It's the Law: On the Water

Diver-Down Flags

• Scuba divers or snorkelers must display a diver-down flag that marks their diving area. If the flag is flown from a vessel, at least one flag must be flown that is at least 3.3 feet (one meter) above the highest point of the vessel and visible from all directions.
• Vessels must remain at least 150 feet away from the flag unless the vessel is engaged in the rescue of a person in that area.
• A diver-down flag may not be closer than 100 yards to any functional boat ramp.

Illustrations	Types of Flags
	Divers Flag: A rectangular red flag, sized at least 20 x 24 inches, with a four-inch white diagonal stripe
	Alfa Flag: A blue and white International Code Flag A (or Alfa flag) used on state, federally controlled, or international waters

Inner Tubes, Floating Chairs, or Similar Devices

These items must not be more than 50 feet from shore when being used by a swimmer. You should avoid swimming and playing in areas of high boating traffic such as boat ramps and marinas.