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Rawley Point Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇺🇸Eastern Wisconsin, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rawley Point Lighthouse

The Rawley Point Lighthouse, established in 1873, features a white, 33-meter tower. Its light projects a white flash, visible for 16 nautical miles. The focal plane sits 33.5 meters above the water. The lighthouse is located in Eastern Wisconsin.

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

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
33.5m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1873
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

Visiting

Open to public
private

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Color
white

Location

City
Eastern Wisconsin
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
44.2105°
Longitude
-87.5088°

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 20935
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7297018 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rawley Point Lighthouse at night?+
Rawley Point displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Rawley Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rawley Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Manitowoc at 4.4 NM to the SW. Other ports served include TWO RIVERS (4.6 NM SSW), Clover (13.5 NM SW), Kewaunee (15 NM N), ALGOMA (24.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rawley Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rawley Point 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 Rawley Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rawley Point 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.