Coast Guard sets navigation rules in Ludington Harbor, Ludington MI
Other Non-Crime EventThe Coast Guard announced navigation restrictions in Ludington Harbor due to heavy vessel congestion. Vessels must keep specified distances from large ships to ensure safety. Violators face significant fines. The rules took effect on August 29, 2025.
Audio|Source: Grand Traverse Bay Marine Radio
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Broadcast notes, Mariners 0248, 8, Tech-25, 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 Piermarket Lake, as well as navigable waters of Lake Michigan within a thousand yards of Ludington 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 regulated navigation area. Per 46 U.S.C.
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7036, 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 29, 2025 at 0400 local times.
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For further details, contact Check Lake Michigan at (number withheld) or via Channel 16.
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Ludington, MI 49431
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