Bay Bulls Light
Bay Bulls Light has a focal height of 62.5 metres and a range of 7 nautical miles. It was built in 1908.
- Focal height
- 62.5 metres
- Range
- 7 nautical miles
- Built
- 1908
- Coordinates
- 47.3158, -52.8103
Bay Bulls is a small fishing town located in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. The town has a rich history, first appearing on a 1592 map drawn by Thomas Hood. It has been a strategic location due to its proximity to the capital, St. John's, and has been home to many fishermen.
The Bay Bulls Light, a lighthouse in the town, features a cylindrical tower with a balcony and lantern, constructed from cast iron on a concrete base. The lighthouse has a white tower and lantern, and is managed by the Canadian Coast Guard. It is equipped with a fourth-ordered Fresnel lens.
The history of Bay Bulls is marked by several significant events, including fortification of the harbour in 1638 and raids by Dutch sailors in 1665. The town was also attacked during King William's War, and in 1702, Commodore John Leake of the Royal Navy entered Bay Bulls with several men-of-war. Despite its complex history, Bay Bulls remains a small and picturesque town, with a population of 1,566 as of 2021.
Light and tower
The light has a focal height of 62.5 metres. The light has a range of 7 nautical miles. The NGA list of lights numbers it 1872. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it H0452.
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Details
- Range Nm
- 7
- Nga Number
- 1872
- Year Built
- 1908
- Focal Height M
- 62.5
- Admiralty Number
- H0452