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 O027-96 through O028-96 Group Buffalo, NY B025-96 through
B032-96

Group Detroit, MI D058-96 through D066-96 Group Grand Haven, MI G032-96
through G037-96.

Group Milwaukee, WI M042-96 through M050-96 Group Sault Ste Marie, MI
S054-96 through S067-96

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

LATEST EDITIONS

The Dates of Latest Editions, Nautical Charts and Miscellaneous Maps,
dated April 1, 1996, published by National Ocean Service, is available
for issue. It may be obtained free from the Distribution Branch, N/CG
33, National Ocean Service, 6501 Lafayette Avenue, Riverdale, MD
20737-1199. This is a quarterly publication listing the most recent
editions of nautical charts, miscellaneous maps and publications
relating to navigation, weather, etc. with brief

descriptions and prices of each. \[04/96\]

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. \[03/96\]

ST. MARYS RIVER - MI - ST. MARYS FALLS CANAL, MICHIGAN TUG ASSIST
POLICY - CHART 14884

All saltwater vessels without bow or stern thrusters requesting lockage
are required to be assisted by one or more tugs of sufficient power to
ensure full control at all time. Tug assist is also required for all
other self powered vessels which experience severe control problems at
low speeds and within close quarters; i.e.

the lock approach channels. \[07/96\]

ST. MARYS RIVER - MI - ST. MARYS FALLS CANAL, MICHIGAN UPBOUND VESSEL
LOCK REQUESTS - CHART 14884

Every upbound vessel requiring lock transit shall request lock dispatch
after completing the turn at Mission Point, at the intersection of
Course 1, Bayfield Channel, and Course 2, Little Rapids Cut. Requests
for downbound vessel lock dispatch remains unchanged and shall be when
approximately one-half mile

downstream from Big Point. \[07/96\]

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. \[03/96\]

NOTICE OF LOCK OPENINGS FOR 1996 SEASON - CHICAGO RIVER, IL

During the lock\'s entire summer period from April 1, 1996 to November
15, 1996 the lock is scheduled for complete closure to navigation
without further notice to users between 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Monday
though Friday except major holidays. Unless there is an unusual
occurrence, for which there will be a separate closure notice, the lock
will be routinely open (with the 60 foot width restriction) from 10:00
a.m. to midnight Monday through Friday and 24 hours on Saturday, Sunday
and Holidays during the recreational boating/tourist season. \[06/96\]

NOTICE OF LOCK OPENINGS FOR 1996 SEASON - FOX RIVER, WI

Three (3) Fox River Locks will be open for the recreational navigation
season on the Lower Fox River, Wisconsin on Friday May 10, 1996. The
locks operating schedule as recommended by Fox River Management
Commission is as follows: Menasha & DePere 7 days a week; Monday thru
Thrusday: 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; Friday thru Sunday and holidays 8:00
a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Little Kaukauna 5 days a week; Thrusday thru Monday
10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. The remaining
locks on the Lower Fox River are CLOSED FOR THE SEASON. Any questions
concerning the above should be directed to the Fox River Management
Commission, 1163 W. Main Street, Appleton, Wisconsin 54911, telephone
(414) 788-5088, or the U.S. Army Corps. of Engineers, Fox River
Sub-Officce at (414) 766-3531. \[06/96\]

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? \[02/96\]

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. \[02/96\]

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. \[03/96\]

LAKE SUPERIOR -WI - Presque Isle Harbor - Obstruction - Chart 14970

An unknown underwater obstruction has been reported in approximate
position 46 34 43N 087 23 08W. Vessels are requested to use extreme
caution while transiting the area. \[04/96\]

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. \[03/96\]

ST MARYS RIVER - MI - Channel Maintenance Operations - Chart 14883

Mariners are reminded that the ice control booms placed in the upper
portion of Little Rapids Channel along the easterly and westerly sides
of the channel (November 1995, LNM 40/95) will still be in place at the
opening of the 1996 navigation season. The channel width is still
restricted to 385 feet in this area.

The position of the booms as indicated on enclosure 1. All vessel
operators are cautioned that anchor cables and chains are located
underwater and extend upstream and shoreward of the visible portion of
the booms. Caution should be exercised when navigating this area.
Operations to remove the ice booms will commence on or about April 8,
1996 or as soon as possible when harbor ice conditions permit. \[04/96\]

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. \[03/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Two Rivers Harbor - Condition of Channel - Chart
14903

Condition surveys performed within the Federal navigation channel at Two
Rivers Harbor, WI, during April 1996, indicate shoaling. All soundings
are in feet and are refered to Low Water Datum elevation 576.8 feet
above Mean Sea Level, IGLD, 1955. Vessel operators are advised to use
extreme caution when navigating this area. All inquiries should be
addressed to CENCE-CO-OO and should refer to Notice to Navigation
Interest No. L96-16. \[05/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - Holland Harbor - Condition of Channel - Chart 14932

Condition surveys performed within the Federal navigation channel at
Holland Harbor, MI, during April 1996, indicate shoaling. All soundings
are in feet and are refered to Low Water Datum elevation 576.8 feet
above Mean Sea Level, IGLD, 1955. Vessel operators are advised to use
extreme caution when navigating this area. All inquiries should be
addressed to CENCE-CO-OO and should refer to Notice to Navigation
Interest No. L96-15. \[05/96\]

II\. DISCREPANCIES IN AIDS TO NAVIGATION as of 1000, 30 April 1996

This section lists the summary of current discrepancies. Any
discrepancies listed in Local Notice to Mariners 06/96 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

DISCON Discontinued ENT Entrance EXT Extinguished

F/S Fog Signal HBR Harbor IMPCHA Improper Characteristic

INOP Inoperative LWP Left Watching Properly LB Lighted Buoy

LIB Lighted Ice Buoy LT Light MIS Missing

OBST Obstruction OFFSTA Off Station (P) Private Aid

PAROBSC Partially Obstructed 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.

590 St. Lawrence Seaway LB 91 OFFSTA 14761 B014-96 05/96

675 St. Lawrence Seaway LB 103 OFFSTA 14761 B015-96 05/96

990 Ogdensburg HBR Middle ENT LB 4 EXT 14764 B012-96 04/96

2335 Genessee River Turn Basin B 2 OFFSTA 14815 06/96

2680 Buffalo HBR LT IMPCHA 14833 04/96

2735 Buffalo River Junction LB BR EXT 14833 04/96

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

2905 Buffalo HBR South PHD LT F/S INOP 14833 04/96

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

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

3705 Conneaut Harbor BKW West LT F/S INOP 14824 B031-96 07/96

3760 Ashtabula Harbor Entrance LT 2 F/S INOP 14836 07/96

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

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

4345 Lorain Harbor B 5 MIS 14841 03/96

5840 Catawba State Park Pier LT (P) EXT 14844 D043-96 05/96

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

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

8000 Trenton CH LB 13 MIS 14848 01/96

8485 Lake St Clair B 15 OFFSTA 14850 D064-96 07/96

8495 Lake St Clair LB 17 EXT 14850 D059-96 07/96

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

10705 Saginaw Bay OBS LT A (P) EXT 14867 07/96

10710 Saginaw Bay OBS LT B (P) EXT 14867 07/96

12580 Round Island Passage LT RCN INOP 14881 S061-96 07/96

13030 Munuscong Channel Upper Junction LBB OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13065 Munuscong Channel LB 8 OFFSTA 14883 07/96

13220 Munuscong Channel B29 OFFSTA 14883 07/96

13690 West Neebish Channel LT 14 IMPCHA 14883 06/96

14265 Big Point LB 7 EXT 14884 S043-96 06/96

14430 Birch Point RF LT EXT 14884 S057-96 07/96

14630 Marquette LT EXT 14970 S067-96 07/96

14635 Marquette Outer BKW LT EXT 14970 S022-96 05/96

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

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

18925 Conservaton Club LB 1 (P) MIS 14934 G026-96 07/96

18935 Conservaton Club LB 2 (P) MIS 14934 G026-96 07/96

18940 Conservaton Club B 3 (P) MIS 14934 G026-96 07/96

18930 Conservaton Club B 4 (P) MIS 14934 G026-96 07/96

19350 Lake Macatawa LB 6 OFFSTA 14932 G037-96 07/96

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

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

19535 New Buffalo Harbor LT 1 DBD MIS 14905 07/96

19555 Michigan City BKW LT EXT 14905 G035-96 07/96

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

19665 Indiana Harbor East Bulkhead LT (P) EXT 14929 M029-96 07/96

19840 Calumet PHD LT REDINT 14929 S022-96 04/96

20025 Chicago Harbor Oak Street Breakwater LT (P) EXT 14928 M034-96
06/96

20420 Kenosha HBR ENT B 1 OFFSTA 14904 01/96

20425 Kenosha HBR ENT B 2 OFFSTA 14904 01/96

20470 Racine Launch Basin Entrance LT (P) IMPCHA 14925 M042-96 06/96

20490 Racine Harbor East Entrance LT 2 (P) EXT 14925 M027-96 05/96

21635 Escanba LT EXT 14915 S049-96 06/96

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

21990 Peshtigo Reef LT F/S INOP 14910 07/96

22210 Green Bay Harbor Entrance Channel LB 19 MIS 14918 M046-96 07/96

B. DISCREPANCIES CORRECTED Charts BNM LNM

LLNR Name of aid Status Affected Ref. Ref.

3705 Conneaut Harbor West Breakwater LT LWP 14824 04/96

6200 Maumee Bay B 31 OFFSTA 14847 D042-96 06/96

6580 Monroe HBR B 3 DAM 14846 D037-96 05/96

6895 Detroit River East Outer Channel LT 1E RAC INOP 14830 06/96

7245 Livingstone Channel LT 26 LWP 14848 06/96

7750 Mamjuda LT LWP 14848

10085 Lake Huron Cut LB 11 EXT 14865 D054-96 06/96

10595 Saginaw Bay Channel LB 4 LWP

10650 Saginaw Bay Channel LB 15 LWP

11240 Tawas LT F/S INOP 14863 S048-96 06/96

11315 Au Sable South LT LWP 14863 04/96

11320 Au Sable North LT LWP 14863 04/96

11390 Alpena Juncton LB AL LWP 14864 06/96

11785 Cheboygan River Enterence B 3 OFFSTA 14881 06/96

13035 Munuscong Channel Upper LB 2 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13040 Munuscong Channel Upper B 3 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13045 Munuscong Channel Upper B 4 MIS 14883 06/96

13050 Munuscong Channel Upper LB 5 MIS 14883 06/96

13055 Munuscong Channel Upper LB 6 DAM 14883 06/96

13070 Munuscong Channel Upper LB 9 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13075 Munuscong Channel Upper B 10 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13080 Munuscong Channel Upper LB 11 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13085 Munuscong Channel Upper LB 12 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13090 Munuscong Channel Upper LB 13 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13095 Munuscong Channel Upper B 15 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13115 Sailors Encampment Cannel LB 17 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13180 Dark Hole West RF LT EXT 14883 S050-96 06/96

13695 Moon Island LB 13 IMPCHA 14883 S052-96 06/96

13725 West Neebish Channel Downbound B 7 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13745 West Neebish Channel Downbound B 3 MIS 14883 06/96

13750 West Neebish Channel Downbound LB 2 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

13755 West Neebish Channel Downbound LB 1 OFFSTA 14883 06/96

15120 Keweenaw Upper Enterence LT EXT 14972 06/96

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

18415 Portage Lake North Pierhead LT LWP 14907

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

18450 Manistee Harbor North PierheadLT LWP 14938 G013-96 03/96

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

21005 Sturgeon Bay Ship Channel North Pierhead LT LWP 14919 M041-96

III\. TEMPORARY CHANGES IN AIDS TO NAVIGATION as of 1000, 30 April 1996

A. RECENT TEMPORARY CHANGES Charts BNM LNM

LLNR Name of aid Status Affected Ref. Ref.

Point Mouillee Access Channel Buoy 2A EST 14848 D048-96 06/96

Point Mouillee Access Channel Buoy 2B EST 14848 D048-96 06/96

Point Mouillee Access Channel Buoy 6 EST 14848 D048-96 06/96

Point Mouillee Access Channel Buoy 8 EST 14848 D048-96 06/96

B. TEMPORARY CHANGES CORRECTED Charts BNM LNM

LLNR Name of aid Status Affected Ref. Ref.

NONE

IV\. CHART CORRECTIONS since LNM 06/96

Corrective action affecting charts is contained in this section. Chart
corrections are listed numerically by chart number. The correction
listed pertains to thatchart 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

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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).

14500 25th ed 1/7/95 Last LNM 25/95 NAD 83 (4(235)96 Ottawa) 07/96

GREAT LAKES - LAKE CHAMPLAIN TO LAKE OF THE WOODS (LORAN C)

Delete Light, F R at: 42 01 32.9N 82 43 55.5W

14820 13th ed. 9/3/94 Last LNM 35/95 NAD 83 (4(235)96 Ottawa) 07/96

LAKE ERIE (LORAN C)

Delete Light, F R at: 42 01 32.9N 82 43 55.5W

14830 24th ed. 8/27/94 Last LNM 35/95 NAD 83 (4(235)96 Ottawa)(CGD9)
07/96

WEST END OF LAKE ERIE (LORAN C)

Insets: Port Clinton

Monroe Harbor

Delete Light, F R 36ft (Priv) at: 42 01 32.9N 82 43 55.5W

(TEMP) Add Ohio State University Research Buoy, Fl 2s, W Or, (Priv
maintd), at: 41 48 36.0N 83 17 00.0W

14830M 9th ed. 8/27/94 Last LNM 03/96 NAD 83 (4(235)96 Ottawa)(CGD9)
07/96

LORAIN TO DETROIT RIVER (LORAN C)

Inset: Vermilion

Delete Light, F R 11m (Priv) at: 42 01 32.9N 82 43 55.5W

(TEMP) Add Ohio State University Research Buoy, Fl 2s, W Or, (Priv
maintd), at: 41 48 36.0N 83 17 00.0W

14847 28th ed. 8/21/93 Last LNM 1/96 NAD 83 (CGD9) 07/96

TOLEDO HARBOR

Inset: Entrance Channel

(TEMP) Add Ohio State University Research Buoy, Fl 2s, W Or, (Priv
maintd), at: 41 48 36.0N 83 17 00.0W

14860 32nd ed. 3/13/93 Last LNM 34/95 NAD 83 (CGD9) 07/96

LAKE HURON (LORAN C)

Change Charity Island Shoal Lighted Buoy \"5\" to G \"1\", Q G BELL at:
44 06 30.2N 83 29 46.2W

Charity Island Shoal Lighted Buoy \"7\" to G \"3\", Fl G 4s at: 44 03
25.0N 83 30 43.8W

Saginaw Bay Channel Light \"16A\" to \"12\", Fl R 2.5s, 20ft 6 StM at:
43 43 56.3N 83 46 56.9W

Saginaw Bay Channel Light \"3A\" to \"1\" Fl G 5s, 50ft 13 StM at: 43 48
24.0N 83 43 06.0W

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"2\" (43 49 12.0N 83 42 1
8.0W) at: 43 48 23.1N 83 43 12.5W

and change to Fl R 2.5s

Delete Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"1\" at: 43 49 00.0N 83 42
06.0W

14863 28th ed. 3/4/95 Last LNM 6/96 NAD 83 (CGD9) 07/96

SAGINAW BAY (LORAN C)

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"3\" (43 47 36.8N 83 43
45.7W) to: 43 47 27.2N 83 43 54.2W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"4\" (43 47 38.6N 83 43 49.9W) to: 43
47 29.0N 83 43 58.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"5\" (43 46 52.3N 83 44 23.0W) to: 43
46 34.3N 83 44 38.5W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"6\" (43 46 54.1N 83 44 27.1W) to: 43
46 35.8N 83 44 43.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"7\" (43 46 07.8N 83 45 00.3W) to: 43
45 41.0N 83 45 23.2W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"8\" (43 46 09.6N 83 45 04.4W) to: 43
45 43.0N 83 45 26.8W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"9\" (43 45 23.2N 83 45 37.5W) to: 43
44 48.7N 83 46 07.5W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"10\" (43 45 25.0N 83 45 41.6W) to: 43
44 50.0N 83 46 12.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"15\" (43 43 09.4N 83 47 29.8W) to: 43
43 01.0N 83 47 37.3W

and change to G \"13\", Fl G 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"16\" (43 43 11.2N 83 47 33.9W) to: 43
43 02.0N 83 47 42.2W

and change to R \"14\", Fl R 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"17\" (43 42 24.5N 83 48 07.4W) to: 43
42 07.0N 83 48 22.3W

and change to G \"15\", Fl G 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"18\" (43 42 26.3N 83 48 11.4W) to: 43
42 08.7N 83 48 27.0W

and change to R \"16\", Fl R 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"19\" (43 41 39.6N 83 48 44.9W) to: 43
41 13.0N 83 49 07.5W

and change to G \"17\", Fl G 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"20\" (43 41 41.4N 83 48 50.0W) to: 43
41 15.0N 83 49 11.5W

and change to R \"18\", Fl R 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"21\" (43 40 54.7N 83 49 22.4W) to: 43
40 20.5N 83 49 51.0W

and change to G \"19\", Fl G 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"22\" (43 40 56.5N 83 49 26.5W) to: 43
40 22.5N 83 49 55.1W

and change to R \"20\", Fl R 4s

Change Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"13\" to G \"11\", Fl G 2.5s
at: 43 43 54.2N 83 46 52.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Light \"14\" to \"12\", Fl R 2.5s, 20ft 6 StM at: 43
43 56.3N 83 46 56.9W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"25\" to G \"21\", Fl G 2.5s at: 43 39
38.6N 83 50 26.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"26\" to R \"22\", Fl R 2.5s at: 43 39
40.4N 83 50 30.1W

Saginaw Bay Channel Light \"28A\" to \"26\", Q R 25ft 7 StM at: 43 39
02.1N 83 50 59.0W

Delete Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"11\" at: 43 44 38.7N 83 46
14.8W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"12\" at: 43 44 40.5N 83 46 18.8W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"23\" at: 43 40 11.5N 83 49 58.5W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"24\" at: 43 40 11.6N 83 50 04.0W

14867 24th ed. 1 28/95 Last LNM 6/96 NAD 83 (CGD9) 07/96

SAGINAW RIVER

Relocate Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"3\" (43 47 36.8N 83 43
45.7W) to: 43 47 27.2N 83 43 54.2W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"4\" (43 47 38.6N 83 43 49.9W) to: 43
47 29.0N 83 43 58.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"5\" (43 46 52.3N 83 44 23.0W) to: 43
46 34.3N 83 44 38.5W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"6\" (43 46 54.1N 83 44 27.1W) to: 43
46 35.8N 83 44 43.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"7\" (43 46 07.8N 83 45 00.3W) to: 43
45 41.0N 83 45 23.2W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"8\" (43 46 09.6N 83 45 04.4W) to: 43
45 43.0N 83 45 26.8W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"9\" (43 45 23.2N 83 45 37.5W) to: 43
44 48.7N 83 46 07.5W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"10\" (43 45 25.0N 83 45 41.6W) to: 43
44 50.0N 83 46 12.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"15\" (43 43 09.4N 83 47 29.8W) to: 43
43 01.0N 83 47 37.3W

and change to G \"13\", Fl G 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"16\" (43 43 11.2N 83 47 33.9W) to: 43
43 02.0N 83 47 42.2W

and change to R \"14\", Fl R 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"17\" (43 42 24.5N 83 48 07.4W) to: 43
42 07.0N 83 48 22.3W

and change to G \"15\", Fl G 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"18\" (43 42 26.3N 83 48 11.4W) to: 43
42 08.7N 83 48 27.0W

and change to R \"16\", Fl R 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"19\" (43 41 39.6N 83 48 44.9W) to: 43
41 13.0N 83 49 07.5W

and change to G \"17\", Fl G 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"20\" (43 41 41.4N 83 48 50.0W) to: 43
41 15.0N 83 49 11.5W

and change to R \"18\", Fl R 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"21\" (43 40 54.7N 83 49 22.4W) to: 43
40 20.5N 83 49 51.0W

and change to G \"19\", Fl G 4s

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"22\" (43 40 56.5N 83 49 26.5W) to: 43
40 22.5N 83 49 55.1W

and change to R \"20\", Fl R 4s

Change Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"13\" to G \"11\", Fl G 2.5s
at: 43 43 54.2N 83 46 52.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Light \"14\" to \"12\", Fl R 2.5s, 20ft 6 StM at: 43
43 56.3N 83 46 56.9W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"25\" to G \"21\", Fl G 2.5s at: 43 39
38.6N 83 50 26.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"26\" to R \"22\", Fl R 2.5s at: 43 39
40.4N 83 50 30.1W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"27\" to G \"23\", Fl G 2.5s at: 43 39
08.9N 83 50 50.8W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"28\" to R \"24\", Fl R 2.5s at: 43 39
07.4N 83 50 57.5W

Saginaw Bay Channel Light \"28A\" to \"26\", Q R 25ft 7 StM at: 43 39
02.1N 83 50 59.0W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"29\" to G \"25\", Fl G 2.5s at: 43 38
58.7N 83 50 54.5W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"30\" to G \"28\", Fl R 2.5s at: 43 38
45.9N 83 50 58.7W

Delete Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"11\" at: 43 44 38.7N 83 46
14.8W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"12\" at: 43 44 40.5N 83 46 18.8W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"23\" at: 43 40 11.5N 83 49 58.5W

Saginaw Bay Channel Lighted Buoy \"24\" at: 43 40 11.6N 83 50 04.0W

14924 25th ed. 11/9/91 Last LNM 36/95 NAD 83 (CGD9) 07/96

MILWAUKEE HARBOR

Change McKinley Park Jetty Light to McKinley

Marina Light \"1\" Q G 20ft (Priv maintd), at: 43 02 46.0N 87 52 54.5W

Add McKinley Marina Preferred Channel Light Fl (2+1) R 6s 21ft

\"A/B\" (Priv maintd) at: 43 02 48.2N 87 52 50.7W

McKinley Marina Light \"2\" Fl R 2.5s 21ft (Priv maintd) at: 43 02 42.4N
87 52 52.9W

Breakwall from McKinley Marina Light \"2\", 080 degrees true,

approx 100 yards to: 43 02 42.5N 87 52 48.8W

Relocate Texas Rock Buoy \"2\" (42 59 28.1N 87 52 20.8W) to: 42 59 28.6N
87 52 23.4W

14932 22nd ed. 1/27/96 Last LNM 1/96 NAD 83 (CGD9) 07/96

HOLLAND HARBOR

Delete Lake Macatawa Ski Jump Light, Q W 10ft, (Priv maintd), at: 42 46
36.0N 86 11 54.0W

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 - 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 -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

LAKE ONTARIO -NY - NY STATE BARGE (ERIE) CANAL - Bridge Demolition,
Chart 14786

The contractor performing the demolition of the Rte 26 Bridge across the
Erie Canal mile 116.4, Rome, Oneida County, New York, will have a barge
in the waterway on or about 15 April 1996. For a period of one month,
workers will be dismantling the bridge during the hours of 7:00 a.m. and
5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. After working hours the barge will be
placed in a cove outside of the channel. Barge will be lighted in
accordance with the \"Rules of the Road\". \[04/96\]

LAKE ONTARIO - NY - NY STATE BARGE (ERIE) CANAL, Bridge construction,
Chart 14786

Pier construction for the Rte 26 replacement bridge across the Erie
Canal, mile 116.4, Rome, New York, will begin on or about 15 May 1996.
Beginning on the south side of the channel, a lighted barge will be
moored and partially obstructing that side of the waterway. Work hours
will be from 7:00 a.m. and

5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The barge will be removed from the
navigation channel during non-work hours. Pier reconstruction will be
completed on 30 August 1996. \[06/96\]

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. \[03/96\]

LAKE ERIE - NY - BUFFALO HARBOR - BUFFALO RIVER, Bridge closure, Chart
14832

The Ohio Street bridge, mile 2.1 over the Buffalo River in Buffalo, NY,
will be closed to marine traffic from 0830 to 0930 on 05 May 1996 for
the Ford Buffalo Marathon. \[06/96\]

LAKE ERIE - NY - Dunkirk Harbor - Dredging Operations - Chart 14823

Lake Michigan Contractors Inc., will be conducting maintenance dredging
in Dunkirk Harbor May 1, 1996 to May 30, 1996. Hours of operation will
be 24hrs a day/7 days a week. The vessel OJIWAY will be monitoring
VHF-FM channels 16 & 18. There will be a yellow light marking unused
equipment. Mariners are advised to use caution when transiting this
area. \[06/96\]

LAKE ERIE - OH - Cuyahoga River - Boring Operations - Chart 14839

CTL Engineering will be conducting boring operations in the Cuyahoga
River accross from Pier 4 located on the south bank of the Cuyahoga
River April 29, 1996 to May 3, 1996. Hours of operation will be 6:45
a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The vessels do not have a name
but will be monitoring VHF-FM channel 16 during hours of operation.
Vessels transiting this area are urged to use caution. \[06/96\]

LAKE ERIE - OH - Toledo Harbor Entrance - Scientific Moorings - Chart
14847 & 14830

The Ohio State University, Civil Engineering Department, will be
conducting scientific research in approximate position 41 48 36.0N, 83
17 00.0W, approximate geographical position 1.5 NM west of the Toledo
Harbor Entrance Channel in the Disposal Area. They will be deploying
instrumentation which

consists of a suite of acoustic electronic sensors mounted on a 8\' tall
tripod. Clearance above the equipment will be approximately 7\'. This
equipment will be be marked with an informational lighted buoy, Fl W 2s,
with the words \"SHALLOW WATER\" written on it. All vessels are
requested to stay well clear while

transiting this area. The lighted buoy and research equipment will be in
place until approximately October 31, 1996. \[07/96\]

LAKE ERIE - NY - TONAWANDA HARBOR - Light extinquished, Chart 14832

All of the required navigation lights are extinguished on the Tonawanda
Island Railroad Bridge across the Tonawanda Harbor, mile 0.2, North
Tonawanda, New York. Mariners are advised to use caution when transiting
the area. \[05/96\]

DETROIT RIVER - MI - Dredging - Chart 14848

Luedtke Engineering Co. will be conducting dredging operations on the
Detroit River, from May 1, 1996 until July 30, 1996. Hours of operation
will be 24 hours a day, Monday through Saturday. The vessel KURT
LUEDTKE, DKBT #16 will be monitoring VHF-FM channels 16 and 19. Barge
traffic will be

encountered between the dredging area and Point Moullibe Disposal site
via access channel. Vessels are requested to use caution when transiting
this area.

\[04/96\]

LAKE HURON - MI - SAGINAW RIVER - Bridge operations, Chart 14867

The CSX Railroad bascule bridge, mile 18.0 over the Saginaw River in
Saginaw, MI will operate with a 48-hour advance notice until July 15,
1996. Advance notice can be made by calling 1-800-232-0144. \[05/96\]

LAKE HURON - MI - Lexington Harbor - Dredging Operations - Chart 14862

M. C. M. Marine Inc., will be conducting hydraulic maintenance dredging
in Lexington Harbor June 1, 1996 to June 31, 1996. Hours of operation
will be 24hrs a day/7 days a week. The vessel KINGFISHER will be
monitoring VHF-FM channels 10 & 16. Pay special attention to the
submerged pipeline, buoys,

and required day and night signals on equipment Mariners are advised to
use caution when transiting this area. \[06/96\]

LAKE HURON - MI - Point Sanilac Harbor - Dredging Operations - Chart
14862

M. C. M. Marine Inc., will be conducting hydraulic maintenance dredging
in Point Sanilac Harbor June 22, 1996 to August 31, 1996. Hours of
operation will be 24hrs a day/7 days a week. The vessel KINGFISHER will
be monitoring VHF-FM channels 10 & 16. Pay special attention to the
submerged pipeline, buoys, and required day and night signals on
equipment Mariners are advised to use caution when transiting this area.
\[06/96\]

LAKE HURON - MI - Sault St. Marie Locks - Construction - Chart 14884

Ryba Marine Construction Co. will be doing repair to compensating works
in the Soo Locks Complex from May 7, 1996 to September 15, 1996. Hours
of operations will be 12 hrs a day Monday through Saturday. The Tug
VENTURE will be monitoring VHF-FM channels 13 & 16. \[06/96\]

LAKE HURON - MI - Sault St. Marie Locks - Construction - Chart 14884

Ryba Marine Construction Co. will be doing construction at USCG Station
Sault St. Marie from May 7, 1996 to September 15, 1996. Hours of
operations will be 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 7/days a week. The Tug VENTURE
will be monitoring VHF-FM channels 13 & 16. \[06/96\]

ST MARYS RIVER - MI - Channel Maintenance Operations - Chart 14883

U. S. Army Corps of Engineers survey floating plant and derrickboats
will be performing channel maintenance operations in the various reaches
and channels of the St Marys River throughout the 1996 navigation
season. Vessel operators are requested to navigate with caution when in
the vicinity of these

operations and to reduce speed when requested to do so. Radio contact
may be established with these vessels on VHF Channel 14 in the Locks
area and Channel 12, 13, or 16, in other areas of the river. Small boat
operators are cautioned to keep clear of these operations. \[04/96\]

STRAIGHTS OF MACKINAC - MI - Round Island - Lighthouse Illumination -
Chart 14881

The U.S. Forest Service, Friends of the Round Island Light, Great Lakes
Lighthouse Keepers Association and Boy Scout Troop 323 will be
illuminating three abandoned Round Island Light Station with mercury
vapor lights. In addition to the structure illumination, a lamp will be
placed in the lantern room. This

illumination will take place on May 24 - 26 from dusk till approximately
0300. \[07/96\]

LAKE SUPERIOR - MN - Duluth-Superior Harbor - Dredging Operations -
Chart 14975

In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969,
the Detroit District, Corps of Engineers, has assessed the environmental
impacts associated with the proposed maintenance dredging and sediment
placement activities in the Federal navigation channel in the Duluth
Ship Canal outer flare and the northwest corner of the Duluth Harbor
Basin, Duluth, Minnesota. An initial volume of approximately 50,000
cubic yards of shoal material would be either mechanically or
hydraulically dredged and placed in the nearshore area along the
Minnesota Point Beach, Duluth, Minnesota. The placement area begins at
the south pier of the Duluth Ship Canal and extends southerly for
approximately 3,000 feet. It is anticipated that placement would take
place between the Ordinary High Water Mark (OHWM) and the 4.0 foot depth
contour. However, depending upon existing conditions, placement may take
place immediately beyond the OHWM on city owned property located along
the shoreline. The surrounding area consists of a public beach and
private houses. A February 1996 Environment Assessment (EA) addressed
the proposed dredging and placement activities. Dredging impacts would
be minor and short-term and include the presence of localized turbidity
plumes, temporary aesthetic impacts, temporary and minor elevation of
ambient noise levels, temporary and minor localizes disruption of
wildlife, aquatic life, and associated habits, and a minor increase in
channel congestion with dredge equipment. Anticipate placement impacts
would be minor and short-term and include the localized degradation of
the aesthetic quality due to an increase in turbidity, noise and air
emissions, the disturbance or destruction of the benthos and fish
habitat, and impacts on the recreational use of the public beach area.
Implementation of the proposed project would result in no impacts to
wetland resources or Federal and state endangered and/or threatened
species and their habitat. Benefits of the proposed project include the
ability to maintain the Federally authorized navigation channel for
commercial vessel traffic and the use of shoal material foe beach
nourishment. A review of the proposed action indicates that it does not
constitute a major Federal action significantly affecting the quality of
the human environment. Therefore, an Environment Impact Statement will
not be prepared. \[07/96\]

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 - 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 - Dredging - Chart 14933

M.C.M. Marine, Inc. will be conducting dredging operations in Grand
Haven Harbor from April 15, 1996 until May 15, 1996. Hours of operation
will be 24 hours day/7 days a week. The vessel DEDGE ARTHUR J will be
monitoring VHF-FM channel 10 and 16. Mariners are requested to pay close
attention to the

submerged pipeline, buoys, and the required day and night signs.
\[04/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - Milwaukee - Construction - Chart 14924

Luedtke Engineering Co. will be conducting construction operations on
the South Breakwall and South Shore connector in Milwaukee Harbor, from
April 15, 1996 until August 15, 1996. Hours of operation will be 24
hours a day, Monday through Saturday. The vessels DKBT #12 and #14, DKBT
WELLSTON, or TUG GRETCHEN LUEDTKE will be monitoring VHF-FM channels 16
and 19. Vessels are requested to use caution when transiting this area.
\[04/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - MI - Holland Outer Harbor - Dredging - Chart 14932

M.C.M. Marine, Inc. will be conducting dredging operations in Holland
Harbor from April 12, 1996 until May 15, 1996. Hours of operation will
be 24 hours a day/7 days a week. The vessel KAYLEE MARIE will be
monitoring VHF-FM channel 10 and 16. Mariners are requested to pay close
attention to the submerged pipeline, buoys, and the required day and
night signs. \[04/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IN - Burns Harbor - Dredging - Chart 14926

The King Co. will be conducting dredging operations in Burns Harbor from
March 1, 1996 until June 15, 1996. Hours of operation will be 24 hours a
day/7 days week. The vessel BUXTON will be monitoring VHF-FM channels16
and 73. At times, when the dredge is not on site, a 50 foot float line
marked with two

flashing yellow lights will remain. \[04/96\]

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 - 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 - WI - ROOT RIVER, Bridge construction, Chart 14925

Reconstruction of the Main Street Bridge across the Root River, mile
0.3, Racine, Wisconsin began on 8 December 1994 and will continue
throughout this navigation season. The contractor will work Monday
through Friday, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The south
leaf of the bridge will be in the open position, the north leaf will be
down and the ends of the leaf will be properly lighted. All vessel
traffic shall transit under the open leaf to the south side of the
channel. Caution advised. The existing Main Street Bridge has returned
to normal ops. \[06/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - WI - ROOT RIVER, Bridge operations for special events,
Chart 14925

The State Street bridge, mile 0.53 over the Root River in Racine, WI,
will be closed to marine traffic from 0740 to 1040 on 08 June 1996 for
the Lighthouse Run. \[06/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IL - Chicago Sanitary & Ship Canal, Proposed new bridge,
Chart 14928

The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority has applied to the Commander,
Ninth Coast Guard District, for approval of location and plans for the
proposed construction of the new I-355 South Extension Tollway Bridge
over Chicago Sanitary & Ship Canal, mile 28.3/299.0 west of Lemont,
Illinois.

CHARACTER OF WORK: Construct a new fixed structure to accommodate
projected vehicle traffic. The proposed I-355 Tollway will extend the
current

terminus of I-355 at I-55 south to connect with I-80 new New Lenox,
Illinois.

MINIMUM NAVIGATIONAL CLEARANCES:

No Existing Structure Proposed-(fixed)

\-\-\-\-\--\"STEEL ALTERNATE\"

Hor.: 160\'0\"(48.8m) normal to the axis of the channel

Ver.: 72\'1\"(22.0m)

OR

\-\-\-\-\--\"CONCRETE ALTERNATE\"

Hor.: 160\'0\"(48.8m) normal to the axis of the channel

Ver.: 68\'6\"(20.9m)

The proposed vertical clearances are above maximum navigable pool
elevation 581.1 referred to USCS Datum. Normal pool elevation is 577.6.
NOTE:

Two design alternates were developed so that the applicant could bid
both alternates and award construction to the lowest bidder. 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 18 May 1996.
These comments will be made part of the case record. Map of location and
plans attached

(enclosure 1). \[06/96\]

LAKE MICHIGAN - IL - 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. \[02/96\]

GREAT LAKES - GENERAL - MARINE EVENTS

Events listed below are events that do not have accompanying special
local regulations. Mariners transiting these areas are not required to
contact U.S. Coast Guard, but are asked to exercise caution when
navigating through the area of the event.

Location Events Dates Time (Local)

DETROIT RIVER WYANDOTTE HIGH SCHOOL ROWING REGATTA 03 MAY 1600-DUSK

04 MAY 0700-1500

SAGINAW BAY BAY CITY YACHT CLUB SAIL BOAT RACE, 09 MAY 1900-2030

LAKE MACATAWA TULIP TIME FIREWORKS 10 MAY 1900 - 2300

LAKE ST CLAIR PROJECT AWARE UNDERWATER BEACH CLEANUP11 MAY 1000-1500

SAGINAW BAY SAGINAW BAY YACHT RACING ASSOCIATION 11 MAY 1000-1600

LAKE ST CLAIR DOUBLEHANDED SPRING REGATTA 11 MAY 1000-1700

DETROIT/WINDSOR INTERN. FREEDOM FESTIVAL 26 JUNE 2200-2245

27 JUNE 2200-2245

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.

Location Events Dates Time (Local)

LAKE ONTARIO

New York State Barge Canal RT 26 Bridge 03/96 BRIDGE REMOVAL
0700-1730/MON-FRI 15 MAY 96

LAKE ERIE

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

Detroit-Superior Bridge 01/96 BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION 0700-1900/7DAYS A WEEK
01 JAN 97

Lorain Harbor 01/96 CONSTRUCTION 0700-1900/7DAYS A WEEK 30 JUN 96

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

Black Rock Canal Bridge 03/96 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE 31 DEC 96

Cleveland Harbor 34/95 BREAKWALL REPAIR 0700-1900/MON-SAT 01 JUL 96

DETROIT RIVER

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

Detroit River 04/96 DREDGING 24HRS/7DAYS A WEEK 30 JUL 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

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

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

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

State Street Bridge 39/96 BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION 01 MAY 96

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

Wayne Street (I-94) Bridge 01/96 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE 0700-2000/7DAYS A
WEEK 15 OCT 96

eland, 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

Washington Street Bridge 01/96 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE 0700-1900/MON-SAT 01
OCT 96

Lake Freeway I-794 Bridge 01/96 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE 0700-1900/MON-SAT 26
APR 96

Bay View Highway Bridge 01/96 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE 0700-1900/MON-SAT 10
MAY 96

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

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

La Salle Street Bridge 03/96 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE 0700-1900MON-SAT 15 JUL
96

Grand Haven , MI 04/96 DREDGING 24HRD/7DAYS A WEEK 15 MAY 96

Milwaukee, WI 04/96 CONSTRUCTION 24HRS/MON-SAT 15 AUG 96

Holland, MI 04/96 DREDGING 24HRS/7DAYS A WEEK 15 MAY 96

Burns Harbor, IN 04/96 DREDGING 24HRS/7DAYS A WEEK 15 JUN 96

FOX RIVER

Main Street Bridge 40/95 BRIDGE OPERATIONS FURT NOTICE

VIII\. LIGHT LIST CORRECTIONS, VOL VII, GREAT LAKES since 06/96

(\* 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

10630 - Lighted Buoy 11 Remove from list.

\* 07/96

10635 - Lighted Buoy 12 Remove from list.

\* 07/96

10640 - Lighted Buoy 11 Fl G 2.5s 4 Green. Replaced by can from Dec.

7 to Apr. 21.

\* 07/96

10644 - LIGHT 12 43 43.9 Fl R 2.5s 20 6 White cylindrical tower

83 46.9 6 with red stripe in middle.

\* 07/96

10650 - Lighted Buoy 13 43 43.0 Fl G 4s 4 Green. Replaced by can from
Dec.

83 47.6 7 to Apr. 21.

\* \* 07/96

10655 - Lighted Buoy 14 Fl R 4s 4 Red. Replaced by nun from Dec.

7 to Apr. 21.

\* 07/96

10660 - Lighted Buoy 15 Fl G 4s 4 Green. Replaced by can from Dec.

7 to Apr. 21.

\* 07/96

10665 - Lighted Buoy 16 Fl R 4s 4 Red. Replaced by nun from Dec.

7 to Apr. 21.

\* 07/96

10670 - Lighted Buoy 17 Fl G 4s 4 Green. Replaced by can from Dec.

7 to Apr. 21.

\* \* 07/96

10675 - Lighted Buoy 18 Fl R 4s 4 Red. Replaced by nun from Dec.

7 to Apr. 21.

\* \* 07/96

10680 - Lighted Buoy 19 Fl G 4s 4 Green. Replaced by can from Dec.

7 to Apr. 21.

\* 07/96

10685 - Lighted Buoy 20 43 40.4 Fl R 4s 4 Red. Replaced by nun from Dec.

83 49.9 7 to Apr. 21.

\* \* 07/96

10700 - Lighted Buoy 23 Remove from list.

\* 07/96

10705 - Lighted Buoy 24 Remove from list.

\* 07/96

10710 - Lighted Buoy 21 43 39.6 Fl G 2.5s 4 Green. Replaced by can from
Dec.

83 50.4 7 to Apr. 21.

\* 07/96

10715 - Lighted Buoy 22 43 39.7 Fl R 2.5s 4 Red. Replaced by nun from
Dec.

83 50.5 7 to Apr. 21.

\* 07/96

10720 - Lighted Buoy 23 Fl G 2.5s 4 Green. Replaced by can from Dec.

7 to Apr. 21.

\* 07/96

10725 - Lighted Buoy 24 Fl R 2.5s 4 Red. Replaced by nun from Dec.

7 to Apr. 21.

\* 07/96

10730 - LIGHT 26 43 39.0 Q R 25 7 KRW on pile.

83 51.0 8

\* 07/96

10735 - Lighted Buoy 25 43 39.0 Fl G 2.5s 4 Green. Replaced by can from
Dec.

83 50.9 7 to Apr. 21.

\* 07/96

10740 - Lighted Buoy 28 43 38.8 Fl R 2.5s 4 Red. Replaced by nun from
Dec.

83 51.0 7 to Apr. 21.

\* \* 07/96

19315 - SKI JUMP LIGHT Remove from list.

\* 07/96

\*\*Add Heading:

McKinley Marina

Aids to navigation maintained from Apr. 1 to Oct. 31.

20755 - LIGHT 1 43 02.8 Q G 20 SG on post. Private aid.

87 52.9 6

\* \* \* \* \* 07/96

20756 - PREFERRED CHANNEL 43 02.8 Fl (2+1) R 6s 21 JR on post. Private
aid.

LIGHT \"A/B\" 87 52.8 6

\* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* 07/96

20757 - LIGHT 2 43 02.7 Fl R 2.5s 21 TR on post. Private aid.

87 52.9 6

\* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* 07/96

\*\*Add Heading:

PORT WASHINGTON TO WAUKEGAN (Chart 14904)

20765 KEVICH LIGHT 43 19.4 Iso W 8s 163 White cylindrical tower. Private
aid.

87 53.3 49

07/96

\*\*Delete Heading:

PORT WASHINGTON TO WAUKEGAN (Chart 14904)

20770 - BREAKWATER LIGHT 42 23.1 Fl R 6s 78 8 On square tower. HORN: 2
blasts ev 30s.

87 51.6 24 (2s bl-2s si-2s bl-24s si).

Operates continuously from Apr.

to Dec.

07/96

IX\. ENCLOSURES(None)

GERALD F. WOOLEVER

Rear Admiral, U. S. Coast Guard

Commander, Ninth Coast Guard District