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Buffington Harbor Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 4s🇺🇸Indiana, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Buffington Harbor Breakwater Lighthouse

Buffington Harbor Breakwater is a navigational aid located in Indiana. Its focal height reaches 14.5 meters above the water. The light emitted from this structure is red. It is no longer operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Focal Height
14.5m

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Indiana
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.6460°
Longitude
-87.4104°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Buffington Harbor Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Buffington Harbor Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red flash every 4 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Buffington Harbor Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Buffington Harbor Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is East Chicago at 1.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Gary (4.2 NM ESE), HAMMOND (5.3 NM NW), Calumet (7.2 NM NW), CALUMET HARBOR (7.5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Buffington Harbor Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Buffington Harbor Breakwater 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.
How can I track vessels near Buffington Harbor Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Buffington Harbor Breakwater 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.