[Code of Federal Regulations] [Title 46, Volume 2] [Revised as of October 1, 2004] From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access [CITE: 46CFR45.107] [Page 82] TITLE 46--SHIPPING CHAPTER I--COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (CONTINUED) PART 45_GREAT LAKES LOAD LINES--Table of Contents Subpart D_Conditions of Assignment Sec. 45.107 Strength of hull. The general structural strength of the hull must be sufficient for the draught corresponding to the freeboard assigned and must be approved by the Commandant. Ships built and maintained in conformity with the requirements of a classification society may be recognized by the Commandant as possessing adequate strength.