Regulation & law · 13/08/2003Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

Coast Guard Affirms Navigability of Lake Fontana, NC, After Receiving Comments

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The US Coast Guard has confirmed its original navigability determination for Lake Fontana, a reservoir on the Little Tennessee River in western North Carolina, following public comments, and will maintain its navigable status for jurisdictional purposes.

Original source language: Federal Register — Homeland SecurityOpen original release →

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