Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 14, 2026

Title 33 - Navigation and Navigable Waters last revised: Feb 11, 2026
§ 160.101 - Purpose.

This subpart describes the authority exercised by District Commanders and Captains of the Ports to insure the safety of vessels and waterfront facilities, and the protection of the navigable waters and the resources therein. The controls described in this subpart are directed to specific situations and hazards.

authority: 46 U.S.C. 70001-70003,70034,and; DHS Delegation 00170.1, Revision No. 01.4. Subpart C is also issued under the authority of 46 U.S.C. 3715 and 46 U.S.C. 70011.
source: CGD 79-026, 48 FR 35404, Aug. 4, 1983, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 33 CFR 160.101