USCGFinal Rule

Drawbridge Operation Regulation; East River, Green Bay, WI

Transportation

Summary

This regulation sets new rules for how and when the drawbridge across the East River in Green Bay, Wisconsin must open and close to let boats pass through. The Coast Guard issued these rules to manage traffic flow between boats and vehicles crossing the bridge.

Key Points

  • 1Establishes specific times when the drawbridge must be available to open for boat traffic
  • 2Affects boat operators and vehicle drivers who use the East River crossing in Green Bay
  • 3Aims to balance the needs of water traffic with road traffic on the bridge
  • 4Rules determine how quickly bridge operators must respond to requests from boats needing passage
  • 5The regulation became effective on June 23, 2025

Impact Assessment

If you are a transportation company or boat operator, this means you must follow new schedules for when the East River drawbridge in Green Bay opens and closes, which may affect your route timing and operations.

Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesSmall BusinessesConsumers

Key Dates

Published

June 23, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
33 CFR Part 1

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.