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St. Joseph North Pierhead Inner Lighthouse

F W🇺🇸Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About St. Joseph North Pierhead Inner Lighthouse

Constructed in 1906, this lighthouse stands 9 meters tall with a white exterior. The light source reaches a focal height of 16 meters above sea level. It emits a white flash characteristic. The light has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F W
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1906
Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 19515
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Color
white

Location

City
Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
42.1161°
Longitude
-86.4942°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify St. Joseph North Pierhead Inner Lighthouse at night?+
St. Joseph North Pierhead Inner displays the characteristic F W. 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 St. Joseph North Pierhead Inner Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
St. Joseph North Pierhead Inner Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BENTON HARBOR at 0.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include South Haven (19.9 NM NNE), Three Oaks (20.5 NM SSW), Cassopolis (25.6 NM ESE), Lawton (29.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is St. Joseph North Pierhead Inner Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, St. Joseph North Pierhead Inner 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 St. Joseph North Pierhead Inner Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near St. Joseph North Pierhead Inner 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.