USCGFinal Rule
Safety Zone; Beltway 8 Bridge Construction, Houston Ship Channel, Houston, TX
Transportation
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has created a restricted water zone around the Beltway 8 Bridge construction site on the Houston Ship Channel to protect boats and workers during construction. Ships and boats will need to follow new rules when passing through this area to ensure everyone's safety.
Key Points
- 1A safety zone has been established around the Beltway 8 Bridge construction project on the Houston Ship Channel in Houston, Texas
- 2Boat operators must follow Coast Guard instructions and reduced speed limits when traveling through the construction area
- 3The restriction helps prevent accidents between construction equipment, workers, and passing vessels in this busy shipping channel
- 4Commercial ships, recreational boaters, and other watercraft are affected by these new navigation rules
- 5The safety zone will remain in effect during active bridge construction and will be removed once the project is completed
Key Dates
Published
December 29, 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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