SC 24-018 We are pleased to announce the selection of Mark Choina as the Assistant Director, Field Operations-Border Security and Trade, New Orleans Field Office, effective February 25, 2024. In his new role, Mr. Choina will oversee Border Security and…
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MSIB XXIV-017 1. As a result of the Baton Rouge river gauge expected to reach 25’ and continue to fall, the COTP New Orleans has cancelled all requirements contained in MSIB Volume XXIV, Issue 014. This Marine Safety Information Bulletin…
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MSIB XXIV-016 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XXIV, Issue 009 “Carrollton Gauge at 8 Feet and Rising”. The Carrollton Gauge reads below 9 feet and falling, the following measures are no longer in effect: 1. As per 33…
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MSIB XXIV-015 The US Army Corps of Engineers is rebuilding the South Pass Jetties, both east and west. Construction is scheduled for completion in March 2024. This project will raise the jetties such that both are visible above the waterline.…
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MSIB XXIV-014 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge expected to reach 28’ and continue to fall, the COTP of New Orleans has issued a Safety Advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile 219…
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MSIB XXIV-011 1. This Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) supersedes MSIB Volume XXIV Issue 011. 2. The planned Army Corps of Engineers’ subaqueous stone placement operations have been completed at LMR MM 249 AHP along the right descending bank. The…
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MSIB XXIV-012 1. As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge expected to reach 28’ and continue to rise, the COTP of New Orleans has issued a Safety Advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile 219…
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MSIB XXIV-011 The Captain of the Port New Orleans is issuing a safety advisory for the waters of the Lower Mississippi River at Mile Marker (MM) 249 Above Head of Passes (AHP). This advisory is needed to protect persons and…
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UPDATE 05/21/24: Repair operations will be conducted Monday through Saturday until completion on May 24, 2024. UPDATE 05/10/24: Repair operations will be conducted Monday through Saturday until completion on May 22, 2024. UPDATE 04/22/24: Repair operations are expected to be…
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MSIB XXIV-009 CARROLLTON GAUGE AT 8 FEET AND RISING The Carrollton Gauge reads 8 feet and rising, the following operating requirements are in effect: 1. As per 33 CFR 161.65, the Governor Nicholls traffic light, Gretna Harbor traffic light, and…
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MSIB XXIV-007 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge expected to reach 25’ and continue to rise, the COTP of New Orleans has issued a Safety Advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile 219…
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) continues active channel maintenance dredging operations on the Mississippi River Ship Channel (MRSC) in Southwest Pass. There is one cutterhead dredge contract working in Southwest Pass and the USACE hopper dredge WHEELER continues…
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USACE Navigation Bulletin 24-09 Mariners are advised that beginning on January 30, 2024 and continuing through February 6, 2024, Creole Chief Inc. is conducting core sample drilling near MM 84.4 RDB, LMR. Hours of operations are 7 a.m. to 7…
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SC 24-015 Saturday and Sunday February 3-4, 2024 Saturday and Sunday February 10-11, 2024 Tuesday February 13, 2024 On the dates listed above, CBP offices located on the Customhouse first floor, 423 Canal Street, Suite 186, will temporarily relocate due…
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SC 24-016 The Area Port Director’s office and associated staff, along with the Entry, FP&F, Vessel Repair, and Import Specialist Units will be closed on the days listed below in observance of the respective federal holidays: New Year’s Day …
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MSIB XXIV-006 Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Lower Mississippi River, in accordance with the Navigation Safety Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations Title 33, Subpart 161.11, will establish a series of VTS measures for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River from…
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MSIB XXIV-005 This replaces MSIB Volume XX, Issue 016: UAS and MTSA Facility Reporting Process. This Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) updates the UAS reporting process detailed in MSIB Vol XX, Issue 016 and expands UAS reporting to include the…
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MSIB XXIV-004 The Coast Guard issued a final rule on April 1, 2019, “Seafarers Access to Maritime Facilities” requiring owners or operators of a maritime facility regulated by the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (MTSA) to implement a system…
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SC 24-014 Beginning January 16, 2024, vessel agents will have the ability to make credit card payments for maritime fees to include vessel entrance and clearance fees. After the vessel entrance has been approved, the vessel agent will receive an…
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The NOBRA Pilots 2024 Tariff is available HERE
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