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Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇺🇸Woodbridge Township, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse

Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Woodbridge Township, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl Red 6s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is red, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse is positioned at 40.5535°N, 74.2530°W, near Woodbridge Township in US.

Geographic context: Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in US: Other lighthouses in the region include Abagadasset Point Range, Absecon, Admiralty Head Light, Ahukini Breakwater, Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

SEWAREN

USSWN

0.1 NMSSW

Perth Amboy

USPAY

1.3 NMS

Tottenville, Staten Island

USTTV

2.3 NMS

Carteret

USCSF

2.4 NMNE

Mounts Mills

USZMM

3.8 NMSSW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
6s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
—
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Woodbridge Township
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.5535°
Longitude
-74.2530°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse displays the characteristic Fl Red 6s. 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 Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SEWAREN at 0.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Perth Amboy (1.3 NM S), Tottenville, Staten Island (2.3 NM S), Carteret (2.4 NM NE), Mounts Mills (3.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse 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.
What shipping routes pass near Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse 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.