Spectacle Island Lighthouse
1 Spectacle Islands Wa, South West Port Mouton, NS, Canada
Name and Location
The Spectacle Island Lighthouse is located at 1 Spectacle Islands Wa, South West Port Mouton, NS, Canada. It stands on an island in the Atlantic Ocean, surrounded by water.Construction and History
The exact date of construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century. The lighthouse's history is not well-documented, and its architectural style has not been recorded.Architecture and Materials
No information available on the architecture and materials used in the construction of the Spectacle Island Lighthouse.Light and Navigation
The lighthouse emits a white light with a range of 7 nautical miles and a period of 12 seconds. Its sector start and end are 69.5° and 291.5°, respectively. The sequence is 2+(10), indicating that the light is visible for 10 minutes every two hours.Accessibility and Visiting
The lighthouse is no longer an active aid to navigation, having been automated at some point in its history. Visitors can enter the structure; however, the site's accessibility and opening hours are not publicly disclosed.Notable Views and Landscape
From its vantage point, visitors can enjoy stunning views of the ocean and surrounding coastline.Anecdotes and Folklore
No notable anecdotes or folklore available about the Spectacle Island Lighthouse.Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse stands at a height of 17 meters with a focal plane of unknown meters. It was automated at some point in its history, indicating that it is no longer an active aid to navigation.Further Information
For more information on the Spectacle Island Lighthouse, please consult unknown.Details
Name | Spectacle Island Lighthouse |
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City | |
Country | Canada |
Coordinates | 43.9176718, -64.8031641 |
Events | {"description":"No significant historical events have been documented at this location"} |
Tower height | 17 |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | coastal |
View description | stunning views of the ocean and surrounding coastline |
Light characteristic | Fl(2)W.12s |
Light range | 7 |
Automated | true |