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Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse

Fl WR 6s🇺🇸Southern Maine, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse

Spring Point Ledge Light, built in 1897, is a sparkplug lighthouse located in Southern Maine. It marks a navigational hazard on the western side of the primary shipping channel leading into Portland Harbor. The structure was automated in 1960. Today, the lighthouse stands adjacent to the campus of Southern Maine Community College.

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

Background
Spring Point Ledge Light is a sparkplug lighthouse in South Portland, Maine, which marks a dangerous obstruction on the west side of the main shipping channel into Portland Harbor. It is now adjacent to the campus of Southern Maine Community College. It was constructed in 1897 and automated in 1960.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Focal Height
16.5m

Location

City
Southern Maine
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
43.6521°
Longitude
-70.2240°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1897
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse at night?+
Spring Point Ledge displays the characteristic Fl WR 6s — 1 wr 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Portland at 1.3 NM to the W. Other ports served include Portland (1.4 NM NW), SCARBOROUGH (8 NM SW), YARMOUTH (8.9 NM NNE), COOKS LOBSTER HOUSE (11.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Spring Point Ledge 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 Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Spring Point Ledge 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.