USCGFinal Rule

Safety Zone; Ohio River MM 31–32, Industry, PA

TransportationEnvironment

Summary

The Coast Guard is creating a restricted water zone on the Ohio River near Industry, Pennsylvania to protect public safety during specific activities or operations in that area. Boats and people will need to follow special rules when in this zone, and the public has until late July 2025 to comment on this proposal.

Key Points

  • 1A new safety zone is being proposed for a specific 1-mile stretch of the Ohio River (between mile markers 31-32) near Industry, Pennsylvania
  • 2The restricted area will limit boat traffic and require compliance with Coast Guard rules to prevent accidents or protect ongoing activities
  • 3This rule affects recreational boaters, barge operators, and anyone using the river in that location
  • 4The public can submit comments about this proposal until July 24, 2025
  • 5The Coast Guard will review feedback before making the safety zone official

Impact Assessment

If you operate a boat or vessel on the Ohio River near Industry, Pennsylvania, you will need to follow special navigation rules and restrictions in the designated safety zone during specified activities.

Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesWorkers/LaborersConsumers

Key Dates

Published

June 23, 2025

Comment Deadline

July 24, 2025

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Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
33 CFR Part 1

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