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Dutch Island Lighthouse

Fl R 6s🇺🇸Rhode Island, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Dutch Island Lighthouse

Dutch Island Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Rhode Island, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 17 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl R 6s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 6 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light color is red, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Dutch Island Lighthouse is positioned at 41.4967°N, 71.4042°W, near Rhode Island in US.

Geographic context: Dutch Island 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

SAUNDERSTOWN

USZUN

0.9 NMNW

FORT WETHERILL STATE

USJSW

2.4 NMESE

Newport

USNPT

3.2 NME

Newport

USNOZ

3.6 NMESE

WICKFORD

USNKT

5.2 NMNNW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
17m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Rhode Island
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.4967°
Longitude
-71.4042°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dutch Island Lighthouse at night?+
Dutch Island displays the characteristic Fl R 6s — 1 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dutch Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dutch Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SAUNDERSTOWN at 0.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include FORT WETHERILL STATE (2.4 NM ESE), Newport (3.2 NM E), Newport (3.6 NM ESE), WICKFORD (5.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dutch Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Dutch Island 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.
What shipping routes pass near Dutch Island Lighthouse?+
Dutch Island 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 Dutch Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dutch Island 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.