Coast Guard Conducts Waterways Study

The Coast Guard is conducting a Waterways Analysis and Management System (WAMS) study of the waterways surrounding the San Juan Islands. This study specifically encompasses the following waterways: Rosario Strait, Haro Strait, Boundary Pass and the Strait of Georgia. WAMS focuses on the waterway’s aids to navigation system, waterborne commerce, marine casualty information, port/harbor resources, emergency response plans, routine emergency communication capabilities, and future development projects.