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Town Cut Channel Inner Lighthouse

F Red 3s🇧🇲BMOperational

Location & Light Range

About Town Cut Channel Inner Lighthouse

Also known as: Town Cut Channel Inner (Chalk Wharf)

A 15-meter tall, square skeletal concrete tower stands on the north side of Town Cut Channel, about 300 meters west of the outer light. The upper section of the structure is painted red, with the lower section being white. It emits a red light with an F R characteristic, offering a range of 12.2 nautical miles. This marker formerly displayed a black and white checkered daymark. Access to the site is permitted, while the tower remains inaccessible.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the inner Town Cut Channel, a main maritime passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 3s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Previously carried a black and white checkered daymark

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
Upper half red, lower half white
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower

Location

Country
🇧🇲Bermuda
Sea Region
Town Cut Channel, on the north side of the channel, about 300 m west of the outer light
Latitude
32.3782°
Longitude
-64.6653°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saint George(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
J4478
NGA No.
11636
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Town Cut Channel Inner Lighthouse at night?+
Town Cut Channel Inner displays the characteristic F Red 3s. 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 Town Cut Channel Inner Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Town Cut Channel Inner Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint George at 0.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Devonshire (6.4 NM SW), Hamilton (8 NM SW), Kings Wharf (9.2 NM WSW), Freeport (9.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Town Cut Channel Inner Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Town Cut Channel Inner 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 Town Cut Channel Inner Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Town Cut Channel Inner 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.