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Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear Lighthouse

F R🇺🇸Maryland, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands 27.5 meters tall with a focal height of 22.5 meters. Its light emits a red color. The structure is part of a pair of range lights designed to guide vessels through the second section of the shipping channel leading into Baltimore harbor. It maintains an operational status.

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

Background
The Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear Light is one of a pair of range lights that marks the second section of the shipping channel into Baltimore harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
22.5m

Construction & History

Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q5181680 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
27.5m

Location

City
Maryland
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.2160°
Longitude
-76.4626°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear displays the characteristic F R. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SPARROWS POINT at 0.9 NM to the W. Other ports served include Edgemere (1.2 NM NNE), DUNDALK (3.6 NM WNW), PASADENA YARD (5.1 NM SSW), Curtis Bay, Baltimore (5.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Craighill Channel Upper 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 Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Craighill Channel Upper 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 Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Craighill Channel Upper 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.