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Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇺🇸New Orleans, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses Lighthouse

These active lighthouses are painted white and feature red roofs. Their white lights flash once every five seconds, serving as navigational aids in the Orleans Parish region. They are located near the city of New Orleans, with the nearest port just over five kilometers away. The structures help guide maritime traffic through the complex waterways of the area, including the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain.

Why it matters: These lights are essential for the safe navigation of commercial and recreational vessels in the waterways around New Orleans, preventing groundings and collisions. Their operation supports the economic activity of this major port city.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s

Location

City
New Orleans
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Louisiana
Sea Region
Orleans Parish, New Orleans City
Latitude
30.0271°
Longitude
-90.1133°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white with red roofs

Structure: The lighthouse is painted white with red roofs.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
New Orleans(5.4 km)
USCG No.
4-11180
ARLHS No.
USA-536
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is New Orleans at 4.6 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Chalmette (5.7 NM SE), Lawrence (5.7 NM SE), River Ridge (6.5 NM SW), West Wego (6.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses 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.
How can I track vessels near Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses 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.