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Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse

Fl WR 9s🇺🇸Delaware, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse

Construction of the Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse was completed in 1886. The structure stands 12 meters in height, with its light positioned 18 meters above the water. It exhibits a white and red light. The lighthouse has been operational since its first lighting in 1886. Its location is in Delaware.

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

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
9s
Focal Height
18m

Construction & History

Year Built
1886
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m

Location

City
Delaware
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.0500°
Longitude
-75.1833°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse at night?+
Fourteen Foot Bank displays the characteristic Fl WR 9s — 1 wr flash every 9 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 Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Big Stone at 7.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Ocean View (9 NM S), Cape May (11.6 NM ESE), PORT NORRIS (13.5 NM NNE), LEESBURG (14.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fourteen Foot Bank 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 Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse?+
Fourteen Foot Bank 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 Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fourteen Foot Bank 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.