Coast Guard Sets Navigation Rules in Ludington Harbor, Mason County MI


The Coast Guard activated a regulated navigation area in Ludington Harbor and Pier Marquette Lake due to increased vessel traffic creating hazardous conditions. Vessels must keep specified distances from others over 100 feet. Violators face fines and penalties. This rule took effect Aug 29, 2025.
Audio|Source: Grand Traverse Bay Marine Radio
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Transcript:
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Coast Guard, Second League, Michigan. When broadcast notice to Mariners 248-25, 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.
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As navigable waters of Lake Michigan within 1,000 yards of Ludington, Michigan harbor entrance.
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For 33 CFR 165.9 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.D.
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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.
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For further details, contact Sector Lake Michigan at (number withheld).
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Location mentioned:
Pere Marquette Lake, Michigan 49431
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