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Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance Lighthouse

Fl WR 5s🇺🇸Cleveland Harbor/Lake Erie, Ohio, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance Lighthouse

Also known as: Cleveland West Pierhead Light

This lighthouse, constructed in 1910, serves the main entrance to Cleveland Harbor on Lake Erie. The red tower measures 15.2 meters in height, with its focal plane situated at 19 meters above the water. It emits a white flashing light, visible for a geographic range of 14 nautical miles. The structure has been operational since its completion and initial illumination in 1910.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
14NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1910
Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 4160
Wikidata
Q28374708 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15.2m
Tower Color
red

Location

City
Cleveland Harbor/Lake Erie, Ohio
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.5089°
Longitude
-81.7177°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance Lighthouse at night?+
Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance displays the characteristic Fl WR 5s — 1 wr flash every 5 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cleveland at 1.3 NM to the E. Other ports served include Rocky River (5.3 NM WSW), Fairview Park (7.5 NM SW), Shaker Heights (8.7 NM ESE), Woodmere (11.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance 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.
How can I track vessels near Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cleveland Harbor Main Entrance 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.