Weather Buoy
USACE-CHL Field Research Facility, Duck, NC
North Carolina
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- frfn7
- Operated by
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Station type
- Waverider Buoy
- Coordinates
- 36.19000, -75.73900
Before you go
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USACE-CHL Field Research Facility, Duck, NC is an NDBC observing station (ID frfn7) off the North Carolina coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About USACE-CHL Field Research Facility, Duck, NC
USACE-CHL Field Research Facility, Duck, NC is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in North Carolina waters, identified by NDBC station ID frfn7. It is operated by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. It is classified as station type Waverider Buoy.
NDBC buoys report real-time marine conditions — wind, waves, atmospheric pressure, air and water temperature, and other observations — that boaters and anglers use to assess conditions before and during a trip.
A buoy is an observation platform, not a launch ramp, marina, or fishing spot. For current readings, look up station frfn7 on the NDBC website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the USACE-CHL Field Research Facility, Duck, NC buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station frfn7) in North Carolina waters.
What does this buoy measure?
NDBC buoys report real-time marine conditions such as wind, waves, pressure, and air and water temperature.
Who operates this buoy?
It is maintained by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Can I fish at or launch from this buoy?
No. A buoy is an observation platform, not a launch ramp or fishing facility.
Where can I see current conditions?
Look up NDBC station frfn7 on the NDBC website.