Coast Guard Locks Down Delaware River for Dredging Safety
Published Date: 7/9/2025
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The Coast Guard is setting up three temporary safety zones on the Delaware River near Marcus Hook, PA, to keep boats away while dredging work happens. This keeps everyone safe and protects the environment. The zones will be off-limits to most vessels during the dredging, so boaters should plan ahead and watch for updates.
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Three Temporary Safety Zones Near Marcus Hook
The Coast Guard is establishing three temporary safety zones on the Delaware River near Marcus Hook, PA (Marcus Hook Range, Anchorage 7, and Anchorage 9 near the entrance to Mantua Creek). While maintenance dredging is underway, most vessels are prohibited from transiting or anchoring in those zones, and entry is forbidden unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port (COTP) or designated representatives. Boaters and vessel operators should plan route changes and monitor Coast Guard updates.
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