Bas Obispo Northbound Range Rear Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Bas Obispo Northbound Range Rear Lighthouse
Also known as: Bas Obispo Northbound Range Rear (2 towers)
The Bas Obispo Northbound Range Rear light is an active navigational aid situated on the north side of the Panama Canal, on the eastern bank of the Río Chagres. Its location places it close to the Gamboa Southbound Front Lights, contributing to a complex system that guides vessels. Although the construction date is not recorded, its ongoing operation highlights its significance for maritime traffic. This light is part of a range system designed to assist ships in maintaining their exact course through the canal, especially for northbound transit. The light is visible from a nearby highway, offering insight into the operations of this major shipping route. The surrounding environment features the tropical landscape of the Canal Zone where the river meets the canal.
Why it matters: This range light is essential for guiding northbound ships through a critical segment of the Panama Canal. Its alignment with other range lights helps vessels stay within the correct channel, ensuring safe and efficient passage.
Tower & Structure
Structure: The Bas Obispo Northbound Range Rear light is an active navigational aid positioned strategically on the north side of the Panama Canal, nestled on the eastern bank of the Río Chagres. This location places it near the Gamboa Southbound Front Lights, forming a critical part of the intricate guidance system for vessels traversing this vital waterway. While the exact date of its construction remains unrecorded, its continued operation underscores its enduring importance to maritime traffic. The range system it belongs to helps ships maintain their precise course as they navigate the challenging stretches of the Canal, particularly those heading northbound. Although the site's accessibility is not publicly known, the lights themselves are visible from the nearby highway, offering a glimpse into the operational infrastructure of one of the world's most significant shipping routes. The surrounding landscape is characterized by the lush, tropical environment typical of the Canal Zone, where the broad expanse of the river meets the engineered marvel of the canal, creating a dynamic backdrop for this essential maritime marker. Its presence ensures safe passage through a complex and heavily trafficked area.
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Panama Canal(4.7 km)
- Admiralty No.
- J6094.471
Location
- City
- Ancón
- Country
- 🇵🇦Panama
- Region
- Panamá Province
- Sea Region
- Located near the Gamboa Southbound Front Lights, on the north side of the Panama Canal on the east side of the Río Chagres.
- Latitude
- 9.1124°
- Longitude
- -79.6937°
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