USCG Exam PracticeRule 9 — Narrow Channels
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, which vessel is expressly required to avoid anchoring in a narrow channel?
- A. Only power-driven vessels over 20 meters in length
- B. Only vessels restricted in their ability to maneuver
- ✓ Any vessel, if the circumstances of the case admitCorrect
- D. Only sailing vessels and vessels engaged in fishing
Why C is correct
Inland Rule 9(g) states that any vessel shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid anchoring in a narrow channel. The obligation applies to all vessels without restriction by type or size.
Cited:33 CFR §83.09(g)