# Security Zone; Ohio River, Cincinnati, OH

**Action Urgency Score:** 30/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Homeland Security Department; Coast Guard |
| Type | Final rule |
| Action | Temporary final rule. |
| Published | 2026-08-21 |
| Effective | 2026-08-20 |
| Significant | No |
| CFR parts | 33 CFR 165 |
| Summary | The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary security zone for all navigable waters of the Ohio River, extending the entire width of the river, between mile markers (MM) 461 to MM 473. This security zone is needed to provide waterside security and protection of persons under the protection of the United States Secret Service during a visit to Cincinnati, OH. During the enforcement period, entry into, transiting, or anchoring in the security zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Ohio Valley (COTP) or a designated on-scene U.S. Coast Guard representative. |
| Document number | 2026-17131 |

## Why this score
- Final rule.

Source: Federal Register API (Office of the Federal Register) (https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/21/2026-17131/security-zone-ohio-river-cincinnati-oh). Last refreshed: 2026-11-04T09:17:43.641Z.
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