CAUTIONS
Shoal patches may be encountered on the banks. These patches are usually of small extent, but may have considerable less water 
over them than charted. The numerous oyster pods and lobster traps in depths less than 50m are marked by small dan buoys 
attached to nylon lines. Mariners are advised to exercise caution when navigating on and near the banks.

NATURE RESERVE SABA
According to Saba Marine Environment Ordinance AB 10 1987, the area around Saba between the high-waterline and the 60m depth 
contour is appointed as Nature Reserve; the Saba National Marine Park. This includes the sea around the main island, as well as 
two seamounts. Anchoring is only allowed with permission of local authorities.

SUBMARINE CABLES AND PIPELINES
Mariners are advised not to anchor or trawl in the vicinity of submarine cables and pipelines. Pipelines are not always buried and 
their presence may significantly reduce the charted depth. They may also span seabed undulations and cause fishing gear to 
become irrecoverably snagged, putting a vessel in severe danger.

IALA MARITIME BUOYAGE (REGION B)
Some buoys and beacons in the area of this
chart may not conform to the IALA system.