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Castle Island Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 20s🇧🇸Bahamas, BSInactive

Location & Light Range

About Castle Island Lighthouse

Constructed in 1868, this white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 34 meters tall, with its focal plane at 40 meters. The lighthouse was first illuminated in the same year it was built. It emits two white flashes every 20 seconds, offering a geographic range of 22 nautical miles. The structure has been temporarily extinguished as of 2015. This light is listed under NGA number 12324 and Admiralty number J4782.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 20s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
22NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1868

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4782
NGA No.
12324
Wikidata
Q59156996 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
34m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower; 112. Temporarily extinguished (2015). BAHAMA ISLANDS 110

Location

City
Bahamas
Country
🇧🇸BS
Latitude
22.1264°
Longitude
-74.3284°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Castle Island Lighthouse at night?+
Castle Island displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 20s — 2 white flashes every 20 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 Castle Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Castle Island 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 Castle Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Castle 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.