Lock 61 off side gate - Rochdale Canal

Detail

From Date: 15/05/2019 14:00

To Date: 23/05/2019 14:31 inclusive

Type: Navigation Restriction

Reason: Structure failure

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterway: Rochdale Canal

Starts at: Lock 61 Scowcroft

Ends at: Lock 61 Scowcroft

Updates

23/05/2019 14:31

We are pleased to advise that emergency works to replace the Lock ,have been completed and navigation is now open at Lock 61, Rochdale Canal.

Description

Unfortunately, an issue with Lock 61 offside gate hinge is preventing both gates from being fully operable.  

Customer to only use the towpath side bottom gate and if they encounter any difficulties to contact the office for assistance. 

The lock is restricted due to this and can only be used by one narrowboat at a time. Our engineers are planning a repair to the gate, and we will be able to provide further details when they have finished their investigations.