Sisters Islets Lighthouse

The Sisters Islets Lighthouse is situated on Lasqueti Island, located in the qathet Regional District of British Columbia, Canada.

Location and Accessibility

• The lighthouse can be accessed via a gravel road that leads to the island's main settlement, Area E.

History

Construction of the Sisters Islets Lighthouse began in 1957 and was completed in 1959. The lighthouse serves as an aid to navigation for mariners entering the waters surrounding Lasqueti Island.

Architecture

• The tower height of the Sisters Islets Lighthouse is 24 meters (79 feet), while its focal height is 21 meters (69 feet).
• The lighthouse features a distinctive white light that emits a pattern of Fl (first order) with a range of 16 nautical miles.
• The light's sequence is reported to be 0.4+(3)+0.4+(11.2).

Construction Materials

The lighthouse's construction utilized standard materials for the time, including a cast-iron framework and a white-painted finish.

Current Status

The Sisters Islets Lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated since its installation.

Heritage Status

The lighthouse is listed as a heritage site by Natural Resources Canada.

Notable Historical Events

There are no notable historical events recorded for the Sisters Islets Lighthouse.