Rod Callen

USCG Base Cleveland, located in Cleveland, Ohio, serves as a critical support and logistics hub for Coast Guard operations throughout the Great Lakes region. Established to enhance operational readiness, the base provides essential services such as engineering, supply, medical, and administrative support to Coast Guard cutters, stations, and units in the Ninth District. Over the years, USCG Base Cleveland has played a vital role in coordinating search and rescue missions, environmental protection efforts, and maritime law enforcement. Its strategic location on Lake Erie enables the base to support a wide range of missions, ensuring the safety and security of the region’s waterways.