§ 147.827 - Marlin Tension Leg Platform safety zone.  


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  • § 147.827 Marlin Tension Leg Platform safety zone.

    (a) Description. The Marlin Tension Leg Platform (Marlin TLP), Viasca Knoll, Block 915 (VK 915), is located at position 29°6′27.46″ N, 87°56′37.14″ W. The area within 500 meters (1640.4 feet) from each point on the structure's outer edge is a safety zone.

    (b) Regulation. No vessel may enter or remain in this safety zone except the following:

    (1) An attending vessel;

    (2) A vessel under 100 feet in length overall not engaged in towing; or

    (3) A vessel authorized by the Commander, Eighth Coast Guard District.

    [CGD08-02-045, 68 FR 55445, Sept. 26, 2003]