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The Friends of the Delaware Canal released more details on the work to get water back in the canal.

From the nonprofit group:

From the nonprofit group: “On April 23, 2026, it was discovered that the pump at Centre Bridge that feeds the canal with water flowing down to New Hope, had been knocked over by debris. The situation was complicated but with great cooperation, a solution has been created, and water is flowing once again. FODC worked with the Delaware Canal State Park and spoke with the maintenance company for the pump, and it was agreed that the river water level would need to be at least a foot and a half lower for park staff to safely access and inspect the pump. After three weeks, the water in New Hope had all drained out.

“Once the water level in the Delaware River dropped low enough that they could access the pump, it was determined the pump would need to be repaired. FODC worked with the Department of Conservation and Resources (DNCR) and the pump company to install a temporary pump during this process”

Original Article – New Hope Free Press – https://www.newhopefreepress.com/2026/06/03/after-weeks-water-is-headed-back-to-delaware-canal/

The Delaware Canal at Hal H. Clark Park in Solebury Township on Tuesday.
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