Water depth in navigation channel: | 2.4 m (8') Locks 1-19 1.83 m (6') Locks 20-45 |
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Operational length and width of locks: | 25.4 m (84') L x 7.01 m (23') W at Lock #45, Port Severn |
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Minimum overhead (bridge) clearance: | 6.7 m (22') | |
Length of waterway: | 386 km (240 miles) | |
Year complete waterway opened: | 1920 | |
Highest lift (of a lock): | 19.8 m (65.4') Peterborough Lift Lock |
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Peak navigation season: | July and August | |
Speed limit zones: | 10 km/hr. | |
Number of locks: | 44 | |
Number of lock stations: | 42 | |
Approximate travel time: | 5-7 days (one-way trip of Waterway) |
While on or near the Waterway, visitors are asked to follow all general water and boater safety rules and any posted signs. Please do not boat or swim near dams where currents and undertows can be very strong.