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Dixie Range Front Lighthouse

Oc Red/White/Green 6s🇨🇦Dorval, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dixie Range Front Lighthouse

Established in 1915, the Dixie Range Front light is an 8.5-meter concrete tower with a focal height of 7.5 meters. It is painted white with red bands at the top and bottom and is mounted on an octagonal concrete base atop a square concrete pier. The light displays a sequence of red, white, and green flashes every 6 seconds, covering a geographic range of 9.5 nautical miles. This structure marked a range 1069 meters southwest of its rear counterpart. In 2018, the original range light was updated and replaced by a Dixie Sector light.

Why it matters: This light ensures vessels remain within the designated shipping channel of the St. Lawrence River, aiding in the prevention of groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red/White/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red/White/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc R/W/G 6s
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
9.5NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1915

Significant events: Range light replaced by Dixie Sector light in 2018

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sainte-catherine(6.5 km)
Admiralty No.
H2518.4
NGA No.
5702

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red bands at the top and bottom
Material
concrete

Structure: round tower mounted on an octagonal concrete base on a square concrete pier

Location

City
Dorval
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
St. Lawrence River, marking a range 1069 m southwest of the rear light
Latitude
45.4212°
Longitude
-73.7458°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dixie Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Dixie Range Front displays the characteristic Oc Red/White/Green 6s. 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 red/white/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dixie Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dixie Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is DORVAL at 0.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include KAHNAWAKE (1.8 NM ESE), CHATEAUGUAY (2.6 NM S), Saint-Bernard (2.6 NM S), Pointe-Claire (3.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dixie Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dixie Range Front 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 Dixie Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dixie Range Front 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.