Dan absolutely agree, I've seen countless barges as well as tankers taking that route south out of Sandy Hook or the Hudson, AND if they're passing the snake they're not that far from the beginning of the Shrewsbury Rocks and the buoy we're talking about. Don't see nearly as many motoring north towards SH but have seen a few taking that course as well. If there were God forbid a spill there it would be an absolute disaster to the marine environment in that area and with the tides most likely Sandy Hook Bay, arguably some of the most popular fishing areas on the coast. Sandy Hook National Park could effectively be closed down. Don't understand why the powers to be would remove a buoy I'm assuming was intended to mark a navigational hazard coming out of one of the busiest ports in the world. That rock formation reaches almost three miles offshore and should be marked. Like I said, it'll go back up after a disaster strikes so some bureaucrat can cover their ass!

Just curious in your post, what does LP stand for? Liquid Propane by any chance? Have my reasons for asking but wanted to see your reply first.