Coast Guard enforces vessel distance rules near Ludington, Mason County MI
Road ClosureThe Coast Guard issued rules for vessels near Ludington Harbor and Pier Marquette Lake to keep safe distances due to traffic congestion, with fines for violations.
Audio|Source: Grand Traverse Bay Marine Radio
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We're in broadcast notice, Mariners, 248, hyphen 25, concerning Ludington Harbor and Pier Marquette Lake, due to hazardous conditions resulting from increased vessel traffic congestion, the Coast Guard has activated the regulated navigation area covering all navigable waters of Ludington Harbor Ship Canal and Pier Marquette Lake, as well as...
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navigable waters of Lake Michigan within 1,000 yards of Ludington, Michigan harbor entrance.
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Per 33 CFR 165, decimal 9 or 72 vessels and waterways, users must maintain a distance of at least 440 yards from the bow, 100 yards from the stern, and 35 yards from the port and starboard side of any vessel greater than 100 feet and length transiting.
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through the regulated navigation area.
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Per 46 U.S.C.
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7036, violators may be fined up to $117,000 for each violation among the other civil and or criminal penalties.
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This took effect Friday, August 29, 2025, at 4 a.m.
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local time. For further details, contact Sector Lake Michigan at number withheld.
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747-1-182 or via Channel 16, VHFHM.
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Location mentioned:
Pere Marquette Lake, Michigan 49431
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