Coast Guard Proposes Ditching Empty Chicago Boat Anchorages
Published Date: 6/13/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Coast Guard wants to officially close Anchorage D and E near Chicago Harbor because boats don’t use them anymore. This change affects boaters and businesses relying on these spots, but it won’t cost anyone money or cause delays. They’re asking for your thoughts before making it final, so now’s the time to speak up!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Chicago Anchorage D & E Closure
If you are a boater or a business that relied on Anchorage D (Chicago Harbor Lock South) or Anchorage E (Chicago Harbor Lock North) in Chicago, IL, the Coast Guard proposes to disestablish those two Federal anchorage areas. The Coast Guard says these anchorages are no longer used by commercial or recreational vessels and that the change will not cost anyone money or cause delays.
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