Lock 69 Newton Heath
Update on 27/04/2023:
We are pleased to advise the water levels have recovered at Lock 69, Newton Heath on the Rochdale Canal and navigation has resumed.
Update on 26/04/2023:
We are pleased to advise the repairs to the 2 paddles at Lock 69, Newton Heath on the Rochdale Canal have been successful, however navigation will remain closed to allow the pound to replenish, we anticipate this will take till tomorrow morning.
An update will be provided tomorrow, Thursday 27 April, following the team’s inspection of the water levels.
NAVIGATION CLOSURE (12.45pm Tuesday 25 April 2023 until further notice)
Please be advised navigation is currently closed at Lock 69, Newton Heath on the Rochdale Canal due to paddle failure.
Our local team are currently gathering the required materials and equipment and are aiming to be onsite tomorrow to carry out the repair the 2 paddles that have failed. Once the repair is complete, the pound will need time to replenish.
An update will be provided tomorrow afternoon, Wednesday 26 April.
