Blue Water
Port Huron lies at the southern end of Lake Huron at the
head of the St Clair River. With a population of 30,000 people, Port Huron is a
major border crossing into Canada via the “Blue Water Bridge”. The bridge’s
name signifies the massive amount (180,000 cubic feet per second) of water that
flows under it.
The bridge is a twin span with each span just over 6100 feet
long, and is the second busiest crossing between the US and Canada. The busiest
crossing is the Ambassador Bridge at Detroit-Windsor which is located just 62
miles south west of Port Huron.
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| The Blue Water Bridge
The Algoma Hansa was down bound on the St Clair River when a
“pilot” boat came along side. It picked up the pilot who had guided the ship
from Sault Ste Marie. Note the ladder on the side of the ship.
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| Algoma Hansa |
The flags of Canada and the US fly over the International
Flag Plaza. There is a matching set on the Canadian side of the river.
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| US International Flag Plaza |
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| Canadian International Flag Plaza |
The Lightship Huron was the last of its kind used to protect
other ships from rocks and shallow water. This type of ship served the same purpose
as a stationary lighthouse except it could be moved to different locations as needed.
Her engines and light are still operational; they are checked monthly to keep
them in good working order.
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| Lightship Huron |
The Fort Gratiot Lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse in
Michigan, dating back to 1825. The tower stands 85 feet tall and underwent
extensive repairs in 2011. The complex includes the keeper’s house, an assistant’s
house, and a horn building.
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| Fort Gratiot Lighthouse |
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| Keeper's House |
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