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Corpus Christi Cut B Outbound Range Rear Lighthouse

Iso White 6s🇺🇸Corpus Christi, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Corpus Christi Cut B Outbound Range Rear Lighthouse

This steel, skeletal tower stands 39 meters tall and is mounted on a square platform supported by piles. It is situated off the south side of an island southeast of Ingleside, within Corpus Christi Bay. The light emits an isophase white flash on a 6-second cycle, with a geographic range of 16.9 nautical miles. A secondary quick-flashing yellow light also aids navigation. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Ingleside, 2.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for commercial and recreational vessels navigating the outbound channels of Corpus Christi Bay, ensuring they stay within safe, dredged pathways. Its precise alignment of lights prevents groundings and collisions in a busy port area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso W 6s
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
16.9NM

Location

City
Corpus Christi
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Texas
Sea Region
Corpus Christi Bay, off the south side of an island southeast of Ingleside
Latitude
27.8109°
Longitude
-97.1812°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ingleside(2.5 km)
ARLHS No.
USA-1363

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: A 39m square skeletal tower mounted on a square platform supported by piles.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Corpus Christi Cut B Outbound Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Corpus Christi Cut B Outbound Range Rear displays the characteristic Iso White 6s. 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 Corpus Christi Cut B Outbound Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Corpus Christi Cut B Outbound Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ingleside at 2.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Aransas Pass (6 NM NNE), PORT ARANSAS (6.6 NM ENE), Portland (8.9 NM WNW), Corpus Christi (15.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Corpus Christi Cut B Outbound Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Corpus Christi Cut B Outbound 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 Corpus Christi Cut B Outbound Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Corpus Christi Cut B Outbound 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.