MSIB XXIII-032 The 2023 Hurricane Season commences June 1st and continues through November 30th. You are strongly encouraged to review your existing hurricane plan or develop a plan if you do not have one. It is extremely important to decide…

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MSIB XXIII-030 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XXIII, Issue 029 “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 The Carrollton Gauge reads below 9 feet and falling, the following measures are no longer in effect: 1. In accordance with…

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MSIB XXIII-029 The Carrollton Gauge reads 8 feet and rising, the following operating requirements are in effect: 1. In accordance with 33 CFR 161.65, the Governor Nicholls Harbor Traffic Control Light 94, the Gretna Harbor Traffic Control Light 97 and…

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MSIB XXIII-028 1. This Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) supersedes MSIB Volume XXIII, Issue 026. 2. Mariners are advised that the Bayou Pigeon swing bridge has been reopened to marine traffic. 3. For further information, contact the following: Coast Guard…

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MSIB XXIII-027 The Captain of the Port New Orleans is issuing a safety advisory for the waters of the Port Allen – Morgan City Alternate Route at mile marker 64.3. Mariners are advised that the Union Pacific Railroad bridge will…

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MSIB XXIII-026 UPDATE 1 The Captain of the Port New Orleans is issuing a safety advisory for the waters of the Port Allen – Morgan City Alternate Route at mile marker 41.5. Mariners are advised that the Bayou Pigeon swing…

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MSIB XXIII-025 1. As a result of the Baton Rouge river gauge reading 25.5 feet and falling, in accordance with the Waterways Action Plan Baton Rouge Annex: A. The COTP New Orleans has cancelled all requirements contained in MSIB Volume…

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MSIB XXIII-024 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XXIII, Issue 021 “Carrollton Gauge at 12 Feet and Falling”. The Carrollton Gauge reads 9 feet and falling, the following measures are no longer in effect: 1. In accordance with 33…

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MSIB XXIII-023 1. As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 30’ and falling, the COTP New Orleans has issued a Safety Advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile 219 to Mile 229 and…

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MSIB XXIII-022 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 VTS measure for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River from Mile Marker…

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MSIB XXIII-020 The Carrollton Gauge reads below 12 feet and falling, the following operating requirements are no longer in effect: 1. For barge fleets located between MM 88 and MM 240 AHP, additional high-water requirements are found in 33 CFR…

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MSIB XXIII-019 The Carrollton Gauge reads 12 feet and rising, the following operating requirements are in effect: For barge fleets located between MM 88 and MM 240 AHP, additional high-water requirements are found in 33 CFR 165.803(m). For all other…

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MSIB XXIII-018 The French Quarter Festival will be held in New Orleans, LA beginning on April 13, 2023 and lasting through April 16, 2023. As part of the celebrations, multiple events will be taking place on or adjacent to the…

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MSIB XXIII-016 When the Carrollton Gauge reads 12 feet and rising, the following operating requirements will be in effect:  For barge fleets located between MM 88 and MM 240 AHP, additional high-water requirements are found in 33 CFR 165.803(m).  For…

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MSIB XXIII-014 1. As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 28’ and rising, the COTP New Orleans has issued a Safety Advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile 219 to Mile 229 and…

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MSIB XXIII-013 As a result of the Bayou Sorrel river gauge reading 5 feet and below, in accordance with the Waterways Action Plan Baton Rouge Annex: A. The COTP New Orleans has cancelled all requirements including restrictions requiring all mariners to…

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