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IVY Club Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl White🇺🇸Peoria Heights, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About IVY Club Breakwater Lighthouse

The IVY Club Breakwater light was established in 2013 and is located at the end of the extended breakwater for the IVY Club in Peoria Heights, Illinois. This octagonal steel tower stands 6 meters tall, with a focal height of 8.5 meters. Its lower half is painted white and the upper half red, topped by a black lantern. The light emits a single white flash, visible for 9.9 nautical miles. The structure rests on an octagonal concrete base. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This privately maintained light clearly marks the end of the IVY Club's breakwater, guiding boaters safely into the club's harbor. Its presence demonstrates how local community efforts can supplement official navigational systems.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Fl W
Focal Height
8.5m
Geographic Range
9.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2013

Significant events: Established in 2013

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
Upper half red, lower half white, lantern black
Material
steel

Structure: A 6m octagonal steel tower with a lantern, mounted on an octagonal concrete base. The tower's upper half is red, the lower half white, and the lantern is black.

Location

City
Peoria Heights
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Illinois
Sea Region
At the end of the extended breakwater of the IVY Club
Latitude
40.7483°
Longitude
-89.5572°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Peoria(3.7 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify IVY Club Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
IVY Club Breakwater 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 IVY Club Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
IVY Club Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is GALENA PEORIA at 2.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include EASTPORT (3.2 NM S), Peoria (3.7 NM SSW), PEORIA (4.8 NM SSW), CHILLICOTHE (10.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is IVY Club Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, IVY Club Breakwater 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 IVY Club Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near IVY Club Breakwater 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.