Inward Rocks Range Rear Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Inward Rocks Range Rear Lighthouse
Constructed in 1985, the Inward Rocks Range Rear light is a component of Great Britain's coastal navigation system. Functioning as a rear range light, it partners with a front light to offer mariners precise alignment for safe transit. This structure, standing 23 meters in height, possesses a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles. Its current operational status confirms its continuing function in maritime safety. The light is located near the Forest of Dean and the port of Chepstow, directing vessels clear of the Inward Rocks.
Why it matters: This range rear light provides main guidance for vessels transiting a specific channel or navigating past the Inward Rocks, helping to avoid groundings and ensure safe passage. Its role within a range system offers exact alignment, important for large vessels moving through confined or hazardous areas.
Light & Optic
- Focal Height
- 23m
- Geographic Range
- 13.8NM
Construction & History
- Year Built
- 1985
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Chepstow(1.7 km)
- Admiralty No.
- A5548.1.
Tower & Structure
Structure: Inward Rocks Range Rear, established in 1985, serves as a crucial navigational aid within Great Britain's coastal waters. As a range rear light, it works in tandem with a front light, providing mariners with a precise alignment to safely navigate a particular channel or avoid hazards. Its relatively modern construction reflects ongoing efforts to enhance maritime safety with up-to-date technology. The light's active status underscores its continued importance in guiding vessels, ensuring smooth passage through potentially tricky waters. While not a grand, historic structure, its functional role is indispensable for local shipping and any vessels transiting the area where the Inward Rocks pose a threat. It stands as a testament to continuous investment in safe passage along the British coastline.
Location
- City
- Forest of Dean
- Country
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Sea Region
- Coastal waters of Great Britain, guiding vessels past the Inward Rocks.
- Latitude
- 51.6537°
- Longitude
- -2.6274°
Nearby Vessels
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