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Craighill Channel Lower Range Front Lighthouse

Fl WR 3s🇺🇸Maryland, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Craighill Channel Lower Range Front Lighthouse

This range front lighthouse is located in Maryland. Its focal plane stands at 7 meters above the water. The light displays both white and red sectors to guide vessels. It remains operational, providing necessary navigational information.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Focal Height
7m

Location

City
Maryland
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.1886°
Longitude
-76.3943°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Craighill Channel Lower Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Craighill Channel Lower Range Front displays the characteristic Fl WR 3s — 1 wr flash every 3 seconds. 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Craighill Channel Lower Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Craighill Channel Lower Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Edgemere at 3.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include SPARROWS POINT (4.4 NM WNW), PASADENA YARD (6.4 NM WSW), DUNDALK (7.2 NM WNW), OSPREY POINT (7.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Craighill Channel Lower Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Craighill Channel Lower 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.
What shipping routes pass near Craighill Channel Lower Range Front Lighthouse?+
Craighill Channel Lower Range Front 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 Craighill Channel Lower Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Craighill Channel Lower 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.