Riding Through Water

• Avoid water whenever possible.
• Never cross any body of water where depth may be unknown to the operator. As an operational guideline, deep water is considered anything in excess of 152 mm (6 in.) in depth. Tires may float, making it difficult to maintain control.
• Choose a course within the waterway where both banks have a gradual incline. Cross at a point known to be safe.
• Proceed at a slow steady speed to avoid submerged obstacles and slippery rocks.
• Avoid water crossings where the operation of a utility vehicle may cause damage to waterway beds or erode waterway shoreline.