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Sabine Pass East Jetty Lighthouse

F White🇺🇸USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sabine Pass East Jetty Lighthouse

This lighthouse, established in 1924, stands at the terminus of the 3.5-mile Sabine Pass East Jetty in Louisiana. The structure is a 10-meter tall square cylindrical skeletal tower, painted with a diamond-shaped black and white daymark. Its focal height is 13 meters, and it emits a single white flash. The original lighthouse was replaced in the 1990s. The jetty itself is frequently submerged by high tides, making the light essential for navigation in Sabine Pass.

Why it matters: The light warns mariners of the 3.5-mile Sabine Pass East Jetty, which is often submerged at high tide, presenting a hazard at the entrance to the Sabine River.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1924

Significant events: Original lighthouse replaced in the 1990s

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square cylindrical

Structure: A 10m square cylindrical skeletal tower with a diamond-shaped black and white daymark.

Location

Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Louisiana
Sea Region
Sabine Pass East Jetty, marking the entrance to the Sabine River, which forms part of the boundary between Louisiana and Texas. It is located at the end of the 3.5-mile long east jetty in Louisiana, much of which is underwater at high tide.
Latitude
29.7165°
Longitude
-93.8502°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sabine(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
J4000
ARLHS No.
USA-713
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sabine Pass East Jetty Lighthouse at night?+
Sabine Pass East Jetty displays the characteristic F White. 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 Sabine Pass East Jetty Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sabine Pass East Jetty Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SABINE PASS at 2.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Port Arthur (10.6 NM NNW), Groves (13.5 NM NNW), Atreco (15.9 NM N), PORT NECHES (17.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sabine Pass East Jetty Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sabine Pass East Jetty 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 Sabine Pass East Jetty Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sabine Pass East Jetty 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.