Mark the edges of safe water areas.
Mark the edges of safe water areas.
Intracoastal Waterway
intracoastal waterway
Intracoastal Waterway
Intracoastal Waterway
To mark the shipping channel.
The main purpose of the lateral system of red and green buoys and markers is to indicate the sides of a navigable waterway or the location of hazards. Red buoys/markers should be kept on the right or starboard side of the boat when traveling upstream, while green buoys/markers should be kept on the left or port side. This system helps to ensure safe navigation and prevent collisions.
These markers are used as navigation aids indicating prohibited area, danger area, restricted area and general instructions. They are also known as non-lateral markers.
These markers are used as navigation aids indicating prohibited area, danger area, restricted area and general instructions. They are also known as non-lateral markers.
These markers are used as navigation aids indicating prohibited area, danger area, restricted area and general instructions. They are also known as non-lateral markers.
Yellow triangles and squares on lateral markers are used in navigation to indicate specific navigational information. Typically, yellow triangles signify caution, alerting mariners to potential hazards, while yellow squares may indicate safe passage or the presence of a channel. These markers are essential for guiding vessels and ensuring safe navigation in waterways. Always refer to local navigation charts for precise meanings and contexts.
A non-lateral marker indicates the presence of hazards or obstructions that are not related to the direction of navigable waters. They are usually used to mark areas such as underwater pipelines, mooring fields, or designated swim areas. Boaters should navigate around non-lateral markers to avoid these hazards.