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New Dungeness Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇺🇸Washington, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About New Dungeness Lighthouse

This white conical tower, constructed from concrete, stands 19 meters high with its focal plane at 20 meters. First lit in 1857, it emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. The structure is a concrete conical tower, identified by its white color. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 18 nautical miles. It is recorded under the NGA list number 13764 and Admiralty number G4772.

Why it matters: The New Dungeness Lighthouse is a listed place on the National Register of Historic Places.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
18NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1857
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G4772
NGA No.
13764
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White conical tower; 67

Location

City
Washington
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
48.1817°
Longitude
-123.1102°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify New Dungeness Lighthouse at night?+
New Dungeness displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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.
Which ports and harbors does New Dungeness Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
New Dungeness Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SEQUIM BAY at 7.7 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Port Angeles (13.4 NM WSW), Port Townsend (14.1 NM ESE), CAPTAIN WHIDBEY INN (15.5 NM E), Port Hadlock (17.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is New Dungeness Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, New Dungeness 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 New Dungeness Lighthouse?+
New Dungeness Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near New Dungeness Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near New Dungeness 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.