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
- [Wikipedia article](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q11324513)
- [Government of Canada Aids to Navigation](https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/services/marine-navigation-aids.html)
Details
Name | PulteneyPointLighthouse |
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Country | Canada |
Coordinates | 50.6304238, -127.1550021 |
Year of construction | 1902 |
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Historic significance | importantpartofCanadianmaritimeheritage |
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Architectural style | reinforcedconcretewithred-and-whitestripedpattern |
Construction material | reinforcedconcrete |
Focal height | 197feet(60meters)abovesealevel |
Tower height | 15meters(49feet) |
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Light characteristic | fixedwhitelight,emitsbeaconevery15seconds |
Light range | approximately19kilometers(12miles) |