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Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Yellow 4s🇺🇸Detroit, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical tower stands 12 meters tall with a focal height of 14 meters on Lake St. Clair in Macomb County. Its square base supports the lookout tower structure. The lighthouse emits a single yellow flash every 4 seconds, visible for nearly 12 nautical miles. Located near Detroit, it is approximately 6.8 kilometers from Windsor, Canada, across the lake. The light remains operational, guiding vessels through this important freshwater channel.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for navigating the often-shallow and busy channels of Lake St. Clair, a critical link in the Great Lakes shipping route, helping both commercial vessels and recreational boaters maintain safe passage between Lake Huron and Lake Erie. Its distinctive square cylindrical lookout tower also contributes to its unique identity on the lake.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Yellow 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl Y 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Detroit
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Michigan
Sea Region
Lake St. Clair, Macomb County, US
Latitude
42.3523°
Longitude
-82.9666°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: square cylindrical lookout tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Windsor(6.8 km)
USCG No.
7-9030
ARLHS No.
USA-426
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Yellow 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Detroit at 3.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include GROSSE POINTE (3.6 NM ENE), Grosse Point Woods (5.7 NM NNE), Windsor (7.3 NM SW), PUCE RIVER (8.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses 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 Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses 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.