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Bristol Ferry Lighthouse

🇺🇸Rhode Island, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Bristol Ferry Lighthouse

Constructed in 1855, the Bristol Ferry Lighthouse is a 10-meter tall structure. Its focal height matches the tower's dimensions, also at 10 meters. This light is no longer operational. The lighthouse stands as a recorded historic place.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
10m

Construction & History

Year Built
1855
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
10m

Location

City
Rhode Island
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.6429°
Longitude
-71.2603°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Bristol Ferry Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bristol Ferry Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is TIVERTON at 2.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include PRUDENCEL FERRY DOCK (2.4 NM SW), MELVILLE (3.5 NM SSW), Brayton Point (5.3 NM NE), New Bedford-Fall River Apt (5.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bristol Ferry Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Bristol Ferry Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Bristol Ferry Lighthouse?+
Bristol Ferry 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 Bristol Ferry Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bristol Ferry 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.