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Storskäret

Haruddsvägen

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Storskäret Lighthouse

The Storskäret lighthouse is situated on Haruddsvägen in Östhammars kommun, Sweden.

The location provides easy access to the surrounding area, making it a convenient stop for those interested in maritime history.

History

The Storskäret lighthouse was built in 1975.

Its construction marked an important milestone in the development of Sweden's coastal navigation system.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The tower height of the Storskäret lighthouse is approximately 6 meters (20 feet).

The focal height, which indicates the maximum range of the light, is also around 6 meters.

The lighthouse features a distinctive design with four distinct light patterns, each characterized by a specific color and period.

Light Characteristics

The Storskäret lighthouse emits a distinctive Fl (flash) pattern, visible from varying distances depending on the specific light.

The range of the light varies across different groups, with some lights visible up to 6 nautical miles away.

Current Status

The Storskäret lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although its operation may be subject to change.

It has not been automated and remains a manually operated facility.

Heritage Status

While the exact heritage status of the Storskäret lighthouse is unclear, it is likely that the structure holds some historical significance due to its construction in 1975.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for the Storskäret lighthouse.

Details

NameStorskäret
CityÖsthammars kommun
CountrySweden
Coordinates60.379097, 18.284296
Current useactive aid to navigation