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New York State Canal Corporation

Notice to Mariners

Erie Canal – Frankfort

September 30, 2020

Mariners are advised that the water level along this Mohawk River section of the Erie Canal has subsided enough that the governing clearance of Railroad Bridge E-40 in Frankfort is back to the standard clearance of 21’.

A chart covering the affected area can be found at https://www.canals.ny.gov/navinfo/charts/14786e24.png                                                      

The Canal system is scheduled to close to navigation at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. All vessel operators should plan their trips to ensure they exit the system by that time. For more information, please click here.

In case of emergencies, please call the Canal Corporation Emergency Call Center at: (833) 538-1042.

For updates and information, please visit Canals.NY.gov or follow us on Facebook or Twitter.