Regulations

Question 1

Garbage Dumping

Answer 1

If over 26’ need a placard
*illegal to dump plastics or floating packing materials anywhere

0-3 miles - no sewage
3-12 miles - sewage and garbage less than 1” okay
Over 12 miles - ???

Question 2

Oil Discharge

Answer 2

• Illegal if causes a film, sheen, or discoloration on water surface $5,000 fine
• report to nearest Coast Guard office