MSIB XXIV-046 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) supersedes MSIB Volume XXIV Issue 042. The Bayou Sorrel Bridge has been repaired and is open to marine traffic. For on scene information, Mariners may contact the Bayou Sorrel Bridge via landline…
Read MoreMSIB XXIV-045 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) supersedes MSIB Volume XXIV Issue 043. The Melville Vertical Lift Bridge has been repaired and is open to marine traffic. For on scene information, Mariners may contact the Melville Vertical Lift Bridge…
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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 XXI-076 1. As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 12 feet and below, the COTP New Orleans has issued a Safety Advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile 167.5 Above Head of…
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MSIB XX-077 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 30′ and predicted to fall, 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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When the Baton Rouge gauge reads 37′ and falling, a U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Measure is established in accordance with the Navigation Safety Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations Title 33, Subpart 161.11, for Wilkinson Point, Lower Mississippi…
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When the Baton Rouge gauge reads 38′ and falling. a U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Measure is established in accordance with the Navigation Safety Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations Title 33, Subpart 161.11, for Wilkinson Point, Lower Mississippi…
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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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As a result of rapidly decreasing water levels after an extended high water, the COTP New Orleans has issued the attached Safety Advisory for all waters of Lower Mississippi River. Mariners are advised of the increased possibility of shoaling in…
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As a reminder, the US Army Corps of Engineers is concerned with recent traffic in the area disrupting operations by throwing large wakes while passing. Please exercise caution while transiting the area and be mindful of the following safety advisory: …
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The USCG COTP New Orleans has set a “One-Way Traffic” restriction effective immediately as follows: Where: MM 135.2 to MM 137.2, AHOP Time: 0600 to 1800 Daily Dates: August 6 to 26, 2019 (Subject to Change) Why: …
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The USCG has issued an MSIB for the LMR MM 221 to MM 240 (Baton Rouge Gauge @ 35’ and Falling). This MSIB addresses towing vessels operating in the vicinity of Port Allen Lock and Wilkinson Point. The full MSIB…
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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 Marker (MM)…
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