Coast Guard Blocks Rochester River for Harborfest Ski Show
Published Date: 6/5/2026
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Summary
On June 20, 2026, the Coast Guard will temporarily block off part of the Genesee River in Rochester, NY, for a thrilling Harborfest Water Ski Show. Boats and people can’t enter the area from 11:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. unless they get special permission. This keeps everyone safe during the high-speed water fun without costing anyone a dime!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
One-day no-entry zone on Genesee River
On June 20, 2026, the Coast Guard closes a defined area of the Genesee River in Rochester, NY from 11:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All non-participants (persons and vessels) are prohibited from entering, transiting through, anchoring in, or remaining in the regulated area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port or a designated representative. The regulated area is defined by specific coordinates (beginning at 43°15'24.98" N, 077°36'18.94" W) and covers water from surface to bottom.
No-wake speed required nearby
Vessels transiting around the special regulated area on June 20, 2026 must operate at a no-wake speed in a manner that will not endanger event participants or other craft. This no-wake requirement applies for the enforcement period from 11:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Registered participants permitted inside zone
People and vessels registered with the event sponsor as participants are defined as 'participants' and are not subject to the non-participant prohibition. Those seeking to enter the regulated area who are not participants must obtain permission from the Captain of the Port or a designated representative via VHF-FM channel 16 or telephone at (888) 230-4703.
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