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Elbow Of Cross Ledge Lighthouse

Iso WR 6s🇺🇸New Jersey, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Elbow Of Cross Ledge Lighthouse

Built in 1910, this lighthouse stood on the north side of the ship channel in Delaware Bay, New Jersey. The structure reached a height of 19 meters, with its focal plane situated 18.5 meters above sea level. It emitted a white and red light. The original lighthouse was destroyed in 1953 following a collision with a ship. A replacement skeleton tower was subsequently erected on the original foundation.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marked the north side of the ship channel in Delaware Bay.

Background
The Elbow of Cross Ledge Light was a lighthouse on the north side of the ship channel in Delaware Bay in Cumberland County, New Jersey, on the east coast of the United States, west of Egg Island Point. It was destroyed by a ship collision in 1953 and replaced by a skeleton tower on the same foundation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso WR 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Focal Height
18.5m

Construction & History

Year Built
1910

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m

Location

City
New Jersey
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.1833°
Longitude
-75.2667°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Elbow Of Cross Ledge Lighthouse at night?+
Elbow Of Cross Ledge displays the characteristic Iso WR 6s — 1 wr flash every 6 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 Elbow Of Cross Ledge Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Elbow Of Cross Ledge Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fairton at 11.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include PORT NORRIS (11.8 NM ENE), Big Stone (12.2 NM S), GREENWICH BOATWORKS (12.6 NM NNW), LEESBURG (12.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Elbow Of Cross Ledge Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Elbow Of Cross Ledge 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 Elbow Of Cross Ledge Lighthouse?+
Elbow Of Cross Ledge 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 Elbow Of Cross Ledge Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Elbow Of Cross Ledge 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.