Here are the latest Local Notices to Mariners and NAV ALERTS that are relevant to ICW cruising in Districts 5, 7 and 8, the OBX, AICW, OWW, Keys, GIWW and adjacent waters. Open each LNM link for the USCG notice and a chart for each location. Listed north to south to north. NAV ALERTS will also be posted on our Homepage. For previous Weeks, go to the Specific State under Select Region on our Homepage.
Week 40
FWC: Boating safety alert: FWC urges caution following Hurricane Helene
LNM: UPDATE: AICW MM 20.2 Return to Normal Operations, North Landing Bridge, VA
UPDATE: LNM: AICW MM 240.7 Onslow Beach Bridge Construction, Camp LeJeune, NC
LNM: AICW MM 280 ICW Buoy 121 Relocated, ICW/Mason Inlet, NC
LNM: AICW MM 283 Swim the Loop, Oct 6, Wrightsville Beach. NC
LNM: AICW MM 283.1 SR 74 Bridge Closure, 5:00-10:30am, Oct 19, Wrightsville Beach, NC
LNM: near AICW MM 285 Inlet Buoy 3 Off-Station, Masonboro Inlet, NC
LNM: AICW mm 297 Buoy 163 Off-Station, Snows Cut, NC
LNM: near AICW MM 309 Inlet Buoy 10 Off-Station, Cape Fear River, NC
LNM: AICW MM 592 ICW Daybeacon 60 Destroyed, Skidaway Narrows, GA
LNM: AICW MM 681 ICW Light 9 Daymark Missing, Jekyll Creek, GA
LNM: AICW MM 683 ICW Light 20A Destroyed, Jekyll Creek, GA
LNM: AICW MM 741 ICW Light 9 Destroyed, Pablo Creek, FL
LNM: near AICW MM 780 Daybeacon 20 Destroyed, San Sebastian River, FL
LNM: Keys MM 1199 Daybeacon 5 Destroyed, Moser Channel, Pigeon Key, FL
LNM: Loggerhead Key Light 50A Destroyed, Florida Keys, FL
LNM: Boca Chica Channel Daybeacon 3 Off-Station, Key West Harbor, FL
LNM: SW FL, Capri Pass Daybeacon C Off-Station, Big Marco Pass, FL
SW FL Gordan Pass Daybeacon 18A Destroyed, Big Marco Pass, FL
LNM: SW FL Channel Light 3 Missing, Gordan Pass, FL
LNM: GIWW MM 45 ICW Daybeacon 26 Destroyed, Lemon Bay, FL
LNM: GIWW MM 105 Point Pinellas Channel Lights 2, 6 and 7 Destroyed, Tampa Bay, FL
LNM: GIWW MM 123 ICW Light 13 and Daybeacon 19A Destroyed, Sand Key, FL
LNM: GIWW Numerous ATONs Damaged or Destroyed, Johns Pass to Anclote River, FL
LNM: Many Big Bend ATONs Off-Station, Northern Gulf, FL
Week 39/24
LNM: Coast Guard sets port conditions for northern Florida, Georgia, South Carolina
LNM: Neuse/Trent River RR Bridge, Closed until Further Notice, New Bern, NC
LNM: near AICW MM 285 Inlet Buoy 3 Off-Station, Masonboro Inlet, NC
LNM: near AICW MM 293 Inlet Shoaling Surveyed, Carolina Beach Inlet, NC
LNM: AICW MM 316 Shoaling Reported, Long Beach, NC
LNM: near AICW MM 330 Inlet Buoys 1 and 2 Off-Station, Shallotte Inlet, NC
LNM: AICW MM 461 ICW Daybeacon 121 Destroyed, Sullivan’s Island, SC
LNM: AICW MM 536 Schedule Change Extended, Lady’s Island Bridge, Beaufort, SC
LNM: AICW 741 ICW Light 6 and Daybeacon 8 Destroyed, Pablo Creek, FL
LNM: AICW MM 952 ICW Daybeacon 145 Destroyed, Indian River South, FL
LNM: near AICW MM 990 Lighted Buoy 8 Missing, St Lucie Inlet, FL
USACE: Okeechobee Waterway Lock Operations during Hurricane Helene
LNM: near AICW MM 1089 Daybeacon 16 Destroyed, Miami, FL
LNM: Coast Guard Captain of the Port for Sector Key West sets Port Condition X-Ray
LNM: GIWW MM 59 ICW Daybeacon 7 Destroyed, N of Venice Inlet, FL
LNM: Skyway Channel Daybeacon 23 Destroyed, Tampa Bay, FL
LNM: GIWW MM 142 ICW Daybeacon 15 Destroyed, Dunedin, FL
Week 38/24
LNM: Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists
LNM: AICW MM 3.5 Gilmerton Bridge on Temporary Deviation, Norfolk, VA
LNM: AICW MM 225 ICW Daybeacon 42 Off-Station, Bogue Sound, NC
LNM: AICW MM 225 ICW Daybeacon 42A Off-Station, Bogue Sound, NC
LNM: near AICW MM 227 Junction Buoy EI Off-Station, Bogue Inlet, NC
LNM: AICW MM 237 ICW Buoy 60 Off-Station, Bogue Sound, NC
LNM: near AICW MM 270 Buoy 6 Off-Station, New Topsail Inlet, NC
LNM: AICW MM 283.1 SR 74 Bridge Closure, 5:00-10:30am, Sep 21, Wrightsville Beach, NC
LNM: AICW MM 286 ICW Daybeacon 134 Dayboard Missing, Masonboro Sound, NC
LNM: AICW MM 297 ICW Lighted Buoy 163 Off-Station, Snows Cut, NC
LNM: AICW MM 297 ICW Daybeacon 164 Missing, Snows Cut, NC
LNM: AICW MM 311 ICW Light 7 Off-Station, S of Morehead City, NC
LNM: AICW MM 311 Temp for Missing Daybeacon 8 Off-Station, S of Morehead City, NC
LNM: AICW MM 320 ICW Daybeacon 36 Off-Station, N of Lockwoods Folly, NC
LNM: AICW MM 320 ICW Daybeacon 39 Off-Station, N of Lockwoods Folly, NC
LNM: AICW MM 321 Multiple ATON Changes, ICW/Lockwoods Folly, NC
LNM: AICW MM 326 ICW Daybeacon 63 Missing, Olden Beach, NC
LNM: Key West Paddle Classic Safety Zone, Sep 28, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Week 37/24
LNM: Notice: Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists
LNM: Big Foot Slough Buoy 11 Relocated, Pamlico Sound, NC
LNM: AICW MM 283.1 S.R.74 Bridge Closed to Navigation, 5am-10:30am, Sep 21, Wrightsville Beach, NC
LNM: UPDATE: Myrtle Beach ICW Boat Parade, Sep 14, Myrtle Beach, SC
LNM: AICW MM 675 ICW Light 244 Off-Station, Mackay River, GA
LNM: near AICW MM 685 Daybeacon A9 Daymark Missing, Umbrella Creek, GA
LNM: AICW MM 737 ICW Daybeacon 80 Destroyed, Sisters Creek, FL
LNM: AICW MM 834 ICW Daybeacon 48 Destroyed, South Daytona, FL
LNM: AICW MM 950 ICW Daybeacon 132 Destroyed, Indian River South, FL
LNM: AICW MM 954 ICW Daybeacon 152 Destroyed, Indian River South, FL
LNM: US Navy Diver Training, Sep 16-19, Key West, FL
LNM: WFL ICW Daybeacon 18A Destroyed, Johnson Bay, FL
LNM: GIWW MM 63 ICW Daybeacon 33 Daymark Missing, Sarasota Bay, FL
LNM: GIWW MM 140 Daybeacons 9 and 21 Destroyed, St Joseph Sound, FL
LNM: GIWW 256 Sunken Vessels, west of West Bay, FL
Week 36/24
LNM: Big Foot Slough Buoys 10 and 11 Missing, Pamlico Sound, NC
NAV ALERT: LNM: AICW MM 44 Sound Warning Daybeacon Wreckage, Cedar Bay, NC
LNM: AICW MM 190 ICW Light 16 Missing, Adams Creek, NC
LNM: AICW MM 200 ICW Daybeacon 31 Destroyed, Beaufort, NC
LNM: AICW MM 280 Buoys 121, 122A and 123 Relocated, ICW/Mason Inlet, NC
LNM: OWW MM 135 ICW Light 52 Destroyed, Caloosahatchee River, FL
LNM: WFL ICW Daybeacon 18 Destroyed, Johnson Bay, FL
LNM: near GIWW MM Zero, Light 13 Daymark Missing, San Carlos Bay, FL
LNM: Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix, Sept 13-15, Lido Key, Sarasota, FL
LNM: Offshore Powerboat Races, Sept 28-29, Clearwater, FL
Week 35/24
LNM: Coast Guard urges preparedness for remainder of 2024 Atlantic hurricane season
LNM: Big Foot Slough Light 3 Missing, Pamlico Sound, NC
LNM: Ocracoke Inlet Buoy 8 Missing, Pamlico Sound, NC
LNM: near AICW MM 227 Shoaling Reported, Bogue Inlet, NC
LNM: near AIVW MM 227 Multiple ATON Changes, Bogue Inlet, NC
NAV ALERT: LNM: AICW MM 280 Extreme ICW Shoaling, Mason Inlet/AICW, NC
LNM: AICW MM 477 ICW light 30 Destroyed, Stono River, SC
LNM: AICW MM 789 ICW Daybeacon 68 Destroyed, Matanzas River, FL
LNM: AICW MM 954 ICW Daybeacon 146A Destroyed, Indian River South, FL
LNM: AICW MM 1038 ICW Daybeacon 52A Off-Station, Delray Beach, FL
LNM: GIWW MM 23 ICW Daybeacon 62 Destroyed, Pine Island Sound, FL
LNM: near GIWW MM 92 Daybeacon 9 Destroyed, Manatee River, FL
LNM: GIWW MM 121 ICW Daybeacon 13 Daymark Missing, Boca Ciega Bay, FL
LNM: Hazardous Reentry Area, N Gulf, FL
LNM: US Air Force Operation, Sept 4-5, N Gulf, FL
LNM: US Navy Operations through Sept 7, N Gulf, FL
For previous Local Notices, go to the Specific State or Region on our Homepage
This week’s lowest current marina fuel prices as of Oct 02
Diesel Range: $2.83 to $4.80 Lowest @ Port Consolidated in (Eastern Florida)
Gas Range: $3.55 to $5.84 Lowest @ Rivers Edge Marina (formerly Oyster Creek Marina) in (Eastern Florida)
Remember to always call the marina to verify the current price since prices may change at any time. Also please let us know if you find a marina’s fuel price has changed via the Submit News link.
All Regions (Price Range $2.83 to $6.00)
Virginia to North Carolina (Price Range $3.10 to $4.95)
North Carolina (Price Range $3.37 to $5.60)
South Carolina (Price Range $3.15 to $4.85)
Georgia (Price Range $3.50 to $4.45)
Eastern Florida (Price Range $2.83 to $4.80)
St Johns River (Price Range $4.00 to $6.00)
Florida Keys (Price Range $3.39 to $5.49)
Western Florida (Price Range $3.22 to $6.20)
Okeechobee (Price Range $3.62 to $4.16)
Northern Gulf (Price Range $3.84 to $3.99)
With a closed vertical clearance of 14ft, the 2.8-mile bridge across the Alligator River has had lengthy closures to undergo repairs several times in recent years and, with a closure mandate in winds over 25 knots. Our thanks to Ted Arisaka for this notice.
Alligator bridge is closed for both vehicle and boat traffic due to an accident. No estimate on reopening as of right now.
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of Alligator River Bridge
The National Hurricane Center chart below updates automatically and shows the latest storm positions. Click the chart for the full NHC report. While port conditions are primarily for commercial mariners, they give a strong indication of the Coast Guard’s appraisal of the storm’s severity.
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Hurricane Season Port Condition Definitions
08/26/2024 01:00 PM EDT |
See LNM: AICW MMs 1005-1014, Mar-a-Lago Security Zones, Aug 19-Nov 30, 2024, Palm Beach, FL
FLORIDA – AICW – WEST PALM BEACH – FLAGLER MEMORIAL BRIDGE: Temporary Deviation UPDATE: 8/20/2024
The U. S. Coast Guard has issued a temporary deviation to drawbridge operation regulation, 33 CFR §117.261(u) that governs the Flagler Memorial Bridge, across Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AICW), mile 1021.8, at West Palm Beach, Florida. Under this temporary deviation, the Flagler Memorial Bridge will operate as follows:
(1) The draw will open on the quarter and three-quarter hour, except that Monday through Friday (except Federal holidays) from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., the draw need only open on the quarter hour.
(2) When the security zone is enforced, the draw shall operate as follows: (i) Monday through Friday (except on Federal holidays)
(A) 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., the draw need only open on the quarter hour.
(B) 9:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., the draw need only open on the quarter and three-quarter hour.
(C) 2:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., the draw need only open on the quarter hour.
(D) 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., the draw need only open on the quarter and three-quarter hour.
(ii) Saturday, Sunday, and Federal holidays the draw need only open on the quarter and three-quarter hour.
This temporary deviation is effective from 8:00 p.m. on August 19, 2024, through 11:59 p.m. on November 30, 2024. This action is necessary to allow for continuity in drawbridge operations with adjacent drawbridges during federal rulemaking and during Coast Guard enforcement of the security zone.
For further information contact Coast Guard Sector Miami, FL, Waterways Management Division, (305) 535-4317, SectorMiamiWaterways@uscg.mil.
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Flagler Memorial Bridge
FLORIDA – AICW – WEST PALM BEACH – ROYAL PARK BRIDGE: Temporary Deviation UPDATE: 8/20/2024
The U. S. Coast Guard has issued a temporary deviation to drawbridge operation regulation, 33 CFR §117.261(v) that governs the Royal Park (SR 704)Bridge, across Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AICW), mile 1022.6, at West Palm Beach, Florida. Under this temporary deviation, the Royal Park Bridgewill operate as follows:
(1) The draw will open on the hour and half hour, except that Monday through Friday (except Federal holidays) from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., the draw need only open on the half-hour.
(2) When the security zone is enforced, the draw shall operate as follows:
(i) Monday through Friday (except on Federal holidays)
(A) 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., the draw need only open on the half-hour.
(B) 9:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., the draw need only open on the hour and half-hour.
(C) 2:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., the draw need only open on the half-hour.
(D) 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., the draw need only open on the hour and half-hour.
(ii) Saturday, Sunday, and Federal holidays the draw need only open on the hour and half hour.
This temporary deviation is effective from 8:00 p.m. on August 19, 2024, through 11:59 p.m. on November 30, 2024. This action is necessary to allow for continuity in drawbridge operations with adjacent drawbridges during federal rulemaking and during Coast Guard enforcement of the security zone.
For further information contact Coast Guard Sector Miami, FL, Waterways Management Division, (305) 535-4317, SectorMiamiWaterways@uscg.mil. LNM: 50/23
Click Here To View the Eastern Florida Cruisers Net Bridge Directory Listing For Royal Park Bridge
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Royal Park Bridge
FLORIDA – AICW – WEST PALM BEACH – SOUTHERN BLVD BRIDGE: Temporary Deviation UPDATE: 8/20/2024
The U. S. Coast Guard has issued a temporary deviation to drawbridge operation regulation, 33 CFR §117.261(w) that governs the Southern Boulevard(SR 700/80) Bridge, across the AICW, mile 1024.7, at West Palm Beach, Florida. Under this temporary deviation, the Southern Boulevard Bridge willoperate as follows:
(1) The draw will open on the quarter and three-quarter hour, except that Monday through Friday (except Federal holidays) from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00a.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., the draw need only open on the quarter hour.
(2) When the security zone is enforced, the draw may be closed without advance notice to permit uninterrupted transit of dignitaries across thebridge. Unless otherwise directed by the onscene designated representative, the draw will operate as follows:
(i) Monday through Friday (except on Federal holidays)
(A) 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., the draw need only open on the quarter hour.
(B) 9:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., the draw need only open on the quarter and three-quarter hour.
(C) 2:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., the draw need only open on the quarter hour.
(D) 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., the draw need only open on the quarter and three-quarter hour.
(ii) Saturday, Sunday, and Federal holidays the draw need only open on the quarter and three-quarter hour.
This temporary deviation is effective from 8:00 p.m. on August 19, 2024, through 11:59 p.m. on November 30, 2024. This action is necessary to allow for continuity in drawbridge operations with adjacent drawbridges during federal rulemaking and during Coast Guard enforcement of the security zone.
For further information contact Coast Guard Sector Miami, FL, Waterways Management Division, (305)535-4317 SectorMiamiWaterways@uscg.mil.
LNM: 50/23
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of Southern Blvd Bridge
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Support Our Local Businesses After Hurricane Helene!
Dear Community,
As we begin the long road to recovery following Hurricane Helene, our local businesses need our support more than ever. While many have faced significant challenges, some are still open and ready to serve you!
Here’s why your patronage matters:
Let’s rally together! Visit your favorite local spots, share their posts, and spread the word. Every little bit helps!
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Twin Dolphin Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, sits perched on the southern shores of Manatee River, just short of the Highway 41 Business bridge. We get lots of praise for this fine marina and their commitment to facility upgrades, see FOCUS ON.
Click Here To View the Western Florida Cruisers Net Marina Directory Listing For Twin Dolphin Marina
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Twin Dolphin Marina
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Punta Gorda, FL – The Fishermen’s Village Marina Fuel Dock is Reopening at 7:00 a.m. Saturday, October 5th, 2024 to once again serve the boating community.
The Fuel Dock was temporarily closed due to an electrical issue following Hurricane Helene.
For more information regarding Fishermen’s Village Marina, contact Harbormaster Tommy Eriksen, teriksen@fishermensvillage.com. 941 575-3056
Thank you.
Kathy Burnam 941.639.8721 |
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Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of Fishermen’s Village
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