Notice to Mariners
Champlain Canal
October 14, 2022
Mariners are advised of a bridge inspection occurring on the Champlain Canal, on the following schedule:
- Thursday, October 20th – 126th St., Rt. 4 Bridge (C-2) over the Champlain Canal in Waterford, Saratoga County.
This bridge will be inspected using an Under Bridge Inspection Unit, which will be deployed from the deck of the bridge. Channel width may be reduced, and slight delays may occur due to a skiff moving below the bridge.
Mariners should reduce speed, stop all forward motion, sound horns, and proceed at a "No Wake" speed when transiting this area.
A chart showing the affected areas can be found at
https://www.canals.ny.gov/navinfo/charts/14786c01l.png
Features along the Champlain Canal are listed by mileage at
https://www.canals.ny.gov/wwwapps/navinfo/navinfo.aspx?waterway=champlain
In case of emergencies, please call the Canal Corporation Emergency Call Center at: (833) 538-1042.
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