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Long Beach Light

PRF7+77, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA

Name and Location

The Long Beach Light, also known as the USCG Long Beach Lighthouse, is located at PRF7+77, Long Beach, California 90802, USA.

2. Construction and History

The exact date of construction for the Long Beach Light is unknown, but it was first lit in 1924. The lighthouse stands at a height of 13 meters (43 feet) and has a focal plane height of 15.2 meters (50 feet). Its light range extends up to 20 kilometers (12.4 miles).

3. Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse features a tower-style architecture, built using unknown materials.

4. Light and Navigation

The Long Beach Light emits a Fl (fixed white) light every 5 seconds, with a range of 20 kilometers. The light's sequence is 00.5+(04.5).

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors are not permitted to enter the lighthouse, as it is an active aid to navigation. However, surrounding areas may offer scenic views of the coastline.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse is situated in the vicinity of Long Beach, California, a coastal city with a diverse range of marine life. The nearby waters are home to various species of fish, crustaceans, and other marine organisms.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The Long Beach Light operates automatically, eliminating the need for manual maintenance or operation by keepers. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) manages the lighthouse as an active aid to navigation.

9. Further Information

  • * Wikipedia: en:Long Beach Light
  • * USCG 125; USCG 3012

Details

NameLong Beach Light
CityLong Beach
CountryUsa
Coordinates33.7232263, -118.1868787
Events[object Object]
Historic significanceactive aid to navigation
Architectural styletower-style
Construction materialunknown materials
Focal height15.2
Tower height13
Accessiblefalse
View descriptionscenic views of the coastline
Nearby attractionsLong Beach
Light characteristicFl (fixed white) every 5 seconds
Light range12.4
Automatedtrue