USCGFinal Rule

Safety Zone; Naval Salvage Operation, Apra Harbor, GU

TransportationEnvironment

Summary

The Coast Guard is creating a restricted safety zone in Apra Harbor, Guam for a naval ship salvage operation. This means certain areas of the harbor will be temporarily closed to boats and the public to protect people and property during the salvage work.

Key Points

  • 1A safety zone has been established in Apra Harbor, Guam to protect the public during a naval salvage operation
  • 2Boats and vessels are restricted from entering the designated safety zone while salvage work is underway
  • 3The restriction helps prevent accidents and injuries to the public and workers involved in the salvage operation
  • 4Violating the safety zone restriction could result in penalties or fines
  • 5The rule was published on September 16, 2025 by the U.S. Coast Guard

Impact Assessment

If you are a boat operator or recreational user of Apra Harbor, this means you will be temporarily restricted from accessing certain areas of the harbor during the naval salvage operation.

Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesConsumers

Key Dates

Published

September 16, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
33 CFR Part 1
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.