Colombier Islands Light
Colombier Islands Light has a focal height of 18 metres and a range of 15 nautical miles. It was built in 1929.
- Focal height
- 18 metres
- Range
- 15 nautical miles
- Built
- 1929
- First lit
- 1971
- Coordinates
- 47.59733, -58.88551
The Colombier Islands Light, also known as the Burnt Islands Lighthouse, is located on the southwest coast of Newfoundland in Canada. It was built in 1929 as a fog alarm and was later replaced by a new tower in 1971. The lighthouse has a quadrangular skeletal tower with a balcony and lantern, and is constructed on a concrete base with an aluminum skeletal structure.
The lighthouse is situated near the community of Burnt Islands, which was established in the mid-19th century as a fishing village. The area is known for its rich fishing grounds and sheltered harbour, making it an ideal location for fishermen. Today, the community is home to a fish processing plant and a small population of around 540 residents.
The Colombier Islands Light is still operational and guides mariners through the surrounding waters. Its fog signal is heard every 30 seconds, providing a vital warning to ships and boats in the area. The lighthouse is an important part of the region's maritime history and continues to play a crucial role in ensuring safe navigation in the area.
Light and tower
It has a quadrangular skeletal tower with balcony and lantern tower. The tower is built of aluminium skeletal. The light has a focal height of 18 metres. The light has a range of 15 nautical miles. It was first lit in 1971. The NGA list of lights numbers it 2436. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it H0238.
Details
- Range Nm
- 15
- Fog Signal
- 1 blast every 30s.
- Foundation
- concrete base
- Nga Number
- 2436
- Year Built
- 1929
- Tower Shape
- quadrangular skeletal tower with balcony and lantern
- Focal Height M
- 18
- Year First Lit
- 1971
- Admiralty Number
- H0238
- Construction Material
- aluminium skeletal tower