§ 67.30-10. Sound signals.

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(a)The owner of a Class "C" structure shall install a sound signal if:

(1)The structure is erected on or adjacent to the edge of a:

(i)Navigable channel;

(ii)Fairways; or

(iii)Line of demarcation; and

(2)The District Commander decides it is necessary for the safety of marine commerce.

(b)Sound signals required by paragraph

(a)of this section must have rated range of at least one-half mile, unless the District Commander prescribes a greater rated range, not to exceed 2 miles.

(c)The owner of the structure shall operate the sound signal required by paragraph

(a)of this section whenever the visibility in any direction is less than 3 miles, unless the District Commander establishes a greater or lesser distance of visibility, not to exceed 5 miles.

(d)Class "C" structures may have sound signals if:

(1)Authorized by the District Commander under the provisions of Subpart 66.01 of this subchapter; and

(2)The sound signal meets the requirements of § 67.10-1

(a)and (b). \[CGD 72-74R, 37 FR 13513, July 8, 1972\]