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Lydia Ann Channel Lighthouse

F W🇺🇸Texas, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Lydia Ann Channel Lighthouse

The Lydia Ann Channel Light Station is situated in Aransas County, Texas, near Harbor Island. It protects a natural gulf pass leading to Aransas and Corpus Christi Bays. The structure has a focal height of 20 meters. Its light is white and it is no longer operational.

Background
Aransas Pass Light Station also called Lydia Ann Lighthouse is an historic light station in Aransas County, Harbor Island, just outside the city limits of Port Aransas, Texas, behind San Jose and Mustang Islands, that protects a natural gulf pass to Aransas and Corpus Christi Bays.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F W
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
20m

References & Identifiers

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Location

City
Texas
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
27.8640°
Longitude
-97.0563°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lydia Ann Channel Lighthouse at night?+
Lydia Ann Channel displays the characteristic F W. 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 Lydia Ann Channel Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lydia Ann Channel Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PORT ARANSAS at 1.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Aransas Pass (4.6 NM WNW), Ingleside (8.2 NM W), ROCKPORT (10.4 NM N), FULTON (12.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lydia Ann Channel Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Lydia Ann Channel 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.
How can I track vessels near Lydia Ann Channel Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lydia Ann Channel 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.