Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Hackensack River, Jersey City, NJ, Maintenance, 46010-46011 [E9-21561]

Download as PDF 46010 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 172 / Tuesday, September 8, 2009 / Rules and Regulations Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1. 2. Revise § 110.60(d)(10) to read as follows: ■ § 110.60 Captain of the Port, New York. * * * * * (d) * * * (10) Perth Amboy, NJ. All waters bound by the following points: 40°30′26.00″ N, 074°15′42.00″ W; thence to 40°30′24.29″ N, 074°15′35.20″ W; thence to 40°30′02.79″ N, 074°15′44.16″ W; thence to 40°29′35.70″ N, 074°16′08.88″ W; thence to 40°29′31.00″ N, 074°16′20.75″ W; thence to 40°29′47.26″ N, 074°16′49.82″ W; thence to 40°30′02.00″ N, 074°16′41.00″ W, thence along the shoreline to the point of origin. (i) This area is limited to vessels no greater than 20 meters in length and is primarily for use by recreational craft on a seasonal or transient basis. These regulations do not prohibit the placement of moorings within the anchorage area, but requests for the placement of moorings should be directed to the Raritan Yacht Club Fleet Captain (telephone 732–826–2277 or VHF Channel 9) to ensure compliance with local and State laws. All moorings shall be so placed that no vessel, when anchored, will at any time extend beyond the limits of the area. Fixed mooring piles or stakes are prohibited seaward of the pier head line. Mariners are encouraged to contact the Raritan Yacht Club Fleet Captain for any additional ordinances or laws and to ensure compliance with additional applicable State and local laws. (ii) [Reserved] * * * * * Dated: July 30, 2009. J.L. Nimmich, Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Commander, First Coast Guard District. [FR Doc. E9–21435 Filed 9–4–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–15–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard CPrice-Sewell on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with RULES 33 CFR Part 117 [Docket No. USCG–2009–0795] Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Hampton River, Hampton, NH, Maintenance Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of temporary deviation from regulations. AGENCY: ACTION: VerDate Nov<24>2008 14:52 Sep 04, 2009 Jkt 217001 SUMMARY: The Commander, First Coast Guard District, has issued a temporary deviation from the regulation governing the operation of the SR1A Bridge across the Hampton River at mile 0.0, at Hampton, New Hampshire. This temporary deviation allows the SR1A Bridge to remain in the closed position for 10 hours to facilitate bridge maintenance. Dated: August 27, 2009. Gary Kassof, Bridge Program Manager, First Coast Guard District. [FR Doc. E9–21560 Filed 9–4–09; 8:45 am] DATES: This deviation is effective from 7 a.m. through 5 p.m. on September 15, 2009. ADDRESSES: Documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket are part of docket USCG–2009– 0795 and are available online at https://www.regulations.gov, inserting USCG–2009–0795 in the ‘‘Keyword’’ and then clicking ‘‘Search.’’ They are also available for inspection or copying at the Docket Management Facility (M– 30), U.S. Department of Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this rule, call or e-mail Mr. John McDonald, Project Officer, First Coast Guard District, telephone (617) 223–8364, john.w.mcdonald@uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366– 9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The SR1A Bridge, across the Hampton River at mile 0.0, at Hampton, New Hampshire, has a vertical clearance in the closed position of 18 feet at mean high water and 26 feet at mean low water. The existing drawbridge operation regulations are listed at 33 CFR 117.697. The waterway predominantly supports recreational vessels of various sizes. The bridge owner, New Hampshire Department of Transportation, requested a temporary deviation to facilitate necessary bridge maintenance. Under this temporary deviation the SR1A Bridge may remain in the closed position from 7 a.m. through 5 p.m. on September 15, 2009. Vessels that can pass under the bridge without a bridge opening may do so at all times. In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e), the bridge must return to its regular operating schedule immediately at the end of the designated time period. This deviation from the operating regulations is authorized under 33 CFR 117.35. Coast Guard PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 BILLING CODE 4910–15–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY 33 CFR Part 117 [Docket No. USCG–2009–0735] Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Hackensack River, Jersey City, NJ, Maintenance Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of temporary deviation from regulations. AGENCY: ACTION: SUMMARY: The Commander, First Coast Guard District, has issued a temporary deviation from the regulation governing the operation of the Witt Penn Bridge at mile 3.1, across the Hackensack River, at Jersey City, New Jersey. Under this temporary deviation the Witt Penn Bridge may remain in the closed position for 45 days to facilitate necessary bridge maintenance. DATES: This deviation is effective from September 8, 2009 through October 22, 2009. ADDRESSES: Documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket are part of docket USCG–2009– 0735 and are available online at www.regulations.gov, inserting USCG– 2009–0735 in the ‘‘Keyword’’ and then clicking ‘‘Search’’. They are also available for inspection or copying at the Docket Management Facility (M–30), U.S. Department of Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this rule, call or e-mail Mr. Joe Arca, Project Officer, First Coast Guard District, telephone (212) 668–7165. If you have questions on viewing the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366–9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Witt Penn Bridge, across the Hackensack River at mile 3.1 has a vertical clearance in the closed position of 35 feet at mean high water and 40 feet at mean low water. The existing drawbridge operation regulations are listed at 33 CFR 117.723. E:\FR\FM\08SER1.SGM 08SER1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 172 / Tuesday, September 8, 2009 / Rules and Regulations The waterway has seasonal recreational vessels, and commercial vessels of various sizes. The owner of the bridge, New Jersey Department of Transportation, requested a temporary deviation to facilitate the replacement of sheaves and wire ropes at the bridge. Under this temporary deviation the Witt Penn Bridge, mile 3.1, across the Hackensack River may remain in the closed position for bridge maintenance from September 8, 2009 through October 22, 2009. Vessels that can pass under the bridge without a bridge opening may do so at all times. This deviation has been coordinated with the waterway users. The contractor will have a crane barge located at the bridge. The crane barge will move out of the main channel upon request after at least a 9 hour advance notice is given by calling the bridge at 201–795–0631. In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e), the bridge must return to its regular operating schedule immediately at the end of the designated time period. This deviation from the operating regulations is authorized under 33 CFR 117.35. Dated: August 27, 2009. Gary Kassof, Bridge Program Manager, First Coast Guard District. [FR Doc. E9–21561 Filed 9–4–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–15–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 165 [Docket No. USCG–2009–0595] RIN 1625–AA00 Safety Zone; Munitions and Explosives of Concern (MEC); Seal Island, ME Coast Guard, DHS. Interim rule with request for comments. AGENCY: CPrice-Sewell on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with RULES ACTION: SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing a permanent safety zone around Seal Island, Maine from the shoreline out to the 60 foot depth curve. This safety zone prohibits persons and vessels from entering the designated area around Seal Island unless authorized by the Coast Guard Captain of the Port Northern New England. This safety zone is necessary to provide for the safety of life on the navigable waters around Seal Island by protecting mariners from the hazards of Munitions VerDate Nov<24>2008 14:52 Sep 04, 2009 Jkt 217001 and Explosives of Concern (MEC) found in the area. DATES: This interim rule is effective September 8, 2009. Comments and related material must reach the Coast Guard on or before December 7, 2009. Requests for public meetings must be received by the Coast Guard on or before September 30, 2009. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments identified by docket number USCG– 2009–0595 using any one of the following methods: (1) Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. (2) Fax: 202–493–2251. (3) Mail: Docket Management Facility (M–30), U.S. Department of Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590– 0001. (4) Hand delivery: Same as mail address above, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The telephone number is 202–366–9329. To avoid duplication, please use only one of these four methods. See the ‘‘Public Participation and Request for Comments’’ portion of the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below for instructions on submitting comments. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this interim rule, call or e-mail Chief Petty Officer Randy Bucklin, Coast Guard Sector Northern New England, Waterways Management Division; telephone 207–741–5440, e-mail Randy.Bucklin@uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing or submitting material to the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366–9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Public Participation and Request for Comments We encourage you to participate in this rulemaking by submitting comments and related materials. All comments received will be posted, without change, to https:// www.regulations.gov and will include any personal information you have provided. Submitting Comments If you submit a comment, please include the docket number for this rulemaking (USCG–2009–0595), indicate the specific section of this document to which each comment applies, and provide a reason for each suggestion or recommendation. You may submit your comments and material online (via https:// PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 46011 www.regulations.gov) or by fax, mail or hand delivery, but please use only one of these means. If you submit a comment online via www.regulations.gov, it will be considered received by the Coast Guard when you successfully transmit the comment. If you fax, hand delivery, or mail your comment, it will be considered as having been received by the Coast Guard when it is received at the Docket Management Facility. We recommend that you include your name and a mailing address, an e-mail address, or a telephone number in the body of your document so that we can contact you if we have questions regarding your submission. To submit your comment online, go to https://www.regulations.gov, click on the ‘‘submit a comment’’ box, which will then become highlighted in blue. In the ‘‘Document Type’’ drop down menu select ‘‘Proposed Rule’’ and insert ‘‘USCG–2009–0595’’ in the ‘‘Keyword’’ box. 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[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 172 (Tuesday, September 8, 2009)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 46010-46011]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-21561]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 117

[Docket No. USCG-2009-0735]


Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Hackensack River, Jersey City, 
NJ, Maintenance

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Notice of temporary deviation from regulations.

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SUMMARY: The Commander, First Coast Guard District, has issued a 
temporary deviation from the regulation governing the operation of the 
Witt Penn Bridge at mile 3.1, across the Hackensack River, at Jersey 
City, New Jersey. Under this temporary deviation the Witt Penn Bridge 
may remain in the closed position for 45 days to facilitate necessary 
bridge maintenance.

DATES: This deviation is effective from September 8, 2009 through 
October 22, 2009.

ADDRESSES: Documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in 
the docket are part of docket USCG-2009-0735 and are available online 
at www.regulations.gov, inserting USCG-2009-0735 in the ``Keyword'' and 
then clicking ``Search''. They are also available for inspection or 
copying at the Docket Management Facility (M-30), U.S. Department of 
Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., 
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this rule, 
call or e-mail Mr. Joe Arca, Project Officer, First Coast Guard 
District, telephone (212) 668-7165. If you have questions on viewing 
the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, 
telephone 202-366-9826.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Witt Penn Bridge, across the Hackensack 
River at mile 3.1 has a vertical clearance in the closed position of 35 
feet at mean high water and 40 feet at mean low water. The existing 
drawbridge operation regulations are listed at 33 CFR 117.723.

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    The waterway has seasonal recreational vessels, and commercial 
vessels of various sizes.
    The owner of the bridge, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 
requested a temporary deviation to facilitate the replacement of 
sheaves and wire ropes at the bridge.
    Under this temporary deviation the Witt Penn Bridge, mile 3.1, 
across the Hackensack River may remain in the closed position for 
bridge maintenance from September 8, 2009 through October 22, 2009. 
Vessels that can pass under the bridge without a bridge opening may do 
so at all times. This deviation has been coordinated with the waterway 
users.
    The contractor will have a crane barge located at the bridge. The 
crane barge will move out of the main channel upon request after at 
least a 9 hour advance notice is given by calling the bridge at 201-
795-0631.
    In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e), the bridge must return to its 
regular operating schedule immediately at the end of the designated 
time period. This deviation from the operating regulations is 
authorized under 33 CFR 117.35.

    Dated: August 27, 2009.
Gary Kassof,
Bridge Program Manager, First Coast Guard District.
[FR Doc. E9-21561 Filed 9-4-09; 8:45 am]
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