USCGFinal Rule
Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Inside Thorofare, Ventnor City, New Jersey
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has updated rules for how and when a drawbridge in Ventnor City, New Jersey must open and close to let boats pass through. These rules affect boat captains, local traffic, and residents by setting specific times and procedures for bridge operations.
Key Points
- 1The Coast Guard is establishing new operating procedures for the drawbridge located in the Inside Thorofare waterway in Ventnor City, New Jersey
- 2The regulation specifies when the bridge must open to allow boats to pass and when it can remain closed for vehicle traffic
- 3Boat captains will need to follow updated signal procedures and timing requirements to request bridge openings
- 4The rules balance the needs of both water traffic (boats) and land traffic (cars and trucks crossing the bridge)
- 5These changes went into effect on January 26, 2026, and all users of the bridge must comply with the new regulations
Key Dates
Published
January 26, 2026
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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