USCGFinal Rule

Safety Zone; Little Potato Slough, Stockton, CA

TransportationEnvironment

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard has created a safety zone in Little Potato Slough near Stockton, California to protect people and vessels in that area of waterway. This designation restricts certain activities and requires boats to follow specific rules when operating in this zone.

Key Points

  • 1A safety zone has been established in Little Potato Slough in Stockton, CA to regulate boat traffic and protect public safety in that waterway
  • 2The rule likely restricts or controls vessel speeds, anchoring, or other activities within the designated safety zone area
  • 3Boat operators and waterway users in the Stockton area must follow new rules when entering or operating in Little Potato Slough
  • 4The Coast Guard enforces the safety zone and can issue citations to those who violate the regulations
  • 5The rule took effect in July 2025 and applies to all vessels and waterway activities in the designated area

Impact Assessment

If you operate a boat in Little Potato Slough near Stockton, California, you must follow specific navigation rules and may be restricted from certain activities in the designated safety zone.

Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesWorkers/Laborers

Key Dates

Published

July 16, 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.