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Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇺🇸New York, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse

Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in New York, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 17 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl Green 4s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is green, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse is positioned at 40.6932°N, 74.0197°W, near New York in US.

Geographic context: Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in US: Other lighthouses in the region include Ahukini Breakwater, Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses, Alcatraz North Fog Signal, Aleutians East Borough: Unimak Island Lighthouses, Alligator Reef. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Jersey City

USJEC

1.5 NMNNW

Croxton

USV7X

2.8 NMNNW

New York

USNYC

3.1 NMWSW

Hoboken

USHBK

3.4 NMN

Bayonne

USBAY

3.7 NMW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
4s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
17m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.6932°
Longitude
-74.0197°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse at night?+
Roosevelt Island Reef displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jersey City at 1.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Croxton (2.8 NM NNW), New York (3.1 NM WSW), Hoboken (3.4 NM N), Bayonne (3.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Roosevelt Island Reef 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 Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse?+
Roosevelt Island Reef 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 Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Roosevelt Island Reef 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.