PORT OF CORNER INLET & PORT ALBERT
LEWIS CHANNEL – APPROACH TO PORT WELSHPOOL
CHANNEL SHOALING
DETAILS: Recent bathymetric surveys have identified that a short section of the Lewis Channel has shoaled to 1.8 metres LAT.
The shoaling has occurred on the south side of the channel between beacon #19 (Fl.G.4s) and beacon #21 (Fl.G.4s) opposite the Welshpool Pier (Long Jetty).
Mariners are advised to navigate with extra caution and maintain a track to the Northern side of the channel in this area.
CHARTS AFFECTED: Aus 181, Aus 182
PUBLICATIONS AFFECTED: Admiralty Sailing Directions Australia Pilot Vol. II NP 14
FURTHER NOTICE: This notice is self cancelling and no further notice will be issued.