Waterway Notices / Salterhebble middle lock - Blocked by lodged floating pontoon. NOW REMOVED
Advice beginning 31 January 2026 at 15:54 to 6 March 2026 at 11:00. Starting at Lock 2, Salterhebble Middle, ending at Lock 3, Salterhebble Bottom.
This notice has ended and is no longer active.
Summary
| Type | Advice |
| Start Date | 31 January 2026 at 15:54 |
| End Date | 6 March 2026 at 11:00 |
| Start Location | Lock 2, Salterhebble Middle |
| Ends Location | Lock 3, Salterhebble Bottom |
Updates
6 March 2026 at 11:00
The floating pontoon has now been removed and the navigation is open for passage.
31 January 2026 at 16:04
A floating pontoon has come loose and is currently lodged in front of the lock gates.
Operatives have attended site to attempt relocation; however, the securing chain has become trapped underneath. Boat access will be required to resolve the issue, which is currently being looked into.