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Canal Corporation Launches New Notification System for Hinckley Reservoir

New System Will Alert Public of Future Changes to the Reservoir Discharges

For Immediate Release: 08/31/15

The Canal Corporation today announced it has launched a new email and text alert system which will provide updates related to the operation of Hinckley Reservoir and changes to its discharge rates.

This subscription service is now available through the Canal Corporation’s website, and will notify subscribers when changes to reservoir releases are made. These alerts will also be published on the Canal Corporation’s Facebook and Twitter accounts.

Brian U. Stratton, Director of the NYS Canal Corporation said, "We are committed to providing the most up-to-date information regarding Hinckley Reservoir's operation and we believe this new notification system will help keep members of the public and the surrounding communities informed when changes to the reservoir's discharge rates occur."

The Erie Canal Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program invites artists to explore the past, present, and future of this iconic waterway through their unique artistic lenses. A partnership between the New York State Canal Corporation and the Erie Canal Museum, the AIR program is a celebration of creativity, history, and stewardship.

The program supports the revitalization of the Erie Canal by blending art with storytelling to illuminate its cultural, environmental, and historical significance. Through exhibitions, events, and public programs, the AIR program brings new perspectives to the Canal's lasting impact on New York State and the nation.

We are thrilled to welcome the 2025 Artists-in-Residence, Kari Varner and Sarah Cameron Sunde, who will begin their year-long exploration of the Erie Canal. Stay tuned for updates on their journey! 

Contact

Shane Mahar
shane.mahar@thruway.ny.gov
Office of Media Relations and Communications
(518) 471-5300