Vessel traffic rules enforced near Ludington Harbor, Mason County MI
Road ClosureHazardous vessel traffic near Ludington Harbor has led to new rules requiring boats to keep safe distances from large ships. Violating these rules can result in heavy fines.
Audio|Source: Straits Area Marine Radio
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Due to hazardous conditions resulting from increased vessel traffic congestion, the coaster has activated the regulated navigation area covering all navigable waters of Ludington Harbor Ship Channel, and Piermarcant Lake, as well as navigable waters of Lake Michigan, within 1,000 yards of Ludington, Michigan harbor entrance.
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Per 3-3-BFR 165, decimal 972, vessels must maintain the distance of at least 440 yards from the bow of... 100 yards from the CERN and 35 yards from the port and starboard side of any vessel greater than 100 feet in length, transitioning through the regulated navigation area.
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Per 46, USC 70036, the 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 29th, 2025 at 0,400-1-10. For further details, contact Tech Lake, Michigan at (number withheld), or via Channel 16.
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Pere Marquette Lake, Michigan 49431
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