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Fort Wool Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇺🇸Virginia, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Fort Wool Lighthouse

The Fort Wool light stood 7 meters above sea level, emitting a white light. This structure served the waters of Virginia. Its operational status is now listed as inactive.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Focal Height
7m

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Virginia
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
36.9867°
Longitude
-76.3023°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fort Wool Lighthouse at night?+
Fort Wool displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Fort Wool Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort Wool Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hampton Roads at 1.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Hampton Roads Pt (2.6 NM WSW), HAMPTON (2.8 NM NW), Norfolk (5.8 NM SSW), LANGLEY (5.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort Wool Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Fort Wool Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Fort Wool Lighthouse?+
Fort Wool 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 Fort Wool Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fort Wool 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.