Final rule · 2026-10088

Security Zones; New Orleans Sail 250, Lower Mississippi River, New Orleans, LA

The Coast Guard is establishing temporary moving and fixed security zones on the Lower Mississippi River to provide security for visiting personnel and vessels during the New Orleans Sail 250 events. The fixed security zone will cover all waters of the Lower Mississippi River between mile markers 92.7 to 98. The moving security zone will apply to certain designated vessels as they transit between the Southwest Pass entrance and mile marker 98. Entry of vessels or persons into these zones is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port.