USCGFinal Rule

Safety Zone; St. Clair River, St. Clair, MI

TransportationEnvironment

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone in the St. Clair River near St. Clair, Michigan to protect people and vessels in that waterway. This regulation restricts certain activities in the designated area to prevent accidents and keep boaters safe.

Key Points

  • 1A specific section of the St. Clair River in St. Clair, Michigan is now off-limits or restricted for certain water activities
  • 2Boaters and vessel operators must follow new rules when traveling through or near this safety zone
  • 3The restriction helps prevent collisions, accidents, and other hazards on the river
  • 4Violating the safety zone rules can result in fines or penalties for boat operators
  • 5The regulation went into effect on January 23, 2026

Impact Assessment

If you are a boater or commercial vessel operator, this means you must avoid or navigate carefully through the designated safety zone on the St. Clair River near St. Clair, Michigan to comply with Coast Guard restrictions.

Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope

State-specific

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesConsumersWorkers/Laborers

Key Dates

Published

January 23, 2026

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.