USCG Station Erie (U.S. Coast Guard) The USCG Station Erie is a United States Coast Guard facility located in Erie, Pennsylvania. It serves as a vital component of the U.S. Coast Guard’s maritime safety, security, and stewardship responsibilities on Lake Erie. Established to enforce laws and regulations, provide search and rescue services, maintain aids to navigation, and conduct marine environmental protection activities, the station is staffed by active-duty Coast Guardsmen and Reserve personnel. The Station Erie team also collaborates closely with local, state, and federal agencies, as well as the Canadian Coast Guard, to ensure seamless coordination in addressing maritime concerns on the Great Lakes. Besides its operational roles, the USCG Station Erie engages in community outreach programs, working together with local schools, organizations, and residents to educate and increase awareness about boating safety, pollution prevention, and other Coast Guard initiatives.