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Tybee Island Range Front Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Tybee Island Range Front Lighthouse

An iron tower was installed in 1877 to serve as the Tybee Island Range Front lighthouse. This structure replaced a previous tower erected in 1867, which itself was a successor to an earlier wooden tower destroyed during the Civil War. The light's position was later moved offshore between 1908 and 1915. The lighthouse is situated near Tybee Island, Georgia, at the mouth of the Savannah River, with the nearest port being Savannah, 10.2 kilometers away. It emits a single white flash.

Why it matters: This lighthouse worked with a rear light to guide vessels along a specific navigational channel, ensuring precise alignment for safe passage.

Background
Tybee Island Range Front Lighthouse, also known as Tybee (Knoll) Cut Range Front Lighthouse, was a lighthouse in Georgia, United States, at the mouth of the Savannah River, near Tybee Island, Georgia.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F
Flash Type
Fixed
Raw Code
F W

Construction & History

Year Built
1877

Significant events: Original wood tower destroyed during Civil War, Replaced in 1867, Iron tower installed in 1877, Light moved offshore between 1908-1915

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Savannah(10.2 km)
ARLHS No.
USA-1015
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7859695 →

Tower & Structure

Material
iron

Structure: An iron tower.

Location

Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Georgia
Latitude
32.0320°
Longitude
-80.9050°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tybee Island Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Tybee Island Range Front displays the characteristic F. 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 Tybee Island Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tybee Island Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tybee Island at 1.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Springfield (9.6 NM WNW), Savannah (10.8 NM WNW), SHELTER COVE HILTON (12.6 NM NE), Port Wentworth (13.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tybee Island Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tybee Island Range Front 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 Tybee Island Range Front Lighthouse?+
Tybee Island Range Front 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 Tybee Island Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tybee Island Range Front 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.