USCGFinal Rule
Safety Zone; Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, Chicago, IL
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone along a section of the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal to protect people and vessels in the area. This regulation restricts certain activities and vessel traffic in the designated zone to prevent accidents and injuries.
Key Points
- 1The Coast Guard is creating a restricted area on the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal where certain water activities are limited or prohibited
- 2The safety zone is designed to protect both recreational boaters and commercial vessels from collisions and other hazards
- 3People violating the restrictions in this safety zone could face fines or other penalties
- 4The regulation specifies which types of boats and activities are allowed or banned in the designated area
- 5Local boaters and barge operators using the canal will need to follow the new rules when navigating through this section
Key Dates
Published
February 6, 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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