Notice

Reduced Depth: Champlain Canal Lock C9 Smith''s Basin to Lock C11

08/14/2023 04:41 PM

Notice to Mariners

Champlain Canal – Smith’s Basin to Comstock

August 14, 2023

Mariners are advised that water levels in the Canal from Champlain Canal Lock C-9 in Smith’s Basin to Lock C-11 in Comstock will be approximately 1 foot lower than normal beginning the morning of Wednesday, August 15^th , due to flashboard installation. This lower water level may affect boats and docks on this area of the Champlain Canal and will continue until the end of the day on Thursday, August 16^th.

A chart covering the affected area can be found at 14786c07r.webp

through 14786c09l.webp

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

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