Great Loop Lock Reference

Willow Island Locks and Dam

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

Ohio River

Willow Island Locks and Dam

Newport, OH

Latitude / Longitude39.356000
-81.304000

PhoneVerify current USACE district/CorpsLocks

VHF Channel13/14 verify

Operating AuthorityNot listed

Last ReviewedNot listed

Lock Location

Zoomed-in location for this Great Loop lock reference.

About This Lock

Segment: Ohio River. Route status: all-possible Ohio River extended route / side-route option beyond the lower Ohio used by the common Loop. Coordinates are approximate station locations; verify phone/VHF through USACE Louisville/Pittsburgh/Huntington district notices before navigation. Source: https://www.lrd.usace.army.mil/Mission/Projects/

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

Add lock planning context to your route and account for lock delays in your float plan.

Plan a Float Plan

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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.