Notice Archive / Newark Flood gates

Navigation Closure Notice from 9 January 2026 at 21:00 to Ongoing. Starting at Newark Basin Flood Gates, ending at Newark Basin Flood Gates.

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Summary

TypeNavigation Closure
Start Date9 January 2026 at 21:00
End DateOngoing
Start LocationNewark Basin Flood Gates
Ends LocationNewark Basin Flood Gates

Updates

13 January 2026 at 12:12

Newark Town Flood Gates are closed. Water levels and conditions remain unchanged. Strong flows continue to make navigation difficult and potentially dangerous. Please do not attempt to navigate this section.

9 January 2026 at 19:42

CAUTION, STRONG STREAM.    Newark Town Lock Flood Gates have been closed. We advise skippers of all boats not to navigate because the strong flows make it difficult and dangerous. Locks may also be closed.  

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