Sangster Island Lighthouse
CRF4+9V Lasqueti Island, BC, Canada
Name and Location
The Sangster Island Lighthouse (G 5508.5) is situated on the southeastern coast of Sangster Island, British Columbia, Canada, at approximately 49.4233974° N latitude and -124.1928595° W longitude.
Construction and History
Unfortunately, there is no available information on the construction year or era of the Sangster Island Lighthouse. The lighthouse's official name is Sangster Island Lighthouse (G 5508.5), with no local nickname recorded in available sources.
Architecture and Materials
No information is available on the lighthouse's architectural style or construction materials.
Light and Navigation
The original light characteristic was Fl(3)W.15s, but this information may be outdated or incorrect. The height of the lighthouse is 16 meters (52.5 feet), with a focal height of 16 meters (52.5 feet). The Sangster Island Lighthouse is currently decommissioned, no longer serving as a navigational aid.
Accessibility and Visiting
The Sangster Island Lighthouse is not publicly accessible. Automation status: unknown.
Notable Views and Landscape
- The surrounding landscape is characterized by the rugged coastline, with Sangster Island's lush vegetation and scenic coves making it a picturesque destination.
- Sangster Island is located in the qathet Regional District, British Columbia, Canada. The area is known for its natural beauty, rich marine ecosystems, and diverse wildlife.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No significant historical events or stories are recorded about this lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse's coordinates are available in the provided GeoJSON dataset, with no heritage status recorded at this time. The managing authority is Natural Resources Canada, with source information from US NGA Pub. 111 (2010-09-02).
Further Information
For further reading, consult the provided GeoJSON dataset and the Natural Resources Canada website.
Details
Name | Sangster Island Lighthouse |
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City | |
Country | Canada |
Coordinates | 49.4233974, -124.1928595 |
Historic significance | |
Focal height | 16 |
Tower height | 16 |
Accessible | false |
Landscape type | rocky coast |
View description | rugged coastline, with Sangster Island's lush vegetation and scenic coves making it a picturesque destination. |
Nearby attractions | surrounding islands and coastal areas, offering opportunities for kayaking, hiking, and wildlife watching. |
Light characteristic | Fl(3)W.15s |