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Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse

F White/Red/Green🇺🇸Elizabeth, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse

Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Elizabeth, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 19 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is F White/Red/Green. 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 white/red/green, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse is positioned at 40.6461°N, 74.1882°W, near Elizabeth in US.

Geographic context: Union County Lighthouse 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 Abagadasset Point Range, Absecon, Admiralty Head Light, Ahukini Breakwater, Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Howland Hook

USH4H

0.8 NMSSE

Elizabeth

USEZA

1.6 NMNE

Carteret

USCSF

4 NMSSW

Port Newark

USPNJ

4 NMNE

Bayonne

USBAY

4.6 NMENE

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
F White/Red/Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
0 flashes

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
19m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Elizabeth
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.6461°
Longitude
-74.1882°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Union County Lighthouse displays the characteristic F White/Red/Green. 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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Howland Hook at 0.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Elizabeth (1.6 NM NE), Carteret (4 NM SSW), Port Newark (4 NM NE), Bayonne (4.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Union County Lighthouse 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 Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
Union County Lighthouse 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 Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Union County Lighthouse 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.