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Hereford Inlet Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇺🇸New Jersey, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Hereford Inlet Lighthouse

This white tower, constructed in 1874, stands 17 meters above the ground. The focal height of its light is also 17 meters, providing a geographic range of 18 nautical miles. The light emits a single white flash. The lighthouse is no longer operational.

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

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
18NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1874
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 90
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q5737997 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Color
white

Location

City
New Jersey
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.0063°
Longitude
-74.7920°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hereford Inlet Lighthouse at night?+
Hereford Inlet displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Hereford Inlet Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is North Wildwood at 0.6 NM to the W. Other ports served include WILDWOOD (1.6 NM WSW), SHAWCREST (2.3 NM WSW), STONE HARBOR (3.4 NM NNE), Cape May (8.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hereford Inlet Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Hereford Inlet 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 Hereford Inlet Lighthouse?+
Hereford Inlet 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 Hereford Inlet Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hereford Inlet 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.