Misterton Lock - Low water levels

Detail

From Date: 06/09/2019 15:15

To Date: 17/01/2020 10:45 inclusive

Type: Navigation Restriction

Reason: Boat damage

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterway: Chesterfield Canal

Starts at: Lock 63, Misterton Top Lock

Ends at: Lock 63, Misterton Top Lock

Updates

17/01/2020 10:40

The lock is now available for passage.

12/09/2019 15:37

The lock is now available for passage using the upstream & downstream towpath side gate only.

Passage through the lock is available for one narrow boat at a time due to the damage to the off side gates.

10/09/2019 08:18

We are currently inspecting the gates with a view to carrying out temporary repairs.

We will update this notice when we have more information.

09/09/2019 09:18

Due to misuse of the lock it is now closed for navigation.

We are currently investigating the extent of the damage and will update this notice when we have further information.

Description

We are currently experiencing low water levels in the pound above Misterton Top Lock.

Passage is restricted at this time until water is recovered. 

We will issue and update when the situation changes.