Brigus Light
Brigus Light has a focal height of 34 metres and a range of 8 nautical miles. It was built in 1885.
- Focal height
- 34 metres
- Range
- 8 nautical miles
- Built
- 1885
Brigus is a small fishing community located in Conception Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. The community is home to a lighthouse known as Brigus Light. Although the exact year the lighthouse was built is not specified, the community of Brigus itself was settled in 1612 and incorporated as a town in 1964.
The lighthouse is a cylindrical tower with a balcony and lantern, and it is painted with red and white vertical stripes. It has a concrete base and a cast iron tower, and it is managed by the Canadian Coast Guard. The lighthouse is an important part of the community's history and identity.
The community of Brigus has a rich history, having been home to Captain Robert Bartlett, a renowned explorer. The town is also the location of Hawthorne Cottage, the residence of Captain Bartlett. Today, the community continues to thrive, with a population of around 700 people, according to the 2021 census. The town has a strong sense of community, with a mayor and council that work to preserve its history and charm.
Light and tower
The light has a focal height of 34 metres. The light has a range of 8 nautical miles. The NGA list of lights numbers it 1788. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it H0478.
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- Range Nm
- 8
- Nga Number
- 1788
- Year Built
- 1885
- Focal Height M
- 34
- Admiralty Number
- H0478