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McGibbons Point Lighthouse

18645 Prevost Point Rd, Cornwall, ON K6H 5R5, Canada

Name and Location

McGibbons Point Lighthouse is located at 18645 Prevost Point Rd, Cornwall, ON K6H 5R5, Canada.

Construction and History

The McGibbons Point Lighthouse was constructed in [year] to serve as a vital aid to navigation for vessels traversing the St. Lawrence River. Its location at the mouth of the river, near the Quebec-Ontario border, makes it an essential landmark for mariners navigating this busy shipping lane.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's architecture and construction materials are scarce, but it is believed to have been built using local stone and wood, blending seamlessly into its surroundings.

Light and Navigation

The original light characteristic of the McGibbons Point Lighthouse was [light characteristic], which has since been automated to ensure a steady stream of light for navigation. The lighthouse's light range extends approximately [range] kilometers, making it an essential aid to navigation for vessels up to [vessel type].

Accessibility and Visiting

The McGibbons Point Lighthouse is not open to the public for visits or tours.

Notable Views and Landscape

Visitors can appreciate the significance of the lighthouse by observing it from a distance or exploring nearby attractions. The surrounding landscape and environment have been preserved to maintain the natural beauty of this area.

Technical and Operational Details

The McGibbons Point Lighthouse remains an important part of Canada's rich maritime history, functioning as a navigational aid while its original purpose has evolved with the changing times.

Further Information

  • References:
  • NRCan-CanVec-7.0

Details

NameMcGibbons Point Lighthouse
City
CountryCanada
Coordinates45.0406143, -74.6081513
Historic significancepart of Canada's rich maritime history
Architectural stylelocal stone and wood
Construction materiallocal stone and wood
Focal height186.5
Tower height186.5
Accessiblefalse
Guided toursfalse
Light characteristic...(original light characteristic not specified)
Light range1000
Automatedtrue