Federal Register #USCG-2026-1287

Coast Guard Temporary Security Zone on the Patapsco River

The U.S. Coast Guard issued a temporary security rule for navigable waters on the Patapsco River near Sparrows Point and Bear Creek. - Government buyer/agency: U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard. The responsible local office is the Captain of the Port, Sector Maryland-National Capital Region, or a designated representative. - Security zone: Covers navigable waters within 1,000 yards of Sparrows Point and Bear Creek in Baltimore, Maryland. - Purpose and restrictions: Protects people—including individuals under U.S. Secret Service protection—and property during a high-ranking public official’s visit. Vessels and people are prohibited from entering unless authorized by the Captain of the Port or a designated representative. - Procurement details: This is a regulatory security action, not a procurement opportunity. No OEMs, vendors, products, or services are identified.

Description

The Coast Guard establishes a temporary security zone covering navigable waters of the Patapsco River within 1,000 yards of Sparrows Point and Bear Creek. The zone is intended to protect people, including persons under U.S. Secret Service protection, and property during a high-ranking public official’s visit. Vessels and persons may not enter the zone unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Maryland-National Capital Region, or a designated representative. The rule is effective from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on October 6, 2026.

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