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Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse

Fl Y 6s🇺🇸Ashtabula Harbor/Lake Erie, OH, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse

This lighthouse, also referred to as Ashtabula Light, stands 12 meters tall, with its focal plane situated 15 meters above water level. The structure guides mariners with a yellow light. It is located in Ashtabula Harbor on Lake Erie in Ohio. The lighthouse has been operational for navigation.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was listed as a historic place on the National Register of Historic Places on August 8, 1983.

Background
Ashtabula Harbor Light (also known as Ashtabula Light) is a lighthouse in Ashtabula, Ohio. It was listed in the National Register on August 8, 1983.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Y 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Focal Height
15m
Light Range
7NM (13.0 km)

Construction & History

Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m

Location

City
Ashtabula Harbor/Lake Erie, OH
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.9185°
Longitude
-80.7959°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 15 meters and a nominal range of 7 nautical miles (approximately 13.0 km), Ashtabula Harbor Light is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse at night?+
Ashtabula Harbor Light displays the characteristic Fl Y 6s — 1 yellow flash every 6 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ashtabula at 0.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Conneaut (11.4 NM ENE), Rock Creek (16.3 NM S), Thompson (18.1 NM SW), Fairport Harbor Village (23.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse?+
Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.