Section 312IAC5-4-4. Buoys used as navigation aids; general requirements

   (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), a buoy used as a navigation aid must be white with horizontal bands of international orange placed completely around the buoy circumference. One (1) band must be at the top of the buoy body, with a second band just above the waterline of the buoy so that both international orange bands are clearly visible to approaching vessels. The bands must be at least two (2) inches wide. The area of the buoy, which is visible between the two (2) bands, must be white and provide adequate space for the placement of geometric shapes. The buoy must be constructed of materials that are shatter-resistant and unsinkable within anticipated usage. The buoy must be anchored adequately to prevent movement by wind, current, and wave action.

  (b) Lateral marks, safe water marks, isolated danger marks, and special marks shall, to the extent practicable, conform with 33 CFR 62.25 through 33 CFR 62.31. Sections 6 and 7 of this rule do not apply to this subsection. (Natural Resources Commission; 312 IAC 5-4-4; filed Mar 23, 2001, 2:50 p.m.: 24 IR 2371, eff Jan 1, 2002; readopted filed May 29, 2008, 1:53 p.m.: 20080625-IR-312080057RFA; readopted filed Jul 17, 2014, 3:46 p.m.: 20140813-IR-312140067RFA)