Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 147.869 — Safety Zone; Appomattox Fps Facility, Outer Continental Shelf On The Gulf Of America
33 C.F.R. § 147.869
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(a) Description. The Appomattox Floating Production System (FPS) system is in the deepwater area of the Gulf of America at Mississippi Canyon Block 437. The facility is located at 28°34′25.47″ N 87°56′03.11″ 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.
(b) Regulation. No vessel may enter or remain in this safety zone except the following:
(1) An attending vessel, as defined by 33 CFR 147.20;
(2) A vessel under 100 feet in length overall not engaged in towing; or
(3) A vessel authorized by the USCG Heartland District Commander or a designated representative.
Authorizing Statute
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Aids to maritime navigation; penalty14 U.S.C. § 544
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Laws and regulations governing lands43 U.S.C. § 1333