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Inland Water Passenger Transportation
NAICS 483212 · United States · 2022 edition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing inland water transportation of passengers on lakes, rivers, or intracoastal waterways (except on the Great Lakes System).
Activities described by this code
Other activities to examine
- Providing deep sea transportation of passengers to and from foreign ports: 483112 — Deep Sea Passenger Transportation
- Operating floating casinos (i.e., gambling cruises, riverboat gambling casinos): 713210 — Casinos (except Casino Hotels)
- Operating cruise ships or ferries in coastal waters or on the Great Lakes System: 483114 — Coastal and Great Lakes Passenger Transportation
- Providing scenic and sightseeing water transportation, such as harbor cruises and charter fishing boat operations: 487210 — Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water
- Renting yachts and pleasure boats, such as houseboats and sailboats, without crew: 532284 — Recreational Goods Rental;
- Renting or leasing commercial boats (including vessel supply services), without crew: 532411 — Commercial Air, Rail, and Water Transportation Equipment Rental and Leasing
Census classification reference
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Inland water passenger transportation establishments operate ferries, water taxis, commuter vessels, and similar craft on lakes, rivers, and intracoastal waterways, transporting fare-paying passengers between fixed points or on scheduled routes. Operations typically involve vessel boarding and disembarkation at docks or landings, and may include ticketing, crew operations, and vessel maintenance. This class excludes scenic sightseeing cruises, harbor tour operations, and floating casino vessels.
Questions to investigate
- What is the passenger capacity of each vessel, and what is the typical route or navigation area?
- Are all vessels currently USCG-documented and inspection-current?
- How many crew members are employed, and do they hold applicable USCG credentials?
- What is the fuel capacity of each vessel, and is there any history of spill incidents?
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