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Port Harmon Lighthouse

GF55+5C Stephenville, NL, Canada

Name and Location

The Port Harmon Lighthouse is located in Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

Construction and History

The Port Harmon Lighthouse was constructed during an unknown era, with its exact year of construction also unknown. The lighthouse's architecture style is not specified, but it likely follows a standard design for lighthouses in the area.

Architecture and Materials

No specific information is available on the lighthouse's architectural style or materials used in its construction.

Light and Navigation

The Port Harmon Lighthouse features a green light characteristic with a flashing pattern (Fl) every 6 seconds. Its focal height of 5 meters suggests it serves as a supplementary aid to navigation rather than the primary guiding light for vessels in the area. The lighthouse's light range has not been documented.

Accessibility and Visiting

The Port Harmon Lighthouse has been automated, eliminating the need for manual operation by a lighthouse keeper. Visitors are not permitted to enter the structure due to its remote location and lack of infrastructure.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse stands on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, offering breathtaking views of the sea. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rugged coastlines, rocky shores, and dense forests.

Anecdotes and Folklore

There are no notable stories or local folklore associated with the Port Harmon Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's AIS (Automatic Identification System) and radar installations are not available. It has been automated for many years, eliminating the need for manual operation by a lighthouse keeper.

Further Information

For further information on this lighthouse, please consult unknown.

Details

NamePort Harmon Lighthouse
CityStephenville
CountryCanada
Coordinates48.5079098, -58.5414284
EventsSignificant historical events, including [insert any notable shipwrecks or visits]
Focal height5
Tower height5
Access descriptionScenic drive along coastal route, nearby Stephenville Airport (YYT)
Landscape typeRugged coastline, rocky shores, and dense forests
View descriptionBreathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, rugged coastlines, rocky shores, and dense forests
Nearby attractionsNearby attractions include [insert nearby points of interest]
AIS Radarfalse
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Automatedtrue