Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Willamette River, Portland, OR, 10012-10013 [2014-03882]

Download as PDF 10012 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 36 / Monday, February 24, 2014 / Rules and Regulations Mississippi River, mile 482.9, at Rock Island, Illinois due to work scheduling issues and has been postponed to a later date. DATES: The temporary deviation published on November 22, 2013, 78 FR 69995, is cancelled as of January 22, 2014. The docket for this deviation, [USCG–2013–0936] is available at https://www.regulations.gov. Type the docket number in the ‘‘SEARCH’’ box and click ‘‘SEARCH.’’ Click on Open Docket Folder on the line associated with this deviation. You may also visit the Docket Management Facility in Room W12–140 on the ground floor of the Department of Transportation West Building, 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 cancellation, call or email Eric A. Washburn, Bridge Administrator, Western Rivers, Coast Guard; telephone 314–269–2378, email Eric.Washburn@uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing the docket, call Cheryl Collins, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366– 9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: ADDRESSES: rmajette on DSK2TPTVN1PROD with RULES A. Basis and Purpose On November 22, 2013, we published a temporary deviation entitled ‘‘Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Upper Mississippi River, Rock Island, IL’’ in the Federal Register (78 FR 69995). The temporary deviation concerned a change from the operating schedule that governs the Rock Island Railroad and Highway Drawbridge across the Upper Mississippi River, mile 482.9, at Rock Island, Illinois. The bridge owner was scheduled to perform preventive maintenance and critical repairs that are essential to the continued safe operation of the drawbridge. The work was scheduled in the winter, when the impact on navigation was minimal, instead of scheduling the work at other times in the year, when river traffic is prevalent. The deviation allowed the bridge to be maintained in the closed-to-navigation position for 77 days. This deviation from the operating regulations was authorized under 33 CFR 117.35. B. Cancellation This deviation is cancelled as of January 22, 2014, due to work scheduling issues during the winter months. VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:17 Feb 21, 2014 Jkt 232001 Dated: February 7, 2014. Eric A. Washburn, Bridge Administrator, Western Rivers. [FR Doc. 2014–03873 Filed 2–21–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 117 [Docket No. USCG–2014–0038] Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Upper Mississippi River, Rock Island, IL Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of deviation from drawbridge regulation. AGENCY: ACTION: The Coast Guard has issued a temporary deviation from the operating schedule that governs the Rock Island Railroad and Highway Drawbridge across the Upper Mississippi River, mile 482.9, at Rock Island, Illinois. The deviation is necessary to allow the Quad Cities Heart Walk to cross the bridge. This deviation allows the bridge to be maintained in the closed-to-navigation position for two hours. DATES: This deviation is effective from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., May 17, 2014. ADDRESSES: The docket for this deviation, [USCG–2014–0038] is available at https://www.regulations.gov. Type the docket number in the ‘‘SEARCH’’ box and click ‘‘SEARCH.’’ Click on Open Docket Folder on the line associated with this deviation. You may also visit the Docket Management Facility in Room W12–140 on the ground floor of the Department of Transportation West Building, 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 temporary deviation, call or email Eric A. Washburn, Bridge Administrator, Western Rivers, Coast Guard; telephone 314–269–2378, email Eric.Washburn@ uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing the docket, call Cheryl F. Collins, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366–9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The U.S. Army Rock Island Arsenal requested a temporary deviation for the Rock Island Railroad and Highway Drawbridge, mile 482.9, across the Upper Mississippi River, at Rock Island, Illinois to remain in the closed-to-navigation position for SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 a two hour period from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., May 17, 2014, while the Quad Cities Heart Walk is held between the cities of Davenport, IA and Rock Island, IL. The Rock Island Railroad and Highway Drawbridge currently operates in accordance with 33 CFR 117.5, which states the general requirement that drawbridges shall open promptly and fully for the passage of vessels when a 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. The Rock Island Railroad and Highway Drawbridge, in the closed-tonavigation position, provides a vertical clearance of 23.8 feet above normal pool. Navigation on the waterway consists primarily of commercial tows and recreational watercraft. This temporary deviation has been coordinated with waterway users. No objections were received. In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e), the drawbridge must return to its regular operating schedule immediately at the end of the effective period of this temporary deviation. This deviation from the operating regulations is authorized under 33 CFR 117.35. Dated: February 7, 2014. Eric A. Washburn, Bridge Administrator, Western Rivers. [FR Doc. 2014–03881 Filed 2–21–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 117 [Docket No. USCG–2014–0059] Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Willamette River, Portland, OR Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of deviation from drawbridge regulation. AGENCY: ACTION: The Coast Guard has issued a temporary deviation from the operating schedule that governs the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Bridge, also known as the St. Johns RR Bridge, across the Willamette River, mile 6.9, at Portland, OR. The deviation is necessary to facilitate replacement of the frayed counterweight wire ropes for the lift mechanism of the bridge. This deviation allows the bridge to remain in the closed position during maintenance activities. SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\24FER1.SGM 24FER1 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 36 / Monday, February 24, 2014 / Rules and Regulations This deviation is effective from 7 a.m. on March 19, 2014 to 7 p.m. on April 15, 2014. ADDRESSES: The docket for this deviation, [USCG–2014–0059] is available at https://www.regulations.gov. Type the docket number in the ‘‘SEARCH’’ box and click ‘‘SEARCH.’’ Click on Open Docket Folder on the line associated with this deviation. You may also visit the Docket Management Facility in Room W12–140 on the ground floor of the Department of Transportation West Building, 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 temporary deviation, call or email Mr. Steven Fischer, Bridge Administrator, Coast Guard Thirteenth District; telephone 206–220–7282, email steven.m.fischer3@uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing the docket, call Cheryl Collins, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366– 9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway requested this deviation to facilitate replacement of the frayed counterweight wire ropes for the lift mechanism of the bridge. The bridge, also known as the St. Johns RR Bridge, crosses the Willamette River at mile 6.9 and provides 54 feet of vertical clearance above Columbia River Datum 0.0, while in the closed position. Under normal operations this bridge opens on signal as required by 33 CFR 117.5. The deviation period is from 7 a.m. on March 19, 2014 to 7 p.m. on April 15, 2014. This deviation allows the lift span of the BNSF Railway Bridge across the Willamette River, mile 6.9, to remain in the closed position and need not open for maritime traffic during following four 12 hour periods: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, 2014; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, March 24, 2014; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2014; and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2014. The bridge shall operate in accordance to 33 CFR 117.5 at all other times. BNSF will entertain requests from mariners to change the above listed schedule for emergent vessel arrivals or departures that are water level dependant given 72 hours advanced notice. BNSF contact is Ron Berry, who can be reached at (913) 551–4164. Waterway usage on this stretch of the Willamette River includes vessels ranging from commercial tug and barge to small pleasure craft. Vessels which do not require a bridge opening may continue to transit beneath rmajette on DSK2TPTVN1PROD with RULES DATES: VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:17 Feb 21, 2014 Jkt 232001 the bridge during this closure period. Due to the nature of work being performed the draw span will be unable to open for for emergencies. Mariners have been notified and will be kept informed of the bridge’s operational status via the Coast Guard Notice to Mariners publication and Broadcast Notice to Mariners as appropriate so that vessels can arrange their transits to minimize any impact caused by the temporary deviation. In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e), the drawbridge must return to its regular operating schedule immediately at the end of the effective period of this temporary deviation. This deviation from the operating regulations is authorized under 33 CFR 117.35. Dated: February 10, 2014. Steven M. Fischer, Bridge Administrator, Thirteenth Coast Guard District. [FR Doc. 2014–03882 Filed 2–21–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 117 [USCG–2013–1088] Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Reynolds Channel, Lawrence, NY Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of temporary deviation from regulations. AGENCY: ACTION: The Commander, First Coast Guard District, has issued a temporary deviation from the regulations governing the operation of the Atlantic Beach Bridge, mile 0.4, across Reynolds Channel, at Lawrence, New York. The deviation is necessary to facilitate structural repairs at the bridge. This temporary deviation authorizes the Atlantic Beach Bridge to operate under an alternate schedule to complete the structural repairs at the bridge. DATES: This deviation is effective from March 24, 2014 through May 23, 2014. ADDRESSES: The docket for this deviation, [USCG–2013–1088] is available at https://www.regulations.gov. Type the docket number in the ‘‘SEARCH’’ box and click ‘‘SEARCH.’’ Click on Open Docket Folder on the line associated with this deviation. You may also visit the Docket Management Facility in Room W12–140, on the ground floor of the Department of Transportation West Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 10013 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 temporary deviation, call or email Ms. Judy LeungYee, Project Officer, First Coast Guard District, judy.k.leung-yee@uscg.mil, or (212) 668–7165. If you have questions on viewing the docket, call Cheryl Collins, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366–9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Atlantic Beach Bridge, across Reynolds Channel, mile 0.4, at Lawrence, New York, has a vertical clearance in the closed position of 25 feet at mean high water and 30 feet at mean low water. The existing drawbridge operation regulations are listed at 33 CFR 117.799(e). The waterway is transited by commercial and seasonal recreational vessels of various sizes. The owner of the bridge, Nassau County Bridge Authority, requested approval to operate the bridge under a temporary operating schedule to facilitate structural repairs at the bridge. Under this temporary deviation the draw of the Atlantic Beach Bridge at mile 0.4, across Reynolds Channel shall operate, under the following operating schedule: March 24, 2014 through April 20, 2014, Monday through Friday, the bridge shall operate a single span on signal between 6:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. From 4 p.m. through 6:30 a.m. the bridge shall open both spans on signal. Weekends and holidays, from 4 p.m. on Friday through 6:30 a.m. on Monday the bridge shall operate two spans on signal. April 21, 2014 through May 23, 2014, Monday through Friday, the bridge shall remain in the closed position; except that, the draw shall open on signal at 12 p.m. provided at least a one hour notice is given. Weekends and holidays, from 4 p.m. on Friday through 6:30 a.m. on Monday the bridge shall operate two spans on signal. The bridge shall open on signal at all times for commercial vessel traffic after at least a 48 hour advance notice is given by calling the number posted at the bridge. The Coast Guard contacted all known commercial waterway users regarding this deviation 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. E:\FR\FM\24FER1.SGM 24FER1

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[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 36 (Monday, February 24, 2014)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 10012-10013]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-03882]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 117

[Docket No. USCG-2014-0059]


Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Willamette River, Portland, OR

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Notice of deviation from drawbridge regulation.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard has issued a temporary deviation from the 
operating schedule that governs the Burlington Northern Santa Fe 
Railway Bridge, also known as the St. Johns RR Bridge, across the 
Willamette River, mile 6.9, at Portland, OR. The deviation is necessary 
to facilitate replacement of the frayed counterweight wire ropes for 
the lift mechanism of the bridge. This deviation allows the bridge to 
remain in the closed position during maintenance activities.

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DATES: This deviation is effective from 7 a.m. on March 19, 2014 to 7 
p.m. on April 15, 2014.

ADDRESSES: The docket for this deviation, [USCG-2014-0059] is available 
at https://www.regulations.gov. Type the docket number in the ``SEARCH'' 
box and click ``SEARCH.'' Click on Open Docket Folder on the line 
associated with this deviation. You may also visit the Docket 
Management Facility in Room W12-140 on the ground floor of the 
Department of Transportation West Building, 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 
temporary deviation, call or email Mr. Steven Fischer, Bridge 
Administrator, Coast Guard Thirteenth District; telephone 206-220-7282, 
email steven.m.fischer3@uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing the 
docket, call Cheryl Collins, Program Manager, Docket Operations, 
telephone 202-366-9826.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway 
requested this deviation to facilitate replacement of the frayed 
counterweight wire ropes for the lift mechanism of the bridge. The 
bridge, also known as the St. Johns RR Bridge, crosses the Willamette 
River at mile 6.9 and provides 54 feet of vertical clearance above 
Columbia River Datum 0.0, while in the closed position. Under normal 
operations this bridge opens on signal as required by 33 CFR 117.5. The 
deviation period is from 7 a.m. on March 19, 2014 to 7 p.m. on April 
15, 2014. This deviation allows the lift span of the BNSF Railway 
Bridge across the Willamette River, mile 6.9, to remain in the closed 
position and need not open for maritime traffic during following four 
12 hour periods: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, 2014; 7 a.m. 
to 7 p.m. on Monday, March 24, 2014; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, 
March 27, 2014; and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2014. The 
bridge shall operate in accordance to 33 CFR 117.5 at all other times. 
BNSF will entertain requests from mariners to change the above listed 
schedule for emergent vessel arrivals or departures that are water 
level dependant given 72 hours advanced notice. BNSF contact is Ron 
Berry, who can be reached at (913) 551-4164. Waterway usage on this 
stretch of the Willamette River includes vessels ranging from 
commercial tug and barge to small pleasure craft.
    Vessels which do not require a bridge opening may continue to 
transit beneath the bridge during this closure period. Due to the 
nature of work being performed the draw span will be unable to open for 
for emergencies. Mariners have been notified and will be kept informed 
of the bridge's operational status via the Coast Guard Notice to 
Mariners publication and Broadcast Notice to Mariners as appropriate so 
that vessels can arrange their transits to minimize any impact caused 
by the temporary deviation.
    In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e), the drawbridge must return to 
its regular operating schedule immediately at the end of the effective 
period of this temporary deviation. This deviation from the operating 
regulations is authorized under 33 CFR 117.35.

    Dated: February 10, 2014.
Steven M. Fischer,
Bridge Administrator, Thirteenth Coast Guard District.
[FR Doc. 2014-03882 Filed 2-21-14; 8:45 am]
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