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Racine County Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇺🇸Wind Point, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Racine County Lighthouses Lighthouse

The Racine County Lighthouse, a cylindrical brick tower built in 1880, stands 33 meters tall. It is painted white with a black lantern and gallery, and its focal height reaches 34 meters. The light emits a single white flash every 20 seconds, visible for 16 nautical miles. The structure includes a substantial brick keeper's house. In 2007, the aerobeacon was replaced with a VRB-25 lens. The Village assumed full control of the light station in March 2016. The lighthouse is located at Wind Point, about 5 km north of Racine.

Why it matters: The Wind Point Lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, guiding vessels near its namesake point. It is also recognized for its well-preserved 1900 brick fog signal building and original 3rd order Fresnel lens, now on display.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1880

Significant events: Fund drive launched in 1999 for renovation; 2000 project restored exterior of lantern and provided landscaping; May 2007 Jeld-Wen Company announced new windows and doors; 2007 DCB-24R aerobeacon failed and was replaced by VRB-25 lens; November 2015 Racine County agreed to budget additional support; March 2016 Village took full control of light station; 2017 Friends group reorganized as Racine Lighthouse and Maritime Preservation Society (RLAMPS)

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Racine(3.0 km)
USCG No.
7-20605
ARLHS No.
USA-894

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with black lantern and gallery
Material
brick

Structure: A 33m round brick tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with a black lantern and gallery.

Location

City
Wind Point
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Wisconsin
Sea Region
Wind Point, about 3 miles (5 km) north of Racine
Latitude
42.7811°
Longitude
-87.7583°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Racine County Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Racine County Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Racine County Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Racine County Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Racine at 2.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Kenosha (12 NM SSW), Milwaukee (15.7 NM NNW), Pleasant Prairie (17.5 NM S), West Allis (17.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Racine County Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Racine County Lighthouses 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 Racine County Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Racine County Lighthouses 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.