USCG Exam PracticeRule 9 — Narrow Channels
According to the Inland Navigation Rules, a vessel proceeding along a narrow channel shall keep as near as is safe and practicable to which side of the channel?
- A. The port side of the channel
- B. The center of the channel
- ✓ The outer limit of the channel on her starboard sideCorrect
- D. The outer limit of the channel on her port side
Why C is correct
Inland Rule 9(a)(i) requires a vessel proceeding along a narrow channel to keep as near to the outer limit of the channel which lies on her starboard side as is safe and practicable. This keeps opposing traffic separated.
Cited:33 CFR §83.09(a)(i)