Lock E17
From NY Canals - Guide to New York's Erie, Oswego, Champlain, and Cayuga-Seneca Canal System
| Lock E17 Facts | |
|---|---|
 Lock E17 from the downstream side | |
| Located on the: | Erie Canal |
| Nearest Town: | Little Falls |
| Phone Number: | (315) 823-0650 |
| Lift: | 40.5 feet |
| Upstream Elevation: | 363.4 feet |
| Downstream Elevation: | 322.9 feet |
| Next Lock Westbound: | Lock E18 (4 miles) |
| Next Lock Eastbound: | Lock E16 (8 miles) |
Lock E-17 (E17) is located in Little Falls along the Erie Canal is the largest lock in New York State. The lock lifts every passing vessel an astounding 40.5 feet. On the eastern side of the lock there is a large wall where you may tie up for the night, as well as numerous trails to walk, run or bike.
Because the lift is so large, all craft are required to tie up to the southern wall.
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 View from deep inside Lock E17. |
 Lock Sign. |
