Coast Guard restricts boat proximity near Ludington Harbor, Mason County MI
Other Non-Crime EventThe Coast Guard declared a safety zone near Ludington Harbor and Pier Marquette Lake. Due to heavy boat traffic and hazardous conditions, boats must keep specific distances from large vessels. Violations can result in fines and penalties.
Audio|Source: Grand Traverse Bay Marine Radio
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When broadcast notice, Mariners 248-25, concerning Luddington Harbor and Pier Marquette Lake, due to hazardous conditions resulting from increased vessel traffic congestion, the Coast Guard has activated the regulated navigation area.
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covering all navigable waters of Ludington Harborship Canal and Piermacet Lake as well as navigable waters of Lake Michigan within 1,000 yards of Ludington, Michigan Harbor entrance.
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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 through the regulated navigation area per 46 uscd 70036 violators may be fined up to 117000 for each violation among the other civil and or criminal penalties this took effect friday august 29th 2025 at A.m.
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Pere Marquette Lake, Michigan 49431
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