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Peck Ledge Lighthouse

Fl G 2.5s🇺🇸Connecticut, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Peck Ledge Lighthouse

Peck Ledge Lighthouse was established in 1906. The conical green tower stands 16 meters high, with its light positioned 18.5 meters above mean high water. It emits a green flashing light with a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. The structure is located in Connecticut.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
18.5m
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1906
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7158764 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Color
green

Location

City
Connecticut
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.0773°
Longitude
-73.3698°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Peck Ledge Lighthouse at night?+
Peck Ledge displays the characteristic Fl G 2.5s — 1 green flash every 2.5 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. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Peck Ledge Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Peck Ledge Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is NORWALK COVE at 1.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include SOUTH NORWALK (2.3 NM WNW), NORWALK (2.9 NM NW), Purchase (3 NM SSW), DARIEN (5.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Peck Ledge Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Peck Ledge 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 Peck Ledge Lighthouse?+
Peck Ledge 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 Peck Ledge Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Peck Ledge 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.