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Five Mile Point Lighthouse

🇺🇸Connecticut, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Five Mile Point Lighthouse

Constructed in 1805, this lighthouse stands 24 meters tall. Its light emanated from a focal height of 21 meters above sea level. The structure, built in the early 19th century, served the maritime interests of the region. It is no longer operational. The lighthouse has a notable heritage status.

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

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
21m

Construction & History

Year Built
1805
Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m

Location

City
Connecticut
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.2490°
Longitude
-72.9039°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Five Mile Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Five Mile Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is WEST HAVEN at 1.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include New Haven (2.5 NM N), BRANFORD (4.3 NM ENE), Milford (7 NM WSW), GUILFORD (10.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Five Mile Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Five Mile Point Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Five Mile Point Lighthouse?+
Five Mile Point 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 Five Mile Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Five Mile Point 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.