Coast Guard Temporarily Locks Down River for Dredge Pipeline Safety
Published Date: 9/15/2026
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Summary
The Coast Guard is setting up a temporary safety zone on the Calcasieu River Channel near Lake Charles, LA, from September 15 to October 31, 2026. This zone keeps boats and people safe during the installation and removal of a submerged dredge pipeline, blocking access unless you get special permission. The safety zone will be enforced for a few hours on two days, so boaters should plan ahead to avoid delays.
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Temporary Safety Zone on Calcasieu River
The Coast Guard created a temporary safety zone on the Calcasieu River Channel near the Cameron LNG turning basin effective September 11, 2026 through October 31, 2026. The zone will be enforced for four hours on each of two days during that period (the exact days and times will be announced by Broadcast Notice to Mariners); no vessel or person may enter during enforcement unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Port Arthur. To request permission, contact the COTP or designated representative on VHF-FM channel 13 or 16 or by phone at 337-912-0073.
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