USCGFinal Rule

Safety Zone; San Jacinto River, Houston, TX

TransportationEnvironment

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone on the San Jacinto River in Houston, Texas to protect people and vessels in a specific area of the river. This means boats and people must follow special rules when in this designated zone to prevent accidents and keep the waterway safe.

Key Points

  • 1A safety zone has been created on the San Jacinto River in Houston, restricting how boats and people can use a specific section of the river
  • 2Vessels and individuals entering the safety zone must follow Coast Guard rules and may need permission to enter
  • 3The regulation is designed to prevent accidents, collisions, and other hazards involving boats and people on the water
  • 4Local boaters, recreational users, and commercial river traffic in Houston will need to be aware of the zone boundaries and restrictions
  • 5Violating the safety zone rules can result in penalties and fines

Impact Assessment

If you operate a vessel or recreation boat on the San Jacinto River in Houston, you must follow special safety rules and restrictions in the designated zone to avoid accidents and penalties.

Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesConsumers

Key Dates

Published

October 17, 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.