(a) Notwithstanding any provision herein, the loading of cargo, draft and speed of a vessel in transit shall be controlled by the master, who shall take into account the vessel's individual characteristics and its tendency to list or squat, so as to avoid striking bottom.
CFR 33-401.29-2014 history
2014CFR 33-401.29-2014 Navigation and navigable waters. Part401:Seaway regulations and rules. Section401.29:Maximum draft.