William E. Dever Crib Lighthouse Lighthouse

With a focal height of 22 meters and a nominal range of 22 nautical miles (approximately 40.7 km), William E. Dever Crib Lighthouse is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.

William E. Dever Crib Lighthouse displays the characteristic Q 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.

William E. Dever Crib Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chicago at 2.6 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Wicker Park (4.6 NM WSW), Harwood Heights (10.8 NM WNW), Stickney (10.8 NM SW), WILMETTE ASSOCIATION (10.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Yes, William E. Dever Crib 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.

You can track vessels near William E. Dever Crib 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.