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# 8^TH^ DISTRICT LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

## MISSISSIPPI RIVER SYSTEM

Western Rivers

LIGHT LIST VOLUME V

MONTHLY EDITION

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## NOTICE NUMBER 19-97

May 06, 1997

Issued by: Commander, Eighth Coast Guard District (oan)

Hale Boggs Federal Building, Room 1230

501 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130-3396

Telephone (504) 589-6277 (Office hours 6:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., M-F) (504)
589-6225 (Nights, Holidays, and Weekends)

Information of immediate concern to the mariner, and promulgated by the
following broadcasts has been incorporated into this notice when still
significant:

-   GROUP Upper Mississippi River BNM 0238-97 (UM) to 0258-97 (UM)

-   GROUP Lower Mississippi River BNM 0254-97 (LM) to 0259-97 (LM)

-   GROUP Ohio Valley BNM 0234-97 (OV) to 0242-97 (OV)

Note: (1) The Local Notice to Mariners consists of a Monthly Edition and
Weekly Supplements. The monthly edition should be

maintained as a reference. Recurring information is published once a
month.

LIGHT LIST REFERENCE: COMDTPUB P16502.4, Vol. V, 1996 Edition.

CONTENTS: Rivers are listed in alphabetical order and are not listed
when there is nothing to report.

# REPORT DEFECTS IN AIDS TO NAVIGATION TO THE NEAREST COAST GUARD UNIT.

## LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS DISTRIBUTION POLICY

1\. Due to increasing budget restraints and printing costs, the Eighth
Coast Guard District Local Notice to Mariners distribution policy has

been revised to include the following change:

A. Multiple copies previously distributed to a single mailing address
have been reduced to a single copy. The Local Notice to Mariners is

not a copyrighted document, therefore, recipients are encouraged to
duplicate the publication so as to meet their specific quantity need.

2\. Recipients are reminded that the Local Notice to Mariners is
available on the INTERNET at: HTTP://www.navcen.uscg.mil or

FTP://ftp.navcen.uscg.mil

3\. Mariners capable of downloading the Local Notice to Mariners from
the Internet are strongly encouraged to use this as their primary

method of receiving the publication, and to remove themselves from the
mailing list by calling the phone number listed below.

4\. The Eighth Coast Guard District is also determining the feasibility
of implementing a local, FAX on demand service, for the Gulf of Mexico

and Western Rivers Local Notice to Mariners. Updates on this service
will be made available weekly.

5\. This change in distribution policy went in to effect on April 15,
1997.

6\. Questions may be directed to the Eighth Coast Guard District Aids to
Navigation Branch, Marine Information Section, at (504) 589-6277.

## GENERAL INFORMATION

### HIGH WATER CONDITIONS

Due to extreme high water conditions, private aids may be off station,
and docks may be under water and unmarked. Mariners are urged to transit
these areas with extreme caution at no wake speed to insure safety and
no further damage to docks or aids. (11-97/OAN)

## ALLEGHENY RIVER

### CHANNEL CONDITIONS

Due to the recent floods and strong current conditions on the Allegheny
River, various buoys throughout the region are missing, diving or not
properly marking the channel. Mariners are urged to transit the area
with extreme caution. (12-97/0122OV)

### MILE 43.9 - J. GRAFF BRIDGE

Contractor is installing cable and platform to commence repair work on
this bridge. Owner has reported that cable and platform will not be
hanging below the bridge. Work will take place Monday through Thursday
from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. (16-97/OB)

## ARKANSAS RIVER

### MILE 125.4 TO 118.2 - CHANNEL CONDITION

COE Little Rock advises that the flow on the Arkansas River at Murray
Lock and Dam has exceeded 70,000 CFS. Mariners are informed that the
regulated navigation area at Little Rock Arkansas is now in effect.
Mariners transiting the area from Mile 118.2 to 125.4 must follow the
special operating procedures outlined in 33 Code of Federal Regulations
165.203 and 117.123. (15-97/0203LM)

### MILE 119.1 - BROADWAY STREET BRIDGE

A sandblasting and painting containment structure will be installed in
the navigation span through May 23,1997. Bridge provides 62.4 feet above
normal pool. Containment reduces vertical clearance in the navigation
span by 4 feet and will be pulled up if necessary to allow passage of
river traffic. (17-97/OB)

### MILE 118.8 - MAIN STREET BRIDGE

The left descending upstream protection cell has reportedly received
extensive damage. Mariners should avoid contact with this cell.
(38-96/OB)

Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

00950 386.0 L/B Beverly Light The U/S dayboard temp. changed to CR
(35-96/3376)

00000 349.2 L/B Sandtown Bottom Light Temp. established; showing Fl (2)
R 5s CR/CR (34-96/3363)

00000 347.5 R/B Saylor Bottom Light Temp. established; showing Fl (2) G
4s CG/CG (34-96/3362)

00000 338.6 R/B Applegate Cove Junction Light Temp. established showing
FL (2+1) G 6s (35-96/3391)

00000 221.0 R/B Burton Bluff Light Temp. established showing Fl G 4s
SG/SG (37-96/3413)

00000 220.1 R/B Shoal Creek Light Temp. changed to U/S SG (37-96/3414)

02180 95.8 L/B LaBelle Bayou Daybeacon Temp. discontinued; due to
shifting of channel (51-96/3536)

00000 24.6 L/B Non Lateral Daybeacon (NR) Temp. established for dike;
lettered "D" (42-96/3477)

00000 22.5 R/B Dandy Dans Daybeacon Temp. established on steel "H" beam;
showing SG/SG (42-96/3478)

02650 08.4 L/B Paradise Island Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (12-97/0135LM)

01150 4.3 R/B Haskell County Light Temp. discontinued (34-96/3360)

01155 3.8 R/B San Bois Cutoff Light Temp. relocated to Mile 3.2 RDB;
showing pub. char. (34-96/3361)

02690 00.7 R/B Big Island Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (12-97/0135LM)

## BIG SAND RIVER

### MILE 1.4 TO 1.2 - SHOALING

Shoaling has been reported in the vicinity of Mile 1.2 to Mile 1.4 left
descending bank. All mariners are urged to use caution while transiting
the area. (15-97/0196OV)

## CUMBERLAND RIVER

### MILE 190.7 - SUNKEN BARGE

A barge was previously reported sunk at Mile 190.6. It has now been
reported the barge sank at approximately Mile 190.7 near the left bank,
upstream of the Woodland Street Bridge. A portion of this barge is
visible at normal pool elevation 385.0. The barge has been marked with a
buoy by the owner. Mariners are urged to transit the area with extreme
caution. (17-97/COE)

### MILE 126.0 TO 0.0 - HIGH WATER CONDITIONS

High water and strong current conditions exist between Mile 0.0 to Mile
126.0. The COTP Paducah, Kentucky requests that all mariners proceed at
slowest safe speed to minimize wake and remain near the center of the
channel, particularly in the area of Mile 30.0 to 30.5. All mariners are
urged to exercise extreme caution while transiting these areas. All
vessels must have adequate horsepower to maintain control of their tows.
All barge breakaways shall immediately be reported to USCG Group Ohio
Valley on Channel 16 or at 1(800)253-7465. (11-97/0106OV)

### MILE 191.11 - NEW SHELBY STREET BRIDGE

Two red buoys have been temporarily placed about 60 feet from the left
descending bank to mark cells for a proposed bridge. Mariners transiting
this area are requested to submit comments on the position of these
buoys to: Commander, DWRO (ob), Eighth Coast Guard District, 1222 Spruce
St., St. Louis, MO 63103-2832. (10-97/OB)

### MILE 90.5 - SUNK COAL BARGE

A loaded coal barge sank approximately 150 feet downstream from a nun
buoy, approximate Mile 90.5, adjacent to the foot of Dover Island. The
barge is directly in line with the nun buoy. The barge has 16 feet of
water over the top of it and is marked with a white flashing buoy.
Mariners are urged to transit the area with extreme caution.
(17-97/0217OV)

### MILE 89.6 - CHANNEL CONDITION

TVA has begun replacement of the transmission towers at Mile 89.6. The
work will be performed during daylight hours only, Monday through
Saturday. The work will be completed by approximately May 31, 1997. The
towers will be removed by a sky crane helicopter. The cables will be
replaced across the river by use of small boats and land based
equipment. During non-working hours the equipment will be removed from
the waterway. TVA will have boats positioned upstream and downstream of
the site when pulling cables across the river channel to warn and direct
river traffic. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when transiting
the area. (10-97/COE)

Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

04455 44.8 L/B Prison Farm Landing Light Rptd. destroyed (14-97/0172OV)

## ILLINOIS RIVER

### MILE 287.3 - MCDONOUGH STREET DRAWBRIDGE

The wooden fender is missing from the upstream left descending channel
pier. Mariners should exercise caution and avoid contact with the
concrete pier. Estimated time of repair is spring 1997. (13-97/OB)

### MILE 187.3 TO 0.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

The COTP St. Louis has issued the following safety advisory for Mile 0.0
to Mile 187.3. High water and fast currents have created hazardous
conditions for downbound vessel's in some areas. Allisions with docks
and bridges have been more frequent than usual, particularly at the
Florence Highway Bridge, Mile 56.0. Southbound vessel's are advised to
use extreme caution when transiting bridges, structures and tight turns.

(14-97/0137UM)

-   MILE 162.3 - CHANNEL CONDITION

The COE reports a possible underwater obstruction at Mile 162.3, left
descending bank and believes it may be the remains of the old Franklin
Street Bridge. The obstruction was observed outside of the channel,
approximately 150 feet upstream from the left descending channel pier of
the Bob Michael Bridge. The obstruction has been marked with a nun buoy
in 11 feet of water, with Peoria L/D 's Upper Gauge at 439.85 on May 1,
1997. The COE urges mariners pushing in or transiting this area use
extreme caution. (19-97/0244UM)

-   MILE 157.7 - PEORIA LOCK AND DAM

COE reported difficulties in raising the dam at Peoria L/D, Mile 157.7.
Mariners are advised that the river between Peoria L/D and Starved Rock
is below pool level of 440.0 and will remain below pool until the dam
can be raised. Mariners are requested to contact Peoria L/D for further
information. (19-97/0237UM)

### MILE 88.8 - CHANNEL CONDITION

A lump has been reported on the can buoy line 400 feet above the
Beardstown Railroad Bridge, Mile 88.8. A towboat reportedly ran aground
at that location with a 9 foot draft and the Beardstown Gauge at 10.7 on
January 24, 1997. (05-97/0025UM)

-   MILE 80.0 - LAGRANGE LOCK AND DAM CLOSURE

The LaGrange L/D, Mile 80.0 will be closed on May 14, 1997, 7:00 a.m.
until 7:00 p.m. for installation of the lower gate. Towboat operators
are reminded NOT to tie up to the upper guidewalls during this closure
period. (19-97/COE)

Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

06665 220.7 R/B Peru Lower Daybeacon Downstream CR has been discontinued
(33-96/1680)

06670 219.8 L/B Huse Slough Lower Daybeacon Destroyed; marked with a nun
buoy (13-97/0142UM)

06755 210.3 R/B Illinois and Mississippi Canal

Light Destroyed; marked with a can buoy (13-97/0141UM)

06985 175.5 L/B Sand Point Lower Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon
(12-97/0133UM)

06990 174.9 R/B Circle Light Destroyed (15-97/0196UM)

07030 169.9 L/B Drolls Point Upper Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon
(12-97/0133UM)

07040 167.9 L/B Peoria Heights Light Rptd. destroyed (08-97/0063UM)

07055 165.3 R/B McCluggage Bridge Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon
(12-97/0133UM)

07065 164.5 L/B Le Tourneau Point Upper Light Temp. downgraded to
daybeacon (12-97/0133UM)

07145 163.5 L/B Farm Creek Channel Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon
(12-97/0133UM)

07315 147.2 R/B Kingston Terminal Wreck Buoys Reported missing
(31-96/1635)

\*07475 119.2 L/B Tabor Grain Dock Lights Extinguished (19-97/0238UM)

07565 94.7 R/B Sugar Creek Light Temp. repaired; showing pub. char.
(16-97/0210UM)

07650 84.1 R/B Briggs Landing Light Rptd. destroyed; due to high water;
marked with can buoy (14-97/0154UM)

07850 55.0 R/B Florence Light U/S dayboard missing (13-97/0136UM)

## KANAWHA RIVER

### CHANNEL CONDITIONS

Due to the recent floods and strong current conditions on the Kanawha
River, various buoys throughout the region are missing, diving or not
properly marking the channel. Mariners are urged to transit the area
with extreme caution. (12-97/0122OV)

### MILE 67.7 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Replacement of the sheet mooring cell in the upper approach to Marmet
Lock, Mile 67.7 has commenced. The floating plant will consist of the
M/V TOM COOK. The work will be performed during daylight hours, 6 days
per week and completed approximately June 23, 1997. A helper boat will
be available to assist locking tows in the upper approach during the
construction. Normally, upbound tows will use the land chamber and
downbound tows will use the river chamber. This locking sequence will be
in effect during the work effort and is subject to change should river
or other conditions warrant. Mariners are requested to transit the area
with extreme caution. (16-97/COE)

### MILE 56.2 TO 54.7 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Work has commenced on placing stone bank protection along the left
descending bank, in the back channel at Blaines Island, Mile 54.7 to
56.2. This work will be done intermittently through December, 1997, the
work will not impact navigation transiting on the river. The work will
be performed during daylight hours only, 6 days per week. During
non-working hours the floating will be moored at the worksite and
lighted accordingly. Mariners are urged to transit the area with extreme
caution. (10-97/COE)

### MILE 32.1, 26.2 AND 21.2 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Work has commenced on placing stone bank protection along the right
descending bank at Mile 21.2 and Mile 26.2 and along the left descending
bank and at Mile 32.1. The floating plants will consist of the M/V TAMMY
WHITE, M/V LUCEDALE and the M/V TOM COOK. The work will be performed
during daylight hours, 6 days per week and work will be completed by
approximately August 15, 1997. The floating will be moored at the work
site during non-working hours and lighted accordingly. Mariners are
urged to transit the area with extreme caution. (11-97/COE)

### MILE 25.0 - PROPOSED LOWER BUFFALO HIGHWAY BRIDGE

Buoys have been set to simulate location of channel piers of proposed
new bridge. (13-97/OB)

Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

08610 45.4 L/B Coal River Light Destroyed; due to high water
(12-97/0125OV)

\*08765 26.9 R/B Midway Light Corrected; showing pub. char. (19-97)

\*08795 19.2 R/B Dam No. 10 Light Relighted; showing pub. char. (19-97)

\*08800 17.5 R/B Indian Rock Light Relighted; showing pub. char. (19-97)

\*08830 10.9 L/B Pond Gut Light No longer daybeacon; showing pub. char.
(19-97)

## LOWER MISSISSIPPI RIVER

-   MILE 922.0 - DREDGING

Dredge KELLY L will be conducting dredging operations at Mile 922.0,
left descending bank until approximately June 14, 1997. During this
period, a pipeline will extend into the harbor along the right
descending bank. All vessels are requested to transit the area with
caution when passing floating plants engaged in dredging operations.
(19-97/0219LM)

### MILE 843.5 TO 841.5 - HIGH WATER CONDITIONS

Due to high water conditions between Mile 841.5 to Mile 843.5 on the
right descending bank, it has become necessary to reinforce private
levees. All vessels are requested to transit the area at slowest safe
maneuvering speed to minimize wake damage. (11-97/0087LM)

### MILE 823.0 - CHANNEL CONDITIONS

The COE in Memphis are concerned about levees on the left descending
bank at Mile 823.0 in the vicinity of Island 21. Mariners transiting the
area are urged to keep to the navigation channel instead of transiting
the Island 21 Chute to avoid levees damage. (12-97/0115LM)

### MILE 789.3 - SUNKEN BARGE

A barge has sunk at Mile 789.3, approximately 350 feet from the right
descending bank in 25 feet of water with Memphis Gauge at 19.6 feet and
falling on December 29, 1996. The barge has been marked with a marker
buoy. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution in the area.

(01-97/3543)

### MILE 736.0 TO 733.0 - HIGH WATER CONDITIONS

Due to high water conditions between Mile 733.0 to Mile 736.0 on the
left descending bank, it has become necessary to reinforce private
levees. All vessels are urged to transit the area at slowest safe
maneuvering speed to minimize wake damage. All vessels are also urged to
contact M/V S/R KENTUCKY 2 hours prior to reaching Mile 733.0 to Mile
736.0 to set up passing agreements due to barge operations.
(12-97/0114LM)

### MILE 726.0 - SUNKEN VESSEL

The M/V ROSA LOWERY has begun salvage operations on the M/V GEORGE L at
Mile 726.0 left descending bank. All vessels are requested to transit
the area with caution and to contact M/V ROSA LOWERY on Channels 13 or
16 for further information. (01-97/3541)

### MILE 699.0 TO 696.0 - HIGH WATER CONDITIONS

Due to high water conditions between Mile 696.0 to Mile 699.0 on the
right descending bank, it has become necessary to reinforce private
levees. All vessels are requested to transit the area at slowest safe
maneuvering speed to minimize wake damage. (11-97/0109LM)

### MILE 662.0 TO 660.0 - HIGH WATER CONDITIONS

All vessels are requested to transit the Helena Marine Service Fleeting
area at the slowest safe maneuvering speed, due to high water conditions
between Mile 660.0 to Mile 662.0 left descending bank. (13-97/0162LM)

MILE 653.0 TO 651.0 - HIGH WATER CONDITION

Due to high water conditions between Mile 651.0 to Mile 653.0 on the
left descending bank, it has become necessary to reinforce private
levees. All vessels are urged to transit the area at slowest safe
maneuvering speed to minimize wake damage. (12-97/0126LM)

### MILE 646.0 TO 644.0 - HIGH WATER CONDITION

Due to high water conditions between Mile 644.0 to Mile 646.0 on the
right descending bank, it has become necessary to reinforce private
levees. All vessels are urged to transit the area at slowest safe
maneuvering speed to minimize wake damage. (12-97/0127LM)

-   MILE 574.0 TO 564.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Effective immediately, due too swift current in the vicinity of Cypress
Bend, Mile 564.0 and Mile 574.0, vessels may not pass or overtake
another vessel while transiting this area. Numerous vessels have
reported stalling in this area unable to make headway due to the
current. Mariners are urged to transit this area with extreme caution.
(19-97/0216LM)

### MILE 530.5 - SUBMERGED BARGE

A nun buoy has been set approximately 100 yards off the left descending
bank at Mile 530.5 to mark a partially submerged barge. The barge also
has 2 white lights on it. There is approximately 11 feet of water over
the submerged end of the barge with the Greenville Gauge at 26.4 feet on
January 22, 1997. Mariners are urged to transit the area with extreme
caution. (05-97/0022LM)

-   MILE 507.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Due to the high water conditions on the Lower Mississippi River and the
concerns over protecting the levee revetment; mariners are prohibited
from navigating too close to or pushing up on the revetment. This
prohibition is effective from Mile 507.0 downriver. (19-97/0176LM)

### MILE 364.0 TO 361.0 - HIGH WATER CONDITIONS

All vessels are requested to transit the Natchez area at the slowest
safe maneuvering speed, due to high water conditions between Mile 361.0
to Mile 364.0 left descending bank. (13-97/0170LM)

### MILE 313.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

The warning sign located at Mile 313.0, right descending bank, warning
of the dangerous draw created by the Old River control structure is
missing. Mariners are reminded of this draw area which extends from Mile
313.0 to Mile 315.0, and to use extreme caution when transiting this
area.

(13-97/0166LM)

### MILE 302.0 TO 300.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Due to high water at the levee near the Angola Prison a slow bell is
requested from all mariners at Mile 300.0 to Mile 302.0, above Head of
Passes.

(14-97/0173LM)

### MILE 265.0 - SUBMERGED DOCK

There is a submerged dock at the Bayou Sarra COE casting field on the
left descending bank at Mile 265.0. The dock was reported covered with
11 feet of water on April 23, 1997, with the Red River Long Gauge at
51.5 and falling. All vessels are requested to transit the area with
extreme caution.

(18-97/0250LM)

### MILE 235.0 TO 78.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

All chemical vessels and compressed gas tank ships are restricted to
downbound transit during daylight hours. This requirement is effective
from Mile 78.0, above Head of Passes to Mile 235.0, Baton Rouge.
(14-97/0185LM)

MILE 234.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

The low water buoys in the vicinity of Wilkinson Point, Mile 234.0 have
been dis-established. All mariners are urged to use extreme caution when
transiting the point. (13-97/0168LM)

-   MILE 234.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Bear Industries will be conducting offloading operations at Wilkinson
Point, Mile 234.0, right descending bank. The loading operations will be
during daylight hours until June 1, 1997. All mariners are urged to
transit the area with extreme caution. (19-97/0254LM)

(Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

09530 953.5 L/B Upper River Range Light Destroyed; due high water
(11-97/0080LM)

09535 952.6 L/B Quaker Oats Light Destroyed; due to high water
(12-97/0079LM)

09560 946.4 R/B Prichard Point Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0078LM)

09565 943.6 L/B Putney Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to high
water (11-97/0077LM)

09605 936.1 L/B Columbus Point Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0076LM)

09625 927.9 L/B Williams Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0074LM)

09630 926.8 L/B Samuel Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to high
water (11-97/0073LM)

09635 924.6 R/B Parker Landing Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0072LM)

\*09665 915.4 L/B French Point Light Rebuilt; showing pub. char. (19-97)

09675 913.5 R/B Island 8 Head Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0070LM)

09680 911.6 L/B Island 8 Chute Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0071LM)

09685 909.8 R/B Milton Bell Upper Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (11-97/0088LM)

\*09695 904.6 L/B Lester Light Rebuilt; showing pub. char. (19-97)

09700 902.3 L/B Island 10 Bar Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0090LM)

09725 890.5 R/B Morrison Towhead Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (11-97/0091LM)

09765 886.4 R/B New Madrid Island Lower Light Rebuilt; temp. downgraded
to daybeacon; due to high water (16-97/0227LM)

09775 878.1 L/B Marr Towhead Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0092LM)

09790 873.0 L/B Bixby Towhead Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0093LM)

09825 864.5 R/B Carey Upper Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0095LM)

09830 862.7 R/B Little Cypress Bend Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (11-97/0096LM)

09835 858.6 L/B Island 14 Chute Light Destroyed; due high water
(11-97/0081LM)

09850 856.0 L/B Murphy Smith Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0097LM)

09855 851.7 R/B Robinson Bayou Upper Light Temp. downgraded to
daybeacon; due to high water (11-97/0098LM)

09860 850.7 R/B Robinson Bayou Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0099LM)

09875 849.3 R/B Eastwood Light Destroyed; due high water (11-97/0082LM)

09910 842.5 L/B Blaker Towhead Lower Light Temp. downgraded to
daybeacon; due to high water (11-97/0101LM)

09915 840.1 L/B Linwood Bend Light Rebuilt; temp. downgraded to
daybeacon; due to high water (17-97/0232LM)

09955 830.0 L/B Heloise Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to high
water (11-97/0102LM)

09960 828.0 R/B Huffman Upper Light Rebuilt; temp. downgraded to
daybeacon; due to high water (17-97/0233LM)

09970 825.4 R/B Huffman Light Rebuilt; temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (17-97/0233LM)

09980 822.0 L/B Obion Bar Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0104LM)

10000 814.8 L/B Nebraska Point Light Destroyed; due to high water
(17-97/0231LM)

\*10130 776.9 R/B Sunrise Towhead Bar Light Corrected; showing pub.
char. (19-97)

10140 773.0 R/B Stonewall Light Destroyed; due to high water
(16-97/0208LM)

10145 771.9 R/B Lookout Towhead Destroyed; due to high water
(16-97/0209LM)

\*10210 751.1 L/B Brandywine Chute Light Corrected; showing pub. char.
(19-97)

\*10215 750.2 R/B Island 39 Light Corrected; showing pub. char. (19-97)

\*10225 744.9 R/B Island 40 Foot Light Corrected; showing pub. char.
(19-97)

\*10230 742.0 R/B Redman Bar Light Corrected; showing pub. char. (19-97)

\*10450 717.8 R/B Armstrong Bar Upper Corrected; showing pub. char.
(19-97)

\*10455 716.8 R/B Armstrong Bar Light Corrected; showing pub. char.
(19-97)

10535 676.0 L/B Harbert Point Upper Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (11-97/0065LM)

10560 666.8 L/B Flower Lake Bar Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0064LM)

10570 663.5 R/B Jimmy Hawken Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0063LM)

10635 651.6 R/B Westover Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0060LM)

10680 634.1 R/B Huey Upper Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0058LM)

10695 625.5 R/B Sunflower Cutoff Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (12-97/0141LM)

10700 624.8 R/B Sunflower Cutoff Foot Light Destroyed; due to high water
(12-97/0143LM)

\*10710 620.8 R/B Ludlow Bar Light Corrected; showing pub. char. (19-97)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

10715 619.6 R/B Wood Cottage Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (12-97/0139LM)

\*10745 608.2 R/B Laconia Upper Light Rebuilt; showing pub. char.
(19-97)

\*10750 606.6 R/B Laconia Light Rebuilt; showing pub. char. (19-97)

10755 603.6 L/B Clay Wilson Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (12-97/0136LM)

\*10760 601.5 L/B Smith Point Light Rebuilt; showing pub. char. (19-97)

10765 600.2 R/B Henrico Bar Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (12-97/0144LM)

10780 595.9 L/B Concordia Bar Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (12-97/0133LM)

10815 585.2 L/B Riverton Middle Bar Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (12-97/0132LM)

10840 583.8 L/B Pride Point Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (14-97/0199LM)

10885 568.6 R/B Cypress Bend Light Destroyed; due to high water
(14-97/0197LM)

10890 567.1 R/B Chicot City Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (12-97/0130LM)

10905 559.8 L/B Mounds Crevasse Lower Light Temp. downgraded to
daybeacon; due to high water (14-97/0198LM)

10950 546.8 L/B Island 82 Middle Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (12-97/0129LM)

10955 545.0 L/B Miller Bend Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (12-97/0128LM)

11043 534.2 R/B Spanish Moss Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0061LM)

11050 532.9 R/B Vaucluse Bend Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0062LM)

\*11085 522.5 L/B Walnut Point Light Rebuilt; showing pub. char. (19-97)

11195 480.6 R/B Chinaman Light Destroyed; due to high water
(14-97/0180LM)

11200 478.8 L/B Fitler Bend Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0067LM)

\*11215 472.1 L/B Seitz Light Corrected; showing pub. char. (19-97)

\*11230 468.8 R/B Cottonwood Bar Pointway

Lower Light Corrected; showing pub. char. (19-97)

\*11270 449.2 R/B Cabin Teele Light Corrected; showing pub. char.
(19-97)

11280 445.2 L/B Joseph Henry Light Destroyed; due to high water
(14-97/0182LM)

11395 434.9 L/B Cypress Bunch Light Changed to show Fl (2) W 5s TR/CR
(44-96/3492)

11405 432.0 L/B Racetrack Light Discontinued; due to channel
realignment; aid no long marks channel (42-96/3476)

00000 429.5 R/B Coggins Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0167LM)

11415 427.5 R/B Reid Bedford Point Light Changed D/S daymark to show SG
(44-96/3491)

\*11425 424.0 R/B Diamond Light Destroyed; due to high water
(19-97/0175LM)

11445 415.0 R/B Togo Island Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (11-97/0059LM)

11745 397.5 R/B Hog Point Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (12-97/0150LM)

11490 393.8 L/B Bandurant Towhead Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (11-97/0057LM)

11510 383.2 R/B Kempe Sand Dike Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (11-97/0056LM)

11620 348.6 R/B St. Catherine Bar Light Destroyed; due to high water
(12-97/0148LM)

11630 343.7 R/B Glasscock Light Destroyed; due to high water
(17-97/0243LM)

11635 341.3 R/B Glasscock Island Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (11-97/0052LM)

11645 337.7 L/B Black Hills Daybeacon Destroyed; due to high water
(12-97/0147LM)

11655 330.4 R/B Bougere Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to high
water (11-97/0050LM)

11690 316.0 R/B Black Hawk Point Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (12-97/0149LM)

11740 300.2 R/B Smithland Lower Light Destroyed; due to high water
(17-97/0235LM)

11765 285.4 R/B Brunette Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (13-97/0160LM)

11780 280.8 R/B Fleta Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to high
water (13-97/0161LM)

11795 277.2 R/B Morganza Crevasse Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (12-97/0155LM)

11815 268.4 R/B Grave Yard Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (12-97/0156LM)

11905 241.8 L/B Thomas Point Light Destroyed (16-97/0215LM)

11920 239.1 R/B Mulatto Bend Light Destroyed; due to high water
(12-97/0158LM)

11925 238.1 R/B Lobdell Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to high
water (12-97/0157LM)

## UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER

### MILE 853.7 TO 728.5 - LOCK AND DAM CLOSURES

The COE reports all L/D's from L/D 5a, Mile 728.5 to Upper St. Anthony
L/D, Mile 853.7 are closed to navigation due to high flow of water and
severe outdrafts. (15-97/0198UM)

-   MILE 819.0 - SHOALING

Shoaling has been reported on the nun buoy line at Mile 819.0. A towboat
reportedly ran aground at this location with a 9 foot draft and L/D 2
Upper Gauge at 686.65 on May 4, 1997. Mariners are urged to use extreme
caution when transiting the area. (19-97/0250UM)

-   MILE 754.0 - DREDGING

Dredging operations will be performed at Mile 754.0, during the hours of
6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Mariners are urged to
contact the M/V SPERANZA for passing instructions and additional
information. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when in the area.

(19-97/0253UM)

-   MILE 726.3 - DREDGING

Dredging operations are being conducted at the inlet to Yeoman's Pond,
Mile 726.3. Dredging operations are off the main channel and is not
expected to effect river traffic. Dredging will be performed during the
hours of 6:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., 5 days per week. Mariners are urged
to contact the M/V ANNE MARIE on Channel 16 for additional information.
Work will be completed by approximately June 13, 1997.

(19-97/FAXINFO)

-   MILE 705.3 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Repair work is being conducted to the retaining wall at Mile 705.3. Work
is being performed during 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., Monday through
Thursday. Mariners should use extreme caution for the construction
vessel. Mariners are urged to contact the M/V JOHN MANNING on Channel 16
for additional information. Work is expected to be completed by
approximately June 9, 1997. (19-97/FAXINFO)

### MILE 684.5 - CHANNEL CONDITION

A log has been reported submerged on the can buoy line at Mile 684.5.
(17-97/0231UM)

-   MILE 648.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Dam rehabilitation work is being conducted at L/D 9 at Mile 648.0. Work
will be conducted from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., Monday through
Thursday. Work is not expected to affect navigation. Mariners are urged
to contact L/D 8 for additional informtion. Work will be completed by
approximately June 13, 1997. (19-97/FAXINFO)

-   MILE 647.9 TO 627.5 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Work is being performed between Mile 627.5 and Mile 647.9, from 7:00
a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Work will be completed by
approximately August 15, 1997 and mariners are urged to contact the M/V
CHARLES B. on Channel 16 for additional information.

(19-97/FAXINFO)

-   MILE 579.3 - JULIEN DUBUQUE HIGHWAY BRIDGE

Contractor will be conducting sandblasting and painting, as well as deck
resurfacing on this bridge. A containment will be hanging one foot below
the bridge allowing 66 feet of vertical clearance. (19-97/OB)

### MILE 556.7 - CHANNEL CONDITION

The COE reports L/D 12, Mile 556.7 right descending bank (Bellevue,
Iowa) is closed to navigation until further notice, due to high water
conditions.

(16-97/0214UM)

### MILE 552.5 TO 482.9 - CHANNEL CONDITION

The COTP St. Louis advises all mariners to operate at slowest safest
navigable speed in the reach between Mile 482.9 to Mile 522.5, due to
high water and flooding conditions to prevent wake damage to property
and levees in this area. (16-97/0220UM)

-   MILE 518.0 - CLINTON RAILROAD DRAWBRIDGE

Lights on the upstream protection cell are not functioning. Bridge is
equipped with red retro-reflective panels. Sheerfence is marked with
yellow reflective material. (19-97/OB)

### MILE 493.3 - CHANNEL CONDITION

The COE has reported sounding the lower approach of L/D 14, Mile 493.3
and found several can buoys not properly marking the channel below the
lock. Mariners are urged to transit L/D 14 with extreme caution.
(14-97/0172UM)

-   MILE 482.9 - ROCK ISLAND RAILROAD AND HIGHWAY BRIDGE

Mariners are reminded that in cooperation with Rock Island Arsenal,
openings should not be requested during peak traffic hours of 6 a.m. to

7:25 a.m. and 3:10 p.m. to 4:40 p.m. Monday through Friday during the
1997 navigation season. Bridge drawspan will be immobilized in the
closed-to-navigation position on May 11, 1997 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00
a.m. (19-97/OB)

MILE 438.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

The COE advises that, due to erosion of the Illinois shoreline adjacent
to Bay Island Levee in the vicinity of Mile 438.0, mariners are urged to
avoid the area as much as possible and minimize propeller and rudder
action which would cause further deterioration of the shoreline.

(12-97/0130UM)

-   MILE 403.1 - BURLINGTON RAILROAD DRAWBRIDGE

The right descending protection cell is damaged, has missing timbers and
is vulnerable to further damage. Mariners are asked to contact the
bridge on Channel 14 for information on passing. (19-97/OB)

### MILE 309.5 - HANNIBAL HIGHWAY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

Contractor's work platform will be located adjacent to the left
descending side of the channel 24 hours per day through April 18, 1997.
Platform will be lighted with red lights at night. Mariners may contact
the M/V NEBRASKA in advance during daylight hours to determine
conditions at the project site. (15-97OB)

### MILE 309.2 - HANNIBAL HIGHWAY BRIDGE RIPRAP

Contractor will be placing rip-rap scour protection around the piers of
the Hannibal Highway Bridge during daylight hours from April 15, 1997
through May 15, 1997. Mariners should contact the M/V SIR RANDALL
WXV-8732 via Channels 13/16 in advance to determine conditions at the
bridge. (15-97/OB)

### MILE 200.8 - MEL PRICE LOCK AND DAM

A submerged object has been reported 200-300 feet off the upper
auxiliary lock wall at Mel Price L/D, Mile 200.8. A southbound towboat
hit the object with a 8 foot draft and the lock's Upper Gauge at 414.0.
Normal elevation of the Upper Gauge is 419.0. The lockmaster reports
loads will not be locked through the auxiliary chamber until river
levels drop, so the area can be surveyed and the object removed.
Mariners are advised to transit Mel Price pool and auxiliary chamber
with caution. (15-97/0178UM)

### MILE 194.2 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Mariners are advised the M/V SHERYL and the M/V TWYLA MARGE will be
constructing weirs at the upper entrance of the Chain of Rocks Canal,
Mile 194.2. Work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through
Friday. Contact the M/V's on Channel 13 or 72 for additional
information.

(13-97/0147UM)

### MILE 177.5 - SUNKEN TOWBOAT

The M/V MARY BURKE has been located resting on bottom in approximately
50 feet of water at Mile 177.5. The vessel is approximately 300 feet off
the left descending bank. The site will remain unmarked until river
levels recede. Vessel's operating in the vicinity should transit the
area with caution. (11-97/0098UM)

-   MILE 109.9 - CHESTER HIGHWAY BRIDGE

A 40 foot wide work platform is located in the right descending span,
reducing the vertical clearance by 6 feet. Work is in progress day and
night seven days a week. Contractor has safety boat on site during work
hours. (19-97/OB)

### MILE 51.56 - PROPOSED CAPE GIRARDEAU REPLACEMENT HIGHWAY BRIDGE

Cofferdam structure is in the channel about 1000 feet off the right
descending bank. A navigation channel 665 foot wide exists between the
cofferdam work site and the right descending bank. Work barge is moored
off the left descending bank out of channel. Mariners should proceed
with caution when transiting the area.

### MILE 48.0 TO 41.0 - HIGH WATER CONDITIONS

High water and strong current conditions exist between Mile 41.0 to Mile
43.0. All mariners are urged to use extreme caution while transiting the
area, particularly in the immediate vicinity of the Thebes Railroad
Bridge, Mile 43.7. Fleeters on the Upper Mississippi River are urged to
ensure moorings in fleet areas are adequate for these high water
conditions. (09-97/0083UM)

Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

12935 751.2 L/B Alma Daybeacon Rptd. missing (16-97/0186UM)

\*13040 742.7 R/B Minneiska Light Destroyed; due to high water
(19-97/0240UM)

13495 685.9 L/B Crosby Slough Daybeacon Destroyed/ due to high water
(14-97/0167UM)

13540 680.9 R/B Coon Slough Light Destroyed/ due to high water
(14-97/0166UM)

13580 676.0 L/B Bad Axe River Light Destroyed (31-96/1641)

13745 652.0 L/B Crooked Slough Foot Light Destroyed (14-97/0163UM)

13760 649.5 R/B Island 158 Upper Daybeacon Destroyed (14-97/0163UM)

13770 648.7 R/B St. Paul Slough Daybeacon Destroyed (14-97/0163UM)

\*14040 603.4 R/B Buena Vista Light Destroyed; due to high water
(19-97/0254UM)

\*14050 601.6 L/B Jack Oak Daybeacon Destroyed; due to high water
(19-97/0255UM)

14095 589.7 L/B Island 214 Light Destroyed (14-97/0152UM)

14125 585.1 L/B Maquoketa Slough Daybeacon Destroyed (16-97/0149UM)

14105 587.5 L/B Maquoketa Island Light Destroyed (14-97/0150UM)

14485 525.2 R/B Pomme De Terre Lower Light Rptd. submerged; not pub.
char. (13-97/0134UM)

15565 357.5 R/B Fox Island Light Rptd. destroyed (11-97/0099UM)

15730 325.5 L/B Lock No. 21 Daybeacon Re-established for the navigation
season (11-97/0115UM)

16115 236.1 R/B Turkey Island Light Rptd. not showing pub. char.
(14-97/0160UM)

16700 158.8 L/B Foster Upper Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

16830 135.8 R/B Brickeys Mill Daybeacon Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

16835 133.7 R/B Establishment Island Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17170 81.9 R/B Wittenburg Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17280 76.8 R/B Birmingham Light Destroyed (16-97/0204UM)

17480 36.0 R/B Powers Island Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17495 34.2 L/B Goose Island Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17510 30.8 R/B Daniel Light Destroyed; due to high water (13-97/0138UM)

17555 21.8 R/B Dogtooth Bend Daybeacon Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17620 10.5 R/B Hurricane Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17625 08.7 R/B Elk Island Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17640 06.5 L/B Eliza Upper Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17645 04.4 R/B Stevenson Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17650 03.8 R/B Greenfield Bend Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17655 02.8 R/B Greenfield Bend Lower Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0138UM)

17670 0.8 L/B Cairo Point Light Rptd. destroyed (11-97/0111UM)

## MISSOURI RIVER

### MILE 743.0 TO 734.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Due to high water, COTP St. Louis advises mariners to transit the area
between Mile 734.0 to Mile 743.0 at the slowest safe navigable speed to
avoid causing wake damage to property along this each. (18-97/0235UM)

### MILE 372.6 - ROUTE 69, FAIRFAX BRIDGE

Rehabilitation work on the subject bridge will take place during
daylight hours Monday through Saturday until November, 1997. Vertical
clearance is 73 feet above zero on Kansas City Gauge. A containment will
be hanging three feet below low steel, allowing about 70 feet vertical
clearance. The M/V OLYMPIC JON, call sign NGT750, will be on scene.
(14-97/OB)

### MILE 362.61 - CHOUTEAU HIGHWAY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

Contractor will be operating adjacent to the channel during daylight
hours, Monday through Saturday during cofferdam construction. Cofferdams
located adjacent to the channel will be lighted with red lights at
night. Cofferdams not adjacent to the channel will be marked with white
lights at night. Mariners should contact M/V LINDA via Channel 13 at
least 30 minutes in advance to determine conditions at the bridge.
(14-97/OB)

MILE 294.0 TO 0.0 - HIGH WATER CONDITION

Due to high water, the COTP St. Louis urges mariners to transit the area
between Mile 0.0 to Mile 294.0 at the slowest safest navigable speed to
avoid causing wake damage to property along this reach. (16-97/0218UM)

### MILE 256.4 - SUNKEN BARGE

An empty hopper barge has been reported sunk at Mile 256.4 on the nun
buoy line. The barge has been marked with a nun and can buoy. Mariners
are urged to use extreme caution when transiting in the area.
(17-97/0225UM)

MILE 196.61 - BOONVILLE HIGHWAY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

Contractor will be working in the channel during daylight hours, Monday
through Saturday. The contractor will move if requested by river
traffic. Mariners should contact M/V LINDA via Channel 13 in advance to
avoid delays. (49-96/OB)

Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

18365 601.1 R/B Bellevue Daybeacon Temp. relocated to Mi. 601.3 L/B; due
to bank erosion (39-96/1838)

## MONONGAHELA RIVER

### MILE 23.8 - LOCK AND DAM NO. 3

Between April 14, 1997 and approximately May 17, 1997 the COE will close
the small lock chamber 56 feet by 720 feet, Mile 23.8, for repairs. The
large lock 56 feet by 751 feet will remain open during this closure,
with minor delays. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when
entering or leaving the river chamber during this closure period.
(14-97/COE)

-   MILE 10.0 - SALVAGE OPERATIONS

Salvage operations has commenced for a sunken M/V at MILE 10.0, right
descending bank. Presently there is a containment boom around the sunken
M/V. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when in this area.
(19-97)

## OHIO RIVER

### CHANNEL CONDITION

The COTP Paducah continues to urge all mariners to use extreme caution
while transiting the lower portion of the Ohio River. Mariners are
advised to remain in the main channel in the vicinity of all fleets and
harbors. Mariners are also advised to proceed at safe speed in all
areas, minimizing wakes, to prevent damage to flooded communities and
saturated levees. High current velocities and outdraft conditions exist
at all locks within the Paducah zone. (14-97/0155OV)

### MILE 4.9 - SUNKEN BARGE

Approximately 100 feet off the Neville Island, at Mile 4.9 there is a
submerged barge with a crane on top. The obstruction is not reportedly
marked. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when transiting the
area. (04-97/FAXMSOPITT)

MILE 5.2 - SUNKEN BARGE

Approximately 20 feet off the right descending bank at Mile 5.2, a barge
is moored to shore resting on top of a small submerged barge, that is
not reportedly marked. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when
transiting the area. (04-97/FAXMSOPITT)

### MILE 12.4 - SUNKEN BARGE

A sunken barge has been reported sunk approximately 400 feet off the
left descending bank at Mile 12.4, the obstruction is not reportedly
marked. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when transiting the
area. (04-97/FAXMSOPITT)

MILE 13.3 - SUNKEN BARGE

A sand and gravel barge has reportedly sunk near Dashields L/D, Mile
13.3. The M/V ETHEL ANDRESS is standing by onsite. Dashields L/D is
operating normally. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when
transiting the area. (49-96/5846)

### MILE 17.6 - SUNKEN BARGE

Approximately 320 feet off the left descending bank at Mile 17.6 is a
partially submerged flat work barge. The obstruction is not reportedly
marked. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when transiting the
area. (04-97/FAXMSOPITT)

MILE 18.1 - SUNKEN BARGE

A barge is reported sunk approximately mid-channel at Mile 18.1. The
barge is partially loaded and lying at a 45 degree angle downstream.
There is approximately 8 feet of water over the barge at normal pool. A
nun buoy has been placed to mark the sunken barge. Salvage operations
are not complete at this time. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution
when transiting the area. (15-97/COE)

### MILE 94.5 - CHANNEL CONDITION

A nun buoy at Mile 94.5 has been moved 50 feet towards the left
descending bank to facilitate transits due to a sunken coal barge.

(10-97/0077)

### MILE 126.9 - NEW MARTINSVILLE BRIDGE

Deck removal will take place in the right descending navigation span
from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. A safety net extends
from the bridge. There is 60 feet clearance between the bottom of the
net and normal pool. Mariners can contact Lockmaster at Hannibal Locks
for status of work. (49-96/OB)

### MILE 179.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

There is a very large deadhead approximately 20 yards off the left
descending bank, Mile 179.0. The deadhead is marked with a nun buoy in
15 feet of water. All mariners are urged to transit the area with
extreme caution. (14-97/0153OV)

### MILE 314.8 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Work has begun on unloading of sand and gravel along the left descending
bank, near Mile 314.8. A floating plant will consist of the M/V W.C.
PAYNE or M/V CREDO. The work will be performed during daylight hours, 7
days per week and will be completed by approximately May 1, 1997. During
non-working hours the floating plant will be moored at the worksite and
lighted accordingly. Mariners are urged to transit the area with extreme
caution. (05-97/COE)

### MILE 396.4 - SHOALING

Shoaling has been reported in the vicinity of Mile 396.4 in the upbound
channel between Manchester Islands No. 1 and No. 2. The M/V WINCHESTER
reportedly bumped bottom with a 9 foot draft and Meldahl L/D Upper Guage
reading 12.03 feet on April 4, 1997.

(16-97/0189OV)

### MILE 409.0 - SUNKEN VESSEL

The M/V CLARE E. BEATTY has reportedly sunk at Mile 409.0. The vessel is
reportedly located near the left descending bank moored to the sunken
deck barge Hercules and is visible at Capt. Anthony Meldahl normal pool.
Salvage operations are incomplete at this time. Mariners are requested
to transit this area with extreme caution. (45-95/COE)

-   MILE 411.3 - PROPOSED NEW MAYSVILLE HIGHWAY BRIDGE

Contractor has begun using floating plant on the job site and may be
working in the navigation channel. Work will take place from 7:00 a.m.
until 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday of each week. Mariners may
contact the M/V PATRIOT, call sign WSG 7573, on Channel 13 for current
information. Mariners are advised to use caution when transiting this
site. (19-97/OB)

-   MILE 470.2 - DREDGING (MILE 4.6 LICKING RIVER)

Maintenance dredging has commenced at Mile 4.6 on the Licking River
until May 16, 1997. Work will be performed 7 days a week during daylight
hours only. The fleet will consist of the M/V TAMMY WHITE, and can be
reached on Channel 16 for passing information. During non-working hours
the floating plant will be moored on the right descending bank adjacent
to the work site. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when in the
area.

(19-97/0236OV)

### MILE 470.2 - FIREWORKS DISPLAY

A fireworks display will take place on the Ohio River, Mile 470.2,
continuing until September 22, 1997. These fireworks will be discharged
following Reds home runs and winning games. The event sponsor has been
advised by the COTP Louisville, Kentucky that no fireworks shall be
discharged whenever barge traffic is transiting between the Newport and
Cincinnati (US-27), Mile 469.8 and Covington and Cincinnati Bridge
(KY-17), Mile 470.5. If desired, Reds home schedules may be obtained by
writing the Cincinnati Reds, 100 Riverfront Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
45202. For further information mariners may contact Petty Officer Scott
Gradel, Port Operations Department, at (502)582-5194, extension 34.
Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when transiting this area.
(13-97/MSOLOUISVILLE)

### MILE 492.5 - DREDGING

Dredging has commenced at Mile 492.5, right descending bank. The work
will consist of dredging approximately 20,000 cubic yards of material
and off-loading approximately 140,000 tons of granular placement
material at the site. Work is expected to be performed Monday through
Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The floating plant will consist of
the M/V BEVERLY C, and can be contacted on Channel 13 and 16. The work
will be completed by approximately August 1, 1997. During non-working
hours, the floating plant will be moored at the work site and lighted
accordingly. Mariners are urged to transit the area with extreme
caution. (10-97/COE)

### MILE 558.4 - SUNKEN HOUSEBOAT

A 38 foot by 14 foot houseboat is sunk at Mile 558.4 right descending
bank, approximately 10 feet off the center mooring cell at Madison
Grain. The houseboat is marked with an orange buoy. Mariners are urged
to transit the area with extreme caution. (17-97/0209OV)

-   MILE 858.1 - SUNKEN BARGE

Barge has been salvaged. (19-97)

-   MILE 858.3 - CONSTRUCTION

Construction has commenced at Mile 585.3, right descending bank. Work
will be performed Monday through Friday, during daylight hours only. The
floating plant will consist of the M/V TRAILBLAZER and can be reached on
Channel 16. During non-working hours, the floating plant will be moored
at the work site and lighted accordingly. Mariners are urged to use
extreme caution when in the area. (19-97/COE)

### MILE 889.0 - SUNKEN VESSEL

The M/V PEBBLE has reportedly sunk near Mile 889.0 at the Ohio River
Dock. The vessel is resting on its port side with approximately 3-4 feet
of water over the starboard side. The vessel is marked with a blue drum
and white light. The channel is not blocked. All vessels are requested
to transit the area with extreme caution. (35-96/5661)

### MILE 925.5 - CHANNEL CONDITION

There is a 40 foot steel pile marked with red radar reflective tape at
Mile 925.5 left descending bank in 7 feet of water with Smithland L/D
Lower Gauge reading 19.5 feet on April 20, 1997. Approximately 20 feet
of the pile is exposed and is located out of the channel. Mariners are
urged to transit the area with extreme caution. (17-97/0224OV)

### MILE 927.0 - SUBMERGED BARGE

There is a partially submerged hopper barge mid-channel at Mile 927.0.
The barge is marked with a white buoy with red markings. All vessels are
requested to transit the area on the Kentucky side of the sunken barge.
There is a 600 foot open span on the Kentucky side and all vessels are
requested to give the sunken barge 100 feet of clearance while
navigating this span. The M/V DOTTY JOHNSON will be on scene to provide
passing instructions as needed. All mariners are advised to exercise
extreme caution while transiting the area. (04-97/0024OV)

### MILE 953.2 - SUNKEN BARGE

A barge has reportedly sunk at Mile 953.0 right descending bank. Salvage
operations are going to begin as soon as possible. Mariners are urged to
use extreme caution while in the area. (47-96/5822)

### MILE 964.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

The cofferdams at the Olmstead project Mile 964.0 has been completely
filled. The project personnel have removed all lighting from the
structure. Green flashing lights have been placed upstream and
downstream from the structure. The rising river could possibly remove
these aids from their location. The COTP Paducah, Kentucky advises that
all mariners to proceed at slowest safe speed to minimize wake and stay
well away from the project site from Mile 964.0 to Mile 965.0.
(11-97/0108OV)

### MILE 981.0 TO 867.7 - HIGH WATER

High water and strong current conditions exist between Mile 867.7 to
Mile 981.0. The COTP Paducah, Kentucky requests that all mariners
proceed at slowest safe speed to minimize wake and remain near the
center navigation channel on the Ohio River, particularily in the areas
of Mile 925.0 to Mile 930.0. All mariners are urged to exercise extreme
caution while transiting these areas. All vessels must have adequate
horsepower to maintain control of their tows. All breakaways shall
immediately be reported to USCG Group Ohio Valley on Channel 16 or
1(800)253-7465. Fleeters on the Ohio River are advised to ensure
moorings in fleet areas are adequate for these high water conditions.
(10-97/0098OV)

Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

23845 121.3 L/B Miles Light (2) Extinguished (45-96/5806)

23940 133.5 R/B Witten Towhead Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (14-97/0154OV)

\*24100 166.5 L/B Carpenter Bar Light Rptd. not showing pub. char.
(19-97/0239OV)

24325 187.6 L/B Ames Ripple Light Temp. discontinued; due to high water
(13-97/0152OV)

00000 188.1 R/B Huntsman Light Established; showing (2) Green (18-96)

24565 238.6 R/B Forked Run Daybeacon Rptd. missing U/S dayboard
(13-97/0148OV)

24570 240.0 R/B Antiquity Light Rptd. missing U/S dayboard
(13-97/0149OV)

24590 242.5 R/B Dam No. 24 Light Destroyed (16-97/0117OV)

25465 371.2 L/B Rockport Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (16-97/0185OV)

25540 395.3 L/B Manchester Island Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon;
due to high water (16-97/0186OV)

26280 499.9 L/B Kirby Rocks Light Destroyed; due to high water
(13-97/0141OV)

26350 516.3 L/B Big Bone Creek Light Rptd. destroyed (37-96/5660)

26450 545.3 L/B Kentucky River Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (14-97/0174OV)

26565 566.5 L/B Spring Creek Light Extinguished (12-97/0133OV)

26900 619.3 R/B Beeler Landing Light Extinguished (50-96/5868)

27045 665.0 R/B Indian Hollow Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due
to high water (14-97/0163OV)

27065 672.1 L/B Cedar Branch Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (14-97/0164OV)

27115 686.4 L/B Concordia Light Temp. downgraded to daybeacon; due to
high water (14-97/0162OV)

27275 736.4 R/B Corn Island Light Destroyed; due to high water
(14-97/0159OV)

27345 752.7 R/B Yellow Bank Island Light Rptd. destroyed; due to high
water (12-97/0128OV)

27810 839.5 L/B Mississippi Bend Light Changed to daybeacon
(17-97/0226OV)

28145 922.3 L/B Cumberland Island Light Destroyed; due to high water
(16-97/0198OV)

28155 926.7 L/B Brick House Light Destroyed; due to high water
(16-97/0198OV)

28175 933.0 L/B Owens Island Upper Light Discontinued (17-97/0227OV)

28180 934.2 L/B Owens Island Light Changed dayboards to CR/TR
(17-97/0228OV)

\*28280 954.2 R/B Sharps Bar Light Relighted; showing pub. char. (19-97)

\*28285 956.5 R/B Sharps Bar Lower Light Relighted; showing pub. char.
(19-97)

## RED RIVER

MILE 169.0 - JOHN H. OVERTON LOCK AND DAM (NO. 4)

The COE reports shoaling conditions exist at the lower approach to L/D
No. 4, Mile 168.0. Mariners may be required to break their tow to a
single in order to pass these locations. Mariners are urged to use
extreme caution when approaching this area. (18-97/0246LM)

### MILE 116.0 - LOCK AND DAM NO. 3

The COE reports shoaling conditions exist at the lower approach to L/D
No. 3, Mile 118.0. Mariners may be required to break their tow to a
single in order to pass these locations. Mariners are urged to use
extreme caution when approaching this area. (18-97/0247LM)

### MILE 75.0 - LOCK AND DAM NO. 2

The COE reports shoaling conditions exist at the lower approach to L/D
No. 2, Mile 73.0. Mariners may be required to break their tow to a
single in order to pass these locations. Mariners are urged to use
extreme caution when approaching this area. (18-97/0248LM)

### MILE 34.0 - JONESVILLE LOCK AND DAM

Due to high river stages and strong currents, the floating buoy lines
used to outline the restricted area upstream and downstream of the
Jonesville L/D, Mile 34.0 are breaking up. Warning signs remain in
place. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution when in the area.

(03-97/0006LM)

Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

00000 186.2 L/B Carrol Daybeacon Destroyed; due to high water
(16-97/0212LM)

00000 159.2 L/B Campti Upper Daybeacon Destroyed; due to high water
(17-97/0207LM)

00000 156.3 R/B Socot Upper Daybeacon Destroyed; due to high water
(16-97/0213LM)

## ST. CROIX RIVER

Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

29895 0.2 L/B Captain Dick's Dock Light Extinguished (35-95/OAN)

## TENNESSEE RIVER

### GENERAL INFORMATION

Due to the recent floods and strong current conditions on the Tennesse
River, various buoys throughout the region are missing, diving, or not
properly marking the channel. Mariners are urged to transit the area
with extreme caution. (12-97/0123OV)

### MILE 625.4 - SUNKEN BOAT HOUSE

The reported boat house is marked with 3 white danger buoys and is
located outside the nun buoy line. (37-96/GRUOHV)

MILE 306.3 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Work has begun at Mile 306.3 replacing rip-rap. The work will be
performed during daylight hours, Monday through Friday until
approximately April 15, 1997. The floating plant will consist of the M/V
ELIZABETH YATES. During non-working hours the floating plant will be
moored at the work site and lighted accordingly. Mariners are urged to
transit the area with extreme caution. (11-97/COE)

### MILE 297.5 - BARGE AGROUND

There is a barge aground at Mile 297.5 left descending bank. Mariners
are urged to transit the area with extreme caution. For transiting
information contact the M/V MARK L. (06-97/0043)

-   MILE 161.9 - PROPOSED CLIFTON HIGHWAY BRIDGE

Steel erections underway in river between the right descending pier and
bank. Crane barge working at the right descending pier is allowing
navigation channel width approximately 450 feet, M/Vs MAGGIE D call sign
WYC7860 and ELIZABETH BENSON call sign WAL6216 are at site to provide
additional information.

(19-97/OB)

### MILE 99.0 - CHANNEL CONDITION

Construction has begun at Mile 99.0 on removal and replacing pile cells.
The work will be performed during daylight hours, Monday through Friday,
until approximately July 14, 1997. During non-working hours the floating
plant will be moored at the work site and lighted accordingly. Mariners
are urged to transit the area with extreme caution. (16-97/COE)

### MILE 22.0 TO 0.0 - HIGH WATER CONDITIONS

High water and strong current conditions exist between Mile 0.0 to Mile
22.0. The COTP Paducah, Kentucky requests that all mariners proceed at
slowest safe speed to minimize wake and remain near the center
navigation channel, particularily in the areas of Mile 2.0 to Mile 4.0.
All mariners are urged to exercise extreme caution while transiting
these areas. All vessels must have adequate horsepower to maintain
control of their tows. All breakaways shall immediately be reported to
USCG Group Ohio Valley on Channel 16 or at 1(800)253-7465. Fleeters are
advised to ensure moorings in fleet areas are adequate for these high
water conditions. (10-97/0099OV)

Light List discrepancy status as of May 6, 1997

(\* Denotes new discrepancy or correction since last notice.)

LLNR MILE BANK AID NAME DISCREPANCY DESCRIPTION

31755 296.9 L/B Trinity Branch Light Temp. marked w/red lighted buoy;
aid rptd. destroyed (06-97/0044)

32210 188.6 R/B Savannah Bend Light Temp. discontinued (17-97/0220OV)

32460 92.7 R/B Reynoldsburgh Island Light Temp. downgraded to a
daybeacon (31-96/5613)

32575 58.7 R/B Arryl Jacobs Light Temp. replaced w/lighted buoy/showing
pub. char. (45-96/5811)

32750 16.6 R/B Haddock Ferry Light Extinguished; due to high water
(17-97/0199OV)

## CORRECTIONS TO LIGHT LIST, VOLUME V; MISSISSIPPI RIVER SYSTEM, 1996 EDITION.

(\* Denotes the column in which a correction has been made or new
information added.)

\(1\) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)

No. Name and Mile Bank Characteristic Structure/Daymark Remarks

Location Up Down

6000 COMMONWEALTH EDISON 285.0 Left Fl (2) R 6s Private aid.

LIGHT

Marks docking facility.

-   (19-97)

6460 Marseilles Lock Daybeacon 243.3 Left TR

On tree.

-   (19-97)

6465 MOORES CREEK LIGHT 242.9 Left Fl (2) R 5s TR

On sinker base tower.

-   (19-97)

6470 MILLIKEN CREEK LIGHT 242.8 Right Fl G 4s SG

On sinker base tower.

-   (19-97)

6475 Milliken Creek Daybeacon 242.5 Right SG

On tree.

-   (19-97)

6480 Bulls Island Bend Daybeacon 241.6 Right SG

On tree.

-   (19-97)

6485 BULLS ISLAND BEND LIGHT 241.5 Right Fl G 4s SG

On tree.

-   (19-97)

6490 BULLS ISLAND FERRY 240.6 Left Fl (2) R 5s TR TR

LIGHT On tree.

-   (19-97)

6500 OTTAWA UPPER LIGHT 240.0 Right Fl W 4s CG

On sinker base tower.

-   (19-97)

6525 OTTAWA LIGHT 238.5 Right Fl W 4s CG SG

On sinker base tower.

-   (19-97)

6530 MAYO ISLAND LIGHT 237.2 Left Fl (2) R 5s TR TR

On single pile steel.

-   (19-97)

6535 DELBRIDGE ISLAND HEAD 234.5 Left Fl (2) W 5s TR CR

LIGHT On single pile steel.

-   (19-97)

6540 DELBRIDGE ISLAND MIDDLE 234.2 Right Fl G 4s SG SG

LIGHT On sinker base tower.

-   (19-97)

Our goal is to provide the mariner with the most accurate and up-to-date
marine information possible. In our ongoing efforts to improve the Local
Notice to Mariners, your comments and suggestions are requested. Please
mail any suggestions or changes you would like to see in YOUR Local
Notice to Mariners to:

Commander, Eighth Coast Guard District (oan)

Hale Boggs Federal Building, Room 1230

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Attn: Marine Information Section