USCG Exam Practice · Rule 9 — Narrow Channels
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, what action is required of any vessel, if circumstances permit, with respect to anchoring in a narrow channel?
- AThe vessel shall anchor only on the starboard side of the channel
- BThe vessel shall avoid anchoring in a narrow channel✓ correct
- CThe vessel shall anchor only with permission of the Coast Guard
- DThe vessel shall anchor only if she is less than 20 meters in length
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.09(g) states that any vessel shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid anchoring in a narrow channel. The rule applies to all vessels without distinction as to size or type.
Cited:33 CFR §83.09
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