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Nantucket Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse

F W🇺🇸Southeastern Massachusetts, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nantucket Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse

The Nantucket Harbor Range Rear light operates from a white navigation tower constructed in 1908. This structure reaches a height of 51 meters, with its focal plane situated 15.5 meters above sea level. The light emitted is a fixed white signal. The tower's design is specifically for navigational purposes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F W
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
F
Focal Height
15.5m

Construction & History

Year Built
1908

References & Identifiers

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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
51m
Tower Shape
navigation
Tower Color
white

Location

City
Southeastern Massachusetts
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.2893°
Longitude
-70.0920°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nantucket Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Nantucket Harbor Range Rear 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 Nantucket Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nantucket Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is NANTUCKET at 0.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Edgartown (19.7 NM WNW), SHIP SHOPS (22.6 NM N), West Yarmouth (22.8 NM NNW), HYANNIS (23.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nantucket Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nantucket Harbor Range Rear 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 Nantucket Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Nantucket Harbor Range Rear 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 Nantucket Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nantucket Harbor Range Rear 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.