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Tue Marshes Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇺🇸Virginia, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tue Marshes Lighthouse

The Tue Marshes Light was established in 1875 near Tue Point in Virginia's Chesapeake Bay. Positioned at the mouth of the York River, its focal plane reached 12.5 meters above the water. The structure emitted a white light, first lit in the same year it was built. It served as a navigational aid in the waters north of the Goodwin Islands.

Background
The Tue Marshes Light was a lighthouse located at the mouth of the York River in the Chesapeake Bay north of Tue Point near the Goodwin Islands.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Focal Height
12.5m

Location

City
Virginia
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
37.2356°
Longitude
-76.3858°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1875

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7851368 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tue Marshes Lighthouse at night?+
Tue Marshes displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Tue Marshes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tue Marshes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is CROWN POINTE at 2.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include MILLS (2.7 NM SW), DARE (3.6 NM SSW), WORMLEY CREEK (4.2 NM WSW), WHITEHOUSE COVE (5.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tue Marshes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tue Marshes 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 Tue Marshes Lighthouse?+
Tue Marshes 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 Tue Marshes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tue Marshes 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.