4-WD Vehicle Beach
Regulation
The following
are only a brief description of the Rules and Regulations for
Barrier Beaches in Rhode Island.
For more Information, fees and to obtain a
permit contact: Coastal
Resources Management Council,
Oliver Stedman Government Center [Web
Site]. Tower Hill Rd. Wakefield, RI 02879 – 401,783-3370 or
401,222-3577)
The Council requires, for the
operator’s safety and benefit, that every vehicle operated on a
barrier beach carry the following equipment (in good working order):
- Shovel (heavy-duty or military
entrenching tool).
- Tow rope of chain (15 feet, load
strength of 1,800 lbs., chain size-5/16" ).
- Jack and support stand (minimum
18" x 18" x 5/8", plywood).
- Street legal tires (4-ply
tread, 2-ply sidewalls) – mud or snow tires not recommended).
- Spare tire
- Low-pressure tire gauge (0-20
lbs.).
- First aid kit (approved by
Coast Guard).
- Fire extinguisher (approved by
the Coast Guard or Interstate Commerce Commission).
- Road flares and…..
- Flashlight
In the event that these requirements
and conditions are not met, the four (4) wheel drive vehicle use
permit may be subject to revocation by the council or its agents.
And one of the following….
Any person who knowingly violates
these requirements may be subject to criminal prosecution as a
misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall be fined not more than
$500.00 and/or serve up to (3) months in jail for each separate
offense. OR…
Administrative penalties not to
exceed $5,000.00 may be assessed
by the CRMC Chairman or Executive
Director.
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PLEASE NOTE!
These state regulations are in addition to all private restrictions
and town ordinances pertaining to vehicle traffic on barrier beaches
in the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations.