MSIB XXII-018 When the Carrollton Gauge reads 12 feet and rising, the following operating requirements will be in effect: 1. For all vessels operating in the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) below Mile Marker (MM) 233.9 Above Head of Passes (AHP),…
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As a result of the recent action taken by the USACE to deepen the Lower Mississippi River to a federal project depth of 50′, please note the following. The Associated Federal Pilots and Docking Masters of Louisiana recommend a maximum…
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MSIB XXII-017 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 30’ and predicted to rise, the Captain of the Port of New Orleans has issued a safety advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile…
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MSIB XXII-016 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 25′ and predicted to rise, the Captain of the Port of New Orleans has issued a safety advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile…
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MSIB XXII-015 MSIB XXII-015 Attachment, Midstream Transfer When the Carrollton Gauge reads 8 feet and rising, the following operating requirements will be in effect: 1. In accordance with 33 CFR 161.65, the Governor Nicholls Harbor Traffic Control Light 94, the…
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SC 22-008 Due to traffic congestion associated with Mardi Gras, Friday, February 25, 2022, and Monday, February 28, 2022, the Port Operations Desk, the Marine Division and Cargo Release units will close at 3:00 PM. As a reminder, the Marine…
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MSIB XXII-014 The Mardi Gras festivities will be held in New Orleans, LA beginning on February 25, 2022 and lasting through March 1, 2022. As part of the celebrations, multiple events will be taking place on or adjacent to the…
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MSIB XXII-013 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XXII, Issue 012 Carrollton Gauge at 8 Feet and Rising. The Carrollton Gauge reads below 9 feet and falling, the following measures are in effect: 1. In accordance with 33 Code…
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MSIB XXII-012 Midstream Transfer Form When the Carrollton Gauge reads 8 feet and rising, the following operating requirements will be in effect: 1. In accordance with 33 CFR 161.65, the Governor Nicholls Harbor Traffic Control Light 94, the Gretna Harbor…
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SC 22-007 Saturday and Sunday, February 19-20, 2022 Saturday and Sunday, February 26-27, 2022 Tuesday, March 1, 2022 On the dates listed above, the CBP offices located on the Customhouse first floor, 423 Canal Street, Suite 186, will temporarily relocate…
Read MoreUPDATE 2/14: As of today, February 14, 2022, all COVID restrictions on Valero dock operations have been rescinded. _____________ ORIGINAL POST: The following was received from Valero: “With the recent uptick in COVID cases, we have reinstated some more strict…
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“The New Orleans-Baton Rouge Steamship Pilots Association will begin accepting orders for ships with 48’ draft on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at 0000 hrs. These orders may be placed between Mile 90.05 AHP to Mile 175.0 AHP. We will also…
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Effective immediately, the Crescent River Pilots have increased their maximum recommended draft to 49’. Documentation here. Current Draft Information is as follows: PIlot Association Pilot area Maximum FW Draft Restrictions in Place Federal Pilots SWP to MM 233.5 AHOP 45’…
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MSIB XXII-010 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 16 feet and below, the COTP New Orleans has issued a Safety Advisory from Mile Marker (MM) 225 to MM 228.3, Lower Mississippi River (LMR). This advisory is effective…
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MSIB XXII-009 1. This Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) supersedes MSIB Volume XXII, Issue 06. 2. The COTP New Orleans has cancelled all requirements contained in MSIB Volume XXII, Issue 06. 3. For further information, contact the following: Coast Guard…
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MSIB XXII-008 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XXII, Issue 005 Carrollton Gauge at 8 Feet and Rising. When the Carrollton Gauge reads 9 feet and falling, the following measures will be in effect: 1. In accordance with 33…
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MSIB XXII-003 The Captain of the Port New Orleans is issuing a safety advisory for the waters of the Lower Mississippi River from Mile Marker (MM) 57.4 Above Head of Passes (AHP) to MM 59.4 AHP. This advisory is needed…
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MSIB XXII-007 Mariners are advised that the Bayou Sorrel bridge, located at MM 37.6 of the Port Allen – Morgan City Alternate Route, is experiencing limited functionality. Subject to repairs, the bridge will be opened manually. Permanent repairs are estimated…
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The BAR Pilot Tariff effective 01/12/2022 is here.
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MSIB XXI-005 MSIB XXI-005 attachment mid-stream transfer notice When the Carrollton Gauge reads 8 feet and rising, the following operating requirements will be in effect: In accordance with 33 CFR 161.65, the Governor Nicholls Harbor Traffic Control Light 94, the Gretna…
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