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75 We go through our first lock and finish the Intracoastal - ICW 14

22 agosto 2023 · 28 min · 550 visualizzazioni · Intracoastal Waterway

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The crew completes the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) upon reaching Norfolk, Virginia, marking the end of a 905-nautical-mile transit.24:08 The journey required 200 engine hours and consumed 480 liters of fuel, with the vessel averaging approximately 20 nautical miles per day due to frequent stops.24:39 During the final leg, the crew navigates their first lock, utilizing fenders and lines to manage the transition.3:55 They observe that lock procedures in the region operate on a two-hour schedule, with specific protocols for vessels arriving from the north or south.7:02 The transit includes passing several lift bridges, including railroad bridges with vertical clearances ranging from 65 to 145 feet.16:38 Upon arrival in Norfolk, the crew anchors near the city’s waterfront, noting that public docks are limited by size and duration.20:09 The passage concludes with the crew exploring the local area, characterized by mermaid statues and waterfront festivals, while reflecting on the efficiency of their chosen route compared to the Dismal Swamp Canal.22:03

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