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Contrecoeur Traverse Range Rear Lighthouse

F G 4s🇨🇦Southern Québec, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Contrecoeur Traverse Range Rear Lighthouse

This latticed pyramidal tower was built in 1904 and first lit the same year. Standing 73 meters tall, its focal plane is 28 meters above the water. The structure is painted black and orange, featuring an orange slatted daymark with a black vertical stripe. It emits a continuous green light with a 4-second period. The tower is located within the Contrecoeur Marine Terminal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F G 4s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc.G. period 4s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1904

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H2470.1
NGA No.
5304

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
73m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
black and orange

Structure: Latticed tower, orange daymark, black stripe; 73

Location

City
Southern Québec
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
45.8287°
Longitude
-73.2835°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Contrecoeur Traverse Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Contrecoeur Traverse Range Rear displays the characteristic F G 4s — 1 green 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. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Contrecoeur Traverse Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Contrecoeur Traverse Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Verchères at 4.6 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Contrecoeur (4.8 NM NE), Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu (9.7 NM SSE), Sainte-Victoire-de-Sorel (11.4 NM NNE), Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan (12.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Contrecoeur Traverse Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Contrecoeur Traverse 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 Contrecoeur Traverse Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Contrecoeur Traverse 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.