# Special Local Regulation; Chickahominy River, Williamsburg, VA

**Action Urgency Score:** 30/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Homeland Security Department; Coast Guard |
| Type | Final rule |
| Action | Temporary final rule. |
| Published | 2026-08-28 |
| Effective | 2026-09-20 |
| Significant | No |
| CFR parts | 33 CFR 100 |
| Summary | The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary special local regulation (SLR) for navigable waters of the Chickahominy River. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters near Williamsburg, VA during a rowing event. This regulation prohibits persons and vessels from entering the regulated area unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port Virginia (COTP) or their designated representative. |
| Document number | 2026-17608 |

## Why this score
- Final rule.

Source: Federal Register API (Office of the Federal Register) (https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/28/2026-17608/special-local-regulation-chickahominy-river-williamsburg-va). Last refreshed: 2026-11-04T09:17:43.641Z.
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