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Conneaut Harbor Lighthouse

Fl WR 5s🇺🇸Conneaut Harbor/Lake Erie, OH, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Conneaut Harbor Lighthouse

Conneaut Harbor Lighthouse was established in 1905. This structure stands 12 meters tall, with its focal plane reaching 24 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a white and red light. It serves the harbor entrance on Lake Erie.

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

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Focal Height
24m

Construction & History

Year Built
1905
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q81643507 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m

Location

City
Conneaut Harbor/Lake Erie, OH
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.9833°
Longitude
-80.5667°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Conneaut Harbor Lighthouse at night?+
Conneaut Harbor 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 Conneaut Harbor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Conneaut Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Conneaut at 1.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Ashtabula (10.9 NM WSW), Fairview (15.6 NM ENE), Edinboro (21.3 NM ESE), Erie (23.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Conneaut Harbor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Conneaut 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 Conneaut Harbor Lighthouse?+
Conneaut 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 Conneaut Harbor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Conneaut 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.