South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 41 - Department of Game, Fish And Parks
Article 41:04 - Public waters
Chapter 41:04:01 - Markings and zones
Section 41:04:01:07 - Buoy placement requirements

Universal Citation: SD Admin Rules 41:04:01:07

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 43, September 23, 2024

No person may place buoys on public waters without authorization from the secretary with the exception of fishing marker buoys which may be utilized by lawful anglers provided they are removed by sunset each day or buoys marking submerged or partially submerged hazards to navigation. Special purpose buoys marking safety zones shall be placed as follows:

(1) Buoys marking "no boating," "no wake," and "no motors" zones shall be placed as necessary to define the areas designated;

(2) Buoys marking "public swimming zones" shall be placed no more than 75 feet apart on the perimeter of the zoned area;

(3) Buoys marking "ski zones" shall be placed no more than 250 feet apart. Buoys used in these areas must be anchored individually.

General Authority: SDCL 32-3A-1(3)(4).

Law Implemented: SDCL 32-3A-1(3)(4).

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