Notice to Mariners
Erie Canal – German Flatts
August 9, 2021
Mariners are advised that rescue operations are in progress for a grounded vessel, south of the navigation channel, located in the vicinity of Buoy G "511" adjacent to the outlet of Spohn Creek in German Flatts, Herkimer County. This area of the Canal is west of Erie Canal Lock E-18 in Jacksonburg.
Boaters should be aware of rescue boats moving through the area, use caution, stop all forward motion, and proceed at a "No Wake" speed.
A chart covering the affected area can be found at https://www.canals.ny.gov/navinfo/charts/14786e27.png
Features along the eastern portion of the Erie Canal are listed by mileage at https://www.canals.ny.gov/wwwapps/navinfo/navinfo.aspx?waterway=erieeastern
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