Traffic Flashcards
Traffic Separation Scheme
The TSS Extends in S’ly direction from Alki Pt (T buoy) down to three tree pt (TA Buoy), then SE to Robinson Pt (TB buoy), finally ending between Browns Pt and Piner Pt (TC buoy).
The TSS Extends in S’ly direction from Alki Pt (T buoy) down to three tree pt (TA Buoy), then SE to Robinson Pt (TB buoy), finally ending between Browns Pt and Piner Pt (TC buoy).
Traffic Separation Scheme
What types of Vessels use East passage?
Commercial Vessels of types, and Naval Vessels.
What types of vessel use Colvos passage and why?
Colvos passage can be used by any vessel, but is primarily used by northbound vessels taking advantage of its NEAR constant N’ly set.
This type of vessel configuration frequent both East Passage and Colvos Passage.
Tugs, Barges and log tows.
what is the primary cross traffic in this area?
WSF is the primary cross traffic , operating on a regular published schedule between Fauntleroy, Vashon Island, Southworth. These ferries cross the TSS at T buoy and TA buoy.
when is there an increase in recreational/pleasure craft congestion and cross traffic?
On weekends during the summer.
Cross traffic in Dalco passage?
At the S end of Vashon Island, another WSF operates on a regular published schedule between Tahlequah and Pt Defiance. The Ferry crosses Dalco Passage W of any traffic lanes.
