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PulteneyPointLighthouse

Helipad, île Malcolm, Mount Waddington A, BC V0N 0C6, Canada

Name and Location

Pulteney Point Lighthouse is located on the remote île Malcolm in British Columbia, Canada.

2. Construction and History

Pulteney Point Lighthouse was built in 1902 to guide vessels navigating the perilous coastline of British Columbia's Mount Waddington region. The lighthouse was constructed on a rocky outcrop at an elevation of approximately 60 meters (197 feet) above sea level.

3. Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse tower stands at 15 meters (49 feet) tall, made of reinforced concrete and features a distinctive red-and-white striped pattern.

4. Light and Navigation

The Pulteney Point Lighthouse is equipped with a fixed white light that emits a beacon every 15 seconds. The light has a range of approximately 19 kilometers (12 miles), illuminating the surrounding waters and alerting mariners to potential hazards.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Due to its remote location and limited infrastructure, visiting Pulteney Point Lighthouse is not feasible for casual tourists. However, the surrounding islands and coastal areas offer opportunities for exploration and adventure-seekers.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

No information available.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

No information available.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse has been automated, ensuring continuous operation and minimizing maintenance requirements. It is managed by the Government of Canada, specifically the Transport Canada agency responsible for aids-to-navigation and maritime safety.

9. Further Information

Details

NamePulteneyPointLighthouse
City
CountryCanada
Coordinates50.6304238, -127.1550021
Year of construction1902
Events
Historic significanceimportantpartofCanadianmaritimeheritage
Keeper stories
Stories
Architectural stylereinforcedconcretewithred-and-whitestripedpattern
Construction materialreinforcedconcrete
Focal height197feet(60meters)abovesealevel
Tower height15meters(49feet)
Landscape type
View description
Facilities
Light characteristicfixedwhitelight,emitsbeaconevery15seconds
Light rangeapproximately19kilometers(12miles)