Coast Guard Cordon Off Slough for Sunken Ship Salvage
Published Date: 7/16/2025
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Summary
The Coast Guard is setting up a temporary safety zone around the vessel CHALEUR in Little Potato Slough near Stockton, CA. This zone keeps people and boats safe during salvage work by blocking unauthorized entry within 100 yards. If you’re boating nearby, watch for restrictions until the work wraps up—no fees, just safety first!
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100‑Yard Safety Zone Near Stockton
If you are boating in Little Potato Slough near Stockton, CA, you may not enter the temporary 100‑yard radius around the vessel CHALEUR while salvage operations are underway. Entry of vessels or people into that zone is prohibited unless the Captain of the Port, Sector San Francisco specifically authorizes it.
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