Great Loop Lock Reference

Welland Canal Lock 1

Reviewed planning reference for lock approach, communications, and float-plan preparation.

Welland Canal

Welland Canal Lock 1

St. Catharines, ON

Latitude / Longitude43.217933
-79.213150

Phone289-690-4344

VHF Channel14/75

Operating AuthorityNot listed

Last ReviewedNot listed

Lock Location

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About This Lock

Segment: Welland Canal. Route status: Great Lakes alternate when not using Trent-Severn/complete Erie route. Waterway Guide lock page; Welland locks monitor VHF 14 except inside lock; mooring uses listed channel. Source: https://greatlakes-seaway.com/en/the-seaway/our-locks-and-channels/

Before You Arrive

Fenders ready
Lines ready
Crew briefed
PFDs on deck
Radio on correct channel
Call / monitor lock
Check current notices

Plan With FPW

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Navigation Safety Note

This page is a planning reference, not a substitute for official notices, charts, lockmaster instructions, or current local conditions. Always confirm lock status, operating hours, closures, restrictions, and instructions with the official authority before arrival.