Slips, docking, power, and vessel safety.

Gulfport Code of Ordinances § 2-109.1

in effect

Sec. 2-109.1. - Slips, docking, power, and vessel safety. All vessels berthed in a slip are expected, minimally, to utilize all four (4) tie points, i.e., two (2) stern lines and two (2) bow lines, one (1) of each on both the starboard side and port side of the vessel. Vessels tied side-to along a pier are to use a bow line, stern line, appropriate spring lines, and portable fenders to keep the vessel off the dock. Tie (dock) lines are to be of appropriate material, sufficient strength and diameter for the size and weight of the vessel being berthed using these guidelines as the minimum expected by the Marina: Vessels under 20' are to use at least 3/8" line. Vessels 20' to 30' are to use at least 1/2" line. Vessels 30' to 40' are to use at least 5/8" line. Vessels 40' to 60' are to use at least 3/4" line. Vessels over 60' are to use at least 1" line. Power cords, running from the power pedestal to the vessel, must be of the marine-rated twist-lock type and rated for the power being delivered (30, 50, or 100 amp). Power cords must be certified marine grade and must be in water-tight, factory condition, i.e., power cords may not be repaired or retro-fitted in any manner except the replacement of the ends with marine-approved equipment so designed for the repair. Power cords must be of sufficient length to permit slack at all times between the vessel and power pedestal and they are to be secured in a manner that will prevent them from hanging in the water or pulling on the power pedestal's outlet. Adaptors intended to change the configuration of the power pedestal's outlet type may not be utilized and household extension cords - regardless of rating - are strictly prohibited outside the confines of the vessel. Power pedestals are to remain unlocked at all times. The harbormaster and the marina staff shall retain the right to board any vessel at any time, with or without marina tenant permission, for the purpose of ensuring ensure vessel safety, marina safety, safety to others, and for due diligence when any abnormality, no matter its origin, is directly observed or reported as such by others. (Ord. No. 2857, § 2(Exh. A), 6-7-16)

Source: City of Gulfport, Mississippi, Code of Ordinances (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/ms/gulfport/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH2BODOWABE_ARTIIIBEJOYABAGE_S2-109.1SLDOPOVESAFetched: 11/1/2026