Notice to Mariners
Erie Canal – Waterford
September 27, 2023
Mariners are advised that Erie Canal Lock E-2 in the Waterford Flight requires all westbound boaters to tie to the north (starboard) side of the lock chamber when locking through the lock, due to a non-operating fill valve, until further notice.
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.
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In case of emergencies, please call the Canal Corporation’s Emergency Call Center at 833-538-1042.