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Port Arthur Canal Outbound Range F Rear Lighthouse

Oc Green 6s🇺🇸USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Arthur Canal Outbound Range F Rear Lighthouse

This skeletal tower stands 17 meters tall and is painted red with a white vertical stripe. It is located on the west side of the Port Arthur Canal, approximately 400 meters northwest of the Northbound Range tower. The structure features a rectangular daymark. This rear range light emits a green occulting light with a 6-second cycle, providing a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. It is situated near Port Arthur, Texas, about 3 kilometers from Sabine Pass.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for the safe passage of outbound vessels through the Port Arthur Canal, a critical artery for industrial shipping. Its precise green light alignment prevents groundings and collisions in a channel that handles substantial commercial traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc G 6s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Texas
Sea Region
Located on the west side of the Port Arthur Canal off Dowling Road (TX 87) about 1/4 mi (400 m) northwest of the Northbound Range tower.
Latitude
29.7751°
Longitude
-93.9434°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red with a white vertical stripe

Structure: A 17m square skeletal tower with a rectangular daymark colored red with a white vertical stripe.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sabine pass(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J4022.36
USCG No.
4-22840
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Arthur Canal Outbound Range F Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Port Arthur Canal Outbound Range F Rear displays the characteristic Oc 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 Outbound Range F Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Arthur Canal Outbound Range F Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SABINE PASS at 3.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Port Arthur (6.2 NM N), Groves (9.6 NM N), Atreco (12.7 NM NNE), PORT NECHES (13.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Arthur Canal Outbound Range F Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Arthur Canal Outbound Range F 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 Outbound Range F Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Arthur Canal Outbound Range F 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.