Mile 314.0 - St. Louis Sector (314) 269-2500

St. Louis Sector (314) 269-2500

As you paddle downstream the big river you might see a pipeline spewing crude oil. You might notice toxic chemicals being dumped on the side of the river. Your vessel might have capsized, or you might witness someone else who needs assistance. Who do you call? The US Coast Guard! To report polluters or in case of maritime emergency call the USCG (314) 269-2500. From their website: The Sector is the parent command to three Marine Safety Detachments, five River Buoy Tenders and their Shore-Side Support Detachments, and a boat forces unit with 5 response boats. Together, the Sector and it's subordinate units directly support the Coast Guard's five main mission areas; including maritime security, maritime safety, protection of natural resources, maritime mobility, and national defense across a geographically expansive area of responsibility encompassing the Upper Mississippi, Illinois, and Missouri Rivers and their navigable tributaries.