Mariners are advised that beginning on May 14, 2019 and continuing through May 17, 2019, the Harvey Canal Sector Gate will be closed to navigation from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day due to necessary guidewall and gate repairs.…
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MSIB_Vol_XIX_Issue_031__Wilkinson_Point_43_and_Rising_Safety_Advisory.pdf The following VTS Measure has been established for Wilkinson Point: When the Baton Rouge gauge reads above 43’, a U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Measure is established in accordance with the Navigation Safety Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations Title…
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MSIB_Vol_XIX_Issue_032_-_High_Water_Safety_Advisory_Morgan_City-Port_Allen_ALT_Route.pdf As a result of the Bayou Sorrel river gauge reading 6.9 feet and rising, all mariners are advised not to enter the system from MM 37.6 to MM 45 of the Bayou Sorrel Waterway. The current vessels in the…
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MSIB_Vol_XIX_Issue_030__Bayou_Sorrel_High_Water_Advisory_6.5_feet_and_Rising.pdf As a result of the Bayou Sorrel river gauge reading 6.5 feet and rising, the COTP New Orleans has implemented an advisory with the following restrictions in accordance with the Waterways Action Plan Baton Rouge Annex: Bayou Sorrel Lock…
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The following VTS measure is in effect, and the attached MSIB supersedes MSIB Volume XIX Issue 028c. When the Baton Rouge gauge reads above 40′, a U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Measure is established in accordance with the…
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MSIB_Vol_XIX_Issue_029_Krotz_Springs_Railroad_Bridge_Repair.pdf Krotz Springs Railroad Bridge Repair, Atchafalaya River at Mile Marker 41.5 Due to a marine casualty, which took place on 25 April 2019, the Krotz Springs Railroad Bridge swing span is inoperable. Permanent repairs are being conducted on the…
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HIGH WATER SAFETY ADVISORY: VTS Measure at MM 167.5 to MM 254.5 AHP LMR (ABOVE 40′) MSIB Vol XIX Issue 028c High Water Safety Advisory Baton Rouge MM 1675 to MM 2545 Above 40 Feet.pdf When the Baton Rouge gauge…
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Highlights for Ocean-Going Vessels include:Ocean Going Vessel requirements, Baton Rouge Harbor (MM 225-234) Ocean going vessels must use tug escorts with adequate horsepower alongside while transiting upbound past the I-10 Bridge to dock, as well as departing the dock and…
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Coast Guard Sector New Orleans has issued an updated MSIB with the following Towing Vessel Safety Precautions During High Water. After further consultation and clarification with industry, this Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XIX Issue 027, dated 27 Mar…
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Agents,Please share this MSIB with all vessel Masters. Load-Limiting programs are causing power interruptions on vessels while transiting the high river conditions. These programs must be over-ridden.RWB Sincerely,Ronald W. Branch, CAPT. USCG (Ret.) PresidentLouisiana Maritime Association (LAMA) Ron.branch@louisianamaritime.org Desk: (504) 899-5535Cell: (330) 760-0786Website: The…
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An updated High Water Safety Advisory has been issued.Highlights/Summary of Ocean Going Vessel Requirements:Ocean Going Vessel requirements, Baton Rouge Harbor (MM 225-234) Ocean going vessels must use tug escorts with adequate horsepower alongside while transiting upbound past the I-10 Bridge to…
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The USCG COTP has issued the “Vessel Safety Advisory During Restricted Visibility” MSIB. It reads as follows:Over the past couple months there have been several incidents where reduced visibility has been identified as a casual factor. The Captain of the Port New Orleans expects all mariners to use extra caution and consideration when transiting in or near an area of restricted visibility (i.e. fog, sleet, heavy rains, squalls). Appoint adequate watch personnel to include additional “look-out” positions at different locations on the ship. More than the standard watch compliment may be needed to maintain a proper lookout in accordance with COLREG Rule 5 (33 CFR 83.05). Reduce speed of the vessel depending on visibility and exercise due regard to maneuvering and stopping distance of the vessel at any particular speed in accordance with COLREG Rule 6 (33 CFR 83.06). All vessels in or near areas of restricted visibility shall navigate and maneuver in accordance COLREG Rule 19 (33 CFR 83.19). Ensure navigation equipment, including lights, radars, and fog signal, are working properly prior to getting underway and at all times while underway. While underway in or near restricted visibility, it is important that the master is on the bridge. If not, The Officer in Charge of the Navigation Watch must inform the master of deteriorating visibility. Stop other activities or operations that are not essential to the safe navigation of the vessel. Remove unnecessary noise and distractions from the bridge watch, such as personal cell phone use, music, and television. Check and maintain water-tight integrity of the vessel while operating in or near areas of restricted visibility. Monitor appropriate bridge-to-bridge radio communications frequencies at all times. Maintain detailed navigation log entries including vessel’s position, speed, and condition of visibility. …
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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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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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Highlights for Ocean-Going Vessels: Ocean Going Vessel requirements, Baton Rouge Harbor MM 225-234: Ocean going vessels must use tug escorts with adequate horsepower alongside while transiting upbound past the I-10 Bridge to dock, as well as departing the dock and…
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This MSIB includes the following: Until further notice, vessel-to-vessel cargo transfers are prohibited unless specifically approved in advance by the Captain of the Port (COTP). This temporary VTS Measure restricts the cargo transfers authorized in designated anchorages as noted 33…
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This Measure is needed to protect persons and vessels from the potential safety hazards associated with U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) opening the Bonnet Carre Spillway on or about February 28, 2019.Effective at 0700 on February 26, 2019,…
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The full MSIB is provided below. Here are the requirements for Ocean-Going Vessels:Ocean Going Vessel requirements, Baton Rouge Harbor (MM 225-234): 1. Ocean going vessels must use tug escorts with adequate horsepower alongside while transitingupbound past the I-10 Bridge to…
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The USCG COTP has issued the following: Vessel warping during high water may create a hazardous condition and significantly increase the potential risk of a marine casualty. Captain of the Port New Orleans expects vessels, facilities, and vessel agents planning…
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The Lower Mississippi River (LMR) is open to all vessel traffic. The Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Measure closing the LMR from Mile Marker (MM) 15 Above Head of Passes (AHP) to MM 18 AHP due to a capsized vessel is…
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