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New York State Canal Corporation

Notice to Mariners

Erie Canal – Holley

October 4, 2023

Mariners are advised of a cable hanging over the Canal approximately 15 feet from the north shore, and just east of Erie Canal Lift Bridge (E-187), East Avenue in Holley over the Erie Canal.

Boaters should proceed extreme caution in this area of the Canal.

A chart showing the affected area can be found at https://www.canals.ny.gov/navinfo/charts/nyscce11.jpg

Features along the western portion of the Erie Canal are listed by mileage at  https://www.canals.ny.gov/wwwapps/navinfo/navinfo.aspx?waterway=eriewestern

The Canal system is scheduled to close to navigation at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. All vessel operators should plan their trips to ensure they exit the system by that time.

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

The Canal Corporation urges all users to register to receive updates through the "Notice to Mariners" notification program at www.canals.ny.gov.

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