A non-lateral marker indicates a specific navigation point or reference that is not associated with the lateral boundaries of a waterway. These markers can provide information related to navigation, such as hazard warnings, directions, or points of interest. Unlike lateral markers, which guide vessels along the navigable path, non-lateral markers serve to enhance safety and awareness for mariners. Examples include buoy markers indicating obstructions or informational signs related to marine regulations.
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A non-lateral marker is a navigation aid that is not used to indicate the sides of a channel. These markers typically provide information such as safe passage, direction, or distance from hazards. Examples include buoys indicating junctions or turns in a waterway.
A non-lateral marker usually denotes hazards or obstructions in the water that you should navigate around. These markers are typically used to indicate safe passage or to warn of potential dangers, and they help maintain safe navigation in waterways.
An anchor buoy is a small buoy attached to an anchor by a light line and used to indicate the position of an anchor.
Non-lateral, They may notify you of regulations, like speed or no wake zones, warn of special hazards (like dams) or mark areas to stay away from, or give information,
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In Region A it is a starboard hand buoy, in Region B it is a port hand buoy. These are lateral marks and in some areas the shape of the buoy cannot be relied upon.
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.
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