Coast Guard sets safety zones near Ludington Harbor lake, Mason County MI
Other CrimesThe Coast Guard activated safety zones near Ludington Harbor and Pier Marquette Lake due to dangerous vessel congestion. Vessels must keep specific distances from large boats within the area. Violators may face fines of up to $117,000.
Audio|Source: Grand Traverse Bay Marine Radio
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Wing-Brockett, notice of Mariners 2.48-25[1], 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.
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Lake as well as 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 in length.
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Transiting through the regulated navigation area 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 Specter Lake Michigan at (number withheld).
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2.48-25: Notice to Mariners - Navigation Restrictions
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Pere Marquette Lake, Michigan 49431
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