No Boats Near Bridge: Coast Guard Guards Swimmers' Splash
Published Date: 5/1/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Coast Guard wants to create a temporary safety zone around the Mackinac Bridge in Mackinaw City to keep swimmers, boats, and the environment safe during a special event. No one can enter this 100-yard zone without permission, helping prevent accidents. This rule affects boaters and swimmers and is open for public comments before it kicks in.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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100‑Yard Safety Zone at Mackinac Bridge
The Coast Guard proposes a temporary safety zone for navigable waters within a 100-yard radius of the center span of the Mackinac Bridge in Mackinaw City, MI. Persons and vessels may not enter the 100-yard zone unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Sector Northern Great Lakes or a designated representative. The rule is aimed at protecting swimmers, vessels, and the marine environment and is open for public comment as a proposed rule.
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