Coast Guard Station Sturgeon Bay, Coast Guard station in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, United States.
The Coast Guard Station Sturgeon Bay stands on the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal, managing operations across western Lake Michigan and Green Bay waters.
The station began operations in 1886 when Maxted & Newcomb construction company completed the facility for 4,560 dollars, with William Nequette as first keeper.
This station maintains maritime traditions through continuous service since 1902, conducting search missions, law enforcement patrols, and winter ice rescue operations.
Located at 2501 Canal Road, the station houses 30 active duty and reserve members who respond to emergencies across Lake Michigan and Green Bay.
The station includes a seasonal unit on Washington Island, situated 50 miles north and accessible only through water transportation methods.
Location: Sturgeon Bay
Inception: 1886
GPS coordinates: 44.79440,-87.31310
Latest update: May 22, 2025 16:48
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