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Michaud Lighthouse

Fl White🇺🇸Springfield, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Michaud Lighthouse

Also known as: Michaud (Lake Springfield)

This 9-meter octagonal wood tower, completed in 2009, stands on a peninsula projecting into Lake Springfield. Painted white with a red lantern roof, it features a lantern and gallery. The lighthouse emits a white flash characteristic. It was constructed as a replica of the Cheboygan Crib Light. The tower's focal height is also 9 meters, providing a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The Michaud lighthouse is a privately maintained replica, built to honor the Cheboygan Crib Light and enhance the scenic character of Lake Springfield.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Fl W
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

Significant events: Built as a replica of the Cheboygan Crib Light by Larry and Loretta Michaud

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wood river(55.4 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: A 9m octagonal wood tower with a lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Location

City
Springfield
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Illinois
Sea Region
tip of sharp peninsula projecting into Lake Springfield just east of the I-55 bridge, on the south side of Springfield
Latitude
39.6960°
Longitude
-89.6412°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Michaud Lighthouse at night?+
Michaud 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 Michaud Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Michaud Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Morrisonville at 19 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Warrensburg (30.3 NM ENE), Forest City (41.2 NM NNW), BEARDSTOWN (41.4 NM WNW), HAVANA (41.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Michaud Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Michaud 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 Michaud Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Michaud 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.