USCGFinal Rule
Safety Zone; Ohio River; Mound City, Illinois
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone on the Ohio River near Mound City, Illinois to protect people and vessels in a specific area of the waterway. This regulation restricts boat traffic and activities in the designated zone to prevent accidents and ensure public safety.
Key Points
- 1A safety zone has been created on the Ohio River at Mound City, Illinois where boat traffic will be restricted or controlled
- 2The Coast Guard can enforce this rule to keep unauthorized vessels out of the designated area
- 3Boaters and river users in or near Mound City need to be aware of these restrictions and follow Coast Guard directions
- 4Violation of the safety zone rules could result in penalties or citations from Coast Guard enforcement
- 5The regulation went into effect in January 2026 and applies to all watercraft operating in that section of the Ohio River
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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