Waukegan Harbor Light, Lighthouse at Government Pier in Waukegan, Illinois.
The cylindrical white tower with a green band stands 35 feet tall at the end of Government Pier near Madison Street entrance.
The first lighthouse construction dates back to 1889, followed by a relocation during the pier extension in the early twentieth century.
The name Waukegan originates from Pottawatomie Native American language, referring to the trading post established by French merchants.
The lighthouse emits two fog signal blasts every 30 seconds and maintains a light range of 14 nautical miles for maritime navigation.
A 1967 fire destroyed the light and fog signal equipment while leaving the cast iron tower structure completely intact.
Location: Lake County
Inception: 1889
Height: 10.5 m
GPS coordinates: 42.36070,-87.81340
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:05
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