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NOAA Nautical Charts Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇺🇸New York, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About NOAA Nautical Charts Lighthouse

This conical skeletal tower was built in 1990 and stands 35 meters above sea level. It is located off Oriental Avenue in Brooklyn's Manhattan Beach, marking the north side of Rockaway Inlet. The lighthouse's white light flashes once every 4 seconds. Its structure is mounted atop a 3-story circular brick building that houses the Marine Academic Center. The tower is visible for 16.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the north side of Rockaway Inlet, a busy waterway connecting the Atlantic Ocean to Jamaica Bay. Its integration into the Kingsborough Community College's Marine Academic Center makes it a distinctive architectural landmark.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1990

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fort hancock(7.5 km)
Admiralty No.
J1096.5
USCG No.
1-34360
ARLHS No.
USA-187

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
conical

Structure: A conical skeletal tower with a light at a focal plane of 35 meters, mounted atop a 3-story circular brick Marine Academic Center.

Location

City
New York
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
New York
Sea Region
off Oriental Avenue in the Manhattan Beach section of Brooklyn, marking the north side of Rockaway Inlet.
Latitude
40.5763°
Longitude
-73.9320°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify NOAA Nautical Charts Lighthouse at night?+
NOAA Nautical Charts displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does NOAA Nautical Charts Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
NOAA Nautical Charts Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MIRAMAR at 0.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include VENICE (0.6 NM NNE), Brooklyn (0.7 NM N), TAMAQUA (1.1 NM N), Belle Harbor (4.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is NOAA Nautical Charts Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, NOAA Nautical Charts 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 Charts Lighthouse?+
NOAA Nautical Charts 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 Charts Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near NOAA Nautical Charts 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.