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Port Washington Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 6s🇺🇸Eastern Wisconsin, USOperational

Constructed in 1889, this breakwater lighthouse began operation in the same year. The cylindrical tower stands 18 meters high, painted red. Its light reaches a focal height of 24 meters above the water. The operational light emits a red signal. This aid has a geographic range of 7 nautical miles.

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
7NM
Year Built
1889
Heritage Status
2
Admiralty No.
LLNR 20770
Wikidata
Q7231028
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Tower Height
18m
Tower Color
red
City
Eastern Wisconsin
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
43.3853°
Longitude
-87.8597°
Flag
Type
Name
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How do mariners identify Port Washington Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Port Washington Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 6s — 1 red flash every 6 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Port Washington Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Washington Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PORT WASHINGTON at 0.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Milwaukee (21.9 NM S), SHEBOYGAN (22.9 NM NNE), West Allis (23 NM SSW), Brownsville (30.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Washington Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Washington Breakwater 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 Port Washington Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Washington Breakwater 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.