SECTOR SAN DIEGO, TERRITORIAL SEA - SECTOR SAN DIEGO, SUBMERGED LANDS ACT (SLA)
General / Miscellaneous
The Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity (MCTSSA) will conduct oceanographic surveillance operations to support training area safety at Camp Pendleton for the 3rd Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1st Recon Battalion, and Assault Craft Unit 5. Operations will involve the deployment and quarterly maintenance of in-water oceanographic data collection buoys at the following positions: Spotter 1 at 33-17.79N 117-28.38W; Spotter 2 at 33-17.40N 117-28.06W; and Spotter 3 at 33-17.12N 117-27.76W. The operation will occur between May 6, 2026, and May 6, 2027, utilizing up to two boat teams and a maximum of eight personnel. For more information, please contact Capt Keo, Daniel at MCTSSA at 760-725-0533 or 404-509-7690. All mariners are advised to transit the area with caution.
USCG Southwest District Local Notice to Mariners 45/2026