# 33 C.F.R. § 160.101 (2026): Purpose

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## Section

- **Citation:** 33 C.F.R. § 160.101 (2026)
- **Heading:** Purpose
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 33 CFR: Navigation and Navigable Waters / Chapter I: COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY / Part 160: PORTS AND WATERWAYS SAFETY—GENERAL / Subpart B: Control of Vessel and Facility Operations / § 160.101: § 160.101   Purpose.

## Text

This subpart describes the authority exercised by District Commanders and Captains of the Ports to insure the safety of vessels and waterfront facilities, and the protection of the navigable waters and the resources therein. The controls described in this subpart are directed to specific situations and hazards.

## Nearby sections

- [33 C.F.R. § 160.101 (2026) § 160.101   Purpose.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T33_P160_S160_101.md)
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- [33 C.F.R. § 160.111 (2026) § 160.111   Special orders applying to vessel operations.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T33_P160_S160_111.md)
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