USCGC WEDGE (WLR 75307)

USCGC WEDGE (WLR 75307) is a 75-foot river buoy tender of the United States Coast Guard, commissioned in 1964. Assigned to the Eighth Coast Guard District, WEDGE operates primarily along the Mississippi River and its tributaries, maintaining aids to navigation crucial for safe riverine commerce. The cutter is homeported in Greenville, Mississippi, and plays a vital role in ensuring the navigability of America’s inland waterways. Over the decades, WEDGE and her crew have responded to flood emergencies, supported search and rescue operations, and contributed to the overall mission of maritime safety.