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July 5, 2017New York State Canal Corporation Reminds Boaters of Dangers on Closed Sections of the Canal System
Sections of the New York State Canal System remain closed to all boaters due to elevated water levels, excessive current, heavy debris and displaced navigational aids caused by heavy rainfall.
The New York State Canal Corporation closed the following sections of the canal system on Saturday, July 1, and Sunday, July 2, as they are temporarily unsafe for navigation:
– The Erie Canal, from Waterford to Oneida Lake, including Little Falls
– The Oswego Canal, except southbound traffic on Lock 8
– The Champlain Canal
Boaters who have docked at secure facilities should remain safely moored until these sections reopen. Boaters should not utilize car-top put-ins or launch ramps in sections of the canal system that are currently closed.
The affected sections of the canal will re-open when operational safety standards are met and the safety of canal patrons can be ensured.
Re-opening schedules will be posted in Notices to Mariners available at www.canals.ny.gov, on Facebook, and on Twitter.
