice to Mariners

Erie Canal Lock E-32 – Vessel Lockings

July 21, 2023

Mariners are advised that effective today, the Canal Corporation encourages locking by multiple vessels at a time at Erie Canal Lock E-32 in Pittsford due to increased lock use and regulation of water levels along the Western Erie Canal. 

Motorized and non-motorized vessels may be asked to wait for additional vessels to lock through at this location. Non-motorized operators seeking passage should call the lock operator at 585-586-1837 to inquire when the next motorized vessel is expected to arrive.

A chart showing the affected area can be found at nyscce17.webp 

Features along the western portion of the Erie Canal are listed by mileage at /Navigation-Information

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

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