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Sackets Harbor Lighthouse

R🇺🇸Upstate New York, USInactive

The Sackets Harbor Lighthouse stands on Horse Island, situated in Sackets Harbor, New York, on the shores of Lake Ontario. This former navigational aid had a focal height of 21 meters. Its light displayed a red color. The lighthouse is no longer operational.

Why it matters: Horse Island, where the lighthouse is located, was acquired for preservation in July 2017. This acquisition marked the first time a War of 1812 site received a grant under the National Park Service's battlefield grants program.

Background
Horse Island Light, also known as Sackets Harbor Light, is located on Horse Island in Sackets Harbor, Jefferson County in New York on Lake Ontario. In July 2017 the 24-acre island was acquired for preservation by the Civil War Trust, aided by a grant from the National Park Service. This was the first grant in the United States made for a War of 1812 site under the NPS battlefield grants program.
Characteristic Signature
R
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
21m
City
Upstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
43.9430°
Longitude
-76.1445°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Sackets Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cape Vincent at 13.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Mannsville (16.3 NM S), Clayton (17.9 NM NNE), CLAYTON (18.1 NM N), NORTH SANDY POND (18.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
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Sackets Harbor Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
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