Federal Register #USCG-2025-0862

Coast Guard Enforcement of Safety Zone for Electric Fish Barrier Testing in Chicago

This notice concerns the Coast Guard's enforcement of a safety zone for electric fish barrier testing in the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Purpose: - Enforcement of a safety zone for Permanent Barrier 1 In-Water Testing - Testing involves electric fish barriers to ensure navigational and public safety - Location: - Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal (Mile Marker 295.5 to 297.5), including Des Plaines River, Chicago River, and Calumet-Saganashkee Channel - Requirements: - Prohibits entry, transiting, or anchoring within the safety zone during enforcement periods unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Lake Michigan - No OEMs, vendors, products, or services are being solicited or procured in this notice - This is a regulatory enforcement action, not a procurement opportunity

Description

The Coast Guard will enforce a safety zone on the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, including the Des Plaines River, Chicago River, and Calumet-Saganashkee Channel from Mile Marker 295.5 to Mile Marker 297.5. This enforcement is for Permanent Barrier 1 In-Water Testing to ensure safety during electric fish barrier testing. The enforcement periods are from July 13, 2026, through July 17, 2026, and July 27, 2026, through July 31, 2026, daily from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Entry, transiting, or anchoring within the safety zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Lake Michigan or designated representatives.

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