USCGFinal Rule
Special Local Regulation; New Orleans Offshore Grand Prix; Lake Pontchartrain, New Orleans, LA
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard is creating special safety rules for a boat racing event called the Grand Prix that will take place on Lake Pontchartrain near New Orleans. These rules will control water traffic and establish restricted zones during the race to protect both the racers and other people using the lake.
Key Points
- 1A new offshore boat racing event (Grand Prix) will be held on Lake Pontchartrain in New Orleans
- 2The Coast Guard is setting up restricted water zones where only authorized race participants can operate boats during the event
- 3Other boaters and the public will be excluded from the racing area for safety reasons during the event
- 4The regulation includes specific rules about where boats can and cannot go to prevent collisions and accidents
- 5This local rule applies only to Lake Pontchartrain during the scheduled Grand Prix event
Key Dates
Published
June 17, 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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