When the lifting mechanism that operates the lower lock gate of Erie Canal Lock E-17 in Little Falls broke last weekend, boaters were forced to tie up and wait.
But those who found docking space at the Little Falls Canal Harbor and Rotary Park agreed that if they had to make an unplanned stop somewhere, Little Falls was a good place to do it.
“We’ve been pretty lucky,” said Tripp Cardinale, who was on his way home to eastern Long Island. “They’ve got power on the dock, pump-out, showers, laundry.”
His mother, Jeanne Cardinale, explained they had purchased the yacht in Alexandria Bay and were taking it home. They started the journey last Friday. On Monday, they hit a snag.
Erie Canal Lock E-17 In Little Falls New York Is Closed
According to the
Mariners are advised that Erie Canal Lock E-17 in Little Falls is closed to navigation traffic due to an equipment issue until further notice. Crews have been notified.
The New York State Canal Corporation website goes on to say that crews have been notified about the issue.
My Little Falls is reporting that a special crane has been ordered to move to Little Falls from Pennsylvania.
So what s the issue? Local experts have mentioned that there is a problem with the guillotine doors that open to allow water in. Canal workers are afraid further damage may be caused by continuing to use them until they are repaired.
Erie Canal events on tap for 2021
COURTESY OF NEWS REPORTS
The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor and New York State Canal Corporation teamed up to sponsor 26 festivals and events in 2021 to showcase the Corridor’s nationally significant heritage, as well as the recreational appeal of the waterway and Canalway Trail.
Events include recreational activities, tours, concerts and heritage celebrations.
Locally, the Canalside Summer Concert Series will run on Fridays, June 25-Aug. 20, in Pittsford’s Carpenter Park. Music on the Erie in Newark’s Spencer Knight Park will run from 6 to 8 p.m. on Fridays, June 25-Aug. 27. Sound Waves on the Erie Canal is scheduled for July 10 at Lock 30 in Macedon.
Erie Canal levels lowered in Macedon after creek bank collapse auburnpub.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from auburnpub.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.