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Bécancour Range Rear Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇦Bécancour, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bécancour Range Rear Lighthouse

This modern cylindrical skeletal tower stands 17 meters tall on a concrete pier just off the south bank of the St. Lawrence River. First lit in 2009, it replaced an earlier square pyramidal skeletal tower. The structure's focal plane reaches 23 meters, casting a green light with a simple flash characteristic. Its geographic range extends to 13.8 nautical miles. The light is part of a range system, designed to be visible only when aligned with its corresponding front light, guiding vessels along a specific course.

Why it matters: As part of a navigational range, this light is indispensable for precise alignment, helping vessels maintain a safe course on the river.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

Significant events: modern light replaced a square pyramidal skeletal tower with lantern and enclosed watch room

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Trois-Rivieres(3.2 km)
Admiralty No.
H2384.1
NGA No.
4592
ARLHS No.
CAN-1175

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower

Location

City
Bécancour
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
on a concrete pier just off the south bank of the river
Latitude
46.3623°
Longitude
-72.4676°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bécancour Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Bécancour Range Rear displays the characteristic F Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bécancour Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bécancour Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bécancour at 2.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Trois-Rivieres (Three Rivers) (3.5 NM WSW), Yamachiche (15.9 NM WSW), Notre-Dame-du-Bon-Conseil (22.3 NM SSE), Saint-Tite (22.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bécancour Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bécancour 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 Bécancour Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bécancour Range Rear 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.