Coast Guard Sets Summer No-Go Zones for Detroit-Area Boaters
Published Date: 6/25/2026
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Summary
The Coast Guard is setting special rules for boaters during three big water events in Detroit and St. Clair this summer and early fall 2026. On July 10, July 26, and September 6, certain areas will be off-limits or controlled to keep everyone safe. If you want to enter these zones during the events, you’ll need permission and must follow Coast Guard instructions—no surprises, just smooth sailing!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Waterway access restricted on three event days
On July 10, 2026 (7:00–9:00 a.m.), July 26, 2026 (10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.), and September 6, 2026 (7:00–9:00 a.m.), certain regulated areas in the Captain of the Port Detroit zone will prohibit entry, transiting, or anchoring unless you get permission from the Coast Guard patrol commander (PATCOM). If you are allowed into the zone, you must follow all directions from the PATCOM or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign.
Coast Guard will broadcast notices; enforcement may be suspended
The Coast Guard will give advance public notices about these enforcement periods through Broadcast Notice to Mariners or Local Notice to Mariners. The Captain of the Port may also suspend enforcement for part or all of a stated period and will notify the public via Broadcast Notice to Mariners if that happens.
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