§174.325. Equalization.
46 C.F.R. § 174.325
When doing the calculations required by § 174.310 of this subpart—
Equalization arrangements requiring mechanical aids, such as valves, may not be assumed to be effective in reducing the angle of heel; and
Spaces joined by ducts may be assumed to be common spaces only if equalization takes place within 15 minutes after flooding begins.
Notes, amendments, and revision history
Source
Source: CGD 76-080, 54 FR 36977, Sept. 6, 1989, unless otherwise noted.
Authority
Authority: 42 U.S.C. 9118, 9119, 9153; 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1. Section 174.180 also issued under sec. 617, Pub. L. 111-281, 124 Stat. 2905.
Source
Source: CGD 79-023, 48 FR 51048, Nov. 4, 1983, unless otherwise noted.