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33 CFR §147.879

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  1. (a)Description. The Vito FPS is in the deepwater area of the Gulf of America at Mississippi Canyon Block 939. The facility is located at 28°01′32.325″ N, 89°12′33.254″ W, (NAD 83) and the area within 500 meters (1640.4 feet) from each point on the facility structure's outer edge is a safety zone.
  2. (b)Regulation. No vessel may enter or remain in this safety zone except for the following:
    1. (1)An attending vessel, as defined in 147.20;
    2. (2)A vessel under 100 feet in length overall not engaged in towing; or
    3. (3)A vessel authorized by the Commander, USCG Heartland District or a designated representative.
  3. (c)Requests for permission. Persons or vessels requiring authorization to enter the safety zone must request permission from the Commander, USCG Heartland District or a designated representative. If permission is granted, all persons and vessels shall comply with the instructions of the Commander or designated representative.