Notice to Mariners
Erie Canal – Scotia to Fort Plain
October 5, 2021
Mariners are advised of floating debris and strong currents due to recent heavy rainfall in the Mohawk River from Erie Canal Lock E-8 (Scotia) to Lock E-15 (Fort Plain), particularly at the downstream approaches to locks.
Boaters should proceed with caution through these areas.
Charts covering the affected area can be found in areas from
https://www.canals.ny.gov/navinfo/charts/14786e37.png
through https://www.canals.ny.gov/navinfo/charts/14786e30r.png
Features along the eastern portion of the Erie canal are listed by mileage at http://www.canals.ny.gov/wwwapps/navinfo/navinfo.aspx?waterway=erieeastern
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