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Port Arthur Canal Inbound Range E Rear Lighthouse

Iso Green 6s🇺🇸Port Arthur, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Arthur Canal Inbound Range E Rear Lighthouse

This skeletal tower, standing 16.5 meters tall, guides vessels northbound into Port Arthur along the west side of the Port Arthur Canal. The structure is painted red with a white vertical stripe and features a rectangular daymark. Its green light provides an isophase signal on a 6-second cycle. This range light operates within the Sabine estuary, about 6 miles south of downtown Port Arthur, paralleling the west side of Sabine Lake. The tower's focal height is also 16.5 meters, and it has a geographic range of 12.3 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for vessels navigating the Port Arthur Canal, ensuring they maintain the correct course northbound. Its precise guidance is fundamental for the safe and efficient flow of commercial traffic into Port Arthur.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Green 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso G 6s
Focal Height
16.5m
Geographic Range
12.3NM

Location

City
Port Arthur
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Texas
Sea Region
Located on the west side of the Port Arthur Canal, a dredged channel paralleling the west side of Sabine Lake within the Sabine estuary, about 6 miles south of downtown Port Arthur. It guides vessels northbound to Port Arthur.
Latitude
29.7738°
Longitude
-93.9417°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red with a white vertical stripe

Structure: A 16.5m square skeletal tower with a rectangular daymark colored red with a white vertical stripe.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sabine pass(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
J4022.21
USCG No.
4-22820
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Arthur Canal Inbound Range E Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Port Arthur Canal Inbound Range E Rear displays the characteristic Iso Green 6s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Port Arthur Canal Inbound Range E Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Arthur Canal Inbound Range E Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SABINE PASS at 3.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Port Arthur (6.3 NM N), Groves (9.7 NM N), Atreco (12.8 NM NNE), PORT NECHES (13.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Arthur Canal Inbound Range E Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Arthur Canal Inbound Range E 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.
How can I track vessels near Port Arthur Canal Inbound Range E Rear Lighthouse?+
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