MSIB XX-018 Mariners are advised that pipeline operations are currently taking place on the Right Descending Bank (RDB) at Mile Marker (MM) 49.5, Lower Mississippi River, Above Head of Pass (AHP). Mariners are advised to utilize caution when transiting the…
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MSIB XX-017 HIGH WATER SAFETY ADVISORY: VTS Measure at Wilkinson Point (35′ and Rising) When the Baton Rouge gauge reads above 35′, a U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Measure is established in accordance with the Navigation Safety Regulations,…
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MSIB XX-015 HIGH WATER SAFETY ADVISORY: VTS Measure at MM 167.5 to MM 234 AHP LMR (ABOVE 35′) When the Baton Rouge gauge reads above 35′, a U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Measure is established in accordance with…
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MSIB XX-011 Waterways Status – Temporary Safety Zone MM 94 – 95 AHP LMR The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port New Orleans, under the authority of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act, will enforce a temporary safety zone…
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MSIB Vol.XX Issue 013 Revetment Operations January 13-20 will conducted as follows: Location: MM 172.5, RDB, AHP, LMR Days: Monday, January 13th through 17th, 2020 Time: Daily, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Restrictions: All vessels (except as described below) are…
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The LMR reached 12 feet on the Carrollton Gauge January 12, 2020. The NOBRA Pilots have implemented daylight only mooring restrictions. Click here for NOBRA restrictions. Click here for a listing of facilities that use boats to handle lines. Note that…
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The LMR reached 12 feet on the Carrollton Gauge January 12, 2020. The Crescent Pilots have implemented daylight only mooring restrictions. Click here for Crescent Pilot restrictions. Click here for a listing of facilities that use boats to handle lines. Note…
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MSIB Vol XX Issue 010 HIGH WATER SAFETY ADVISORY: MM 219 to MM 240 AHP LMR (30′ and rising) As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 30′ and predicted to rise, the Captain of the Port of New…
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http://online.louisianamaritime.org/Files/publicFileStore/MSIB/MSIB_Vol_XX_Issue_002%20College_football_playoffs_event.pdf Waterways Status – College Football Playoffs Events – NEW ORLEANS, LA The College Football National Championship game will be held in New Orleans, LA on January 13, 2020. Leading up to the game, multiple events will be taking place…
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http://online.louisianamaritime.org/Files/publicFileStore/MSIB/MSIB_Vol_XX_Issue_003_-_Security_Posture.pdf The Captain of the Port (COTP) New Orleans wishes to remind Federal, State, local, and private sector partners of our shared responsibilities to preserve the Marine Transportation System (MTS), while protecting the people and communities who live near and…
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The Department of Homeland Security has release a National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin. A NTAS ‘Bulletin’ describes current developments or general trends regarding threats of terrorism. Summary: Iran has been designated a “State Sponsor of Terrorism” since 1984. Iran’s…
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The attached tariff for the Associated Branch Pilots will go into effect tomorrow, January 1, 2020. Changes include: Pilot Fees Charge Per Foot – $66.68 down from $67.31 Minimum Charge – $1,333.60 down from $1,346.19 Tonnage Fees 2019 – $262.43…
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CBP New Orleans has issued a Southern Currents notice identifying department closures that are scheduled for Federal holidays in 2020. See below and attached for details. SUBJECT: 2020 Federal Holidays for the Area Port of New Orleans Southern Currents 20-011.pdf…
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The CRPPA 2020 Tariff is attached. The first quarter Pension rate will be 24.55 Mills. Information from the other pilot groups will be shared upon receipt. To Our Valued Customers and Agents: Please find enclosed the new tariff for…
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The USCG has issued a safety advisory for revetment operations at MM 219. Date of Operations: 26-27 December 2019 Time of Operations: Daily from 0600 to 1900 Hours Location: LMR, MM 219.0, RDB Safety Advisory Zone: MM 218.5 to MM…
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There will be a USCG Temporary Safety Zone as follows: When: Tuesday, December 31, 2019-Wednesday, January 1, 2020 Time: 2330 – 0030 Local At: MM 229.5-MM230.5, AHP Why: New Years Eve Fireworks Display All vessels…
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CBP New Orleans has issued a blanket day in departure due to recent and ongoing fog closures. See the attached Southern Currents for documentation. SUBJECT: Extended Blanket Delay in Departure Due to Daily LMR Closures – Dense Fog Conditions Southern…
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The night time restrictions have been modified . Effective immediately the restricted area is mile 192 up to mile 235.Hopefully this will help with the revetment work at Mile 172. Feel free to call if you have questions.
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The BAR Pilots have adjusted their tariff to reflect a change in the number of pilots. The LAMA Pilot Calculator has been adjusted. TARIFF Effective December 01, 2019 2019 12 01 TARIFF.pdf The said Associated Branch Pilots of the Port…
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LMR is OPEN to navigation. The additional following notices are in effect: USCG – Salvage Operations MM-154.2. Vessels pass with caution. (Click here) Posted Oct 29, 2019. USCG – Revetment Schedule and Transit Restrictions, MM 172.5 & MM 58.9 (Click here)…
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