46 CFR § 45.177 Great Lakes Load Lines

§ 45.177 Freeboard requirements.

Current through Sep 25, 2026 · Read all of Part 45

(a) All barges must have a minimum freeboard of 24 inches (610 mm).

(b) Additionally, open hopper barges must have a combined freeboard plus cargo box coaming height of at least 54 inches (1,372 mm).

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