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Fort Niagara Lighthouse

🇺🇸Upstate New York, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Fort Niagara Lighthouse

The Fort Niagara Lighthouse was constructed in 1872 and illuminated for the first time in the same year. This structure reaches a focal height of 18.5 meters. The lighthouse is no longer in operation. It is located in Upstate New York.

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

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
18.5m

Location

City
Upstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
43.2618°
Longitude
-79.0604°

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Construction & History

Year Built
1872
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Fort Niagara Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort Niagara Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Niagara-on-the-Lake at 0.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Niagara Falls (0.8 NM SSW), Youngstown (0.8 NM SSE), Port Weller (7 NM WSW), Dalhousie (9.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort Niagara Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Fort Niagara 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.
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