There is an anticipated navigation restriction and a partial river closure scheduled in order to facilitate the removal of a submerged pipeline.
Tentative details are:
- Spanish Pass – In proximity of Mile 9.0, AHOP
- Weeks Marine Dredge JS CHATRY on scene with Pilot on board to facilitate traffic.
- June 6-8, 2023 from 0600-1800 Daily – One Way Traffic Restriction (to remove material from top of Pipeline).
- Traffic to be managed by Pilots.
- June 13, 2023 from 0600-1800 – A 12-hour full river closure.
- Jun 15, 2023 will be the backup date to be requested if needed to complete operation.
Note: The USCG will release an official notice.
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Also, dredging operations are planned in the proximity of the Point Celeste Anchorage (more precisely MM 51.5 – 51.6 AHOP)
Tentative details are:
- Two operations are scheduled to be performed by Weeks Marine and Wood dredging companies.
- Both operations are tentatively scheduled to begin June 13, 2023.
- Wood finish date is tentatively Early August.
- Weeks finish date is tentatively Late November.
- No effect on navigation.
- Will limit use of Point Celeste Anchorage.
Sincerely,
“Capt Ron”
Ronald W. Branch, CAPT. USCG (Ret.)
President
Louisiana Maritime Association (LAMA)
Ron.branch@louisianamaritime.org
Website: The Watch Stander
