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Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse

Fl red🇺🇸Eastern Wisconsin, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse

This red lighthouse stands 29.9 meters tall, with its light situated 30 meters above water level. It was constructed in 1899 and first illuminated the same year. Steel bracing was added to the structure in 1903 to address instability. The lighthouse emits a single red flash, visible for 17 nautical miles. It is located on the east side of the southern entrance to the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal in Eastern Wisconsin.

Why it matters: The Sturgeon Bay Canal Lighthouse was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.

Background
The Sturgeon Bay Canal lighthouse is a lighthouse located at the Coast Guard station near Sturgeon Bay in Door County, Wisconsin. Situated on the east side of the south entrance to the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal, it was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1984, as the Sturgeon Bay Canal Lighthouse. The lighthouse originally was constructed in 1899; instability forced the addition of steel bracing in 1903. It is similar to the reinforced Devils Island Lighthouse. There are two lighthouses at this location, the other being the Sturgeon Bay Canal North Pierhead Light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl red
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
red
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
17NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1899
Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 20995
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7628986 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
29.9m
Tower Color
red

Location

City
Eastern Wisconsin
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
44.7949°
Longitude
-87.3132°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse at night?+
Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal displays the characteristic Fl red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is STURGEON BAY at 3.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include ALGOMA (12.3 NM SSW), EGG HARBOR (15.4 NM N), Kewaunee (21.6 NM SSW), MENOMINEE (22.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal 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 Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal 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.