| Mile Board |
(Houston Ship Channel) |
| Chart Number |
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| Problem |
The portion of the Cedar Bayou Channel from the Houston Ship Channel to the land cut portion of Cedar Bayou is marked only on the red side. With current increases in barge traffic, we are seeing two-way passage of traffic on this waterway. Increases from additional container-related traffic, which are anticipated to be significant, will further increase the risk of groundings. |
| Recommendation |
Industry requestsCoast Guard to investigate placement of navigation aids on the green side of the channel, resulting in both sides of the channel being marked. |
| Status |
Reported to the LT Brian Hofferber, Coast Guard, February 9, 2005. |
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