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Bridgeport Harbor Lighthouse

Q G🇺🇸Connecticut, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bridgeport Harbor Lighthouse

The Bridgeport Harbor Lighthouse stands 16 meters tall with a cylindrical, skeletal tower. Its light, a single green flash every 3 seconds, is situated 15 meters above sea level. The current structure was first lit in 1851, replacing an earlier lighthouse that was destroyed by fire in 1953 during demolition. This station was established in the same year the first light was established, 1851.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q G
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
15m

Construction & History

Year Built
1851

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J0830
USCG No.
1-24605
ARLHS No.
USA-086
Wikidata
Q106264833 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Location

City
Connecticut
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.1568°
Longitude
-73.1800°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bridgeport Harbor Lighthouse at night?+
Bridgeport Harbor displays the characteristic Q G. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bridgeport Harbor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bridgeport Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bridgeport at 0.6 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Bridgeport (1 NM NNE), Fairfield (2.7 NM WSW), POOTATUCK (3.3 NM NE), Milford (6.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bridgeport Harbor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bridgeport Harbor 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 Bridgeport Harbor Lighthouse?+
Bridgeport Harbor 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 Bridgeport Harbor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bridgeport Harbor 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.