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Powke Lane Bridge to Gosty Hill Tunnel

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Dudley No 2 Canal

From: 15 October 2026, 9am

To: 11 November 2026, 5pm inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Maintenance

Location

Closest waterwayDudley No 2 Canal
Starts atPowke Lane Bridge
Ends atGosty Hill Tunnel

Description

Original 7 October 2026, 10:24am

Please be advised that dredging operations will be taking place in the following areas:

  • 100m around Powke Lane Bridge (BK-006-004)

  • 100m around Totnal Bridge (BK-007-002)

  • 200m at the northern approach to Gosty Hill Tunnel (BK-008)

Works will be carried out using one dredger and up to two tugs with hoppers. Boaters may encounter increased workboat movements within these sections of the navigation.

Navigation will remain open; however, passing boats are requested to proceed with caution.

Thank you for your cooperation while these essential maintenance works are undertaken.

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