NEW YORK STATE CANAL SYSTEM

Erie Canal
Waterford Harbor
Chart #14786

August 27, 2007

Mariners are advised that the Waterford Canal Harbor will be restricted to vessel traffic from 12 PM Thursday, September 6th to 5 PM Sunday, September 9th 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 with electrical service will be available at the Lock E-3 upper approach wall, within walking distance of the Village of Waterford. Docking in the main harbor area 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 7th. A 50-yard security zone will be in effect around the fireworks staging barge located in Waterford Harbor on Saturday, September 8th.

For updates and information on Canal conditions please call 1-800-4CANAL4 or visit www.nyscanals.gov.

 

Carmella R. Mantello Director, New York State Canal Corporation