NEW YORK STATE CANAL SYSTEM

Chart 14786

Oswego Canal

Bridge Rehabilitation

March 31, 2008

Mariners are advised that starting on April 1, 2008 and ending on December 31, 2008 bridge rehabilitation work will take place on the Route 104 Bridge (Bridge O-14), over the Oswego Canal. This bridge is located north of Lock O-8 in the City of Oswego.

Boaters should expect minor delays to navigation and are reminded to use caution when approaching this area. Canal staff at Lock O-8 and the contractor will monitor Channel 13 for vessel traffic control and spotter boats will be located north of the lock to assist with navigation. Boaters approaching from the south will receive direction as they lock through Lock O-8.

For updates and information, mariners are advised to monitor 1-800-4CANAL4 and www.nyscanals.gov. Additionally, mariners may sign up for automatic e-mail and text message alerts through the new Canal TRANSalert service. This service is offered to notify mariners of major incidents and emergencies that may affect navigation on the New York State Canal System. To register for this service, please visit www.nyscanals.gov/tas/.

 

Carmella R. Mantello Director, New York State Canal Corporation