USCGFinal Rule

Safety Zone; Mission Bay Channel, San Diego, CA

TransportationEnvironment

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard is establishing a safety zone in Mission Bay Channel in San Diego, California to protect people and vessels in that waterway. This means certain areas of the channel will have restrictions on boat traffic and activities to prevent accidents and keep the water safer.

Key Points

  • 1A safety zone is being created in Mission Bay Channel where boat operators must follow special rules
  • 2The restriction limits where boats can go and what activities are allowed in the designated area
  • 3The Coast Guard enforces these rules to prevent collisions, injuries, and other water accidents
  • 4Boat operators in San Diego need to be aware of the new boundaries and follow posted warnings or markers
  • 5Violating the safety zone rules can result in fines or other penalties from the Coast Guard

Impact Assessment

If you operate a boat or use Mission Bay Channel in San Diego, you will need to follow new traffic restrictions in designated safety zones to comply with Coast Guard requirements.

Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesConsumers

Key Dates

Published

October 17, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
33 CFR Part 133 CFR Part 165

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.