Coast Guard Guards Swimmers in Virginia River Race
Published Date: 4/7/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Coast Guard wants to set up a special safety zone on the East River in Mathews, VA, during the annual Wharf to Wharf Swim. Boats and people can’t enter this area unless they get permission from the Coast Guard. This helps keep everyone safe during the event and might mean some waterway users need to plan ahead or find alternate routes.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
East River Swim: No Entry Without Permission
The Coast Guard proposes a special safety zone on the East River in Mathews, VA during the annual "Wharf to Wharf Swim." Persons and vessels may not enter the regulated area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Virginia or a designated representative, so boaters and other waterway users will need to plan ahead or use alternate routes during the event.
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