Opportunity
Federal Register #USCG20260666
Final Rule: Special Local Regulation for Cleveland Dragon Boat Festival on Cuyahoga River
Posted
August 11, 2026
Identifier
USCG20260666
This opportunity is a regulatory announcement, not a procurement action. - The US Coast Guard (Department of Homeland Security) has issued a final rule for a Special Local Regulation (SLR) on the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland, Ohio. - The regulation applies during the annual Cleveland Dragon Boat Festival. - The SLR prohibits unauthorized vessels and persons from entering the regulated area during enforcement periods. - The regulated area covers the stretch from the Cleveland Rowing Foundation dock to the Columbus Road Bridge. - No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are involved. - The purpose is to ensure safety on the water during the event. - This is not a solicitation or procurement; no contract or purchase is being made.
Description
This final rule establishes a recurring Special Local Regulation for navigable waters of the Cuyahoga River during the Cleveland Dragon Boat Festival, which occurs annually on or around the 4th weekend in August. The regulation prohibits vessels and persons from entering the regulated area during enforcement periods unless authorized by the Captain of the Port or their designated representative. The regulated area covers all navigable waters of the Cuyahoga River near the Cleveland Rowing Foundation dock to the Columbus Road Bridge. The rule is effective August 11, 2026, and aims to ensure safety of life on these waters during the event.