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Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range Front Lighthouse

Oc Green 4s🇺🇸Corpus Christi, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range Front Lighthouse

The light displays an occulting green flash every 4 seconds (Oc G 4s). With a focal height of 17 meters, its geographic range is 12.4 nautical miles. This light is attached to the front of the Art Museum of South Texas. Beneath the light, a rectangular daymark, red with a white vertical stripe, is affixed. The site permits public access, but the tower remains inaccessible. The light is situated on the south side of the Corpus Christi inner harbor channel entrance.

Why it matters: This range front light marks the Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range, offering navigation aid for vessels entering the city's inner harbor channel. Its placement on the Art Museum of South Texas offers a unique reference point for maritime navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc G 4s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Corpus Christi
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Texas
Sea Region
Corpus Christi waterfront, marking the south side of the entrance to the inner harbor channel.
Latitude
27.8104°
Longitude
-97.3927°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Corpus Christi(3.8 km)
Admiralty No.
J4215.25
ARLHS No.
USA-1364

Tower & Structure

Structure: The light is mounted on the front of the Art Museum of South Texas. A rectangular daymark, colored red with a white vertical stripe, is located below the light.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range Front displays the characteristic Oc Green 4s. 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 Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Corpus Christi at 4.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Portland (5.1 NM NE), Ingleside (10 NM ENE), Sinton (14.5 NM NNW), Aransas Pass (14.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range Front 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 Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Corpus Christi Cut B Inbound Range Front 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.