New York State Canal Corporation, TDD/TTY 1-800-253-5244

NEW YORK STATE CANAL SYSTEM

NOTICE TO MARINERS

Chart 14786

Erie Canal

October 30, 2009

Mariners are advised that Lock E-2 in Waterford to Lock E-20 in Whitesboro will re-open for navigation at 7:00 AM on Saturday, October 31, 2009. Mariners should proceed with caution as some aids to navigation may be off station.  In addition, mariners should be aware of strong currents and floating debris.

Mariners are also advised that the north leaf at the Little Falls Guard Gate (Guard Gate # 4), is closed for maintenance until further notice. The south leaf will be open for navigation.

The Canal Corporation appreciates the public’s patience.

For updates and information on Canal conditions please call 1-800-4CANAL4 or visit www.nyscanals.gov.  Additionally, mariners may sign up for automatic e-mail and text message alerts through the 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/.

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Carmella R. Mantello
Director, New York State Canal Corporation

 

 


OFFICE OF CANALS MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS Phone # (518) 436-3055 Fax # (518) 471-5023
Carmella R. Mantello, Director

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