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Dawson Point Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇨🇦Northwestern Newfoundland, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dawson Point Lighthouse

Dawson Point is a 4-meter-tall quadrilateral fiberglass tower built in 1916 in Northwestern Newfoundland. It displays a white and red daymark. The light has a focal height of 17 meters and a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. The characteristic is a white flash every 5 seconds.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1916

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0276
NGA No.
2352
Wikidata
Q106875479 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower, red and white rectangular daymark

Location

City
Northwestern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
47.6431°
Longitude
-56.1518°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dawson Point Lighthouse at night?+
Dawson Point displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Dawson Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dawson Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Harbour Breton at 16.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Long Pond (23.4 NM NNE), MIQUELON (33.3 NM SSW), Grand Bank (35.9 NM SSE), Fortune (37 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dawson Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dawson Point 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 Dawson Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dawson Point 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.