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Safety Zone; Brandon Road Lock and Dam to Lake Michigan Including Des Plaines River, Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, Chicago River, and Calumet-Saganashkee Channel, Chicago, IL

By Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard · Oct 12, 2026, 11:00 PM CDT

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The Coast Guard will enforce a safety zone on the South Branch of the Chicago River between mile markers 325.5 and 325.4 for the demolition of the Lake Street Bridge for the Chicago Department of Transportation bridge repair. During the enforcement period, entry into, transiting, mooring, laying-up, or anchoring within the safety zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Lake

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AuthorityThe statement invokes the Coast Guard’s regulatory authority and the role of the Captain of the Port to lend legitimacy and enforceability to the safety zone.

SpecificityPrecise geographic markers are provided to define the zone, which helps readers understand the limited scope of the restriction.

Purpose framingThe purpose of the safety zone is framed as a necessary safety measure for a specific infrastructure project, positioning the restriction as a temporary, task‑related action.

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The notice does not specify the dates and times of the enforcement period, the exact geographic extent of the safety zone beyond the mile markers, the potential impact on river traffic, or any mitigation measures for affected parties.

Important context

Safety zones are a standard Coast Guard tool used to protect personnel, vessels, and infrastructure during hazardous operations such as bridge demolition. Authorization must come from the Captain of the Port Lake Michigan or an on‑scene representative, indicating formal coordination with local authorities.

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The text is purely factual reporting of a Coast Guard safety‑zone order; it contains no opinion or editorial commentary.