Coast Guard Sets Navigation Rules in Ludington Harbor, Ludington MI
Road ClosureThe Coast Guard activated navigation rules near Ludington Harbor due to heavy vessel traffic. Mariners must keep specified safe distances from large vessels to prevent hazards.
Audio|Source: Straits Area Marine Radio
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Broadcast notes, Mariners, 02, 48 Tech25, Lake, Lake, Lake Michigan, Ludington Harbor, and Pier Market Lake.
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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 Market Lake, as well as navigable water.
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of Lake Michigan within 1,000 yards of Lake Michigan harbor entrance.
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Per 33 CFR 165 decimal 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 regular navigation area.
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Per 46, U.S.C.
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70036, violators may be fined up to $117,608 for each violation among other civil and or criminal penalties.
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This took effect on Friday, August 2019, 2025 at 0400 local level.
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Ludington, MI 49431
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