In response to Tropical Storm Debby, the Canal Corporation will be implementing preventive measures on the Mohawk River and potentially affected areas. Starting at 9:00 AM on Thursday, August 8, 2024, the Canal Corporation will lift the movable dams along the Erie Canal between Lock E-8 in Rotterdam and Lock E-15 in Fort Plain. This action will lower the canal to winter levels, resulting in the closure of the canal in this region.
For detailed information on the impact and additional updates, please follow this link.