Lock 37 to Lock 48

Navigation ClosureCompleted

Lock 37 to Lock 48

Rochdale Canal

Type

Navigation Closure

Reason

Low Water Levels

Region

North West

Last update

Thu, Aug 13

Timing

Mon, Aug 10 → Fri, Aug 21

Review expected Thu, Aug 20

Affected location

Rochdale Canal

Lock 37, West Summit to Lock 48

Update history

Thu, Aug 13

Due to the continuation of dry weather navigation remains closed between Lock 37 and Lock 48.

Our teams are continuing to work to restore water levels in the affected area by feeding additional water into the canal from Higher Chelburn Reservoir. These measures will help maintain water levels and support recovery while improving water management where needed.

A further update will be provided on or before Thursday, 20 August.

Mon, Aug 10

Navigation is closed between Lock 37 and Lock 48 due to low water levels caused by the continued dry weather.

Our team is continuing to work to restore water levels in the affected area and is feeding additional water into the canal to help with recovery.

A further update will be provided on or before Thursday, 13 August.

Conditions can change. Check local signage and the latest official notice before travelling.

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