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Barcelona Lighthouse

🇺🇸Upstate New York, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Barcelona Lighthouse

Constructed in 1829, the Barcelona Lighthouse stands 12 meters tall with its focal plane at the same elevation. This structure, originally known as Portland Harbor Light, overlooks Barcelona Harbor on Lake Erie. It ceased operations at some point after its initial lighting in 1829. The lighthouse is located within the Town of Westfield, New York. Its position also placed it in the path of totality for the 2024 solar eclipse, experiencing 3 minutes and 43 seconds of darkness.

Why it matters: The Barcelona Lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its location also made it a point of interest during the 2024 solar eclipse.

Background
Barcelona Light, also known as Portland Harbor Light, is a lighthouse overlooking Barcelona Harbor on Lake Erie in the Town of Westfield, New York. The lighthouse is in the path of totality for the 2024 solar eclipse, with 3 minute and 43 seconds of totality.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
12m

Construction & History

Year Built
1829
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m

Location

City
Upstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
42.3411°
Longitude
-79.5948°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Barcelona Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Barcelona Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is WESTFIELD at 0.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Mayville (6.9 NM SE), NORTH EAST (10.1 NM WSW), Chautauqua (10.2 NM SE), Stow (14.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Barcelona Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Barcelona Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Barcelona Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Barcelona Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.