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Bulkhead Shoal Channel Range Rear Lighthouse

F White🇺🇸USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bulkhead Shoal Channel Range Rear Lighthouse

A 21-meter tall, square pyramidal skeletal tower constructed of steel guides vessels at Bulkhead Shoal Channel. This light, with a focal height of 22 meters, emits a single white flash and has a geographic range of 13.6 nautical miles. It is situated at the water's edge, north of the Delaware City Refinery. The tower stands 1.3 kilometers from the nearest port, Delaware City. It is operational and privately maintained.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for the safe navigation of commercial vessels, particularly tankers and cargo ships, frequenting the Delaware City Refinery by providing a critical alignment for pilots.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Location

Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Delaware
Sea Region
Delaware River estuary, guiding vessels to the Delaware City Refinery, located at the water's edge north of the refinery.
Latitude
39.5981°
Longitude
-75.6122°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: A 21m square pyramidal skeletal tower.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Delaware City(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
J1304.1
USCG No.
2-2770
ARLHS No.
USA-029
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bulkhead Shoal Channel Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Bulkhead Shoal Channel Range Rear displays the characteristic F White. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bulkhead Shoal Channel Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bulkhead Shoal Channel Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Delaware City at 1.7 NM to the SE. Other ports served include SUMMIT NORTH (5.2 NM SW), SALEM (6.2 NM ESE), Wilmington (8.5 NM NNE), Penns Grove (9.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bulkhead Shoal Channel Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bulkhead Shoal Channel 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 Bulkhead Shoal Channel Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Bulkhead Shoal Channel 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 Bulkhead Shoal Channel Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bulkhead Shoal Channel 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.