USCGFinal Rule

Safety Zone; Recurring Events in Captain of the Port Duluth Zone—Pointe to La Pointe Swim

Transportation

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone for a recurring swimming event called the Pointe to La Pointe Swim in the Duluth area. This means boats and other watercraft must follow specific rules when the swim takes place to protect swimmers from being hit by vessels.

Key Points

  • 1A designated safety zone has been created for the Pointe to La Pointe Swim event in the Captain of the Port Duluth jurisdiction
  • 2During the swim event, boats and watercraft will be restricted from entering certain water areas to prevent collisions with swimmers
  • 3This is a recurring event, meaning it happens regularly and these rules will apply each time the swim takes place
  • 4The Coast Guard will enforce the safety zone rules to protect both swimmers and boaters
  • 5Boaters need to be aware of when this event occurs and plan alternative routes or stay out of the restricted water area

Impact Assessment

If you operate a boat or watercraft in the Duluth area during the Pointe to La Pointe Swim event, you must follow specific safety zone rules and reduce speed or alter your route to avoid the swimming area.

Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesConsumers

Key Dates

Published

April 30, 2025

Regulatory Connections

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.