Deep Drafting Crossing (Update)

Notice Number: No.22-143
Date: 11/30/2022

Reference Navigation Bulletin No. 22-117, dated 26 September 2022, stating that the U.S. Government Contract Dustpan Dredge WALLACE McGEORGE will be working at the Mississippi River Deep Draft Crossings between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, Louisiana, until approximately 31 October 2022.

MARINERS ARE ADVISED THAT THE DREDGING OPERATIONS HAVE BEEN EXTENDED THROUGH APPROXIMATELY 30 NOVEMBER 2022.

The dredge will work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and will give way to vessels using the waterway. The dredge can be contacted on either VHF channel 16 or 67 for sailing instructions.

Mariners are urged to transit at their slowest safe speed to minimize wake and proceed with caution after passing arrangements have been made.

The point of contact with the New Orleans District is Michelle Kornick at (504) 862-1842 or Heather Jennings at (504) 862-1253.

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MICHAEL H. SAUCIER
Acting Chief, Technical Support Branch
Operations Division