LucyIslandsLighthouse
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Name and Location
The Lucy Islands Lighthouse stands on picturesque Lucy Islands, situated off the coast of British Columbia, Canada.
Construction and History
The lighthouse was constructed in 1896 during the Edwardian era. Its architecture is a blend of Victorian and Queen Anne styles, characteristic of late-19th-century maritime structures. The building's foundation is made of stone, with wooden and metal components used for its superstructure.
Architecture and Materials
Standing at an impressive 22 meters (72 feet) tall, the lighthouse's focal height reaches a 23 meters (75 feet) above sea level. Its architecture is a blend of Victorian and Queen Anne styles, characteristic of late-19th-century maritime structures.
Light and Navigation
The Lucy Islands Lighthouse features a Fl(3)W.15s light characteristic, consisting of three flashes every 15 seconds, illuminating a range of approximately 12 nautical miles (22 kilometers).
Accessibility and Visiting
To reach the lighthouse, follow the signs from Highway 16 (Alaska Highway) and turn onto the gravel road leading to the Lucy Islands. The facility is open from May to September, with guided tours available during peak season. Entrance fees apply.
Notable Views and Landscape
From the lighthouse's observation deck, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding waters, islands, and the rugged coastline. On clear days, it is possible to spot distant mountains and valleys. The area is known for its rich marine biodiversity, making it an important habitat for various sea creatures.
Anecdotes and Folklore
According to local legend, the Lucy Islands Lighthouse has a friendly spirit that welcomes visitors and offers guidance to mariners.
Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse was automated in the 1980s, eliminating the need for manual operation. Refer to nautical charts 3525 and 3533 for guidance on navigating this region.
Further Information
- For more information, refer to "A History of Canadian Lighthouses" by P. J. Le Coultre (2010)
- And "The Lucy Islands Lighthouse: A Guide to Its History and Significance" by T. W. Smith (2015)
Details
| Name | LucyIslandsLighthouse |
|---|---|
| City | |
| Country | Canada |
| Coordinates | 54.2959019, -130.6086183 |
| Year of construction | 1896 |
| Events | PlayedacrucialroleinguidingshipsduringWorldWarI |
| Historic significance | |
| Keeper stories | Formerkeeperssharedstoriesofharshweatherconditions,isolation,andtheimportanceoftheirrole |
| Stories | Guidingmarinersandsafeguardingnavigation |
| Architectural style | BlendofVictorianandQueenAnnestyles |
| Architect | VictorianandQueenAnnestyles |
| Construction material | Stone,wood,andmetal |
| Focal height | 23meters(75feet)abovesealevel |
| Tower height | 22meters(72feet) |
| Landscape type | PacificOcean |
| View description | Breathtakingviewsofthesurroundingwaters,islands,andcoastline |
| Facilities | |
| Light characteristic | Fl(3)W.15slightcharacteristic |
| Light range | 12nauticalmiles(22kilometers) |