Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway sets opening dates

Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway sets opening dates The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway 2008 navigation season is set to start on March 20 at 8 a.m. with the opening of the Welland Canal.
   The Montreal-Lake Ontario section will open at the same time on March 22, while the U.S. Sault Ste. Marie locks and canals will open March 25.
   In the Welland Canal, a maximum allowable draft of 26 feet-6 inches will be in effect from the start of the navigation season for all vessels.