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Carrabelle Channel Inner Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇺🇸USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Carrabelle Channel Inner Range Rear Lighthouse

This skeletal tower, standing 17 meters high, was painted white with a red vertical stripe and featured a rectangular slatted daymark. It guided vessels northeast of the Carrabelle River entrance, marking a channel passing the west end of Dog Island. The light emitted two white flashes every 15 seconds. Its function was to assist navigation towards the port of Carrabelle, located 3.9 km away. The structure was removed in 2017.

Why it matters: This range light was indispensable for safe navigation into the Carrabelle River, specifically guiding vessels through the intricate channel west of Dog Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s

Construction & History

Significant events: Removed in 2017

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Carrabelle(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
J3310.1
USCG No.
4-2565
ARLHS No.
USA-205

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe

Structure: A 17m square skeletal tower mounted on a platform supported by piles, painted white with a red vertical stripe, and carrying a rectangular slatted daymark.

Location

Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Florida
Sea Region
Located about 1/2 mi (800 m) northeast of the Carrabelle River entrance, guiding vessels through a channel passing the west end of Dog Island in the approach to the Carrabelle River.
Latitude
29.8095°
Longitude
-84.7246°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Carrabelle Channel Inner Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Carrabelle Channel Inner Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Carrabelle Channel Inner Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Carrabelle Channel Inner Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Carrabelle at 3.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include SPORTSMAN LODGE (10 NM WSW), Apalachicola (14.8 NM WSW), Port Saint Joe (30.5 NM W), MARQUARDT'S (37.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Carrabelle Channel Inner Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Carrabelle Channel Inner 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.
How can I track vessels near Carrabelle Channel Inner Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Carrabelle Channel Inner 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.