Yes, it looks like Type NM cable, but it was identified as "Boat Cable" and it included one white, one black, and one green wire.
"Romex" includes a bare EGC.
Yes, the staples were rusted. This was taken in Turks and Cacios and that's me standing. in the water there.
No it was not in the Charles River!!
Yes, I think it should be in a conduit or be properly protected, but they may not know about the NEC there!!
Probably should review Article 555 to see if something could apply ... are you there CMP 19 Chairman??
Type UF cable is usually gray in color, and would be required to be sunlight resistant where exposed to the rays of the sun.
GFCI protection may needed for this circuit as well.
Again, check Article 555 ... that's your homework ...
