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Cooper Memorial Lighthouse

Fl White🇺🇸Culver, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cooper Memorial Lighthouse

Constructed in 1997, the Cooper Memorial Lighthouse stands on the east side of the Prairie Creek Reservoir near Muncie. This cylindrical, stone tower is painted white and measures 5 meters high, with its light positioned at 7.92 meters above the water. It emits a single white flash, visible for 9.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse features a round stone tower with a lantern room, which is painted black, while the tower itself is white. The site is open to the public, but the tower is not accessible for climbing. The nearest port is Michigan City, 37.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a memorial to Charles W. Cooper and provides guidance for recreational boaters on the Prairie Creek Reservoir.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Fl W
Focal Height
7.92m
Geographic Range
9.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1997

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with lantern, painted white; lantern painted black

Location

City
Culver
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Indiana
Sea Region
east side of the Prairie Creek Reservoir near Muncie
Latitude
41.2194°
Longitude
-86.4165°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Michigan City(37.3 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cooper Memorial Lighthouse at night?+
Cooper Memorial displays the characteristic Fl White. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cooper Memorial Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cooper Memorial Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wyatt at 21.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Francesville (24.8 NM SW), Appleton (33.5 NM S), Three Oaks (34.9 NM NNW), MICHIGAN CITY (37.6 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cooper Memorial Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cooper Memorial 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 Cooper Memorial Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cooper Memorial 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.