01
Mar
Algiers Point is closed
Notification from: Louisiana Maritime Association Algiers Point is closed due to fog. Time of closure is 11:00 pm, today, March 1.
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01
Mar
Algiers Point is re-opened to all traffic
Algiers Point is now open to navigation.Time of Closure: 4:45 am, local, today, March 1.Time of Reopening: 11:30 am, local, today, March 1. Sincerely,Ronald W. Branch, CAPT. USCG (Ret.) PresidentLouisiana Maritime Association (LAMA) Ron.branch@louisianamaritime.org Desk: (504) 899-5535Cell: (330) 760-0786Website: The Watch Stander Due to…
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01
Mar
Algiers Point Open to Navigation
Notification from: Louisiana Maritime Association Algiers Point is now open to navigation. Time of opening is 11:30 am, local.
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01
Mar
SC 19-023: Blanket Delay in Departure Due to LMR Closure/Fog
SUBJECT: Blanket Delay in Departure Due to LMR Closure/Fog Southern Currents 19-023 Blanket Delay in Departure: The CBP Area Port Director has approved a blanket Delay in Departure for those vessels unable to depart the lower Mississippi River due to USCG Restrictions/fog. The blanket…
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01
Mar
NOBRA Revised/Updated High Water Restrictions
Attached is the revised High Water Restrictions from NOBRA. RevisionVessels anchoring in NOBRA’s AOR with a draft of 35’ or greater (changed from 30’) shall maintain a pilot on board while at anchor to insure the safety of the vessel.…
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01
Mar
Zen-Noh Grain Convent High Water Operations Update
Clarification from ZGC: “Good Morning Everyone, I am sorry for the confusion. Let me try this again. A pilot has to be escorted by a Zen-Noh Employee to the vessel. They are to go to the guard shack and remain…
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01
Mar
Zen-Noh Grain Convent High Water Operations Update
The following update was received from ZGC Convent: “When pilots arrive at the elevator, we need the agent to escort them to the vessel at this time. Safety is a concern here. Thank you for your understanding.” As a reminder, previous…
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01
Mar
Algiers Point Closed
Notification from: Louisiana Maritime Association Algiers Point is closed due to fog. Time of closure is 4:45 am, today.
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28
Feb
Change in NOBRA Restrictions
Notification from: Louisiana Maritime Association From NOBRA Pilots. Effective immediately the requirement to keep a pilot on board at anchor has been changed from 30 feet to 35 feet.
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28
Feb
Bonnet Carré Spillway Operation 22819
The Corps’ Mississippi Valley New Orleans (MVN) continued to open bays on the Bonnet Carré Spillway today (Thursday, February 28, 2019). The MVN opened 28 bays yesterday (as planned) in order to manage the maximum flow at New Orleans at…
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28
Feb
SC 19-022: Marine Division Early Closure at 4:00 PM Thursday and Friday
Due to parade traffic and congestion on Canal Street and throughout the CBP, the Marine Division in the Customhouse will close at 4:00 PM on Thursday 02.28.19 and Friday 03.01.19. Southern Currents 19-022 SUBJECT: Marine Division Early Closure at 4:00 PM Thursday and…
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28
Feb
Algiers Point Open To Traffic
Notification from: Louisiana Maritime Association Due to improved visibility Algiers Point is now open to navigation. Time of reopening is 9:00 am, today, February 28.
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28
Feb
Algiers Point Closed Due to Fog
Notification from: Louisiana Maritime Association Algiers Point is closed to navigation due to fog. Time of Closure is 6:50 am today, February 28.
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27
Feb
Bonnet Carré Spillway Operation Mississippi River Commission Members Update – February 22, 2019
The latest update issued to the Mississippi River Commission (MRC) as the Mississippi Valley Weather & River Report 2/22/2018 is attached. The Corps’ Mississippi Valley New Orleans (MVN) began opening bays on the BonnetCarré Spillway earlier today (Wednesday, February 27, 2019). …
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27
Feb
MSIB XIX-019: Temp Safety Zone MM 93-96, Mar 4, 2019
There will be a USCG Temporary Safety Zone as follows: When: Monday, March 4, 2019Time: 1800 – 1900 LocalWhere: MM 93.0 to 96.0, AHOP, LMRWhy: Fireworks associated with Lundi Gras events. All vessels are prohibited from entering the safety zone…
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27
Feb
NOBRA High Water Restrictions
Good Morning, Due to the river reaching 16’ at the Carrollton Gauge, the following restrictions will be in effect on the NOBRA Pilots’ route as of 1200 local today: MM 233.0AHP-MM 90.5AHP – southbound vessels will be daylight only…
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27
Feb
MSIB XIX-022: Baton Rouge 40′ and Rising Safety Advisory
The High Water Advisory for MM 167.5 to MM 254.5 AHP has been updated for the Baton Rouge Gauge at 40’ and Rising. Highlights:Ocean Going Vessel requirements, Baton Rouge Harbor (MM 225-234) 1. Ocean going vessels must use tug escorts…
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27
Feb
USDA Grain Inspections – Mardi Gras Schedule
From Federal Grain Inspection Service/GIPSA/USDA:—————————————Good Morning Ron, We will be working normal schedule through Mardi Gras; though in the past a couple of elevators have adjusted hours. We have not been advised of any reduced hours or closures as of this point. Thanks,Ken Kenneth…
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27
Feb
High Water Update: ExxonMobil Baton Rouge Dock Plan – 27FEB AM
See below for hold-in tug requirements and other high water provisions. Dock Plan Subject: ExxonMobil Baton Rouge Dock Plan – 27FEB AM Good Morning, HIGHWATER CURRENTLY 40.8FT AND RISING, CREST EXPECTED ON BRRF DOCK GAUGE 44.2FT AROUND 18MAR.HOLD-IN TUGS REQUIRED AS PER…
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27
Feb
Operations Suspended – Carville Styrenics Marine Dock Procedure for Low/High Water Stages
Service to ships and ocean-going barges has been suspended. See below for further information. Subject: RE: Marine Dock Procedure for Low/High Water Stages – February 21, 2019 The river stage as observed at Baton Rouge has now reached 40 ft. At this…
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