Fossdyke stoppage

[Naughty Cal]

Torksey Flood Gate

 

Monday 17 December 2012 until further notice

 

Due to the Fossdyke navigation going into flood, we have had to close Torksey Flood Gates.

 

Boaters are asked not to travel along the navigation until further notice.

 

We apologise for any inconvenience which may be caused.

 

Enquiries: Newark - 01636 704481

 

Just received this. We were out on the ditch yesterday and it wasn't flooded so must have risen quickly!

 

Need it to fall again by the weekend or Christmas cruise might be off!

[Keeping Up]

I don't understand this one. Why would you have to close the Torksey flood gates because of the Fossdyke going into flood?

 

I can understand having to close them to prevent the Fossdyke from going into flood when, the Trent is too high (as they did recently) but this one seems to me to be the wrong way round.

 

Or am I missing something?

[Naughty Cal]

I expect you are right given the other stoppage which has been issued for the Trent. No amendment had been issued yet though.

[Naughty Cal]

Torksey Lock

 

Monday 28 January 2013 until further notice

 

Due to the flood levels rising and the current high tides, we have had to close Torksey Flood Gates.

 

Boaters are asked not to travel along the navigation until further notice and will not be able to get through Torksey Lock.

 

We apologise for any inconvenience which may be caused.

 

Please check our website for regular updates on the flood situation.

 

Enquiries: Newark – 0303 040 4040