Coast Guard sets navigation rules for Ludington harbor traffic, Mason County MI
Other Non-Crime EventThe Coast Guard has established specific navigation rules for vessels in Ludington Harbor and Pier Marquette Lake due to dangerous congestion from vessel traffic. Vessels must keep set distances from large boats, and failure to comply can lead to heavy fines.
Audio|Source: Straits Area Marine Radio
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Transcript:
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Securite, all stations. This is Coast Guard, Sector Lake Michigan. Listen to Channel 2000 Alpha 157 decimal 1022. Coast Guard, Sector Lake Michigan standby on Channel 16.
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Coast Guard Lake Michigan broadcasts notice concerning Ludington Harbor and Pier Marquette Lake. Due to hazardous conditions from vessel traffic congestion, a regulated navigation area is active covering navigable waters of Ludington Harbor, Ship Canal, and Pier Marquette Lake.
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Within 1,000 yards of Ludington Michigan Harbor entrance, vessels must keep at least 440 yards from the bow, 100 yards from the stern, and 35 yards from port and starboard sides of vessels over 100 feet length in the regulated area.
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Violations may incur fines up to $117,000 per violation plus other penalties. This regulation took effect Friday, August 29th, 2025 at 4 a.m. local time. Contact Sector Lake Michigan at (number withheld) or via Channel 16 for details.
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Coast Guard Sector Lake Michigan out.
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Location mentioned:
Pere Marquette Lake, Michigan 49431
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