Regulated navigation area activated near Ludington Harbor, Ludington MI
Other Non-Crime EventA regulated navigation area has been established near Ludington Harbor and Pier Market Lake due to hazardous conditions from increased vessel traffic. Vessels must keep specified distances from large ships, and violations can result in fines up to $117,608.
Audio|Source: Grand Traverse Bay Marine Radio
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Transcript:
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Security, All-Stations, All-Stations, All-Stations, this is United States Coast Guard Michigan, United Coast Guard Lake Michigan.
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Broadcast notes, Mariners 02, or 8 Tech-25, 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 waters of Lake.
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Michigan within 1,000 yards of Lake Michigan Harbor entrance.
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Per regulations, 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 law,
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violators may be fined up to $117,608 per key violation among others, civil and or criminal penalties.
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This took effect on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 0400 hours.
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For further detail, contact Lake Michigan at (number withheld) or via Channel 16.
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This is United States Coast Guard, Lake Michigan.
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Thank you.
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Ludington, MI 49431
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