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Reedy Island Range Rear Lighthouse

F R🇺🇸Delaware, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Reedy Island Range Rear Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a 34-meter tall tower situated in Delaware. Its light's focal height reaches 41 meters above the water. The emitted light is red. This structure is operational.

Why it matters: This structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
41m

Construction & History

Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
34m

Location

City
Delaware
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.4066°
Longitude
-75.5904°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Reedy Island Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Reedy Island Range Rear displays the characteristic F R. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Reedy Island Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Reedy Island Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SUMMIT NORTH at 9.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Delaware City (10.2 NM N), SALEM (11.2 NM NNE), GREENWICH BOATWORKS (11.3 NM E), Chesapeake City (11.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Reedy Island Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Reedy Island Range 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.
What shipping routes pass near Reedy Island Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Reedy Island Range Rear 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 Reedy Island Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Reedy Island Range 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.