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A white marker with an orange open diamond shape means what?

Danger.

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Why: 33 CFR 62.33 says on orange-and-white markers an open diamond signals danger. Black lettering in or around the shape may say what the danger is.

Huh, didn't know that: These orange-and-white markers are maintained by the states, not the Coast Guard.

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Answer: Danger. 33 CFR 62.33 says on orange-and-white markers an open diamond signals danger. Black lettering in or around the shape may say what the danger is.

  1. 33 CFR 62.33 Information and regulatory marks (eCFR) www.ecfr.gov/current/title-33/section-62.33
    A vertical open-faced diamond signifies danger.
    Checked 2026-10-08.
  2. USCG A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats (2023) www.uscgboating.org/assets/1/AssetManager/Boaters-Guide-to-Federal-Requirements-for-Receational-Boats-20231108.pdf
    These aids are maintained by the states, not the USCG.
    Checked 2026-10-08.

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