Special Local Regulation; Allegheny River Mile Marker 20.5-21, Creighton, PA
By Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard · Oct 4, 2026, 11:00 PM CDT
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary special local regulation (SLR) on the waters of the Allegheny River from mile marker 20.5 to mile marker 21 in Creighton, PA. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters from potential hazards during a paddle boat race on October 10, 2026. This regulation prohibits persons and vessels from entering the regulated a
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AI analysisauthoritative languageThe use of the agency name and the term "establishing" conveys official authority and finality.
safety framingThe regulation is justified by emphasizing protection of human life, which frames the action as a preventative safety measure.
restriction emphasisThe language stresses the prohibition and the need for explicit permission, underscoring the seriousness of the restriction.
Context
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The notice does not explain the specific hazards anticipated, the expected duration of the regulation beyond the race date, any coordination with local authorities or event organizers, or the process for obtaining authorization to enter the area.
Important context
Special local regulations are a tool the Coast Guard uses to temporarily restrict navigation for safety reasons. The authority for such regulations comes from 33 CFR 165.1 and is typically issued when a specific event poses a risk to life or property on navigable waters.
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AI analysisThe document is purely factual reporting of an official regulatory action; it contains no opinion or editorial commentary.