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Detweiler Park Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇺🇸Peoria, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Detweiler Park Lighthouse

Also known as: #Detweiler Park (Mossville)

A 9-meter tall, cylindrical concrete tower with a focal height of 9 meters was located at river mile 170.9 on the west side of the channel near Detweiler Park, south of Mossville. This structure, mounted on a round caisson and topped with a green rectangular daymark, featured a light that flashed green every 4 seconds (Fl G 4s). The light's reach extended 10 nautical miles. This station is likely no longer standing.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marked a specific section of the river channel at mile 170.9, facilitating safe transit for watercraft.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Probably removed

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: tapered square concrete tower topped by a green rectangular daymark and mounted on a round caisson

Location

City
Peoria
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Illinois
Sea Region
Located at river mile 170.9 on the west side of the river channel off Detweiler Park, on the south side of Mossville.
Latitude
40.7922°
Longitude
-89.5745°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Peoria(6.2 km)
USCG No.
5-7025
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Detweiler Park Lighthouse at night?+
Detweiler Park displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Detweiler Park Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Detweiler Park Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is GALENA PEORIA at 0.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include EASTPORT (6 NM SSE), Peoria (6.2 NM S), PEORIA (7.2 NM S), CHILLICOTHE (8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Detweiler Park Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Detweiler Park 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 Detweiler Park Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Detweiler Park 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.