Surface (water) Missions

Flotilla 512 supports all the Coast Guard Auxiliary surface missions on Lake Lavon. In addition, we also support other area agencies that might need assistance on the lake or in the nearby communities of southeastern Collin County.

Safety Patrol - Patrol under Coast Guard orders using an Auxiliary Operational Facility.

Regatta Patrol - Patrolling organized regattas and boat parades.

Chart Update Patrol - Verifying the accuracy and completeness of information published on charts and related navigation publications.

PWC Patrol - Patrolling on a Personal Water Craft (PWC).

Search and Rescue - Assisting local emergency response personnel in search and rescue operations.

Agency Support Missions

Federal Agencies - Provide non-operational support to other federal agencies, such as Customs, Corps of Engineers and NOAA.

State Agencies - Provide support to state agencies, such as the Department of Natural Resources, State Police and Marine Patrols.

Local Agencies - Provide support to local agencies, such as local police, sheriff's offices, fire/rescue and Harbormasters.