USCGProposed Rule

Safety Zone; Ohio River MM 469.5–470.5 and Licking River MM 0.0 to 0.3, Cincinnati, OH

TransportationEnvironment

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard is proposing to create a safety zone in Cincinnati, Ohio along a 1-mile stretch of the Ohio River and a small section of the Licking River. This restricted area would control boat traffic and activities to protect people and property in these waterways.

Key Points

  • 1A safety zone would be established from mile marker 469.5 to 470.5 on the Ohio River and from mile marker 0.0 to 0.3 on the Licking River near Cincinnati
  • 2The Coast Guard is still taking public comments on this proposal until July 1, 2025 before making a final decision
  • 3Once approved, the safety zone would restrict certain boat activities and vessel operations in the designated areas to reduce risks
  • 4This regulation affects recreational boaters, commercial shipping operators, and others who use these river sections
  • 5The public can submit feedback about this proposal through the federal docket system (USCG-2025-0355)

Impact Assessment

If you are a transportation company or recreational boater, this means you will need to follow new restrictions on vessel traffic and activities in a 1-mile stretch of the Ohio River and adjacent Licking River section in Cincinnati.

Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesHomeownersConsumers

Key Dates

Published

May 29, 2025

Comment Deadline

July 1, 2025

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