Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Mystic River, Mystic, CT, 78163 [2010-31409]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 240 / Wednesday, December 15, 2010 / Rules and Regulations request to open is given in accordance with the subpart. There are no alternate routes for vessels transiting this section of the Upper Mississippi River. Winter conditions on the Upper Mississippi River coupled with the closure of Army Corps of Engineer’s Lock No. 20 (Mile 343.2 UMR), Lock No. 21 (Mile 324.9 UMR) and Lock No. 22 (Mile 301.2 UMR) from January 3, 2011 to February 28, 2011 will preclude any significant navigation demands for the drawspan opening. The Clinton Railroad Drawbridge, in the closed-to-navigation position, provides a vertical clearance of 18.7 feet above normal pool. Navigation on the waterway consists primarily of commercial tows and recreational watercraft. The drawbridge will open if at least 24-hours advance notice is given. This temporary deviation has been coordinated with waterway users. In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e), the drawbridge 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: December 2, 2010. Eric A. Washburn, Bridge Administrator. [FR Doc. 2010–31408 Filed 12–14–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 117 [Docket No. USCG–2010–1028] Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Mystic River, Mystic, CT Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of temporary deviation from regulations. AGENCY: ACTION: The Commander, First Coast Guard District, has issued a temporary deviation from the regulation governing the operation of the Route 1 Bridge across the Mystic River, mile 2.8, at Mystic, CT. The deviation is necessary to facilitate painting operations at the bridge. Under this deviation the bridge may remain in the closed position during the winter months December through April. DATES: This deviation is effective for enforcement: With actual notice from December 2, 2010, through December 15, 2010 and with constructive notice from December 15, 2010 through April 5, 2011. emcdonald on DSK2BSOYB1PROD with RULES SUMMARY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:44 Dec 14, 2010 Jkt 223001 Documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket are part of docket USCG–2010– 1028 and are available online at https:// www.regulations.gov, inserting USCG–2010–1028 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. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY If you have questions on this rule, call or e-mail Ms. Judy K. Leung-Yee, Project Officer, First Coast Guard District, telephone (212) 668–7165, judy.k.leungyee@uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366–9826. SUMMARY: 78163 ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: The Route 1 Bridge across the Mystic River at mile 2.8, has a vertical clearance of 4 feet at mean high water and 7 feet at men low water. The drawbridge operation regulations are listed at 33 CFR 117.211. The normal waterway users are predominantly recreational craft of various sizes. The owner of the bridge, Connecticut Department of Transportation, requested a temporary deviation from the regulations to allow the bridge to remain in the closed position to facilitate painting operations at the bridge. Under this temporary deviation the Route 1 Bridge may remain in the closed position from December 2, 2010, through April 15, 2011, for bridge painting. Vessels that can pass under the bridge in the closed position may do so at any time. The bridge has received few requests to open during this time period during the past three years. The waterway users were advised of the requested bridge closure and no objections were received. 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. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: December 2, 2010. Gary Kassof, Bridge Program Manager, First Coast Guard District. [FR Doc. 2010–31409 Filed 12–14–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 117 [Docket No. USCG–2010–1077] Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Annisquam River and Blynman Canal, Gloucester, MA Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of temporary deviation from regulations. AGENCY: ACTION: The Commander, First Coast Guard District, has issued a temporary deviation from the regulation governing the operation of the Massachusetts Bay Commuter Railroad Bridge at mile 0.7 across the Annisquam River and Blynman Canal. The deviation is necessary to facilitate emergency structural repair. This deviation allows the bridge to remain in the closed position during the deviation period. DATES: This deviation is effective for enforcement: With actual notice from December 1, 2010, through December 15, 2010 and with constructive notice from December 15, 2010 through April 17, 2011. ADDRESSES: Documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket are part of docket USCG–2010– 1077 and are available online at https://www.regulations.gov, inserting USCG–2010–1077 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, contact Mr. John McDonald, Project Officer, First Coast Guard District, john.w.mcdonald@uscg.mil, or telephone (617) 223–8364. If you have questions on viewing the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366– 9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Massachusetts Bay Commuter Railroad (MBCR) bridge, across the Annisquam River and Blynman Canal at mile 0.7, at Gloucester, MA, has a vertical clearance in the closed position of 16 feet at mean high water and 25 feet at mean low water. The drawbridge operation regulations are listed at 33 CFR 117.586. E:\FR\FM\15DER1.SGM 15DER1

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[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 240 (Wednesday, December 15, 2010)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Page 78163]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-31409]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 117

[Docket No. USCG-2010-1028]


Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Mystic River, Mystic, CT

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 
Route 1 Bridge across the Mystic River, mile 2.8, at Mystic, CT. The 
deviation is necessary to facilitate painting operations at the bridge. 
Under this deviation the bridge may remain in the closed position 
during the winter months December through April.

DATES: This deviation is effective for enforcement: With actual notice 
from December 2, 2010, through December 15, 2010 and with constructive 
notice from December 15, 2010 through April 5, 2011.

ADDRESSES: Documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in 
the docket are part of docket USCG-2010-1028 and are available online 
at https://www.regulations.gov, inserting USCG-2010-1028 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 Ms. Judy K. Leung-Yee, Project Officer, First Coast 
Guard District, telephone (212) 668-7165, judy.k.leung-yee@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 Route 1 Bridge across the Mystic River 
at mile 2.8, has a vertical clearance of 4 feet at mean high water and 
7 feet at men low water. The drawbridge operation regulations are 
listed at 33 CFR 117.211. The normal waterway users are predominantly 
recreational craft of various sizes.
    The owner of the bridge, Connecticut Department of Transportation, 
requested a temporary deviation from the regulations to allow the 
bridge to remain in the closed position to facilitate painting 
operations at the bridge.
    Under this temporary deviation the Route 1 Bridge may remain in the 
closed position from December 2, 2010, through April 15, 2011, for 
bridge painting. Vessels that can pass under the bridge in the closed 
position may do so at any time.
    The bridge has received few requests to open during this time 
period during the past three years. The waterway users were advised of 
the requested bridge closure and no objections were received.
    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: December 2, 2010.
Gary Kassof,
Bridge Program Manager, First Coast Guard District.
[FR Doc. 2010-31409 Filed 12-14-10; 8:45 am]
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