SECTOR LOS ANGELES, SUBMERGED LAND ACT (SLA) - LOS ANGELES APPROACH CHANNEL
General / Marine Construction (Excluding Bridges) / Survey Operations
Eclipse Group Inc. will conduct 24-hour underwater operations for the USGS using the R/V Bold Horizon (Call Sign WKWB) in the vicinity of the San Pedro Channel and within the VTS zone from September 25 to October 9, 2026. The vessel may be restricted in its ability to maneuver during operations and intends to issue Sécurité notifications for vessels transiting the operating areas. The R/V Bold Horizon may contact vessels directly via VHF to request a 2 nautical mile closest point of approach (CPA) during operations. The vessel will monitor VHF-FM channels 13, 14, and 16. For more information, contact Capt. Shannon D. Earle at (954) 376-9991 or the R/V Bold Horizon bridge at (619) 404-2653. All mariners are advised to transit the area with caution.
USCG Southwest District Local Notice to Mariners 40/2026