Dredging of Newburyport Harbor

Mariners are advised that H&L Contracting will be conducting dredging operations in Newburyport Harbor, MA from 9/28/2022 thru 3/15/2023. The 20' Dredge OYSTER BAY will be performing dredging in the channel outside of the inlet at 42°49’03”N 70°48’01”W. with the dredge pipe located along the south side of the inlet. The 16' Dredge FINN will be performing dredging at multiple locations in the main harbor channel with the dredge pipe located on the south side of the channel. All dredge pipes will be marked and lit in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard Regulations. Channel crossings will be provided with the dredge pipe submerged and marked with temporary red and green buoys. Work hours are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There will be two dredges, multiple push boats, skiff, booster pump barge, equipment barge, and dredging pipeline on scene. All marine equipment operators will be monitoring VHF-FM Channel 63 and Channel 16 and 13. Dredge and work vessels will monitor VHF-FM Channel 13 and 16. Mariners are advised to proceed with caution when transiting the area. Mariners are reminded they must go idle speed, no wake, through the work area. 

Please see the dredge map below and attached.

Additional information can also be accessed by visiting this page: www.cityofnewburyport.com/planning-development/harbor-dredging-project