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Liston Range Front Lighthouse

Iso W 6s🇺🇸Delaware, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Liston Range Front Lighthouse

Constructed in 1906, the Liston Range Front Lighthouse served as part of a navigational system on the Delaware River. This structure was first lit in the same year it was built. It stands 14 meters tall, emitting a white light. The lighthouse is no longer operational. It formed part of the Liston Range with a corresponding rear light.

Why it matters: The Liston Range Front Lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Background
Liston Range Front Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Delaware, United States, on the Delaware River. It is a range light, paired with the Liston Range Rear Light, to create the Liston Range.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Focal Height
14m

Location

City
Delaware
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.4827°
Longitude
-75.5918°

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Type
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Construction & History

Year Built
1906
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Liston Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Liston Range Front displays the characteristic Iso W 6s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Liston Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Liston Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Delaware City at 5.6 NM to the N. Other ports served include SUMMIT NORTH (6.4 NM NW), SALEM (7.5 NM NE), Chesapeake City (9.9 NM WNW), GREENWICH BOATWORKS (12.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Liston Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Liston Range Front 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 Liston Range Front Lighthouse?+
Liston 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 Liston Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Liston 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.