Final rule · 2026-09073

Special Local Regulation; Lake Erie, Cleveland, OH

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary special local regulation (SLR) for certain navigable waters of Lake Erie approximately one-half to one mile offshore between Vermilion, Ohio and the Main Entrance Channel in Cleveland, Ohio. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters for the underway civilian vessels "Welcome Flotilla" (Regatta) accompanying the transit of the USS CLEVELAND (LCS 31) from Vermilion, Ohio to Cleveland, Ohio on May 9, 2026. This regulation prohibits persons and vessels from entering the regulated area unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port Eastern Great Lakes or their designated representative.