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Menominee Lighthouse

Occ R 4s🇺🇸Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Menominee Lighthouse

Also known as: Menominee Pierhead Lighthouse

The Menominee Lighthouse, constructed in 1877, stands as a brick tower painted red. It reaches a height of 11 meters, with its focal plane situated 14 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a red light with an occulting characteristic. This light has a geographic range of 9 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is designated as a heritage property.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ R 4s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1877
Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 21935
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q6817255 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Color
red
Material
brick

Location

City
Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
45.0973°
Longitude
-87.5860°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Menominee Lighthouse at night?+
Menominee displays the characteristic Occ R 4s — 1 red flash every 4 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Menominee Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Menominee Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MENOMINEE at 1 NM to the W. Other ports served include MARINETTE (1.3 NM W), EGG HARBOR (13.2 NM ESE), OCONTO (16.7 NM SW), STURGEON BAY (18 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Menominee Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Menominee 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 Menominee Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Menominee 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.