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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

A skeletal tower standing 6 meters tall, the Middlesex County Lighthouse emits a red flash every 6 seconds. Its structure features a black tower topped with a rectangular daymark colored red with a white vertical stripe. This navigational aid is located in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, within Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill. It operates as an active light, providing guidance for vessels. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed. The nearest port is Perth Amboy, approximately 2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is critical for vessels navigating the intricate channels of Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill, particularly those serving the industrial ports and terminals along these waterways. Its red flash provides a clear warning and guidance point amidst the heavy commercial traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s

Location

City
Woodbridge Township
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
New Jersey
Sea Region
Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill
Latitude
40.5535°
Longitude
-74.2530°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Perth Amboy(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J1066.1
USCG No.
1-36645
ARLHS No.
USA-344

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
black carrying a rectangular daymark colored red with a white vertical stripe

Structure: skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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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.