Coast Guard warns of restricted areas in Lake Michigan, Cheboygan MI
Other CrimesCoast Guard issued a warning about restricted navigation areas and safe distances around large vessels in Lake Michigan near Ludington Harbor and Pier Marquette due to heavy traffic. Violators may face fines and penalties.
Audio|Source: Straits Area Marine Radio
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Transcript:
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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 Channel, and Pier Marquette Lake, as well as navigable waters of Lake Michigan within a thousand...
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yards of Lake Michigan Harbor entrance.
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Per 33 CFR 165.972, vessels and waterway users must maintain the 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, transiting 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 $117,608 per violation, among other civil or criminal penalties.
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This took effect on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 04:00 local time.
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For further detail, contact Lake Michigan Coast Guard at (number withheld), or via Channel 16.
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Location mentioned:
Marquette St, Cheboygan, MI 49721
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