Waterways Ireland wishes to advise all Masters and users that in order to facilitate the annual Longford marathon road race on Sun 25 Aug 2012 lifting bridge operations will be restricted accordingly.
The following air draft restrictions will apply to the lifting bridges, which will be closed during the time periods indicated below.
Shannon Navigation – Rooskey Bridge (12.30 hrs to 14.30 hrs)
The air draft at Roosky Bridge at Ordinary Summer Level is 10ft (3.025m). There is an air draft gauge erected at the bridge on both Upper and Lower approaches. The Lock keeper can be contacted during lock opening hours at 00 (0)71 96 38018 for further information.
Shannon Navigation – Tarmonbarry Bridge (11.30 hrs to 13.00 hrs)
The air draft at Tarmonbarry at Ordinary Summer Level is 7’9″ (2.35m). The Lock keeper can be contacted during lock opening hours at 00 (0)43 3326117 or 087-9222020 for further information.
Royal Canal – Begnagh Bridge
The bridge will be closed from 10.15hrs to 12.15 hrs. The Lock keeper may be contacted on 00-(0)87-9151400.
MARINE NOTICE No 98 of 2013
SHANNON NAVIGATION
Lough Key
Waterways Ireland Triathlon Swimming Event
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters that the swimming element of the Lough Key Triathlon event will take place in the vicinity of Castle Island and the Forest Park recreational facilities in Lough Key on Sun 8th Sep from 0900 hrs until 1200 hrs.
Masters of vessels are requested to note the advice of marshals when passing near the swimming course and to proceed at slow speed and with minimum wash.
Charles Lawn, Lt Cdr (rtd), Inspector of Navigation, 5 Aug 2013
MARINE NOTICE No. 97 of 2013 Royal Canal – Dublin Towpath Closure
Level 1 – Binns Bridge to Russell St
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise that the above section of canal towpath on Level 1 of the Royal Canal Dublin has been closed to the public due to a wall slippage that occurred following heavy rainfall on Wednesday night.
Electrical and gas services run along the towpath so it has been closed as a precautionary measure until repairs are carried out. However, navigation will remain open as normal throughout this period.
Waterways Ireland apologises to its customers for any inconvenience caused.
C. Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 28 Jul 2013
MARINE NOTICE No.96 of 2013
ROYAL AND GRAND CANALS
AND BARROW NAVIGATION
LOW WATER LEVELS AND WEEDGROWTH CAUTIONARY WARNING
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise all masters and users of the Royal and Grand Canals and Barrow Navigation that due to the prolonged dry and warm weather, water levels have fallen in recent weeks and weedgrowth accelerated on the waterways. Masters of vessels, particularly those with deep drafts, are advised to proceed with due caution when navigating the Royal and Grand Canals and Barrow Navigation. Additional time should be factored in to complete longer journeys.
Should any further updates on specific areas be necessary, these will issue as separate notices.
C J Lawn, Lt Cdr (rtd), Inspector of Navigation 25 July 2013
Coosan Point Triathlon
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners that the swimming element associated with the Shadowman Triathlon event will take place Coosan Point, Athlone on Sun 4 Aug between 0600hrs and1100hrs.
The course will extend from the slipway at Coosan in the direction of Friar’s Island for approx 800m.
Masters are requested to note the advice of safety marshals when passing through this section of the navigation and to proceed at slow speed with minimum wash.
Waterways Ireland thanks its customers for their cooperation.
Charles Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 23 Jul 2013
MARINE NOTICE No. 94 of 2013
SHANNON NAVIGATION
Lough Derg (South)
Two Mile Gate
Triathlon
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners that the swimming element associated with the Brian Boru Triathlon will take place At Two Mile Gate (Approx 3km north of Killaloe on the western shore) on Sat 31Aug between 1100hrs and1500hrs.
Masters are requested to note any advice from safety marshals when passing through this section of the navigation.
Waterways Ireland thanks its customers for their cooperation.
Charles Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 20 Jul 2013
MARINE NOTICE No. 93 of 2013
Shannon Navigation
Lough Derg
Mirror Worlds Sailing Championship
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners that the above event will take place in Dromineer Bay and adjacent waters from Mon 22 Jul until Fri 2 Aug 2013.
There will be increased sailing activity and a large fleet of vessels on the water during this period. Masters of powerboats should, where possible, give the fleet a wide berth otherwise the normal navigation rules apply.
Waterways Ireland thanks it customers for their cooperation in this matter.
Charles Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 20 Jul 2013
MARINE NOTICE No. 92 of 2013
LOWER BANN NAVIGATION
COLERAINE
Waterways Ireland Riverfest
Sat 10th and Sun 11th Aug 2013
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise all masters and users of the Lower Bann Navigation that the above event will take place along the stretch of navigation between Coleraine Town Bridge and Mountsandel bridge in the vicinity of Christie Park moorings from 10am until 6.30pm on both days.
Masters are requested to transit this area at slow speed and with minimum wash during the event and to heed the advice and instructions of those marshalling the activities.
Waterways Ireland takes this opportunity to thank its customers for their co-operation in this matter and regrets any inconvenience caused.
C.J.Lawn, Lt Cdr (rtd), Inspector of Navigation, 18 Jul 2013
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners that it is a requirement of the Shannon Navigation Bye- laws to have permission to lay mooring buoys i.e single point mooring, for vessels and boats in both the Shannon Navigation and on the Shannon Erne Waterway.
Owners with the required permission should ensure that their mooring buoy is clearly marked with the registration number of the craft that it is intended for. Owners without permission should apply to:
The Inspector of Navigation, Waterways Ireland,
The Docks, Athlone, Co.Westmeath.
Unidentified mooring buoys will be removed from the navigation.
Charles Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 18 Jul 2013
