Lock comment on Algiers Lock

Comment by: James Turner on Oct 4, 2018
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 690'
Draft: 11.0'

The Canal Traffic will work on Channel 13 VHF. The Locks work Channel 14 VHF. The River works 67 for passing and entering and also Channel 16, both VHF. It is very important if the water is high to take in account the current will set the vessel. This is especially true of a towing vessel. By the time you get turned Northbound you will likely be South of the Locks. This requires caution and a working radar at night. It is advisable to dog down doors on the Port side if the River is above the 10 ft. gauge.

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