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Code of Federal Regulations Title 33. Navigation and Navigable Waters § 33.165.502 Safety and Security Zone;  Cove Point Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal, Chesapeake Bay, Maryland

Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) Location. The following area is a safety and security zone:  All waters of the Chesapeake Bay, from surface to bottom, encompassed by lines connecting the following points, beginning at 38°24'27” N, 76°23'42” W, thence to 38°24'44” N, 76°23'11” W, thence to 38°23'55” N, 76°22'27” W, thence to 38°23'37” N, 76°22'58” W, thence to beginning at 38°24'27” N, 76°23'42” W. These coordinates are based upon North American Datum (NAD) 1983. This area is 500 yards in all directions from the Cove Point LNG terminal structure.

(b) Regulations.

(1) In accordance with the general regulations in §§ 165.23 and 165.33 of this part, entry into or movement within this zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Coast Guard Captain of the Port, Maryland–National Capital Region or his designated representative. Designated representatives include any Coast Guard commissioned, warrant, or petty officer.

(2) Persons desiring to transit the area of the zone may contact the Captain of the Port at telephone number (410) 576–2693 or via VHF Marine Band Radio Channel 16 (156.8 MHz) to seek permission to transit the area. If permission is granted, all persons and vessels must comply with the instructions of the Captain of the Port or his designated representative.

(c) Enforcement. The U.S. Coast Guard may be assisted in the patrol and enforcement of the zone by Federal, State, local, and private agencies.

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