USCGFinal Rule
Safety Zone; La Quinta Ship Channel, Corpus Christi, TX
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone in the La Quinta Ship Channel near Corpus Christi, Texas to protect ships and people working in this busy waterway. This rule restricts certain activities and vessel movements in the designated area to prevent accidents and injuries.
Key Points
- 1A specific area of the La Quinta Ship Channel in Corpus Christi is now officially designated as a safety zone
- 2Boats and ships may face restrictions on where they can go and what activities are allowed in this zone
- 3The rule helps protect commercial shipping operations and workers in one of Texas's major ports
- 4Violations of the safety zone rules can result in fines and other penalties
- 5The Coast Guard will enforce these restrictions to maintain safe navigation in the channel
Key Dates
Published
January 12, 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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