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Burnt Coat Harbor Lighthouse

Occ W 4s🇺🇸Eastern Maine, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Burnt Coat Harbor Lighthouse

Also known as: Hockamock Head Lighthouse

The Burnt Coat Harbor Lighthouse was constructed and first lit in 1872. The tower rises 10 meters, with its focal plane situated 23 meters above the water. It emits a consistent white light to guide mariners. The lighthouse is operational and continues its navigational duties.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is a National Register of Historic Places listed place.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 4s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Focal Height
23m

Construction & History

Year Built
1872
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
10m

Location

City
Eastern Maine
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
44.1341°
Longitude
-68.4471°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Burnt Coat Harbor Lighthouse at night?+
Burnt Coat Harbor displays the characteristic Occ W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Burnt Coat Harbor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Burnt Coat Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Matanuska at 0.3 NM to the NE. Other ports served include BERNARD (7.5 NM NNE), Little Deer Isle (13.5 NM NW), Brooksville (17.8 NM NW), NORTH HAVEN (18.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Burnt Coat Harbor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Burnt Coat Harbor 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 Burnt Coat Harbor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Burnt Coat Harbor 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.