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Monroe Harbor Range Front Lighthouse

Iso White 6s🇺🇸Monroe, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Monroe Harbor Range Front Lighthouse

This steel skeletal tower stands 15 meters tall on the south bank of the River Raisin. Its square cylindrical shape supports a light with a focal height of 16 meters. The light emits an isophase white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. This structure is located 0.9 kilometers from the nearest port, Monroe. The U.S. Coast Guard maintains this operational aid to navigation.

Why it matters: As the front range light for Monroe Harbor, this marker provides essential alignment guidance for vessels navigating the River Raisin channel into Monroe Harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso W 6s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Monroe
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Michigan
Sea Region
south bank of the River Raisin in Monroe
Latitude
41.8962°
Longitude
-83.3498°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Material
steel

Structure: A 15m square cylindrical skeletal tower.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Monroe(0.9 km)
USCG No.
7-6560
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Monroe Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Monroe Harbor Range Front displays the characteristic Iso White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Monroe Harbor Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Monroe Harbor Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MONROE at 1.5 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include LAKE POINTE (10.6 NM NE), LAKE ERIE METRO PARK (11.8 NM NE), GIBRALTAR (14 NM NNE), Grosse Ile (14.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Monroe Harbor Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Monroe Harbor Range Front 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 Monroe Harbor Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Monroe Harbor Range Front 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.