USCGFinal Rule
Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Inside Thorofare, Ventnor City, New Jersey
Transportation
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has updated rules for how and when a drawbridge in Ventnor City, New Jersey must open and close to let boats pass through. These rules affect boat captains, local traffic, and residents by setting specific times and procedures for bridge operations.
Key Points
- 1The Coast Guard is establishing new operating procedures for the drawbridge located in the Inside Thorofare waterway in Ventnor City, New Jersey
- 2The regulation specifies when the bridge must open to allow boats to pass and when it can remain closed for vehicle traffic
- 3Boat captains will need to follow updated signal procedures and timing requirements to request bridge openings
- 4The rules balance the needs of both water traffic (boats) and land traffic (cars and trucks crossing the bridge)
- 5These changes went into effect on January 26, 2026, and all users of the bridge must comply with the new regulations
Impact Assessment
If you are a boat captain or transportation company, this means you must follow new specific times and procedures to request the Ventnor City drawbridge to open, which may slightly affect your route timing.
Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope
State-specific
Compliance Cost
Minimal
Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesHomeownersSmall Businesses
Key Dates
Published
January 26, 2026
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.
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