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New York State Canal Corporation

Notice to Mariners

Erie Canal - Waterford Flight

May 28, 2023

Mariners are advised that Erie Canal Lock E-2 through E-6, Waterford Flight, is temporarily closed to navigation due to an electrical issue at Lock E-6.  Maintenance crews are in route. Updates will follow.

Boaters should plan their itineraries accordingly.

A chart covering the affected area can be found at http://www.canals.ny.gov/navinfo/charts/14786e40.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

The Canal Corporation urges all users and stakeholders to register to receive updates through the Notice to Mariners notification program by clicking here.

For general news, please visit www.canals.ny.gov or follow the Canal Corporation on FacebookInstagramTwitter, or LinkedIn.

In case of emergencies, please call the Canal Corporation’s Emergency Call Center at 833-538-1042.