USCGFinal Rule

Safety Zone; ICW, Miami, FL

TransportationEnvironment

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone in Miami's Intracoastal Waterway to restrict boat traffic and protect people in a specific area of water. This rule helps prevent accidents and keep the waterway safe for both recreational and commercial vessels.

Key Points

  • 1A designated safety zone has been created in Miami's Intracoastal Waterway where boats may be restricted or prohibited from entering
  • 2The restriction is intended to protect people, property, and the environment in that specific waterway area
  • 3Boaters must follow new rules when operating near or in this safety zone to avoid fines and penalties
  • 4The Coast Guard will enforce these restrictions and monitor the waterway for compliance
  • 5This rule applies to recreational boaters, commercial vessels, and anyone else operating boats in the affected Miami waterway area

Impact Assessment

If you are a recreational or commercial vessel operator in Miami, this means you must avoid or navigate carefully through the designated safety zone in the Intracoastal Waterway to comply with traffic restrictions.

Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesConsumersSmall Businesses

Key Dates

Published

October 17, 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.