Coast Guard Blocks Bay for July 4 Fireworks Show
Published Date: 7/1/2026
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Summary
On July 4, 2026, from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m., the Coast Guard will block off a part of Grand Traverse Bay near Traverse City, MI, to keep everyone safe during a fireworks and air show. Boats and people can’t enter this zone unless they get special permission. This temporary safety zone helps protect folks, vessels, and the environment without causing any fees or long-term changes.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
One-hour safety zone blocks Bay access
On July 4, 2026, from 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., the Coast Guard will establish a safety zone in the West Arm of Grand Traverse Bay (a box bounded by coordinates beginning at 44°46'25.16" N, 085°37'31.68" W and the other three listed points, with the fireworks barge at 44°46.286' N, 085°37.382' W). Boats and people may not enter that zone during that hour unless the Captain of the Port or their designated representative specifically authorizes entry.
No new fees or paperwork for the safety zone
The rule is temporary and will be enforced only July 4, 2026, from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m.; it does not create new fees, does not add a new collection of information under the Paperwork Reduction Act, and the Coast Guard certified it will not cause annual expenditures of $100,000,000 or more by governments or the private sector.
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