SAFETY / LOWER MISSISSIPPI RIVER / GENERAL / SEC LMR BNM 0071-25 /
MM 303-869 LMR
1. Mariners be advised that MSIB 25-12 has initiated low-water restrictions starting on September 2nd, 2025, for MM 303-869 on the LMR.
2. Southbound tows between MM869 to MM585 shall have: A. Barge drafts no greater than 11'6". B. Barges configured no more than 7 wide.
3. Southbound tows between MM 585 to MM 303 shall have: A. Barges configured no more than 7 wide.
4. Northbound tows between MM 303 to MM 869 shall have: A. Barge drafts no greater than 11'. B. Barges configured no more than 6 wide. C. Barges configured no more than 5 wide for max on loads. D. Barges configured no more than 7 long.
5. Mariners are requested to contact Sector Lower Mississippi River Waterways Management Division at (901) 208-0311 or the Western Rivers Command Center on Ch-16 VHF for further information or report any concerns. BT
