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NOAA Nautical Chart Locator Lighthouse

Oc Red (night), White (day) 4s🇺🇸USOperational

Location & Light Range

About NOAA Nautical Chart Locator Lighthouse

This skeletal steel tower stands 24 meters tall on a pile foundation and was established in 1915. It emits an occulting red light every 4 seconds at night and an occulting white light every 4 seconds during the day. The structure guides vessels downstream on the Delaware River. The station was established in 1915, and its front light was later moved upriver. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for safe passage on the Delaware River, a critical shipping artery.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red (night), White (day) 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red (night), White (day)
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc R 4s (night), Oc W 4s (day)
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1915

Significant events: station established 1915, front light moved upriver

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: A 24m (79 ft) skeletal tower mounted on a robust pile.

Location

Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Delaware
Sea Region
Delaware River, opposite the foot of Hilltop Road in Bellefonte, guides vessels downstream
Latitude
39.0834°
Longitude
-75.3425°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Big Stone(8.9 km)
Admiralty No.
J1314.1
USCG No.
2-3140
ARLHS No.
USA-1416
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify NOAA Nautical Chart Locator Lighthouse at night?+
NOAA Nautical Chart Locator displays the characteristic Oc Red (night), White (day) 4s. 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 red (night), white (day) color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does NOAA Nautical Chart Locator Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
NOAA Nautical Chart Locator Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Big Stone at 6.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Camden (9.1 NM WNW), Ocean View (13.7 NM SE), PORT NORRIS (17.5 NM ENE), GREENWICH BOATWORKS (18 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is NOAA Nautical Chart Locator Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, NOAA Nautical Chart Locator 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 NOAA Nautical Chart Locator Lighthouse?+
NOAA Nautical Chart Locator 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 NOAA Nautical Chart Locator Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near NOAA Nautical Chart Locator 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.