PUBLIC WEBSITE: Notices to Navigational Interests (NTNI) https://ndc.ops.usace.army.mil/ords/f?p=107:1
NAVIGATION NOTICE Number SWL 26-09
McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System
February 11th, 2026
In Reply Refer to: CESWL-OP
P. O. Box 867
Little Rock, AR 72203-0867
PH. 501-324-5096
PARTIAL LOCK REOPENING AND WIDTH RESTRICTIONS
MONTGOMERY POINT LOCK & DAM (NM 0.5)
MCCLELLAN-KERR ARKANSAS RIVER NAVIGATION SYSTEM
Due to ongoing hydraulic system repairs on the downstream river wall miter gate, Montgomery Point Lock & Dam (NM 0.5) is operating under the following restrictions until further notice:
- Daily Closure: The lock will be closed to all traffic from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily to allow for repair work
- Limited Opening: The lock will be available for transit from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily.
- Width Restriction: A 70-foot width restriction is in effect during operating hours.
All mariners are advised to exercise extreme caution when transiting the lock. Tows should align with the land wall when nearing the downstream approach to avoid contact with the downstream river wall miter gate. Additionally, mariners should expect longer than normal lockage times.
Questions or requests for additional information concerning this notice should be directed to the Little Rock District Office, at (501) 324-5096 or you may email CESWL-OP-OM@usace.army.mil.
//signed// (for)
Chief (Acting), Operations Division
Release no. 26-020