USCGFinal Rule
Safety Zone; Potomac River, District of Columbia
TransportationEnvironment
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone on the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. to protect people and vessels in specific areas of the river. This regulation restricts certain boating activities and establishes rules that boat operators must follow when in these designated zones.
Key Points
- 1The Coast Guard designated specific areas of the Potomac River as safety zones where boat traffic and activities are restricted or regulated
- 2Boat operators must follow special rules when entering these zones, which may include speed limits, registration requirements, or prohibitions on certain activities
- 3The rule aims to prevent accidents, protect public safety, and manage congestion on this busy section of the Potomac River
- 4Violations of the safety zone rules can result in fines or other penalties for boat operators who do not comply
- 5The regulation went into effect on February 13, 2025
Impact Assessment
If you operate a boat on the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., you must follow new restrictions in designated safety zones and may experience limited access to certain areas during specified times.
Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope
State-specific
Compliance Cost
Minimal
Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesConsumers
Key Dates
Published
February 13, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Authorized By
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.
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