2,400 Swimmers Trigger a Six-Hour Controlled Zone in Sandusky Bay
Published Date: 6/25/2026
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Summary
On July 19, 2026, from 4 a.m. to 10 a.m., Sandusky Bay in Ohio will have a special rule to keep swimmers and boats safe during a big swim event with about 2,400 participants. Only people with permission can enter the area during this time, so boaters should plan ahead. This temporary change helps avoid accidents and keeps everyone happy and secure without costing anyone extra money.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Temporary Boating Closure for Swim Event
You may not enter, transit, anchor, or remain in the part of Sandusky Bay that extends 400 yards from shore between Jackson St. Pier and the Shelby Street Boat Launch on July 19, 2026, during the special local regulation. The rule is effective from 4 a.m. through 10 a.m. on July 19, 2026 (and the enforcement paragraph states enforcement from 4 a.m. through 11 a.m. on July 19, 2026); only persons or vessels authorized by the Captain of the Port Detroit or their designated representative may enter, and permission can be sought on VHF-FM channel 16. The swim event will include approximately 2,400 participants and 65 spectator craft.
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