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Breaksea Island Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 6s🇦🇺Western Australia, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Breaksea Island Lighthouse

The Breaksea Island Lighthouse, established in 1858, stands 16 meters tall with a focal height of 119 meters. Its light emits two white flashes every 6 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 14 nautical miles. The original structure, built by English convicts, featured a cast iron tower atop an octagonal stone keeper's cottage. By 1889, two keeper's cottages were present. A replacement cylindrical granite tower was constructed in 1901 and remains active. A significant refurbishment was completed in early 2020.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is a State Registered Place.

Background
Breaksea Island Lighthouse is an active lighthouse located at Breaksea Island in King George Sound 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) from Albany. The first lighthouse was built in 1858 by English convicts using pre-made cast iron sheeting rising it at the centre of an octagonal stone keeper's cottage; in 1889 two keeper's cottages were built. This lighthouse was replaced in 1901 by a cylindrical granite tower built on the rear still active and in good condition. A major refurbishment taking 21 weeks was undertaken in early 2020, under a contract from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 6s
Focal Height
119m
Geographic Range
14NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1858
Heritage Status
State Registered Place

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q1800
NGA No.
8832
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q23073485 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m

Location

City
Western Australia
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-35.0643°
Longitude
118.0574°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Breaksea Island Lighthouse at night?+
Breaksea Island displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Breaksea Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Breaksea Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Albany at 8.1 NM to the WNW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Breaksea Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Breaksea Island 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 Breaksea Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Breaksea Island 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.