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Abbot Point East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇦🇺AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Abbot Point East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse

This navigational aid, established in 1984, sits atop a bluff overlooking Abbot Point, approximately 77 km from Hamilton Island. The white-painted water tower supports the light, which emits a single white flash every 4 seconds. Its focal height reaches 55 meters, providing a geographic range of 19.4 nautical miles. The structure serves as the rear light for the east approach to a significant coal shipping port located about 25 km north of Bowen. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for guiding large coal carriers safely into Abbot Point, one of Australia's major coal shipping ports. It marks the precise eastern approach, preventing groundings and ensuring efficient maritime traffic for a critical export industry.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
55m
Geographic Range
19.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1984

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white

Structure: The light is mounted on a white-painted water tower.

Location

Country
🇦🇺AU
Sea Region
bluff above Abbot Point, about 25 km north of Bowen, marking the east approach to a coal shipping port
Latitude
-20.1045°
Longitude
150.2928°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hamilton island(77.0 km)
Admiralty No.
K3082.9
NGA No.
10125.4
ARLHS No.
AUS-242
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Abbot Point East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Abbot Point East Approach Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Abbot Point East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Abbot Point East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Abbot Point East Approach Range Rear Lighthouse?+
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