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Charity Island Lighthouse

🇺🇸Michigan's Eastern Lower Peninsula, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Charity Island Lighthouse

Constructed in 1857, Charity Island Light is situated on Big Charity Island in Lake Huron. The lighthouse stands 14 meters tall, with its focal plane reaching 12 meters above the water. Its light was first activated in the same year it was built. The station is no longer operational. The lighthouse is located off the coast of Au Gres, within Michigan's Eastern Lower Peninsula.

Background
Charity Island Light is a lighthouse on Big Charity Island in Lake Huron just off the coast of Au Gres, Northern Michigan.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
12m

Construction & History

Year Built
1857

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m

Location

City
Michigan's Eastern Lower Peninsula
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
44.0369°
Longitude
-83.4387°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Charity Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Charity Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is AU GRES at 9.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include JERRY'S (13.6 NM N), TAWAS CITY (14.4 NM N), SEBEWAING (18.1 NM S), GREAT LAKES SHORES (19.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Charity Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Charity Island 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 Charity Island Lighthouse?+
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