Name and Location

The Manuel Island Lighthouse is located in Trinity Bay North, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

Construction and History

The exact year of construction for the Manuel Island Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the early 20th century. The lighthouse was likely constructed by the Canadian Government or the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Natural Resources. During this time, Trinity Bay was a bustling hub of commercial fishing and trade.

Architecture and Materials

The Manuel Island Lighthouse stands at an impressive height of approximately 7 meters (23 feet), with a focal height of 10 meters (33 feet) above sea level. Its architectural style is characteristic of traditional lighthouses, featuring a simple, rectangular tower with a lantern room and a gallery around the top.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse is equipped with a Fl(3)W.15s light, which emits a red light every 10 seconds (period: 2.5 minutes; sequence: 0.5 + 2.5). This unique pattern helps mariners distinguish the Manuel Island Lighthouse from other aids to navigation in the region.

Accessibility and Visiting

The Manuel Island Lighthouse is not open to the general public for visitation. Due to its remote location and historical significance, it is primarily intended as a working aid to navigation for mariners.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views or landscape related to the Manuel Island Lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No stories or anecdotes are currently known about the Manuel Island Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

Although the exact date of automation is unknown, it is likely that the lighthouse was automated at some point in its history. Today, the Manuel Island Lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, guiding vessels through Trinity Bay and the surrounding waters.

Further Information

For further information on the Manuel Island Lighthouse, please refer to "Lighthouses of Canada" by the Canadian Coast Guard or "Aids to Navigation in Newfoundland and Labrador" by the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Natural Resources.