USCGFinal Rule
Safety Zone; Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore, MD
TransportationEnvironment
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone in a specific area of the Chesapeake Bay near Baltimore, Maryland to protect people and vessels in that region. This means the Coast Guard can restrict or control boat traffic and activities in the designated area to prevent accidents and ensure public safety.
Key Points
- 1A new safety zone has been created in the Chesapeake Bay near Baltimore where the Coast Guard has authority to limit or prohibit certain vessel activities
- 2The regulation helps protect boaters, swimmers, and waterfront communities by keeping dangerous or unauthorized activities out of the designated area
- 3Boat operators and water users in or near the safety zone must follow Coast Guard rules or face penalties
- 4The rule went into effect on September 25, 2025, and applies to commercial and recreational water activities
- 5The Coast Guard may issue special permits or exceptions to allow certain activities in the safety zone
Impact Assessment
If you are a transportation company or vessel operator, this means you must comply with Coast Guard restrictions on boat traffic and activities in the designated Chesapeake Bay safety zone near Baltimore.
Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope
State-specific
Compliance Cost
Minimal
Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesConsumersWorkers/Laborers
Key Dates
Published
September 25, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Amends CFR Sections
33 CFR Part 133 CFR Part 160
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (USCG-2025-0850)
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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