NEW YORK STATE CANAL SYSTEM

Erie Canal
Waterford Harbor

August 28, 2006

Mariners are advised that the Waterford Canal Harbor will be closed to vessel traffic from 12 PM Thursday, September 7th to 5 PM Sunday, September 10th for the Waterford Tugboat Roundup. This area of the Canal System will remain open to through-traffic, though commercial traffic requiring clearance through this area should call the New York State Canal Corporation at (518) 471-5016 at least 24 hours in advance.

During this time, docking for commercial and pleasure craft will be available between Locks E-2 and E-4 in the Waterford Flight. Docking below Lock E-2 will be restricted to event vessels.

Additionally, a 50-yard security zone around participating vessels will be in effect during the Albany to Waterford tugboat parade from 2 PM to 6 PM Friday, September 8th. A 100-yard security zone will be in effect around the fireworks staging barge located in Waterford Harbor on Saturday, September 9th.

For updates and information, mariners are advised to monitor 1-800-4CANAL4 and www.canals.state.ny.us.

Carmella R. Mantello Director, New York State Canal Corporation