USCGFinal Rule

Security Zone; Biscayne Bay, Biscayne Waterway, Indian Creek, Atlantic Ocean, Miami Beach, FL

TransportationEnvironment

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard is establishing a security zone in the Biscayne Bay area of Miami Beach, Florida that restricts access to certain waterways for safety and security purposes. This means the public will have limited access to parts of the bay, waterway, and nearby ocean during times when security measures are in effect.

Key Points

  • 1A security zone has been created covering Biscayne Bay, Biscayne Waterway, Indian Creek, and parts of the Atlantic Ocean near Miami Beach
  • 2People and vessels cannot enter the restricted areas without permission from the Coast Guard during active security operations
  • 3The regulation affects boaters, fishermen, swimmers, and other recreational water users in the Miami Beach area
  • 4Violations can result in fines and other penalties, so people need to follow posted warning signs and Coast Guard instructions
  • 5The Coast Guard will determine when the security zone is active and will communicate closures to the public

Key Dates

Published

October 21, 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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