USCGFinal Rule

Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Okeechobee Waterway, Stuart, FL; Extension of Deviation

Transportation

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard is extending a temporary change to how a drawbridge in Stuart, Florida operates on the Okeechobee Waterway. This adjustment affects boat traffic in the area by modifying when and how the bridge opens to let boats pass through.

Key Points

  • 1A drawbridge in Stuart, Florida will continue operating under modified rules that were supposed to be temporary
  • 2The change affects when the bridge opens for boats traveling on the Okeechobee Waterway, a major water route in Florida
  • 3This extension was granted because the original temporary rules proved necessary to continue
  • 4Boat captains and ship operators using this waterway need to be aware of the modified bridge schedule
  • 5The Coast Guard oversees drawbridge operations and safety on navigable waterways

Key Dates

Published

May 19, 2025

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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