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Baker Range Rear Lighthouse

F G🇺🇸Delaware, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Baker Range Rear Lighthouse

This iron pyramidal lighthouse was built and first lit in 1896. Its black tower is topped by a black slatted daymark. Standing 33.5 meters tall, it emits a green light. The lighthouse is part of a range system, aiding navigation on the Delaware River.

Background
Baker Shoal Range Rear Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Delaware, United States, on the Delaware River, near Port Penn.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F G
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
33.5m

Construction & History

Year Built
1896

References & Identifiers

ARLHS No.
USA-029
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q4849207 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
black, and the tower also carries a black slatted daymark on
Material
iron

Location

City
Delaware
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.5408°
Longitude
-75.5698°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Baker Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Baker Range Rear displays the characteristic F G. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Baker Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Baker Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Delaware City at 2.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include SALEM (4.5 NM ENE), SUMMIT NORTH (6.2 NM W), Chesapeake City (10.8 NM W), Wilmington (11.2 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Baker Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Baker Range Rear 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 Baker Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Baker Range Rear 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 Baker Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Baker Range Rear 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.