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Deepwater Point Range Front Lighthouse

Iso Green 2s🇺🇸USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Deepwater Point Range Front Lighthouse

Deepwater Point Range Front is a skeletal steel tower standing 10 meters tall, first lit in 1876. It is mounted on a square platform and features a gallery. The focal height of the light is 12.5 meters, and its geographic range is 11.2 nautical miles. The light emits a green, isophase signal, meaning it is on and off for equal durations, completing a cycle every 2 seconds. This front range light is situated off the New Jersey shore, likely within the Delaware River or Bay, to guide vessels along a deep shipping channel. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This light serves as the front range marker for a deep shipping channel. Its synchronized signal with a rear light enables mariners to maintain a precise course, facilitating safe passage for commercial vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Green 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso G 2s
Focal Height
12.5m
Geographic Range
11.2NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1876

Significant events: station established 1876

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: A 10m square skeletal tower with gallery, mounted on a square platform.

Location

Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Delaware
Sea Region
Located off the New Jersey shore, likely in the Delaware River or Bay, serving as a front range light for a deep shipping channel.
Latitude
39.6783°
Longitude
-75.5185°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wilmington(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
J1308
ARLHS No.
USA-218
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Deepwater Point Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Deepwater Point Range Front displays the characteristic Iso Green 2s. 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 Deepwater Point Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Deepwater Point Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wilmington at 2.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Penns Grove (3.3 NM NE), SALEM (6.5 NM SSE), Delaware City (7 NM SSW), Winterthur (8.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Deepwater Point Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Deepwater Point 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 Deepwater Point Range Front Lighthouse?+
Deepwater Point 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 Deepwater Point Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Deepwater Point 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.