Non-lateral markers are navigational aids that give information
other than the edges of safe water areas. The most common are regulatory
markers shown below that are white and use orange markings and
black lettering. These markers are found on lakes and rivers.
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What the Non-Lateral Markers Indicate |
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Information: These squares indicate where to find
food, supplies, repairs, etc., and give directions and other
information. |
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Controlled: Circles indicate a controlled area such
as speed limit, no fishing or anchoring, ski only or no skiing,
or slow-no wake. |
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Exclusion: Crossed diamonds indicate areas off-limits
to all boats, such as swimming areas, dams, and spillways. |
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Danger: Diamonds warn of dangers such as rocks, shoals,
construction, dams, or stumps. Always proceed with caution. |
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Safe Water Marks are white with red vertical stripes
and mark mid-channels or fairways. They may be passed on either
side. |
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Inland Waters Obstruction Marks are white with black
vertical stripes and indicate an obstruction to navigation.
You should not pass between these buoys and the shore. |
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Mooring Buoy: Another kind of buoy you may encounter
is the mooring buoy. These are white with a blue horizontal
band. They are usually placed in marinas and other areas where
boats are allowed to anchor. |
