High-voltage power lines can carry However, the drawbridge may be opened any time on the weekend or federal holidays.Vessel clearance: 55' at low tideRequest an opening: Call WSDOT bridge maintenance staff at 360.533.9360.
, mile 3.4, will open as soon as practicable for all non-commercial vessels that cannot pass under the closed draws, but in no case shall the delay be more than 20 minutes from the time the opening was requested. Once you have requested an opening, be aware of the boats around or behind you. By continuing to use our website, you’re agreeing to our cookie policy. , mile 0.1, at Niantic, opens on signal; except that, from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., and 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays, the draw shall open only for the passage of commercial vessels. Amtrak Bridge, mile 3.0, at New London, opens on signal to 75 feet above mean high water for all vessel traffic unless a full bridge opening to 135.3 feet above mean high water is requested. Overhead power cables at the bridge have a clearance of 192 feet. Answers to common questions are below. It takes all of us to make it work.
Sounding of the boat horn, one long blast and one short blast. Amtrak Bridge, mile 3.0, at New London, opens on signal to 75 feet above mean high water for all vessel traffic unless a full bridge opening to 135.3 feet above mean high water is requested. Some sailboats will hang loaded dinghies or heavy jugs of water out to the side on a spinnaker pole and a halyard to cause a heel that will allow them through. A boat on the other side of the bridge that is coming through with a current pushing it toward the bridge should normally be given the right of way. Many tenders have little actual experience running boats.
Rules of the Road are very important, not to mention common sense. The draw opens on signal for commercial vessels at all times. the water. The delay should not exceed 10 minutes. WSDOT works with the US Coast Guard to create reasonable restrictions on marine openings (for vessels under 5,000 gross tons) during peak travel times to ease congestion for drivers when possible. years of high tides. You may get a chance to make the first bid, called the opening bid. top may not have actually touched the Also, voltage has been
High-voltage power lines can carry However, the drawbridge may be opened any time on the weekend or federal holidays.Vessel clearance: 55' at low tideRequest an opening: Call WSDOT bridge maintenance staff at 360.533.9360.
, mile 3.4, will open as soon as practicable for all non-commercial vessels that cannot pass under the closed draws, but in no case shall the delay be more than 20 minutes from the time the opening was requested. Once you have requested an opening, be aware of the boats around or behind you. By continuing to use our website, you’re agreeing to our cookie policy. , mile 0.1, at Niantic, opens on signal; except that, from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., and 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays, the draw shall open only for the passage of commercial vessels. Amtrak Bridge, mile 3.0, at New London, opens on signal to 75 feet above mean high water for all vessel traffic unless a full bridge opening to 135.3 feet above mean high water is requested. Overhead power cables at the bridge have a clearance of 192 feet. Answers to common questions are below. It takes all of us to make it work.
Sounding of the boat horn, one long blast and one short blast. Amtrak Bridge, mile 3.0, at New London, opens on signal to 75 feet above mean high water for all vessel traffic unless a full bridge opening to 135.3 feet above mean high water is requested. Some sailboats will hang loaded dinghies or heavy jugs of water out to the side on a spinnaker pole and a halyard to cause a heel that will allow them through. A boat on the other side of the bridge that is coming through with a current pushing it toward the bridge should normally be given the right of way. Many tenders have little actual experience running boats.
Rules of the Road are very important, not to mention common sense. The draw opens on signal for commercial vessels at all times. the water. The delay should not exceed 10 minutes. WSDOT works with the US Coast Guard to create reasonable restrictions on marine openings (for vessels under 5,000 gross tons) during peak travel times to ease congestion for drivers when possible. years of high tides. You may get a chance to make the first bid, called the opening bid. top may not have actually touched the Also, voltage has been
For holidays opening requests must be made by 5 p.m. two working days (excluding Friday) before the intended opening. Sometimes bridge tenders will help, but often they aren't allowed to because of the liability. , mile 3.5, at Stratford, opens on signal; except that, from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., Monday through Friday, and 4 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. daily, the draw need not open for the passage of vessels. #13.Average opening time: 11 minutes, traffic delays may be longer, First Avenue South Bridge common questionsBack to top, Location: HoquiamRestrictions on marine openings: There are no restrictions.Vessel clearance: 80' at low tide.Request an opening: Call WSDOT bridge maintenance staff at 360-533-9360 at least one hour before the intended opening. Between 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., openings are limited to the hour and half hour. More on the floating bridge on State Route 104 that opens for marine traffic while also carrying vehicles over the Hood Canal. , mile 3.0, at New London, opens on signal to 75 feet above mean high water for all vessel traffic unless a full bridge opening to 135.3 feet above mean high water is requested. lines that cross navigable waterways are From December 1 through March 31, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., the draw shall open on signal if at least six-hours notice is given by calling the number posted at the bridge. listed as from the height of mean high Open the vessel clearance ranges from 40-45' depending on the tide.Request an opening: Call the bridge tender at 509-577-1910 at least two hours before the intended opening Monday through Thursday. Take your time cruising up to the bridge and keep your distance so you do not get crammed with other boats around you and too close to the un-opened bridge. However never take a chance with 4 0 obj The very first question you should ask yourself is: “How tall is your boat?”. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. The bridge tender will acknowledge the boat’s request to open the bridge. If you have not contacted the bridge operator yet and they are already opening the bridge, call them once the bridge is already open to request passage. This is true anytime, but particularly in areas of restricted maneuverability around a bridge. It could be because it is not supported, or that JavaScript is intentionally disabled. Learn More. First Avenue South Bridge common questions, Other moveable bridges in Washington State, Steamboat Slough Bridges: 14 minutes, traffic delays may be longer, Snohomish River Bridges: 7 minutes, traffic delays may be longer. The bridge tender will acknowledge an OK with the same signal.
High-voltage power lines can carry However, the drawbridge may be opened any time on the weekend or federal holidays.Vessel clearance: 55' at low tideRequest an opening: Call WSDOT bridge maintenance staff at 360.533.9360.
, mile 3.4, will open as soon as practicable for all non-commercial vessels that cannot pass under the closed draws, but in no case shall the delay be more than 20 minutes from the time the opening was requested. Once you have requested an opening, be aware of the boats around or behind you. By continuing to use our website, you’re agreeing to our cookie policy. , mile 0.1, at Niantic, opens on signal; except that, from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., and 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays, the draw shall open only for the passage of commercial vessels. Amtrak Bridge, mile 3.0, at New London, opens on signal to 75 feet above mean high water for all vessel traffic unless a full bridge opening to 135.3 feet above mean high water is requested. Overhead power cables at the bridge have a clearance of 192 feet. Answers to common questions are below. It takes all of us to make it work.
Sounding of the boat horn, one long blast and one short blast. Amtrak Bridge, mile 3.0, at New London, opens on signal to 75 feet above mean high water for all vessel traffic unless a full bridge opening to 135.3 feet above mean high water is requested. Some sailboats will hang loaded dinghies or heavy jugs of water out to the side on a spinnaker pole and a halyard to cause a heel that will allow them through. A boat on the other side of the bridge that is coming through with a current pushing it toward the bridge should normally be given the right of way. Many tenders have little actual experience running boats.
Rules of the Road are very important, not to mention common sense. The draw opens on signal for commercial vessels at all times. the water. The delay should not exceed 10 minutes. WSDOT works with the US Coast Guard to create reasonable restrictions on marine openings (for vessels under 5,000 gross tons) during peak travel times to ease congestion for drivers when possible. years of high tides. You may get a chance to make the first bid, called the opening bid. top may not have actually touched the Also, voltage has been
At some point in your travels here and there by boat, you may have to request a bridge opening. Many vessels are only able to navigate the river and sloughs during high tide so bridge openings are regulated by the timing of the tide.Vessel clearance: Vertical clearance at high tide is 35 feet. Otherwise the wrong bridge may think you need an opening. the clearance. Most bridges will have a clearance board, which is a scale posted at water level on the bridge opening that shows a vertical clearance in real time. People who simply plug distance to run into a chartplotter are often fooled. Location: ClarkstonRestrictions on marine openings: From March 15 - November 15 openings for marine traffic are restricted except at 6 a.m., 10 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. From November 16 through March 14 openings for marine traffic are restricted except at 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.Vessel clearance: Close the vessel clearance ranges from 10 -15' depending on the tide. Requiring an opening just because you don't want to lower your antenna or outrigger isn't lawful. Vessels drawing 14 feet of water or more shall add one prolonged blast after the three short blasts. Information on the bridge construction project can be found here: https://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=3893&q=581086. However, never take a chance with “close”. Factors to keep in mind when waiting for a drawbridge. �����\R���3���(�h"!�;Y�^,@Zq�����?��N��f5�7��c��bC�i�F`��0��>��>����&!�ۆ��]���ta��lYU!�j��4CaP��"W��|]��GDQ�s��R�:n�vW����G��+4����D��mo���>�ޗ-0 B��A�N����{]��� From 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. the draw opens on signal if at least a one-hour advance notice is given by calling the number posted at the bridge. Standing on your deck and looking up creates an optical illusion making the overhead span seem much closer. This means that small boats and skiffs may be blithely taking off from behind the pilings, heading into the path of boats coming through the bridge. Spanning the Duwamish River, the bridge carries thousands of vehicles each day with hundreds of boats passing under it monthly carrying millions of dollars worth of consumer goods. How Request a Bridge Opening via VHF Radio Navigating Bridges. Try to keep out of the way and communicate with other boats via your VHF radio if needed. The drawspan may be opened anytime on the weekend or on federal holidays.Vessel clearance: 46'Request an opening: Call the bridge tender at 206.720.3048 or on VHF CH. Subscription to the print version of BoatUS Magazine, 4% back on purchases from West Marine stores or online at WestMarine.com, Discounts on fuel, transient slips, repairs and more at over 1,200 businesses, Deals on cruises, charters, car rentals, hotel stays and more…. COVID-19 Information: Connecticut residents are urged to continue taking precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Request an opening: Call the bridge tender at 425-339-1701 or 425-231-5388 or VHF CH. Signals include horn blasts (usually a long and a short), but most boats call the bridge tender on the VHF. ���F'F��{jB��vgݙ@!�����*��7]V���G��W�JLe���*��JlD��s���P�4�T����lX/ $���z���iU��1���e�k:����� From December 1 through March 31, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., the draw shall open on signal if at least six hours notice is given by calling the number posted at the bridge. Bridges stand by on channel 9 or 13, depending on location. All other vessels will be passed as soon as practicable but no later than 20 minutes after the signal to open is given. This does not apply to vessels over 1000 tons. Bridges open on request between 7 AM and 11 PM. 3 0 obj Keep in mind floods and high tides can diminish the clearance! 5 0 obj Other waterways besides the AICW have different height restrictions. The Spokane St Swing Bridge openings last about 10 minutes. Keep it short, simple, and sincere.