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Cape St. Elias Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇺🇸Alaska, USOperational

The Cape St. Elias Light stands on Kayak Island in Alaska. Construction of the lighthouse was completed in 1816, and it was first illuminated that same year. The tower is white and measures 26 meters in height, with the focal plane also at 26 meters. Its white light produces a single flash with a geographic range of 14 nautical miles. The structure has been recognized for its historical significance and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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The Cape St. Elias Light is a lighthouse on Kayak Island in Alaska.
Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14NM
Year Built
1816
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place
Admiralty No.
LLNR 1100
Wikidata
Q1840489
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Tower Height
26m
Tower Color
white
City
Alaska
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
59.7985°
Longitude
-144.5988°
Flag
Type
Name
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How do mariners identify Cape St. Elias Lighthouse at night?+
Cape St. Elias displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Is Cape St. Elias Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape St. Elias 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.
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