Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 171.114 — Penetrations And Openings In Watertight Bulkheads In A Vessel Less Than A 100 Gross Tons
46 C.F.R. § 171.114
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(a) Penetrations and openings in watertight bulkheads must—
(1) Be kept as high and as far inboard as practicable; and
(2) Have means to make them watertight.
(b) Watertight bulkheads must not have sluice valves.
(c) Each main traverse watertight bulkhead must extend to the bulkhead deck.
Authorizing Statute
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Superintendence of the merchant marine46 U.S.C. § 2103