Name and Location

The Reedy Island Range Rear Light Station is located in Townsend, Delaware, USA. It is an iconic landmark and important aid to navigation on the Delaware River.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed between 1888 and 1890. The tower stands at an impressive 72 feet (22 meters) tall, with a focal height of 60 feet (18 meters). The light characteristic is Fl(3)W.15s, indicating that it displays three white flashes every 15 seconds.

Architecture and Materials

The Reedy Island Range Rear Light Station features a distinctive red-and-white striped tower, typical of many lighthouses in the region. The structure is constructed from brick and has a pyramidal shape with a flat top.

Light and Navigation

The light station was initially manually operated until it was automated in the early 1980s. Today, the lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, serving as a vital beacon for mariners navigating the Delaware River and Chesapeake Bay.

Accessibility and Visiting

While visitors are not permitted to enter the lighthouse tower, the surrounding area offers scenic views of the river and surrounding landscape. The nearest town is Townsend, which provides access to local amenities such as restaurants, shops, and accommodations.

Notable Views and Landscape

The area surrounding the lighthouse offers scenic views of the river and surrounding landscape.

Technical and Operational Details

• * Official name: Reedy Island Range Rear Light Station
• * Location: Townsend, Delaware, USA
• * Latitude: 39.4065511
• * Longitude: -75.5901667
• * Height: 72 feet (22 meters)
• * Focal height: 60 feet (18 meters)
• * Light characteristic: Fl(3)W.15s

Further Information

• * Listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) with reference number 89000288.
• * Wikidata: Q7306777
• * Wikipedia: en:Reedy Island Range Rear Light