Coast Guard sets vessel distance rules in Michigan waters, Grand Traverse County MI
Other CrimesThe Coast Guard issued navigation restrictions in Michigan waters near Levington Harbor due to hazardous vessel traffic. Vessels must keep specific distances from large ships and may face fines for violations.
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 Levington Harbor Ship Channel in Piermarket Lake, as well as navigable waters of Lake Michigan,
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Michigan, within 1,000 yards of Levington Harbor entrance.
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Per 3-3 CFR 165-1-972, 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 regulated navigation area per 46 u.s.b 7036 violators may be fined up to (number withheld) for each violation among other civil and or criminal penalties. This took effect on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 0400 local time.
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Grand Traverse County, MI
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