01/18/2022 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/18/2022 14:58
​Shoaling Alert to Mariners for Rudee Inlet
An Alert to Mariners has been posted for Rudee Inlet due to serious shoaling conditions,
based on a City of Virginia Beach survey, dated January 14,2022.
The survey indicates shoaling in the channel from the east ends of the jetties extending out
eastward approximately 350 feet. Conditions reported are least depth of 6.2 feet MLLW
(mean lower low water).
Shoaling has been identified in the inner channel from the approximate east ends of the
jetties extending 150 feet westward with least depths reported at 5.6 feet MLLW.
Mariners are urged to exhibit extreme caution when approaching this area. Use idle speed
when approaching the inlet and seek local assistance if unfamiliar with the inlet and its
condition.
Most recent issuance of the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) can be found at the link
provided below. Notices are updated weekly.
Week 2/22 LNM Publication:
https://www.navcen.uscg.gov/pdf/lnms/lnm05022022.pdf
Or
Fifth District LNMs for 2021:
https://www.navcen.uscg.gov/?pageName=lnmDistrict&region=5
News Releases: VBgov.com/PW/News
City of Virginia Beach | Public Works Department | Virginia Beach, VA 23456