Overboard Discharge Rules

Laws prohibiting the dumping of trash, oil, or sewage directly into waterways; states and the USCG heavily fine violations.

Boating rules set by the US Coast Guard or other federal entities (e.g., EPA for marine pollution...

Products mitigating carbon buildup or ethanol issues in older engines; boater ed advises followin...

On-board equipment for handling sewage; must meet state or federal pollution regulations (Type I,...

Zones permanently or temporarily closed to boat traffic due to safety, security, or environmental...

Facilities for boats equipped with holding tanks to properly dispose of sewage (Type III MSD). Re...

An invasive freshwater species clinging to hulls or intakes, disrupting ecosystems. Boaters must ...

Floating or sunken trash, fishing gear, and other refuse that pose navigation hazards and environ...

Required checks in some regions (often for invasive species or safety compliance) before launchin...

Issues like pollution, wildlife disturbances, and habitat protection tied to boating activities; ...

Methods (flares, flags, sound-making devices, electronic signals) to alert others of an emergency...

A plumbing component in some boats directing waste either to an onboard holding tank or overboard...

Floating barriers deployed to contain fuel or oil spills in marinas or open water; states and the...

A propulsion system with an inboard engine connected to an external outdrive; popular on recreati...

(To be expanded in Parts 3/4) Environmental issues like pollution, wildlife disturbances, and hab...

Self-contained sanitary devices for smaller boats without a permanent head; proper disposal is re...