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Water levels between Fobney Lock (105) and County Lock (106)

Starts: 20 December 2022 10:00 am

Ends: 3 January 2023 09:00 am inclusive

Type: Navigation Closure

Reason: Information

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atLock 106, County Lock
Ends atLock 105, Fobney Lock

Updates

20/12/2022 09:28

Please be advised that due to a period of persistent rain, this section is currently designated:

Red - Do not proceed.

CAUTION STRONG STREAM

We advise users of all boats not to navigate because the strong flows make it difficult and dangerous (Locks may be closed)

You are welcome to contact us on enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.

Description

Please be advised that due to a period of persistent rain, the section from the Eastern point of the Kennet & Avon Canal (traffic lights) to Fobney Lock is currently designated:

Yellow (rising)

CAUTION STREAM INCREASING

We advise users of all unpowered boats not to navigate and users of powered boats to find a safe mooring. This is because river flows are likely to strengthen soon and without warning (Locks may be closed)

You are welcome to contact us at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team

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