Houma Navigation Canal A Range Rear Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Houma Navigation Canal A Range Rear Lighthouse
Also known as: Inbound
The Houma Navigation Canal A (Inbound) Range Rear light is an active navigational marker in Louisiana, United States. This range light functions with a front light to establish exact alignment for inbound vessels. It directs ships through the Houma Navigation Canal, assisting them in maintaining their position within the dredged channel. The canal functions as a main waterway for commercial shipping, connecting inland industries to the Gulf of Mexico. Its practical function is indispensable for the safe and efficient passage of barges, tugs, and other commercial craft that use this route regularly.
Why it matters: This range light is important for the safe passage of commercial vessels through the Houma Navigation Canal, offering exact alignment for inbound traffic and ensuring efficient movement along this main shipping artery.
Tower & Structure
Structure: The Houma Navigation Canal A (Inbound) Range Rear light guides vessels through the vital Houma Navigation Canal in the United States. This active aid to navigation is crucial for maritime traffic traversing the intricate waterways of Louisiana's bayou country. As a range light, it works in conjunction with a front light to provide a precise alignment for ships heading inbound, ensuring they stay within the safe confines of the dredged channel. The canal itself is a significant artery for commercial shipping, connecting inland industries to the Gulf of Mexico. While not a traditional picturesque lighthouse, its functional presence is indispensable for the safe and efficient movement of barges, tugs, and other commercial vessels that rely on this route daily. Its story is one of continuous service, quietly ensuring the flow of commerce through a challenging and dynamic environment, a testament to the ongoing need for reliable navigational aids in busy shipping lanes.
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Golden meadow(21.5 km)
- Admiralty No.
- J3957
- USCG No.
- 4-17775
- ARLHS No.
- USA-759
Location
- Country
- 🇺🇸United States
- Region
- Louisiana
- Sea Region
- Houma Navigation Canal, guiding vessels along its course.
- Latitude
- 29.2085°
- Longitude
- -90.6193°
Nearby Vessels
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