Coast Guard enforces navigation rules near Ludington Harbor, Ludington MI
Other Non-Crime EventThe Coast Guard established navigation rules in Ludington Harbor and adjacent waters to address safety concerns from increased vessel traffic. Vessels must keep specified distances from large ships under penalty of fines.
Audio|Source: Grand Traverse Bay Marine Radio
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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 in Peter Marquette Lake as well as navigable waters of Lake Michigan.
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Within a thousand yards...
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of Ludington, Michigan Harbor entrance.
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Per 3-3 CFR 165-9772, vessels and waterway 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 transiting through the Ravens Navigation Area.
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Per 46, U.S.
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036,00036, may be fined up to $1708 for each violation, among other civil and or criminal penalties.
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This took effect on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 0400 local time.
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Ludington, MI 49431
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