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Locks 1 and 2 Middle Lock, Hackney Wick, Hertford Union Canal

Starts: 4 November 2019 08:00 am

Ends: 13 December 2019 04:00 pm inclusive

Type: Navigation Closure

Reason: Repair

Is the towpath closed? Yes

Location

Closest waterwayHertford Union Canal
Starts atLock 1, Top Lock
Ends atLock 3, Bottom Lock
Upstream winding holeJunction with the Regent's Canal
Downstream winding holeJunction with the Lee Navigation

Updates

30/10/2019 14:47

Please be aware, for safety reasons, the towpath will be closed for the duration of the winter repair works at Locks 1 and 2.

Diversion signs are now in place on site.

Description

Carry out works as follows.

Lock 1: Reline the top gate in order to reduce leakage.

Lock 2: Replace both the top and bottom lock gates.

Please note the revised scope of works included in this stoppage.

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