LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

MONTHLY EDITION

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Issued by: Commander, Ninth Coast Guard District (oan), 1240 East Ninth
Street, Cleveland, OH 44199-2060 Telephone: (216) 522-3991

All times shown in local time unless otherwise noted. Positions are in
degrees, minutes, seconds, and tenths of seconds. Numbers within

brackets \[ / \] refer to the LNM where information was first printed.
Direct questions about this LNM to the above address.

USE OF THE LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

The Monthly edition of the Local Notice to Mariners contains all
information relevant to the waterways within the Ninth Coast Guard
District.

This Monthly edition should be retained as a reference for subsequently
issued Weekly Supplements.

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BROADCAST NOTICE TO MARINERS (BNM) are issued by Ninth District and all
Group Offices for their areas of responsibility. Navigation

information having been of immediate concern to the Mariner, the
following broadcasts have been incorporated into this LNM when still
significant:

Ninth District O020-96 through O022-96 Group Buffalo, NY B007-96 through
B008-96

Group Detroit, MI D023-96 through D028-96 Group Grand Haven, MI G008-96
through G022-96

Group Milwaukee, WI M014-96 through M022-96 Group Sault Ste Marie, MI
S030-96 through S036-96

Light List Reference: Commandant Publication P16502.7, VOL VII, 1995
Edition / Coast Pilot Reference: U.S. Coast Pilot 6 Great Lakes 1995
Edition

REPORT DISCREPANCIES IN AIDS TO NAVIGATION TO THE NEAREST COAST GUARD
UNIT

I. SPECIAL NOTICES

U.S. COAST GUARD GREAT LAKES ADVISORY

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued an Urgent
Class I Recommendation to the U. S. Coast Guard following the grounding
of a cruise ship. The recommendation included a request to advise
mariners of possible safety problems associated with Gobal Positioning
System (GPS) receivers which automatically revert to dead reckoning (DR)
tracking when satellite fixes are not received for a peroid of time. In
the case prompting this advisory, it is believed the cruise ship ran
aground because an atenna failure resulted in the loss of satellite
signals causing the GPS to revert to positions based on DR tracking as
input to the auto pilot. Alarms indicating the receiver was in the DR
mode were not heard nor detected visually, which led to a course error
of 14 nautical miles. This casualty was preventable through people.
Vessel operators are advised of this circumstance and are urged to
review the design of their bridge systems to identify potential system
and opertional failure modes that might result in undetected changes to
the auto pilot function and develop modifications as requireed.
Additionally, bridge officers are reminded not to rely on any single aid
to navigation, but to use all navigation resources at hand.

\[03/96\]

U. S. COAST PILOT, EDITION 26

U. S. Coast Pilot 6, Great Lakes: Lakes Ontario, Erie, Huron, Michigan,
and Superior, and St. Lawrence River, Twenty-sixth Edition, Is ready for
issue and may be obtained from; Distribution Branch N/CG33, National
Ocean Service, 6501 Lafayette Avenue, Riverdale, MD 20737-1119.
\[01/96\]

Notice of Opening & Closing New York State Canal System

Subject to the latest water and weather developments and the completion
of the construction work, the NEW YORK STATE CANAL SYSTEM will open for
navigation on the following date: May 6,1996

This date applies to all four (4) canal sections, including: ERIE CANAL,
OSWEGO CANAL, CHAMPLAIN CANAL L, CAYUGA/SENECA CANAL

Special navigation notes:

1\. This notice reflects the OPERATING SCHEDULE from the Beginning of
the Business (BOB), to the Close of Business (COB) for the 1996
navigation season. All times are Eastern Daylight Savings. The following
sections are affected: ERIE CANAL (WEST OF THE RIVERS JUNCTION),
CAYUGA/SENECA CANAL MAY 6- NOVEMBER 3 7:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. (0700hrs. -
2230 hrs.) The above section will close (COB) November 3, 1996. 2.

ERIE CANAL (EAST OF THE RIVERS JUNCTION), CHAMPLAIN CANAL, OSWEGO CANAL
MAY 6 - NOVEVBER 24 7:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. (0700 hrs. - 2230 hrs.) The
above sections will close (COB) November 24, 1996.

Navigation Notes:

1\. On October 17, 1996 the hours of canal lock operations will change
the present 15 hour schedule to a 10 hour schedule (8:00 a.m. - 6:00
p.m.). The 10 hour schedule will change on October 27, 1996 to 7:00
a.m.- 5:00 p.m. to take advantage of the daylight associated with the
switch over to Eastern Standard Time. These hours will remain in effect
through the remainder of the season. 2. All locks monitor marine channel
13. 3. Twenty-four (24) hour service will be available for commercial
traffic and fifteen and a half (15½) hour service will be available for
noncommercial traffic. 4. Commercial floats must provide at least
twenty-four (24) hour prior notice to the New York State Canal
Corporation in order to arrange for roving lock operations. Commercial
interests requiring after hours service between 10:30 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
should contact the Canal Traffic Agent at (518) 471-5016, during
business hours (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.), Monday through Friday. After
Business hours (4:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.) and on weekends, commercial
interest may call Lock 12 of the Champlain Canal at (518) 499-1700. 5.
Roving lock operations may be in effect during some or all operating
hours. To aid passage, navigators should inform Lock Operators of their
travel plans. 6. The Utica Harbor lock will operate on weekdays by
appointment only. \[01/96\]

LAKE ONTARIO - NY - BLACK ROCK LOCK - CHART 14833

The Black Rock Lock will be open for operation on May 1, 1996. The hours
and dates for the balance of the 1996 navigation season are as follows:
1-11 May 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 7 days/week, 12 May to12 October 8:00
a.m. to midnight 7 days/week, 13 October to 30 November 8:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m. 7 days/week, 1 December to 4 January 8:00 a.m. to 4:00
p.m.Monday through Friday, 5 January closed for the season. 4 July hours
will be extended until 2:00 a.m. 25 December and 1 January will be
closed; on these days require 48 hour prior notification. Mariners are
advised that contract repairs to the North East Guide Pier will be
ongoing until approximately 4 July. Contractor\'s barges and equipment
will be in the area. All mariners are advised to use caution while
transiting the north end of the Lock. Commercial traffic must contact
the Lock at least two hours before arrival for special instructions, and
to allow time for the barge relocation. After hours notification remains
the same as published. These repairs will not affect the operational
hours of the Lock. Commercial traffic will be accommodated on a 24 hour
basis with prior notification. Questions relating to the schedules
should be directed to the Lock office (716) 879-4403 during operating
hours, or the District Office (716) 879-4283 between 0700 hours and 1630
hours, Monday through Friday (Fax (716) 879-4357), or via marine radio.

Lock Operations Monitors Marine Channel 16. \[03/96\]

LAKE Huron - MI St. Mary\'s Falls Canal - Lock Opening - Chart 14884

The St. Marys Fall Canal, Michigan, will be open to navigation for the
1996 season commencing 25 March 1996, at 0001 hours. The Poe Lock will
be operational on a twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven days per week
basis. The Mcarthur Lock will be placed in operation as traffic density
demands. CFR, Title 33, Part 207.440 (u). 2. All inquiries should be
addressed to CENCE-CO-OR and should refer to Notice to Navigation
Interest No LS96-01. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IL - Chicago River Lock Closure & Construction -Chart
14928

Illinois Constructors Corporation will start the construction of the
bulkhead slots & sills at the Chicago Harbor Lock around February 12,
1996. During this phase of the construction, which lasts until March 31,
1996, the contractor will be scheduling lock closure lasting up to
fourteen (14) calendar days. Notification of specific closure periods
will be by subsequent navigation notice with approximately seven (7)
days advance notice. The latest closure information will be provided via
a recorded message on the new Chicago Harbor Lock Construction
Information Line (312) 353-6400 ext 5100. \[01/96\]

GREAT LAKES - WINTER NAVIGATION ZONES

The Canadian Coast Guard in consultation with the United States Coast
Guard, determining the presence of ice to be dangerous to shipping, has
activated winter navigation zones one (1) through eight (8). Zone nine
(9) and ten (10) remain inactive. Information may be obtained by
contacting Ice Sarnia or the appropriate United States Coast Guard Group
Commander. Winter navigation zones are defined as follows: Zone 1: The
waters of Lake Erie, east of a line from Point Pelee to Huron, Ohio.
Zone 2: The waters of western Lake Erie, Lake St. Clair, St. Clair
River, and southern Lake Huron from the western limit of zone 1 to a
line e from Kettle Point to Lexington, Michigan. Zone 3: The waters of
Lake Huron, Saginaw Bay and Georgian Bay from the northern limit of zone
2 to a line from Rogers City, Michigan to the southeastern tip of
Manitou Island. Zone 4: The waters of northern Lake Huron, Straits of
Mackinac, and northern Lake Michigan bounded on the eastern side by the
northern limit of zone 3; bounded on the north by Detour Passage,
bounded on the west by a line from Seul Choix Point to Leland, Michigan.
Zone 5: The waters of the St. Marys River and Whitefish Bay from Detour
Passage to a line from Crisp Point to Coppermine Point. Zone 6: The
waters of eastern Lake Superior from the norther limit of zone 5 to a
line from Manitou Island to Edward Island. Zone 7: The waters of western
Lake Superior west of a line from Manitou Island to Edward Island. Zone
8: The waters of northern Lake Michigan and Green Bay bounded on the
east by the western limit of area 4 on the south by a line from
Pentwater, Michigan to Sheboyagan, Wisconsin. Zone 9: The waters of
southern Lake Michigan to the southern limit of area 8. Zone 10: The
waters of Lake Ontario. \[01/96\]

GREAT LAKES - Cargo Residue Policy

The current U.S. Coast Guard interim enforcement policy regarding the
incidental discharge of cargo residues, what are commonly called \"cargo
sweepings \", from commercial dry cargo carriers on the Great Lakes
during 1996. \[01/96\]

BRIDGE PROJECTS

The following is a general listing of waterways where various bridge
projects are in progress or will be performed during the 1996
navigational season:

Waterways

Black River, Michigan Black Rock Canal, New York Buffalo River, New York

Caumont River, New York Chicago River - Main, North Branch & South
Branch Little Calumet

Chicago Sanitary & Ship Canal Cuyahoga River DesPlains River, Illinois

Fox River, Wisconsin Grand River, Michigan Manitowoc River, Wisconsin

Menominee River, Wisconsin Milwaukee River, Wisconsin Niagara River, New
York

Pine River, Michigan Portage River, Michigan Root River, Wisconsin

St. Clair River/Lake Huron St. Joseph River, Michigan Sheboygan River,
Wisconsin

Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Trail Creek, Indiana

As projects develop, advisements will be made. If restrictions are
necessary they will be authorized by the Coast Guard only after it has
been established that the requested closure period will minimally impact
navigation. In addition, bridge closures during special events will be
listed once a closure is authorized. The listed closure period may be
well in advance of the actural closure date, therefore, it is suggested
that you list these closures in the vessel\'s log or on a calendar.
\[01/96\]

ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY NOTICE 2 - REPORTING OF DANGEROUS CARGO

Effective with the opening of the 1996 navigation season, all vessels
carrying dangerous cargo, as defined in Part V of the Seaway Regulation
and all tankers carrying liquid cargo in bulk, are required to file a
copy of the current load plan prior to transiting any part of the Seaway
system. The following information must be included with the load
plan: 1. Name of cargo, IMO class (if applicable) and UN number (if
applicable). If the cargo is not classed by IMO of UN number please
state \"NOT CLASSED\"; 2. total quantity (metric tons) of each commodity
and stowage location; 3. approximate quantity (metric tons or cubic
meters) in each hold or tank; 4. flashpoint of the cargo, if applicable;
5. estimated date of entry into the St. Lawrence Seaway system and date
and time load plan was issued or last amended. Mariners are reminded
that tankers, in ballast, which are not gas free where the previous
cargo had a flashpoint below 61 degrees C are considered hazardous cargo
vessels. In the case of tankers, the above information must be detailed
on a plan showing layout of the tanks. An amidships cross-section
showing double bottom tanks and ballast side tanks, if fitted, must also
be provided. If a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) on a specified
hazardous cargo is not available in a Seaway Traffic Control Center,
then the vessel will be requested to provide one. The load plan needs to
be submitted to the nearest Seaway Traffic Control Center from which it
will be distributed to all other Traffic Control Centers. Changes in
stowage, including loading and discharging during the Seaway transit
will require the submission of an updated plan prior to

departing ports between St. Lambert and Long Point. Failure to comply
with these requirements may result in unnecessary delays or transit
refusal. The load plan and other information can be transmitted via fax
twenty-four (24) hours a day to any of the following numbers: St.
Lambert, Quebec (514) 672-3668, Massena, NY (315) 764-3250, St.
Catharines, Ontario (905) 641-4632. \[02/96\]

ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY NOTICE 3 - GENERAL NOTICE

1\. EASTERN STANDARD TIME/DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME

The Seaway entities will be operating on Eastern Standard Time from the
opening of the navigation season until 0200 hours on April 7, 1996, at
which time Eastern Daylight Saving Time will become effective. At 0200
hours on October 27, 1996, the operating time will revert to Eastern
Standard time.

2\. SEAWAY DRAFTS

Montreal-Lake Ontario Section - As of 0001 hour April 15, 1996, the
maximum permissible draft of 79.2 decimeters (26\'0\") in the
Montreal-Lake Ontario section of the Seaway will be increased to 80.0
decimeters (26\'3\"). This draft will remain in effect until December
15, 1996 or until such time as changing water levels necessitate a graft
reduction, whichever occurs first.Welland Canal - The maximum
permissible draft in the Welland Canal will be 80.0 decimeters (26\'3\")
for the duration of the entire 1996 navigation season, unless changing
water levels on Lake Ontario necessitate a draft reduction. It is the
responsibility of the master to ensure that the permissible drafts are
not exceeded. Overdraft vessels create scheduling problems and are a
source of delay to users, especially if discharge of cargo is required.
During hot weather, the masters must be aware of \"hogging\" conditions
and allow for this within the permissible draft.

3\. SPEED LIMITS

The speed limits indicated in Column III, of the attached schedule of
speed limits, will be in effect as of the opening of the navigation
season. Vessels must operate within the established speed limits. A
speed enforcement program will be carried out throughout the navigation
season (enclosure 1)

4\. CHANGE IN LOCK OPERATING PROCEDURE

At Locks 2, 3, and 4, Montreal-Lake Ontario section, and Locks 1, 2, 4,
5, 6, and 7, Welland Canal, lock wall controls will be in use and the
Lock Operator will therefore remain on the wall throughout. At Lock 8,
Welland Canal, the Lock Operator will remain in the control room and a
two man crew will be in attendance on the lock wall.

5\. VISIBILITY FROM WHEELHOUSE

Mariners are reminded of the importance of having good visibility from
the wheelhouse when navigating in confined waters, particularly at
night. Obstructions to forward visibility must be avoided; whenever
possible deck cargo, derricks or cranes are to be stowed, and the vessel
is to be trimmed in such a manner as to provide optimum forward
visibility from the conning position.

6\. VESSEL EQUIPMENT

Accidents and potentially serious incidents have occurred due to
malfunctions of essential equipment and, sometimes, to the failure of
ships personnel to understand their equipment. Mariners are reminded
that: (a) all commercial vessels are required to carry the latest charts
and publications for their Seaway transit and to maintain them corrected
up to date; (b) the steering gear must be maintained in the best
possible condition and is to be operated to give maximum steering
efficiency. All watchkeeping officers and helmsmen must be fully
conversant with backup systems available and know how to change over to
them in an emergency. It is also essential that a well rested and
competent helmsman be on duty at all times throughout the transit; (c)
generators which supply power to winches and/or bow thrusters must be
operating and on line at all times. When automatic start emergency
standby equipment are not available, watchkeeping engineers must be
fully conversant with emergency change over; (d) wrong-way alarms,
wrong-way pitch alarms and engine interlocks are essential safety
devices which must be fully operational at all times during transit. It
is important that a regular testing procedure to verify the functioning
of these installations be established on board the vessel; (e) in the
interest of safety, it is essential that Seaway Regulations 81, 84 and
85, \"Reporting of Accidents, Impairment or other Hazard by Vessels
Transiting or Intending to transit the Seaway\", be strictly adhered to;
(f) every vessel transiting between CIP 2 and Tibbetts Point, and CIP 15
and CIP 16 shall man the propulsion machinery of the vessel with
qualified personnel in accordance

with Seaway Regulation 35; (g) vessels using synthetic lines, in
accordance with Seaway Regulation No. 10, should not use nylon since its
high elasticity can produce an extremely dangerous whipping effect, if
it breaks under stress.

7\. MOORING AND CASTING OFF OF VESSELS IN LOCKS

Masters of vessels transiting the Seaway are advised they must have
sufficient competent crew members on board to properly handle the
mooring lines and winches during the lockage operation. Inadequately
trained seamen are not to be assigned to locking-through duties. It is
important that moorings be rigged in accordance with Seaway Regulations
and that instructions provided on the vessel\'s ship Inspection Report
be adhered to. Masters must ensure that crew members are alert and
attentive to all phases on the lockage procedure since the improper
operation of mooring winches or the careless handling of mooring lines
can result in serious injury to lock and shipboard personnel. Masters
are requested to note the following practices: (a) during downbound
lockages, release the tension of the mooring lines quickly at castoff;
(b) following the castoff signal, do not take in mooring lines
prematurely; in the downbound direction, wait for the eye of the mooring
wire to come over the coping before starting to take in the mooring
wire; (c) ensure that lines are coiled properly on the winch drums to
avoid pinching and backlash; (d) ensure that the slack mooring wires are
taken up only after the appropriate signal has been received from the
lock crew during the initial mooring of the vessel. Thereafter, the
proper tensioning of the lines during the lock fill or dump operation is
the responsibility of the vessel\'s crew; (e) vessels are required to
maintain their position in the lock during the raising and lowering
operations. Winches or hand-held mooring lines shall be properly
attended to avoid the necessity of engine or thruster maneuvers during
the locking operation. Care must be taken to ensure the vessel does not
back up past the \"STOP\" sign at the stern of the vessel when preparing
to depart the lock after raising or lowering; (f) mariners are reminded
that at Eisenhower and Snell Locks, a four (4) person lockage procedure
is in operation. At times, circumstances will exist where a three (3)
person lockage procedure would be instituted. Mariners will be advised
as soon as possible, prior to utilizing the three (3) person procedure.
Mariners are requested not to start ahead until the horn is sounded.
This will give the line handlers sufficient time to open gates and raise
ship arrestors, then come back on the wall and cast off mooring lines;
(g) mariners are advised that the white light located at either end of

a lock and which is activated when the end of the lock is fully \"open\"
is not to be used as a signal to cast off. (These lights serve only as
indicators for lock wall personnel). The vessel is to remain secured
until the Seaway Officer in charge of the mooring operation gives cast
off instructions. When a vessel is

instructed to cast off, the mooring lines are to be slacked and the
master must ensure that they have all been cast off and clear of the
bollards before commencing to heave the lines inboard. The vessel must
not exit the lock at such a speed that the mooring lines are not
completely inboard before passing the lock gates. Failure to do so can
result in injuries to personnel and damage to both Seaway and shipboard
installations. (h) In Canadian Locks the stern lines of an upbound
vessel in Locks 1 to 4 Eastern Region and 1 to 7 Western region will be
secured first, when requested by the master, through the appropriate
Traffic Control Center, provided the following applies: (i) the overall
length of the vessel is 185 meters or less, regardless of the beam; (ii)
the overall length of the vessel is greater than 185 meters, but the
beam is 20 meters or less.

8\. OVERALL VESSEL DIMENSIONS

\(a\) In recent years the design of the superstructure of vessels with
machinery and accommodations aft has changed considerably and has
generally resulted in an increase in the overall size of the after
housing. As a result, the bridge wings, antenna masts and, in some
cases, the samson posts or stores cranes are outside the limits of the
block diagram in Appendix I of the Seaway Handbook, should the stern of
the vessel override the lock walls when exiting the locks. Masters and
Pilots must take this condition into consideration and exercise extreme
caution when exiting locks to ensure that the vessel is maintained in
proper lock alignment until finally passed and clear of all structures.
(b) The Seaway has undertaken a review of the allowable dimensions of a
ship that transits the waterway and steps are being taken to formally
revise the relevant section of the Seaway Regulations to change the
maximum permissible dimensions to the following: maximum vessel beam
changed from the current 23.16metres (76 feet) to a maximum of 23.8
metres (78 feet); maximum vessel overall length (O.A.L.) changed from
the current 222.5 metres (730 feet) to a maximum of 225.5 metres (740
feet). Certain requirements must be met by vessels greater than 222.5
metres (O.A.L.): 1. Vessels must have a rounded stem bar. 2. Vessels
must be equipped with adequately

powered self-tensioning and self-rendering winches and fairleads at an
apprved location. 3. Adding to the O.A.L. will somewhat decrease
existing margins with respect to distance to and from ship arresters.
Locking of these larger vessels will require special operating
procedures. These will increase the lockage

time by 2 or 3 minutes. 4. Mariners must comply with special mooring
instructions and procedures when proceeding through the locks. As water
levels, changes in seasonal conditions and vessel design can have an
impact on the ability of the Seaway locks to accommodate vessels with
larger dimensions, special consideration must be given in certain cases
to ensure a safe and efficient transit for all users. Prior review and
approval of ship plans are necessary for all vessels in excess of the
current maximum dimensions before permission to transit will be granted.
For further information reguarding the transit of ships with dimensions
in excess of the current maximum permissible dimensions, please direct
inquiries to: Capt. Joseph Craig, Chief, Marine Services, The St.
Lawrence Seaway Authority, 202 Pitt Street, Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
K6J3P7. Telephone number (613) 932-5204. Fax number (613) 932-5204.

9\. RADIO COMMUNICATIONS

\(a\) U. S. Traffic Control Sector - Masters are hereby reminded that
one Traffic Controller is assigned to both American Sectors. (b)
Reporting Temperatures of Swarf Cargo - Masters are reminded of the
requirement for reporting temperature readings when a vessel is carrying
metal trimmings, shavings, cuttings or borings in bulk. Reference is
made to Part V of the Seaway Handbook, Regulations 72(3) and Schedule
III, Items 1, 19, 29, 35, and 55. (c) Reporting at a Calling-in Point -
For reasons of safety and the scheduling of vessel traffic, it is
important that all reporting of vessel locations be made when the vessel
is at the actual established calling-in point. (d) Security Calls - It
is a requirement that all vessels which enter the American Narrows,
either upbound or downbound, make a security call on Channel 13. Upbound
Vessels: The security call is made at Deer Island near LT 186. Downbound
Vessels: The security call is made at Rock Island near LT 213.

10\. DROPPING ANCHOR - LOCK APPROACHES

In several lock approaches, underwater air bubbling equipment is
installed. These installations are identified on hydrographic navigation
charts , as well as by sign located on the approach walls. Masters are
reminded that unless there is an extreme emergency, the dropping of
anchors must be avoided in these areas in order to prevent damage to
this equipment.

11\. LOCK APPROACH WALLS - FENDERING

In order to reduce excessive wear and associated high repair costs on
wall fendering, as well as to avoid hazards to navigation, masters are
urged not to use excessive force when sliding along approach walls.

12\. CAPE VINCENT ANCHORAGE

The Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, in the interest of
safety, may be directing vessels that must anchor to do so between
Bartlett Point and LB-245. However, no vessel will anchor west of
Carleton Island unless instructed by a Seaway Officer under the
provision of Seaway Regulation 27.

13\. AIDS TO NAVIGATION

Mariners are cautioned not to rely solely on buoys for navigation
purposes. Buoys should be used only as approximate markers defining
channel limits and hazards. Mariners are urged to refer to current
hydrographic charts, Sailing Directions, and Notice to Mariners.

14\. FLOW PATTERNS

The power entities at the Mosses-Saunders Power Generating Station may
be conducting peaking and ponding operations whenever the flow in the
upper St. Lawrence River is below 7,930 M/s (280,000 cfs). These
operations may cause some variations in the normal current patterns and
velocities in the

vicinity of Iroquois Lock, Copelands Cut Light 46 and downstream of
Snell Lock.

15\. SEWAGE DISPOSAL

Vessels equipped solely with sewage holding tanks shall keep a sewage
disposal log or make an entry in the deck log with the date and location
where these tanks are pumped out or otherwise voided.

16\. VERTICAL CLEARANCES

Hydrographic charts have been changed to indicate the vertical
clearances above chart datum. Water levels may be above chart datum and
available clearances of overhead structures and cables may therefore be
less than indicated on the chart. The maximum permissible height
accepted for transit of the Seaway is 35.5 meters above the vessel\'s
waterline.

17\. LOCK ENTRY

Mariners are urged to exercise caution when entering locks to avoid
passing the \"STOP\" symbol and contacting the breast wall or ship
arrestor. Such contacts can create delays to users if replacement and/or
repairs are necessary.

18\. CERTIFICATES OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

The Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation wishes to advise all
mariners that the United States Coast Guard will not allow any vessel to
transit American waters without a Certificate of Financial
Responsibility (COFR) as required under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990.
All vessels will be directed to anchor if the Certificate of Financial
Responsibility is not on board the vessel or recognized as having been
approved by or issued by the Coast Guard. Any questions regarding COFR
should be addressed directly to U. S. Coast Guard, Marine Safety
Detachment, Post Office Box 728, Massena, New York 13662, telephone
(315) 764-3284.

19\. MAIN ENGINE FUEL CHANGEOVER

Masters are reminded the main engine must be available to maneuvere
through its full range of speeds, while in transit between CIP 2 to Cape
Vincent and CIP 15 to CIP 16. Accidents have occurred as a result of
changing fuel types in confined waters. \[02/96\]

ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY NOTICE 4 - TIE-UP SERVICE AT LOCK APPROACH WALLS

Mariners are advised that effective opening of navigation, 1996, the
Seaway entities will again offer, for a continuing trial period, a
tie-up service at approach walls and Seaway wharves to vessels which
elect not to install or use landing booms. The vessel\'s crew will be
responsible for casting off the vessel on the approach walls and at
wharves. The fee for this service for each round trip or part thereof,
regardless of the number of approach wall tie-ups provided, will be
Montreal-Lake Ontario Section \$500.00 CDN; Welland Canal \$500.00 CDN.
The service is mandatory at least 24 hours prior to the start of the
transit. The charges for this service will be invoiced separately. For
mooring on approach walls and wharves, vessels are to provide their own
synthetic lines, that must comply with Seaway Regulations 401.10. The
use of nylon mooring lines will not be permitted. \[02/96\]

ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY NOTICE 5 - PRE-ENTRY INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM
FOREIGN FLAG VESSELS

Please provide the following information via fax to any of the traffic
control center numbers listed below at least 24 hours prior to westbound
entry of the St. Lawrence Seaway at C.I.P. 2 in Montreal: St. Lambert,
Quebec (514) 672-3668, Massena, New York (315) 764-1886, or St.
Catharines, Ontario (905) 641-4632. 1. Vessel\'s Name and Lloyd\'s
Register Number; 2. Flag of Registry and Name of Classification Society;
3. Radio Call Sign; 4. ETA Montreal; 5. Owner\'s Name; 6. Operator\'s
Name; 7. Last Port; 8. List All Great Lakes Ports of Destination; 9.
Ballast Water: State the location of all ballast water within the
vessel, the ports where it was originally taken on and the location
(lat. and long.) where the ballast was exchanged. 10. Date and location
of last Port State Control Exam (Paris MOU); 11. Date and location of
last U.S. Port State Control Exam; 12. Date of expiry of U.S.
Certificate of Financial Responsibility; 13. Shipboard Oil Pollution
Emergency Plan approved and on board; 14. Has USCG self-examination been
completed? (maximum 7 days prior to entering Seaway at C.I.P. 2); List
all outstanding items. 15. Do you wish to have a U.S. Coast Guard Port
State Control exam carried out at the anchorage in Montreal?

\[02/96\]

The New York Power Authority has purposely sunk the Barge \"Buckthorn\"
in position 43-04..5N, 079-00.3W. The Barge is located between two
breakwaters, west of the North Grand Island Bridge. Approximately 10
feet of freeboard remains visible. The Barge will remain in place until
removed in the

spring. \[01/96\]

NIAGARA RIVER - NY - Buffalo Harbor - Boom Installation - CHART 14833

The New York Power Authority has completed the ice boom installation.
The ice boom stretches from the vicinity of the Old Buffalo Harbor West
Breakwater Light (LLNR 2675) to near the Buffalo Harbor Old Breakwater
North End Light (2715), then in a WNW direction to near the Canadian
Shore South of Erie

Beach. This area is marked as a cable area on chart 14832. All mariners
are advised to exercise caution when transiting the area. \[01/96\]

LAKE ERIE - OH through LAKE HURON - MI - Obstruction Removal and Survey
Operations - Chart 14820- 1414860

Beginning on or about April 1, 1996, and continuing throughout the 1996
navigation season, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers s/v PAJ, crane barge
VELER, along with other survey vessels and attendant plant, will perform
obstruction removal and survey operations in various Federal navigation
channels of Lake Erie, Detroit River, Lake St. Clair, St. Clair River,
and Lake Huron. While performing survey operations the s/v PAJ (a 120
feet long by 33 feet wide vessel), may be transiting the channel in a
transverse (sideways) mode and thus will be one of the widest vessels in
the channals. Also, operating in this mode, the maneuverability of the
vessel is restricted. Appropriate shapes and/or lights will be
exhibited. Operations will be conducted Monday through Friday from 0700
to 1900 hours. Vessel operators should use caution and reduce speed when
navigating in the vicinity of these operations. All inquiries should be
addressed to CENCE-CO-OO and should refer to Notice to Navigation
Interests No. L96-06. \[02/96\]

DETROIT RIVER

\- MI - Livingstone Channal - Chart 14848

In accordance with the provisions of the United States 33 CFR 162.134
(D) governing the connecting waters from Lake Huron to Lake Erie and the
Canadian St. Clair and Detroit River navigation safety regulations
paragraph 20 (1) and (2) effective January 01, 1996 at 1300 UCT both
upbound and downbound traffic will be permitted in the Livingston
Channel subject to the following conditions: A. Vessel shall not meet or
pass in the Livingstone Channel between LivingstoneChannel Upper
Entrance Light (LLNR 7195) and Bar Point Pier Light )LLNR 6995). B.
Upbound vessels shall report to CGCTC Sarnia on VHF-FM channel12, one
hour prior to entering the normal one way portion of the Livingston
Channel, and again upon exiting that portion of the channel. C.
Downbound vessels shall include in their normal reports CGCTC Sarnia at
the Belle Isle Light check in point an ETA to entering the Livingston
Channel and shall report again upon exiting. D. Downbound vessels
reporting at the Belle Isle Light check in point in advance of the
Livingston Channel will normally have the right of way over upbound
vessels which have not reported at the Detroit River Light (LLNR 6885).
However, ice and weather conditions may dictate that upbound vessels be
allowed to clear Livingston Channel prior to downbound transits. CGCTC
Sarnia will prioritize traffic as necessary to resolve conflicts between
upbound and downbound traffic. The Amherstburg Channel remains open to
navigation but mariners are advised that aids to navigation remain in a
non-maintained status. \[01/96\]

DETROIT RIVER - MI - St. Clair River and Lake St. Clair - CHART 14848

The U. S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port, Regional Director, Canadian
Coast Guard Central and Arctic Region concurrently request all vessels
who wish totransit the St. Clair River and Lake St. Clair between Lake
Huron Cut and Belle Isle to contact VTC Sarnia for transit instructions,
due to the unusual early season ice congestion. U. S. and Canadian Coast
Guard ice breaking efforts are working to relieve the congested
situation. Ice Breakers may periodically contact vessels awaiting
transit to coordinate escorts to sequence transits and/or to determine
vessel capabilities. The Emergency Vessel Traffic Services System, which
incorporates mandatory vessel measures may be invoke if necessary.
\[01/96\]

LAKE HURON - MI - Sault St. Marie - Port Closure - Chart 14884

In accordance with 33 CFR 165.901 Captain of the Port Sault St. Marie
closed the waters between Cheboyagan Michigan and Bois Blanc Island
known as the South Channel effective 1000 local on January 06, 1996.
\[01/96\]

LAKE HURON MI, Saginaw Bay and River - Survey Operations - Chart 14863

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers\' survey vessels will be performing
survey operations within the Federal navigation channels in the Saginaw
Bay and the Saginaw River, Michigan throughout the 1996 navigational
season. Vessel operators should use caution and reduce speed when
navigating in the vicinity of these operations. All inquiries should be
addressed to CENCE-CO-OO and should refer to Notice to Navigation
Interest No. L96-07. \[02/96\]

LAKE HURON MI - Black River - Condition of Channel - Chart 14852

Condition surveys performed within the Federal navigational channel at
Black River (Port Huron), Michigan during the month of July 1995
indicate shoaling. All soundings are in feet and are referred to Low
Water Datum elevation 576.8 feet above Mean Sea Level, IGLD, 1995.
Copies of the sounding can be

obtained in 7 full size (30\"x42\") sheets, at a cost of \$7.00 per set
and and \$3.50 for any additional set. from the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, P.O. Box 1027, Detroit, Michigan 48231-1027. Check or money
order should be made payable to the \"FAO, USAED, Detroit\". All
inquiries should be addressed to

CENCE-CO-OO and should refer to Notice to Navigation Interest No.
L96-13. \[03/96\]

ST. MARYS RIVER - MI - Speed Limit Reduction - Chart 14883

The Commander Ninth Coast Guard District made a temporary amendment to
the speed limits for the St. Marys River per 33 CFR 162.117. The speed
limit in the St. Marys River is being reduced by two (2) statute miles
per hour in the area between Munuscong Channel Junction lighted ice buoy
(LLNR 13030) and Lake Nicolet Light 80 (LLNR 13465) in the upbound
channel, and between Lake Nicolet Light 80 (LLNR 13465) and West Neebish
Channel Light 9 (LLNR 13715) downbound. The speed limit are as follows:
Upbound - Munuscong Channel lighted ice buoy (LLNR 13065) to Everens
Point - 10 m.p.h.. Everens Pointto Reed Point - 7 m.p.h.. Reed Point to
Middle Neebish Light 62 (LLNR 13375) - 8 m.p.h.. Middle Neebish Light 62
(LLNR 13375) to Lake Nicolet Light 80 (LLNR13465) - 10 m.p.h..
Downbound - Lake Nicolet Light 80 (LLNR 13465) to West Neebish Channel
Light 9 (LLNR 13715) - 8 m.p.h.. All other speed limits remain
unchanged. \[01/96\]

LAKE SUPERIOR - MI - Mackinac Island Speed Limit - Chart 14883

Due to construction from February 22, 1996 until April 30, 1996 in
Mackinac Island Harbor, all mariners are requested to check their speed
in the Round Island Passage to minimize their wake. \[01/96\]

LAKE SUPERIOR - MI - Duluth-Superior Harbor - Condition of Channel -
Chart 14975

The latest condition surveys performed at Duluth-Superior Harbor,
Minnesota and Wisconsin are available. All depths are referred to Low
Water Datum 600 feet above Mean Water Level at Father Point, Quebec IGLD
1955). Copies osoundings (29 sheets for the entire harbor ) may be
obtained in full size (30\'x42\') sheets for \$1.50 per sheet for the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Duluth Area Office, Canal Park, Duluth,
Minnesota 55802. Checks or money orders should be made payable to the
Finance and Accounting Officer, USAED, Detroit. All inquiries should be
addressed to CENCE-CO-DA (Duluth) and should refer to Notice to
Navigation Interest No. LDS96-01. \[03/96

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - Port Austin Harbor - Condition of Channel Chart
14863

Condition surveys performed within the Federal navigational channel at
Port Austin Harbor, Michigan during the month of June 1995 indicate
shoaling. All soundings are in feet and are referred to Low Water Datum
elevation 576.8 feet above Mean Sea Level, IGLD, 1995. Copies of the
sounding can be obtained in 1 full size (30\"x42\") sheet, at a cost of
\$1.00 per sheet and and \$0.50 for any additional sheet. from the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers, P.O. Box 1027, Detroit, Michigan 48231-1027.
Check or money order should be made payable to the \"FAO, USAED,
Detroit\". All inquiries should be addressed to CENCE-CO-OO and should
refer to Notice to Navigation Interest No. L96-12. \[03/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Algoma Harbor - Condition of Channel Chart 14910

Condition surveys performed within the Federal navigational channel at
Algoma Harbor, Wisconsin during the month of June 1995 indicate
shoaling. All soundings are in feet and are referred to Low Water Datum
elevation 576.8 feet above Mean Sea Level, IGLD, 1995. Copies of the
sounding can be obtained in 1 full size (30\"x42\") sheet, at a cost of
\$1.00 per sheet and and \$0.50 for any additional sheet. from the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers, P.O. Box 1027, Detroit, Michigan 48231-1027.
Check or money order should be made payable to the \"FAO, USAED,
Detroit\". All inquiries should be addressed to CENCE-CO-OO and should
refer to Notice to Navigation Interest No. L96-10. \[03/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Oconto Habor - Condition of Channel Chart 14910

Condition surveys performed within the Federal navigational channel at
Oconto Harbor, Wisconsin during the month of June 1995 indicate
shoaling. All soundings are in feet and are referred to Low Water Datum
elevation 576.8 feet above Mean Sea Level, IGLD, 1995. Copies of the
sounding can be obtained in 4 full size (30\"x42\") set, at a cost of
\$4.00 per set and and \$2.00 for any additional set. from the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers, P.O. Box 1027, Detroit, Michigan 48231-1027. Check
or money order should be made payable to the \"FAO, USAED, Detroit\".
All inquiries should be addressed to CENCE-CO-OO and should refer to
Notice to Navigation Interest No. L96-11. \[03/96\]

II\. DISCREPANCIES IN AIDS TO NAVIGATION as of 1000, 19 March 1996

This section lists the summary of current discrepancies. Any
discrepancies listed in Local Notice to Mariners 40/95 which have been
corrected are listed under \"DISCREPANCIES CORRECTED\" in this section.
An asterisk (\*) denotes additions since the last weekly discrepancy and
information summary. The following abbreviations are used to describe
aid names and discrepancy status:

B Buoy BKW Breakwater (C) Canadian Aid

CH Channel DAM Damaged DAYBD Dayboard

ENT Entrance EXT Extinguished F/S Fog Signal

HBR Harbor IMPCHA Improper Characteristic INOP Inoperative

LB Lighted LT Light MIS Missing

OBST Obstruction OFFSTA Off Station (P) Private Aid

PAROBSC Partially PHD Pierhead REDINT Reduced Intensity

RF Range Front RR Range Rear W/M Winter Mark

A. RECENT DISCREPANCIES Charts BNM LNM

LLNR Name of aid Status Affected Ref. Ref.

2080 Oswego HBR W PHD LT REDINT 14813 01/96

2745 Buffalo River B 4 OFFSTA 14833 B002-96 01/96

2750 Buffalo River B 6 OFFSTA 14833 B002-96 01/96

2755 Buffalo River B 3 OFFSTA 14833 B002-96 01/96

3080 Grand Island RR LT PAROBSC 14832 B116-95 01/95

3425 Dunkirk HBR B 4 MIS 14823 B006-96 01/96

4035 CLeveland Intake LB (P) MIS 14826 D003-96 01/96

4180 Cleveland HBR LT 5 EXT 14839 D316-95 35/95

4185 Lorain Harbor B 5 MIS 14839 03/96

6050 Maumee Bay ENT LT 2 REDINT 14847 D179-95 19/95

6160 Maumee Bay B 23 MIS 14847 D370-95 01/96

7765 Fighting Island CH LB 91 (W/M) MIS 14848 01/96

8000 Trenton CH LB 13 MIS 14848 01/96

8655 St. Clair Cut Off CH LB 13 MIS 14850 D005-96 01/96

8885 St. Clair Shores BKW LT 2 EXT 14850 D002-96 01/96

9725 Russell Island LT IMPCHA 14852 D001-96 01/96

9825 Fawn Island Upper End LB 42 MIS 14852 D027-96 03/96

10644 Saginaw Bay CH LT 14 EXT 14867 D028-96 03/96

13065 Munuscong CH Upbound LB 8 (LIB) EXT 14883 S029-96 01/96

13125 Sailors Encampment CH LB 21 EXT 14883 03/96

13285 West Neebish CH LB 43 EXT 14883 03/96

13430 Lake Nicolet LB 73 OFFSTA 14883 S236-95 01/96

13525 West Neebish CH Downbound LB 46 (W/M) OFFSTA 14883 S234-96 01/96

13565 West Neebish CH Downbound LB 38 (W/M) OFFSTA 14883 S013-96 01/96

13585 West Neebish CH Downbound B 34 (W/M) OFFSTA 14883 S007-96 01/96

13730 West Neebish CH LB 6 OFFSTA 14883 01/96

14635 Marquette BKW Outer LT EXT 14970 S022-96 01/96

14670 Presque Isle HBR BKW LT EXT 14970 01/96

15600 Superior Entry North BKW LT IMPCHA 14975 03/96

15955 East Gate Basin B 11 OFFSTA 14975 S217-96 37/95

18370 Point Betsie LT IMPCHA 14907 G005-96 01/96

18375 Frankfort N BKW LT IMPCHA 14907 G012-96 03/96

18385 Frankfort S BKW LT REDINT 14907 G119-95 40/95

18415 Portage Lake N PHD LT F/S INOP 14907 G014-96 03/96

18450 Manistee North PHD LT F/S INOP 14938 G013-96 03/96

18530 Ludington N BKW LT IMPCHA 14937 G118-95 40/95

18540 Ludington N PHD LT F/S INOP 14937 G015-96 03/96

18555 Ludington S BKW LT IMPCHA 14937 G111-95 39/95

18705 Muskegon S BKW LT F/S INOP 14934 G016-96 03/96

18710 Muskegon S PHD LT F/S INOP 14934 G017-96 03/96

18735 Muskegon Lake LT F/S INOP 14934 G018-96 03/96

18965 Grand Haven S PHD ENT LT F/S INOP 14933 G019-96 03/96

19505 South Haven S PHD LT F/S INOP 14906 G020-96 03/96

19510 South Haven N PHD LT EXT 14906 G112-95 39/95

19515 St. Joseph N PHD LT REDINT 14930 G113-95 39/95

19545 Michigan City East PHD LT F/S INOP 14905 G022-96 03/96

19555 Michigan City BKW LT EXT 14905 G115-95 40/95

19560 Michigan City S BKW LT REDINT 14905 G116-95 40/95

20420 Kenosha HBR ENT B 1 OFFSTA 14904 01/96

20425 Kenosha HBR ENT B 2 OFFSTA 14904 01/96

21440 St. Martin Shoal B 4 DAM 14909 M013-96 01/96

21765 Jackson HBR B 1 OFFSTA 14915 M210-95 40/95

B. DISCREPANCIES CORRECTED Charts BNM LNM

LLNR Name of aid Status Affected Ref. Ref.

18370 Point Betsie LT IMPCHA 14907 G005-96 01/96

18530 Ludington N BKW LT REDINT/ F/S IMPCHA 14937 G118-95 40/95

21440 St. Martin Shoal B 4 DAM 14909 M013-96 01/96

III\. TEMPORARY CHANGES IN AIDS TO NAVIGATION as of 1000, 19 March 1996

NONE

IV\. CHART CORRECTIONS since LNM x40/95

Corrective action affecting charts is contained in this section. Chart
corrections are listed numerically by chart number. The correction
listed pertains to that chart only. It is up to the mariner to decide
what charts are to be corrected. The following example explains the
individual elements of a typical correction.

Chart Chart Edition Last Local Notice Reference Source Agency of Current
Notice

number edition date to Mariners datum correction to Mariners

\| \| \| \| \| \| \|

14922 17th ed. 4/25/92 Last LNM 12/93 NAD 83 (CGD9) 17/93

MANITOWOC AND SHEBOYGAN HARBORS

Change Manitowoc South Breakwater Light to \"3\" Fl G 2.5s, 37ft 8 StM
44 05 29.0N 87 38 37.0W

\| \| \|

Corrective Object of corrective Position

action action

The letter (M) immediately following the chart number indicates that the
correction should be applied to the metric side of the chart only.
(Temp) indicates that the chart correction action is temporary in
nature. Courses and bearings are given in degrees clockwise from 000
true. Bearings of light sectors are toward the light from lakeward.
Nominal range of lights is expressed in statute miles (St M).

14825 23nd ed. 9/11/93 Last LNM 33/95 NAD 83 (NOS CL-02/96) 03/96

ASHTABULA TO CHAGRIN RIVER (LORAN C)

Change Lake County Inner Crib Light to Fl 2.5s, 15ft (Priv maintd) PA
at: 41 45 39.5N 81 15 40.0W

14826 25th ed. 8/7/93 Last LNM 36/95 NAD 83 (CGD9) 03/96

MOSS POINT TO VERMILION (LORAN C)

Change Lorain Harbor Light 2 to Fl R 4s, 58ft, 7 StM (Floodlighted) at:
41 28 39.0N 82 11 26.0W

14829 4th ed. 6/25/94 Last LNM 27/95 NAD 83 (NOS CL-02/96) 03/96

GENEVA TO LORAIN (LORAN C)

Change Lake County Inner Crib Light to Fl 2.5s, 4 m (Priv maintd) PA at:
41 45 39.5N 81 15 40.0W

Lorain Harbor Light 2 to Fl R 4s, 58ft, 7 StM (Floodlighted) at: 41 28
39.0N 82 11 26.0W

14830M 9th ed. 8/27/94 Last LNM 36/95 NAD 83 (CGD9) 03/96

LORAIN TO DETROIT RIVER (LORAN C)

Change Lorain Harbor Light 2 to Fl R 4s, 18 m, 6 NM (Floodlighted) at:
41 28 39.0N 82 11 26.0W

14837 25th ed. 4/1/95 Last LNM 34/95 NAD 83 (NOS CL-02/96) 03/96

FAIRPORT HARBOR

Change Lake County Inner Crib Light to Fl 2.5s, 15ft (Priv maintd) PA
at: 41 45 39.5N 81 15 40.0W

14841 25th ed. 9/7/91 Last LNM 28/95 NAD 83 (CGD9) 03/96

LORAIN HARBOR

Change Lorain Harbor Light 2 to Fl R 4s, 58ft, 7 StM (Floodlighted) at:
41 28 39.0N 82 11 26.0W

14904 23rd ed. 6/10/95 Last LNM 1/96 NAD 83 (NOS; NOS CL-1124/95) 03/96

PORT WASHINGTON TO WAUKEGAN (LORAN C)

Add Dotted circle, blue tint, with a diameter of 300 feet and label:

Foul Area (rep 1995) centered in: 42 43 39.0N 87 44 10.5W

Inset Change Latitude value from 49² 29\' to 42² 29\' at: 42 29 00.0N 87
46 43.0W

only and at: 42 29 00.0N 87 48 36.0W

14925 22nd ed. 6/27/92 Last LNM 12/94 NAD 83 (NOS CL-1124/95) 03/96

RACINE HARBOR

Add Dotted circle, blue tint, with a diameter of 300 feet and label:

Foul Area (rep 1995) centered in: 42 43 39.0N 87 44 10.5W

V. ADVANCE NOTICE OF CHANGES TO AIDS TO NAVIGATION

NIAGARA RIVER - NY - Buffalo Harbor - Chart 14832

Change Buffalo Harbor Light (LLNR 2680) to a AL WG 10s. \[01/96\]

Disestablish the fog signal at Buffalo Harbor South Enterence Light
(LLNR 2905). \[02/96\]

LAKE ERIE - NY - Buffalo Harbor - Chart 14832

Establish a winter mark for Black Rock Canal LB 19 (LLNR 2865).

Establish a winter mark for Black Rock Canal LB 23 (LLNR 2880).

Establish a winter mark for Black Rock Canal LB 25 (LLNR 2885).
\[34/95\]

LAKE ERIE - NY - Buffalo Harbor - Chart 14832

Establish a winter mark for Black Rock Canal LB 19 (LLNR 2865).

Establish a winter mark for Black Rock Canal LB 23 (LLNR 2880).

Establish a winter mark for Black Rock Canal LB 25 (LLNR 2885).
\[34/95\]

LAKE ERIE - OH - Cleveland Harbor - Chart 14839

Change the nominal range of Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance Light (LLNR
4160) from 23 StM to 16 StM for the white light and19 StM to 14 StM for
the

red light. Currently, the main light is inoperable with the backup-light
showing reduced intensities of 16 StM for the white light and 14 StM for
the red light.

\[32/95\]

LAKE ERIE - OH - Lorain Harbor - Chart 14841

Temporarily change the characteristics of Lorain Harbor Light 2 (LLNR
4335) to Iso R 6s and change the nominal range from 9 St M to 6 St M.
\[30/95\]

SAGINAW BAY - MI - Chart 14863

In addition to the changes below, the Light List Numbers of the aids to
navigation in Saginaw Bay will be changed.

Disestablish Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"11\" (LLNR 10635).

Disestablish Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"12\" (LLNR 10640).

Disestablish Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"23\" (LLNR 10700).

Disestablish Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"24\" (LLNR 10705).

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"3\" (LLNR 10590) to 43² 47\'
27.2\"N, 83² 43\' 54.2\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"4\" (LLNR 10595) to 43² 47\'
29.0\"N, 83² 43\' 58.0\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"5\" (LLNR 10600) to 43² 46\'
34.3\"N, 83² 44\' 38.5\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"6\" (LLNR 10605) to 43² 46\'
35.8\"N, 83² 44\' 42.5\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"7\" (LLNR 10610) to 43² 45\'
41.0\"N, 83² 45\' 23.2\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"8\" (LLNR 10620) to 43² 45\'
43.0\"N, 83² 45\' 26.8\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"9\" (LLNR 10625) to 43² 44\'
48.7\"N, 83² 46\' 07.5\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"10\" (LLNR 10630) to 43²
44\' 50.0\"N, 83² 46\' 12.0\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"15\" (LLNR 10650) to 43²
43\' 01.0\"N, 83² 47\' 37.0\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"16\" (LLNR 10650) to 43²
43\' 02.0\"N, 83² 47\' 42.2\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"17\" (LLNR 10660) to 43²
42\' 07.0\"N, 83² 48\' 22.3\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"18\" (LLNR 10665) to 43²
42\' 08.7\"N, 83² 48\' 27.0\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"19\" (LLNR 10670) to 43²
41\' 13.0\"N, 83² 49\' 07.5\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"20\" (LLNR 10675) to 43²
41\' 15.0\"N, 83² 49\' 11.5\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"21\" (LLNR 10680) to 43²
40\' 20.5\"N, 83² 49\' 51.0\"W.

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"22\" (LLNR 10685) to 43²
40\' 22.5\"N, 83² 49\' 55.1\"W. \[32/95\]

SAGINAW BAY - MI -Saginaw River - Chart 14863

In addition to the changes below, the Light List Numbers of the aids to
navigation in Saginaw River will be changed.

Disestablish Saginaw River Buoy \"35\" (LLNR 10920).

Disestablish Saginaw River Buoy \"59\" (LLNR 11025).

Disestablish Saginaw River Buoy \"60\" (LLNR 11030).

Establish Essexville Turning Basin Buoy (LLNR 10817) at 43² 36\'
50.0\"N, 83² 51\' 13.8\"W.

Establish Saginaw River Buoy \"33\" (LLNR 10862) at 43² 33\' 41.1\"N,
83² 54\' 16.5\"W.

Establish Saginaw River Buoy \"84\" (LLNR 11081) at 43² 27\' 30.8\"N,
83² 54\' 58.0\"W.

Change Saginaw River Buoy \"4\" (LLNR 10775) to a lighted buoy with
flashing characteristics of flashing red 4 seconds (Fl R 4s) and rename
as Saginaw

River Lighted Buoy \"4\" (LLNR 10775).

Saginaw River Lighted Buoy \"19\" (LLNR 10835) establish a can buoy
wintermark from December 07 to April 21.

Change Saginaw River Buoy \"22\" (LLNR 10850) to a lighted buoy with
flashing characteristics of flashing red 4 seconds (Fl R 4s) and rename
as Saginaw

River Lighted Buoy \"28\" (LLNR 10850). Establish a nun buoy wintermark
from December 07 to April 21.

Change Saginaw River Buoy \"25\" (LLNR 10865) to a lighted buoy with
flashing characteristics of flashing green 4 seconds (Fl G 4s) and
rename as Saginaw

River Lighted Buoy \"35\" (LLNR 10865). Establish a can buoy wintermark
from December 07 to April 21.

Change Saginaw River Buoy \"31\" (LLNR 10900) to a lighted buoy with
flashing characteristics of flashing green 4 seconds (Fl G 4s) and
rename as Saginaw

River Lighted Buoy \"42\" (LLNR 10900). Establish a nun buoy wintermark
from December 07 to April 21.

Relocate Saginaw River Lighted Buoy \"33\" (LLNR 10910) to 43² 32\'
27.3\"N, 83² 54\' 55.3\"W.

Relocate Saginaw River Lighted Buoy \"45\" (LLNR 10960) to 43² 31\'
48.0\"N, 83² 52\' 58.5\"W.

Relocate Saginaw River Lighted Buoy \"47\" (LLNR 10970) to 43² 31\'
28.0\"N, 83² 53\' 06.0\"W.

Relocate Saginaw River Lighted Buoy \"55\" (LLNR 11005) to 43² 30\'
39.9\"N, 83² 53\' 07.0\"W.

Relocate Saginaw River Lighted Buoy \"56\" (LLNR 11010) to 43² 30\'
40.2\"N, 83² 53\' 09.9\"W.

Relocate Saginaw River Lighted Buoy \"61\" (LLNR 11035) to 43² 30\'
06.8\"N, 83² 53\' 39.6\"W.

Relocate Saginaw River Lighted Buoy \"62\" (LLNR 11040) to 43² 30\'
07.5\"N, 83² 53\' 42.0\"W.

Relocate Saginaw River Lighted Buoy \"68\" (LLNR 11065) to 43² 28\'
32.2\"N, 83² 54\' 44.1\"W. \[32/95\]

ST. MARYS RIVER - MI - Vidal Shoals Channel - Chart 14884

Change Big Point Lighted Buoy 7 (LLNR 14265) flash chararistic to Q G.
\[01/96\]

LAKE SUPERIOR - MN - Duluth Harbor - Chart 14975

Relocate East Gate Basin Buoy \"20\" (LLNR 15830), 170ft east along the
channel edge to position 46² 44\' 37.9\"N 92² 05\' 02.7\"W. \[32/95\]

LAKE SUPERIOR - MI - Duluth Harbor - Chart 14975

Establish St. Louis Bay South Channel (Eastern Section) Buoy \"1\" at
approximate position 46² 44\' 48\"N, 92² 06\' 13.4\"W. \[32/95\]

LAKE SUPERIOR - MI - Keweenaw Chart 14964

Disestablish the fog signal at Keweenaw Upper Entrance Light (LLNR
15120). \[27/95\]

Questions regarding these advance notices should be directed to LTJG
Corey A. Henige, Ninth Coast Guard District (oan), 1240 East Ninth
Street, Cleveland,

OH 44199-2060. (216) 522 3992.

VI\. PROPOSED CHANGES IN AIDS TO NAVIGATION

Periodically the Coast Guard evaluates the system of Aids to Navigation
to determine whether the conditions for which the aids to navigation
were established have changed. When changes occur, the feasibility of
improving, relocating, replacing, or discontinuing the aid is
considered. In this regard the Coast Guard is evaluating changes in aids
to navigation as noted below. Comments are requested, and should be
addressed to LTJG Henige, Ninth Coast Guard District (oan). All comments
submitted should include the following information: (A) Quantity, type,
capacity and value of vessels involved, and the extent that these
vessels traverse the area under consideration seasonally, by day and by
night, (B) Where practical, the type of navigation devices, such as
compasses, radio direction finder, radar, LORAN and search lights with
which such vessels are equipped, (C) The number of passengers and the
type, quantity, and value of cargo involved, and (D) A chart section or
sketch showing the action proposed when necessary to clearly describe
the recommended improvement.

LAKE ONTARIO - NY - Niagara River Chart 14816

Establish Fort Niagara Light 1 (LLNR 2487) at 43-17\' 14.4\", 079-03\'
23.5\".

Relocate Fort Niagara Lighted Bell Buoy 3 (LLNR 2495) to 43-16\' 24.5\",
079-04\' 29.9\"

Establish Fort Niagara Light 3 (LLNR 2497) at 43-15\' 47.0\", 079-03\'
27.0\". \[35/95\]

LAKE ERIE - NY - Buffalo Harbor Chart 14832

Change the characteristic of Black Rock Canal LB 3 (LLNR 2795) to FL G
2.5s.

Change the characteristic of Black Rock Canal LB 11 (LLNR 2830) to FL G
4s.

Change the characteristic of Black Rock Canal LB 12 (LLNR 2835) to FL R
4s.

Change the characteristic of Black Rock Canal LB 15 (LLNR 2850) to FL G
4s.

Change the characteristic of Black Rock Canal LB 23 (LLNR 2880) to FL G
2.5s.

Change the characteristic of Black Rock Canal LB 27 (LLNR 2895) to FL G
2.5s.

Change the characteristic of Black Rock Canal LB 28 (LLNR 2900) to FL R
2.5s.

Disestablish Union Canal Entrance B 1 (LLNR 2920). \[34/95\]

LAKE ERIE - NY - Dunkirk Harbor Chart 14823

Relocate Dunkirk Buoy 3 (LLNR 3420) to approximate position
42-29-44.00N, 079-19-47.50W.

Relocate Dunkirk Buoy 4 (LLNR 3425) to approximate position
42-29-42.00N, 079-19-53.00W. \[39/95\]

LAKE ERIE - OH - Cleveland Harbor Chart 14839

Change the characteristic of Cleveland Harbor Light 5 (LLNR 4180) to Fl
G 2.5s and reduce nominal range from 8 StM to 4 StM. \[36/95\]

LAKE ERIE - OH - Maumee Bay Harbor Chart 14847

Change the decommissioning date of Maumee Bay Traffic Lighted Buoy (LL
6040) to 14 Dec and rename as Maumee Bay Safe Water Lighted Buoy.

Disestablish the wintermark for Maumee Bay Lighted Buoy 1 (LL 6045).
Maintain aid from 14 Apr to 14 Dec.

Change the authorized hull for Maumee Bay Buoy 3 (LL 6055) from a 3CR to
a 3CI maintained annually.

Change the authorized hull for Maumee Bay Buoy 4 (LL 6060) from a 2NR to
a 3NI, and maintain aid annually.

Disestablish the wintermark for Maumee Bay Lighted Buoy 6 (LL 6070).
Maintain aid from 14 Apr to 14 Dec.

Change the authorized hull for Maumee Bay Buoy 7 (LL 6075) from a 2CR to
a 3CI maintained annually.

Change the authorized hull for Maumee Bay Buoy 8 (LL 6080) from a 2NR to
a 3NI maintained annually.

Maintain Maumee Bay Lighted Buoys 9 and 10 (LL 6085 and 6090)from 14 Apr
to 14 Dec.

Change the authorized hull for Maumee Bay Buoy 11 (LL 6095) from a 2CR
to a 3CI maintained annually.

Change the authorized hull for Maumee Bay Buoy 12 (LL 6100) from a 2NR
to a 3NI maintained annually.

Disestablish the wintermark for Maumee Bay Lighted Buoy 25 (LL 6170).
Maintain aid from 14 Apr to 14 Dec.

Disestablish the wintermark for Maumee Bay Lighted Buoy 30 (LL 6195).
Maintain aid from 14 Apr to 14 Dec.

Maintain Maumee Bay Lighted Buoy 33 (LL 6210) from 14 Apr to 14 Dec.

Disestablish the wintermark for Maumee Bay Lighted Buoy 34 (LL 6215).
Maintain aid from 14 Apr to 14 Dec.

Maintain Maumee Bay Lighted Buoy 37 (LL 6230) from 14 Apr to 14 Dec.

Change the wintermark for Maumee Bay Lighted Buoy 38 (LL 6235) from a
7x20 Lighted Ice Buoy to a 3NI, maintained from 14 Dec to 14 Apr.
\[39/95\]

LAKE ST CLAIR - MI

\- Chart 14850

Change the characteristic of Lake St. Clair Lighted Buoy 24 (LLNR 8530)
to Fl R 2.5s.

Change Lake St. Clair Buoy 25 (LLNR 8545) to a Fl G 4s.

Change Lake St. Clair Buoy 26 (LLNR 8550) to a Fl R 4s.

Change the characteristic of Lake St. Clair Lighted Buoy 29 (LLNR 8565)
to Fl G 2.5s. \[01/96\]

LAKE ST CLAIR - MI

\- St. Clair Flats Canal, Chart 14850

Change the characteristic of Lake St. Clair Flats Canal Range Front
Light (LLNR 8535) to F R.

Change the characteristic of Lake St. Clair Flats Canal Range Rear Light
(LLNR 8540) to F R. \[01/96\]

LAKE SUPERIOR - MN - Superior Harbor Chart 14975

Change the nominal range of Superior Harbor South Breakwater Light (LLNR
15595) from 22NM to 18NM. \[14/95\]

LAKE SUPERIOR - MI - Duluth Harbor Chart 14975

Change the characteristics of Duluth Harbor North Pier Light (LLNR
15855), from Iso W 6s to Iso R 6s and reduce the nominal range from 16
StM to

10 StM. \[32/95\]

VII\. GENERAL NOTICES

SLS - NY - UPPER NIAGARA RIVER - Chart 14832

The Coast Guard is conducting a Waterway Analysis Management System
(WAMS) review concerning the adequacy of the present aids to navigation
system marking the Niagara River Safety Zone, 33 CFR 165.902. Comment
are requested on May 1, 1996 and should be addressed to COMMANDER, COAST
GUARD GROUP BUFFALO, 1 Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo, NY 14203-3189, PHONE
NUMBER (716) 843-9551. \[01/96\]

LAKE ONTARIO - NY - NIAGARA RIVER - Chart 14816

Black Rock Lock is closed due to mechanical failure. \[01/96\]

LAKE ERIE - OH - Bridge Discrepency - Chart 14833

The Ohio Street lift bridge navigation lights will be extinguished for
maintenance until further notice. \[01/96\]

LAKE ERIE - OH - Cuyahoga River - Bridge Construction - Chart 14826

The Detroit-Superior bridge is under renovation until the end of the
year. A safety net has been secured below the bridge. The net is
ninety-three (93) feetabove the current water level in the river.
Periodic use of the scaffolding can be expected which will lower the
vertical clearance over the navigational channel. Until the contractor
has established a line of communications for vessel owner/operators
requiring 93 feet of vertical clearance, mariners may contact the Coast
Guard via marine radio VHF channel 16 or the Coast Guard Marine Safety
Office via land line at (216) 522-4405 for an update of construction
activities. Vessel transiting the Cuyahoga River are requested to
proceed with cation through this area. \[01/96\]

LAKE ERIE - OH - Portage River - Dredging Operation - Chart 14833

The Barge Allied Dredging, located near Jack Knife Marina, in the
Portage River, has a cable going from it to shore (approximately.
100-150 feet). The cable is marked ith a red rag and is not lighted
during the hours of darkness. Mariners are advised to use cation when
navigating in this area. \[01/96\]

LAKE ERIE - OH - Lorain Harbor - Construction - Chart 14841

Marine Contracting Corporation will be conducting marine construction
operations at Lorain West Breakwater Lighthouse from March 1, 1996
through June 30,1996. Hours of operation are from 0700 until 1900 7 days
a week. The Tug Timberland will be monitoring VHF-FM channel 16 & 19.
Vessels are urged to use caution while transiting this area. \[01/96\]

LAKE ERIE - NY - New York State Barge Canal - Proposed Bridge
Replacement - Charts 14786, 14788

The New York Department of Transportation has applied to the Commander,
Ninth Coast Guard District, for approval of location and plans for the
proposed Rte 28 replacement bridge (aka Mohawk Street), Erie Canal, mile
87.5, Villages of Herkimer & Mohawk Towns of German Flats & Herkimer,
County of Herkimer, New York. Replacement bridge will at a new location
just east of existing structure.

MINIMUM NAVIGATIONAL CLEARANCES:

Existing (fixed) Proposed - (fixed)

Horizontal: 134\' Horizontal: Two 50\'0\"(15.24m)

channels, normal to the axis

of a 134\'0\"(40.84m) naviga-

tional channel. A 14\' wide

guard gate is located at

mid-channel on the southside

of structure.

Vertical: 21.22\' LW.D. Vertical:

East & Westbound Channels

22.67\'(6.909m)

The proposed vertical clearances are above maximum navigable pool
elevation of 385.50\'. Normal pool elevation is 383.80\'. Barge Canal
Datum = U.S.G.S. Datum +1.07\'.

Interested parties are requested to express their views, in writing, on
the proposed bridge project giving sufficient detail to establish a
clear understanding of their reasons for support of or opposition to the
proposed work. Comments will be received for the record at the Office of
Commander (obr), Ninth Coast Guard District, 1240 East Ninth Street,
Cleveland, Ohio 44199, through 13 April 1996. These comments will be
made part of the case record. Map of location and plans attached in
enclosure (04). \[01/96\]

LAKE ERIE - NY - Black Rock Canal - Bridge maintenance, Chart 14832

The maintenance and painting project on the Peace Bridge will continue
throughout the entire season. Scaffolds, staging, and access ladders
will be erected along the bridge. The work should not impact navigation
in the Black Rock Canal or Niagara River channels. \[03/96\]

DETROIT RIVER - MI - Detroit - Bridge Discrepency - Chart 14848

Conrail #4 bridge channel marker lights have been reported extinguished.
\[01/96\]

LAKE HURON - MI - Saginaw Bay - Bridge Discrepency - Chart 14867

The independence Street Bridge at mile 3.88 has been reported with the
west center span light on the south side of the bridge extinguished, and
the Liberty Street Bridge at mile 4.99 has the east center span light on
the south side and east-west embankment lights marking the channel on
the south side of thebridge reported as extinguished. \[01/96\]

ST. MARYS RIVER - MI - Sault Ste. Marie - Chart 14883

On December 14, 1995, the St Marys River Vessel Traffic Service
implemented winter reporting points. The winter reporting points are
listed in St. Marys River VTS user\'s manual. For additional information
mariners can contact Soo Control at (906) 635-3232. \[01/96\]

LAKE SUPERIOR - MI - Keweenaw Waterway - Bridge operating procedures,
Chart 14972

The Houghton-Hancock Lift Bridge, mile 16.0 over the Keweenaw Waterway,
will open with a four-hour advance notice between the hours of 1500 and
0700, from 15 March to 28 April, 1996. The bridge operator may be
contacted after 1500 by calling Mr. Bruce Ziemnick at 1-906-296-9138
(voice beeper) 222-1414, or Mr. Donald Kleven at 1-906-337-4038 (voice
beeper) 222-1414. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Sturgeon Bay - Chart 14919

The Coast Guard is conducting a Waterway Analysis Management System
(WAMS) review concerning the adequacy of the present aids to navigation
system marking the Sturgeon Bay, the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal, and
Peshtigo Reef areas. Comment are requested on June 1, 1996 and should be
addressed to COMMANDING OFFICER, USCGC MOBILE BAY (WTGB - 103)R, P.O.
Box 287, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235-2087, ATTN Wams Officer, Phone
number (414) 743-2646/2724. \[03/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Milwaukee - Construction - Chart 14904

Durocher Dock & Dredge, Inc will be extending the Texas Avenue Water
Intake Pipeline to the northeast about 4300 ft. from April 1, 1996 to
November 1, 1996 24 hours a day. Tugs \"Champion\" and \"Meaghan Beth\"
will be monitoring VHF-FM channels 12, 16, and 18. These two barges will
be anchored to a series of 14 anchor set ups. The anchors will be marked
by yellow anchor cans which will not be lighted. Vessels are advised to
use caution when transiting this area. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - Muskegon - Chart 14906

NOAA will be conducting scientific research in position 43 11 05N, 86 23
20W, geographical position 3 NM southwest of Muskegon Harbor. Scientific
research equipment will be deployed on the lake bottom and it will be
marked by 3 yellow spar lighted buoys displaying amber flashing
characteristics. Mariners are advise to exercise caution while
transiting this area. \[03/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - Grand Haven - Chart 14933

The Entrance to the Grand River published water depths are incorrect due
to shifting shoals. Water depth is approximately 20-22 feet. Mariners
are advised to use caution when transiting this area. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IN - Burn\'s Harbor - Chart 14926

A 21 foot Slickcraft, with a white top, blue trim, was last reported
adrift approximately 0.5 NM west of Burns Ditch, IN. The owner of the
vessel is attempting to arrange for the local salvage. Mariners are
requested to notify the nearest U. S. Coast Guard facility if sighted
when transiting this area. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IL - Calumet Harbor - Chart 14929

The Case Foundation Co. will be repairing the seawall in the Calumet
River, mile marker 330, right descending bank until December 31, 1995.
All work will be conducted from landside, the seawall project 10 feet
out from the bank. This work will be in process only during daylight
hours. All mariners are

advised to use caution when transiting this area. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Milwaukee - Chart 14924

Maintenance began on the Lake Freeway (I-794) Highway Bridge, mile 0.19
over the Milwaukee River, on February 16, 1996 and will continue until
about April 26, 1996. Moveable platforms will be hung from the underside
of the bridge during this period, reducing the vertical clearance to 109
feet. Vessel requiring the full clearance are requested to provide
48-hours advance notice to Mr. Dennis Schmirler at (608) 546-2311. The
Advance Notice will allow for time to move the platforms. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Milwaukee Harbor - Bridge operating schedules for
special events, Chart 14924

The following is a list of special events and affected bridge closings
in Milwaukee Harbor for 1996. The bridges need not open for the passage
of non-emergency vessels during these dates and times:

EVENT DATE(S) TIMES BRIDGES AFFECTED

RIVERSPLASH June 7, 8 2130-233 Kilbourn Ave. bridge

State St. bridge

Juneau Ave. bridge

Cherry St. bridge

SUMMERFEST June 27, July 3 2200-0100 Broadway St. bridge

(June 28 & July Water St. bridge

4, rain dates)

June 28-July 02 2300-0100

July 04-July 07

CIRCUS IN THE July 13 2200-2400 Broadway St. bridge

KY FIREWORKS July 14, Water St. bridge

CIRCUS PARADE July 14 1100-1800 St. Paul Ave. bridge

Clybourn St. bridge

Michigan St. bridge

Wisconsin Ave. bridge

Wells St. bridge

Kilbourn Ave. bridge

State St. bridge

FESTA ITALIANA July 18-July 21 2200-2400 Broadway St. bridge

Water St. bridge

\[02/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Oakcreek - Construction - Chart 14925

Edward E. Gillen CO. will install a raw water intake line and crib in
Oakcreek, WI, from April 1, 1996 to October 30, 1996. Hours of operation
are 24 hours a day, Monday through Saturday. The vessel Edward Gillen
III/Harbor Builder will be monitoring VHF-FM channels 7, 8, and 16. The
intake line is approximately 7500 feet from shore. Diving is
anticipated. Work will be between shore and 7500 feet from shore. Intake
location is between Oakcreek Power Plant in Oakcreek, WI and Wind Point
in Racine, WI. \[02/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - Leland - Dredging - Chart 14912

King CO., Inc, will be conducting maintenance dredging operations in
Leland, from April 1, 1996 until June 15, 1996. Hours of operation will
be 24 hrs aday/ 7 days a week. The vessel Courtney will be monitoring
VHF-FM channel 10 & 16. At times, when the dredge is not on site, a 50
foot float line marked with two flashing yellow lights will remain. In
the interest of safety, all mariners are requested to proceed with
caution when transiting the area. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - Arcadia - Dredging - Chart 14912

King CO., Inc, will be conducting maintenance dredging operations in the
Arcadia, MI, from March 1, 1996 until June 15, 1996. Hours of operation
will be 24 hrs a day/ 7 days a week. The vessel Courtney will be
monitoring VHF-FM channel 16 & 73. At times, when the dredge is not on
site, a 50 foot float line marked with two flashing yellow lights will
remain. In the interest of safety, all mariners are requested to proceed
with caution when transiting the area. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - Pentwater - Dredging - Chart 14912

King CO., Inc, will be conducting maintenance dredging operations in the
Pentwater, MI, from March 1, 1996 until June 15, 1996. Hours of
operation will be 24 hrs a day/ 7 days a week. The vessel Courtney will
be monitoring VHF-FM channel 16 & 73. At times, when the dredge is not
on site, a 50 foot float line marked with two flashing yellow lights
will remain. In the interest of safety, all mariners are requested to
proceed with caution when transiting the area. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - N. Manitou ISLAND - Dredging - Chart 14912

King CO., Inc, will be conducting maintenance dredging operations in the
N. Manitou, MI, from March 1, 1996 until June 15, 1996. Hours of
operation will be 24 hrs a day/ 7 days a week. The vessel Courtney will
be monitoring VHF-FM channel 16 & 73. At times, when the dredge is not
on site, a 50 foot float line marked with two flashing yellow lights
will remain. In the interest of safety, all mariners are requested to
proceed with caution when transiting the area. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IN - Burns Harbor - Dredging - Chart 14905

King CO., Inc, will be conducting FY96 maintenance dredging operations
in the Burn\'s Harbor, MI, from March 1, 1996 until June 15, 1996. Hours
of operation will be 24 hrs a day/ 7 days a week. The vessel Buxton will
be monitoring VHF-FM channel 16 & 73. At times, when the dredge is not
on site, a 50 foot float line marked with two flashing yellow lights
will remain. In the interest of safety, all mariners are requested to
proceed with caution when transiting the area. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IL - Chicago Harbor - Bridge Closing List for 1996
Special Events - Chart 14928

The City of Chicago has issued its listing of 1996 special events that
will affect the operations of bridges over the Chicago River. The dates,
times, and affected bridges, as approved by the Coast Guard, are
included as enclosure (02) in this Local Notice to Mariners. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IL - Chicago Harbor - Bridge maintenance - Chart 14928

The Washington Street bridge, mile 1.81 over the South Branch of the
Chicago River, will be undergoing rehabilitation between 01 April and 01
October, 1996. At the commencement of the project, the east leaf will be
inoperable in the down position and the west leaf will be locked in the
fully open position of 80 degrees. The positions of the two leafs will
be reversed at some point during the project. Updated Notice to Mariners
will be issued as the status of the bridge changes. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IL - Chicago Harbor - Bridge maintenance - Chart 14928

Painting of the La Salle Street bridge, mile 1.29 over the Main Branch
of the Chicago River, will commence on 15 April and continue through
approximately 15 July 1996. During this period, a 35\' X 100\' barge may
in the channel under the bridge, restricting the channel by no more than
one-half. One leaf of the

bridge will be operational at all times. \[03/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - St. Joseph Harbor - Bridge closings for Special
Events 1996 - Chart 14930

The Bi-Centennial bridge, mile 1.30 over the St. Joseph River, will be
closed between 0900 and 1700 hours on 04 May 1996 for the Blossomtime
Parade. The Blossomland bridge, mile 0.94 over the St. Joseph River,
will be closed to marine traffic during the following times to
accomodate vehicular traffic for

the Venetian Festival:

2300 July 19 until 0030 July 20, 1996

2300 July 20 until 0030 July 21, 1996 \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - St. Joseph Harbor - Bridge Maintenance, Temporary
Clearance Reduction - Chart 14930

Painting and maintenance work will be performed on the Wayne Street
(I-94) highway bridge, mile 1.19 over Morrison Channel in St. Joseph
River, from 01 May until 15 October, 1996. The portion of the bridge
over the navigable channel will be worked on between 18 July and 07
August, 1996. Platforms will be hung from the underside of the bridge in
only half the channel at a time. The vertical clearance will be reduced
to 33 feet in the areas where the platforms are strung. Work will be
performed between 0700 and 2000, 7 days a week. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IN - Michigan City - Bridge Operating Schedule - Chart
14905

In accordance with the provisions of 33 CFR 117.43, the Franklin Street
bridge, mile 0.50 over Trail Creek in Michigan City, IN, will operate as
follows for the 1996 boating season:

Manned from 0600 to 2400, April and May

Manned 24 hours May 1 thru October 15

Throughout the entire period, the bridge shall open on signal except
that from 0615 to 2315, the draw need open only from 3 minutes before to
3 minutes after the quarter hour and three-quarter hour. The bridge
shall open at all times for commercial and public safety vessels, and
during periods of inclement weather.\[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Milwaukee Harbor - Bridge Maintenance and Clearance
Reduction - Chart 14924

Maintenance for the Lake Freeway I-794 bridge (Hoan Bridge), mile 0.19
over the Milwaukee River, will commence on 16 February and continue
until approximately 26 April 1996. During this period, platforms will be
hanging from the underside of the bridge reducing the normal 120 foot
vertical clearance to 109 feet in the areas where the platform is
located. The contractors intend to start working at the center of the
span and move outward, thereby clearing the channel width at the
earliest time. The platform can be moved for vessels requiring the full
120 foot clearance if a 48-hour advance notice is provided to Mr. Dennis
Schmirler of Edward Kraemer & Sons, Inc. at (608) 546-2311, fax (608)
546-2518. \[01/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal - Bridge Operating
Procedure - Chart 14919

A one-hour advance notice requirement has been authorized for the Bay
View highway bridge over the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal from 15 March to 10
May, 1996, due to maintenance and painting of the bridge. Vessels may
provide the one-hour advance notice by contacting the bridgetender on
VHF-FM channel

16\. \[01/96\]

CHICAGO SANITARY AND SHIP CANAL - Chicago - Dredging - Chart 14929

Dredging operations are being conducted in the vicinity of mile 317 on
the Illinois River. An oil recovery boom is deployed at this work site
and mariners are advised to use caution when transiting this area.
\[01/96\]

GREEN BAY - WI - Jackson Park Harbor - Construction - Chart 14909

Edward E. Gillen CO. will be doing breakwall rehabilitation in Jackson
Park Harbor from May 15, 1996 to December 15, 1996. Hours of operation
will be 24 hours a day Monday through Saturday. The vessel Andrew
J./Harbor Builder will be monitoring VHF-FM channels 7, 8, and 16.
Construction consists of

rehabing an existing breakwater at Jackson Park Harbor. Marina Entrance
Lights will be inoperative. There will be a lighted mooring buoy use to
moor construction equipment and material scows located mile out from
shore. Anticipate 5 barges on site during construction.

\[02/96\]

GREEN BAY - WI - Fox River - Construction - Chart 14918

STS Consultants will be working on a new sewer siphon for the Fox River
Crossing in Green Bay, Wisconsin (STS Project No. 22132A). The
construction will require drilling 5 borings, approximately 135 feet
deep in the Fox River. One of the borings will be in the shipping
channel. STS proposes to start on that boring and complete it before the
scheduled shipping season begins. The borings will be performed from a
50\'x40\'x4\' barge approximately 500 to 1000 feet 4orth of the Main
Street bridge. The start date is March 26, 1996, and finished date is
April 19. 1996. For further information contact Thomas Tesch at
(414)468-1978. \[02/96\]

SUMMARY OF DREDGING/CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS STILL IN EFFECT

The LNM column is where the entry originally appeared and where detailed
information may be obtained. The dates listed for completion are
tentative. An asterisk (\*) denotes additions since the last monthly
notice.

Location LNM Subject Hours / Days Until

LAKE ERIE

Lake Erie 02/96 REMOVAL CONSTRUCTION 0700-1900/MON-FRI 15 DEC 96

Erie, PA 28/95 CONSTRUCTION 0700-1700/MON-FRI 11 APR 96

Cleveland Harbor, OH 34/95 BREAKWALL REPAIR 0700-1900/MON-SAT 01 APR 96

DETROIT RIVER

Detroit River 02/96 REMOVAL CONSTRUCTION 0700-1900/MON-FRI 15 DEC 96

LAKE ST. CLAIR

Lake St. Clair 02/96 REMOVAL CONSTRUCTION 0700-1900/MON-FRI 15 DEC 96

ST. CLAIR RIVER

St. Clair River 02/96 REMOVAL CONSTRUCTION 0700-1900/MON-FRI 15 DEC 96

LAKE HURON

Lake Huron 02/96 REMOVAL CONSTRUCTION 0700-1900/MON-FRI 15 DEC 96

LAKE MICHIGAN

Buffington Harbor, IN 32/95 CONSTRUCTION 24HRS/7DAYS A WEEK 31 MAY 96

Root River, WI 09/95 REMOVAL CONSTRUCTION 0700-1600, MON-FRI

Milwaukee, WI 24/95 CONSTRUCTION 24HRS/7DAYS A WEEK 01 JUN 96

St. Joseph, MI 01/96 DREDGING 24HRS/7DAYS A WEEK 30 JUN 96

Leland, MI 01/96 DREDGING 24HRS/7DAYS A WEEK 15 JUN 96

Arcadia, MI 01/96 DREDGING 24HRS/7DAYS A WEEK 15 JUN 96

Pentwater, MI 01/96 DREDGING 24HRS/7DAYS A WEEK 15 JUN 96

N. Manatou Island 01/96 DREDGING 24HRS/7DAYS A WEEK 15 JUN 96

Chicago, Il 02/96 BREAKWALL REHAB 24HRS/Mon-SAT 15 DEC 96

Oakcreek, WI 02/96 CONSTRUCTION 24HRS/MON-SAT 30 OCT 96

VIII\. LIGHT LIST CORRECTIONS, VOL VII, GREAT LAKES since 40/95

(\* Denotes the column in which a correction has been made or new
information added.)

\(1\) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8)

No. Name and location Position Characteristic Height Range Structure
Remarks

4335 - LIGHT 2 41 28.6 Fl R 4S 58 7 Square tower on south

82 11.4 18 corner of square building.

\* \* 03/96

IX\. ENCLOSURES (NONE)

GERALD F. WOOLEVER

Rear Admiral, U. S. Coast Guard

Commander, Ninth Coast Guard District