Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Houma Navigation Canal, Mile 36.0, at Houma, Terrebonne Parish, LA, 65138-65139 [2015-27130]

Download as PDF 65138 Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 206 / Monday, October 26, 2015 / Rules and Regulations Coastal Bridge Company, LLC, on behalf of Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LDOTD), requested a deviation from the operating regulation for the SR 22 Bridge across the Tchefuncta River, mile 2.5, at Madisonville, St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana. The SR 22 Bridge is a swing bridge with a vertical clearance of 6.2 feet above Mean High Water (MHW) in the closed-to-navigation position and unlimited clearance in the open-tonavigation position. The operation of this bridge is currently governed by 33 CFR 117.500. The closure is necessary for mechanical and electrical rehabilitation of the bridge. The deviation from the operating regulations will be in effect from Monday, November 2, 2015 until Tuesday, December 15, 2015, except for weekends. Within this time frame there will be multiple closure periods, deviating from the regular operating schedule, as follows: (1) The first closure period will be from 7 a.m. on November 9th, until 7 p.m. on November 13th, 2015, except that the bridge will open at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., daily, to pass all vessel traffic; (2) The second closure period will be from 7 a.m. on November 16th until 9 p.m. on November 17th except that the bridge will open at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., daily, to pass all vessel traffic; (3) The third closure period will be from 7 a.m. on November 23rd until 9 p.m. on November 24th except that the bridge will open at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., daily, to pass all vessel traffic; (4) The fourth closure period will be a total closure from 7 a.m. on November 30th until 7 p.m. on December 4th; there will be no openings during this period; (5) The fifth and final closure period will be a total closure from 9 a.m. on December 14th until 7 p.m. on December 15th; there will be no openings during this period. All work is expected to be completed by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 15, 2015. Any changes to the scheduled closure times will be announced through the Local Notice to Mariners or through a broadcast. The traffic on the Tchefuncta River is primarily recreational with minimal commercial traffic. The contractor approached each marina and business that could possibly be impacted and forwarded them a copy of the work schedule. No negative comments were noted. Vessels able to pass through the bridge in the closed-to-navigation position may do so at anytime. The bridge will not be able to open for emergencies and there is no immediate alternate route for vessels to pass. The asabaliauskas on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:27 Oct 23, 2015 Jkt 238001 Coast Guard will also inform the users of the waterways through our Local and Broadcast Notices to Mariners of the change in operating schedule for the bridge 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 designated time periods. This deviation from the operating regulations is authorized under 33 CFR 117.35. Dated: October 20, 2015. David M. Frank, Bridge Administrator, Eighth Coast Guard District. [FR Doc. 2015–27131 Filed 10–23–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 117 [Docket No. USCG–2015–0904] RIN 1625–AA09 Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, John F. Kennedy Space Center/NASA Parkway Bridge, Addison Point, FL Notice of deviation from drawbridge regulation. ACTION: The Coast Guard has issued a temporary deviation from the operating schedule that governs the John F. Kennedy Space Center/NASA Parkway Bridge across the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, mile 885.0, Addison Point, FL. For the safety of the participants, this temporary operating schedule will allow the bridge to not open to navigation including tugs with tows, during the Rocketman Triathlon in November. SUMMARY: This deviation is effective from 7:30 a.m. on November 15, 2015 through 3 p.m. November 15, 2015. ADDRESSES: The docket for this deviation, [USCG–2015–0904] is available at https://www.regulations.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions about this temporary deviation, call or email LT Storm, Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville, Chief, Prevention Office; telephone 904–564– 7563, email Allan.h.storm@uscg.mil. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In order to accommodate the annual Triathlon, a temporary schedule deviation has been authorized for the John F. Kennedy Space Center (NASA) Parkway Bridge, DATES: PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 across the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, mile 885.0 at Addison Point, FL. This deviation is in effect from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on November 15, 2015. During this time, the bridge shall remain closed to navigation, including tugs with tows. Currently, the bridge opens as required per 33 CFR 117.261(l). The regulation changes may have a minor impact on vessels transiting the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway in the vicinity of Addison Point, FL, but will still meet the reasonable needs of navigation. The John F. Kennedy Space Center (NASA) Parkway Bridge provides a vertical clearance of 27 feet at mean high water in the closed position and a horizontal clearance of 90 feet. Vessels able to pass through the bridge in the closed position may do so at anytime. The bridge will be able to open for emergencies. The Coast Guard will inform users of the waterways through Local and Broadcast Notices to Mariners of the change in operating schedule for the bridge so that vessels can arrange 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 following the end of the effective period of this temporary deviation. This deviation from the normal operating regulations is authorized under 33 CFR 117.35. Dated: 21 October 2015. Barry Dragon, Director, Bridge Administration, Seventh Coast Guard District. [FR Doc. 2015–27115 Filed 10–23–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 117 [Docket No. USCG–2015–0970] Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Houma Navigation Canal, Mile 36.0, at Houma, Terrebonne Parish, LA Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of deviation from regulation. AGENCY: ACTION: The Coast Guard has issued a temporary deviation from the operating schedule that governs the SR 661 Swing Bridge across the Houma Navigation Canal, mile 36.0, in Houma, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana. The deviation is necessary to conduct scheduled metal repairs and maintenance. This deviation allows the bridge to remain closed-to- SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\26OCR1.SGM 26OCR1 asabaliauskas on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 206 / Monday, October 26, 2015 / Rules and Regulations navigation for up to six daylight hours each weekday for two weeks. DATES: This deviation is effective from 6 a.m. on November 9, 2015, until 6 p.m. on November 20, 2015. ADDRESSES: The docket for this deviation, [USCG–2015–0970] is available at https://www.regulations.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this temporary deviation, call or email Jim Wetherington, Bridge Administration Branch, Coast Guard, telephone (504)671–2128, email james.r.wetherington@uscg.mil. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: C.E.C., Inc., for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LDOTD), requested a temporary deviation from the operating schedule of the SR 661 Swing Bridge across the Houma Navigation Canal, mile 36.0, in Houma, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana. The vertical clearance of the swing bridge is one foot above mean high water in the closed-to-navigation position and unlimited in the open-tonavigation position. The bridge is governed by 33 CFR 117.455. This deviation will be in effect from 6 a.m. through 6 p.m., daily, from November 9, 2015, until November 20, 2015 except weekends. This Deviation allows the bridge to remain closed-tonavigation for up to six hours, from 6 a.m. through 6 p.m. daily. During the evening and weekend time periods, the bridge will be left in the open-tonavigation position. During the closure periods, the contractor will make every effort to minimize the delays to mariners as well as maintain the bridge in the open-to-navigation position at all times when that repair work is not being conducted. Marine traffic, when allowed to pass, should pass at the slowest safe speed. The deviation was requested for the purpose of conducting necessary repairs and maintenance, including metal structure and rivet repair. Navigation on the waterway consists primarily of commercial tugs and recreational craft. The contractor has informed the waterway users of the upcomming delays. This deviation is similar to previous work schedules and no issues were noted. Vessels able to pass through the bridge in the closed-to-navigation position may do so at anytime. The bridge will be able to open for emergencies, and there is no immediate alternate route. 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[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 206 (Monday, October 26, 2015)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 65138-65139]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2015-27130]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 117

[Docket No. USCG-2015-0970]


 Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Houma Navigation Canal, Mile 
36.0, at Houma, Terrebonne Parish, LA

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Notice of deviation from regulation.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard has issued a temporary deviation from the 
operating schedule that governs the SR 661 Swing Bridge across the 
Houma Navigation Canal, mile 36.0, in Houma, Terrebonne Parish, 
Louisiana. The deviation is necessary to conduct scheduled metal 
repairs and maintenance. This deviation allows the bridge to remain 
closed-to-

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navigation for up to six daylight hours each weekday for two weeks.

DATES: This deviation is effective from 6 a.m. on November 9, 2015, 
until 6 p.m. on November 20, 2015.

ADDRESSES: The docket for this deviation, [USCG-2015-0970] is available 
at https://www.regulations.gov.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this 
temporary deviation, call or email Jim Wetherington, Bridge 
Administration Branch, Coast Guard, telephone (504)671-2128, email 
james.r.wetherington@uscg.mil.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: C.E.C., Inc., for the Louisiana Department 
of Transportation and Development (LDOTD), requested a temporary 
deviation from the operating schedule of the SR 661 Swing Bridge across 
the Houma Navigation Canal, mile 36.0, in Houma, Terrebonne Parish, 
Louisiana. The vertical clearance of the swing bridge is one foot above 
mean high water in the closed-to-navigation position and unlimited in 
the open-to-navigation position. The bridge is governed by 33 CFR 
117.455.
    This deviation will be in effect from 6 a.m. through 6 p.m., daily, 
from November 9, 2015, until November 20, 2015 except weekends. This 
Deviation allows the bridge to remain closed-to-navigation for up to 
six hours, from 6 a.m. through 6 p.m. daily. During the evening and 
weekend time periods, the bridge will be left in the open-to-navigation 
position. During the closure periods, the contractor will make every 
effort to minimize the delays to mariners as well as maintain the 
bridge in the open-to-navigation position at all times when that repair 
work is not being conducted. Marine traffic, when allowed to pass, 
should pass at the slowest safe speed. The deviation was requested for 
the purpose of conducting necessary repairs and maintenance, including 
metal structure and rivet repair.
    Navigation on the waterway consists primarily of commercial tugs 
and recreational craft. The contractor has informed the waterway users 
of the upcomming delays. This deviation is similar to previous work 
schedules and no issues were noted.
    Vessels able to pass through the bridge in the closed-to-navigation 
position may do so at anytime. The bridge will be able to open for 
emergencies, and there is no immediate alternate route. The Coast Guard 
will also inform the users of the waterways through our Local and 
Broadcast Notices to Mariners of the change in operating schedule for 
the bridge 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: October 20, 2015.
David M. Frank,
Bridge Administrator, Eighth Coast Guard District.
[FR Doc. 2015-27130 Filed 10-23-15; 8:45 am]
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