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Execution Rocks Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇺🇸Downstate New York, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Execution Rocks Lighthouse

The Execution Rocks Lighthouse stands in the middle of Long Island Sound, marking the boundary between New Rochelle and Sands Point, New York. Construction of the granite tower was completed in 1849, the same year it was first lit. The lighthouse stands 18 meters tall, with its light positioned 19 meters above sea level. The white light emits a single flash every 10 seconds. The tower is painted white with a brown band encircling its midsection, and an attached stone keeper's house remains, though it has been uninhabited since the light's automation in 1979.

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

Background
Execution Rocks Light is a lighthouse in the middle of Long Island Sound on the border between New Rochelle and Sands Point, New York. It stands 55 feet (17 m) tall, with a white light flashing every 10 seconds. The granite tower is painted white with a brown band around the middle. It has an attached stone keeper's house which has not been inhabited since the light was automated in 1979.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Focal Height
19m

Construction & History

Year Built
1849
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m

Location

City
Downstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.8780°
Longitude
-73.7377°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Execution Rocks Lighthouse at night?+
Execution Rocks displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Execution Rocks Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Execution Rocks Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sands Point at 1.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include ECHO BAY (2.1 NM NNW), HORSESHOE (2.4 NM N), NEW ROCHELLE (2.4 NM NW), LARCHMONT (2.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Execution Rocks Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Execution Rocks 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 Execution Rocks Lighthouse?+
Execution Rocks 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 Execution Rocks Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Execution Rocks 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.