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East End Point Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇧🇸Bahamas, BSInactive

Location & Light Range

About East End Point Lighthouse

This white, square masonry lighthouse was built in 1800. The structure reaches a height of 26 meters, with the focal plane situated at 17 meters above sea level. Its light characteristic was a single white flash every 6 seconds, with a reported range of 8 nautical miles. The lighthouse is no longer operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1800

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4669
NGA No.
110-12112
Wikidata
Q136231506 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White square masonry building; 26

Location

City
Bahamas
Country
🇧🇸BS
Latitude
25.0326°
Longitude
-77.2597°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify East End Point Lighthouse at night?+
East End Point displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 East End Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
East End Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nassau at 5.8 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Clifton Point (15 NM W), San Andros (43 NM W), Harbour Island (44.1 NM NE), Harbour Island (44.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is East End Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
East End Point 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.
What shipping routes pass near East End Point Lighthouse?+
East End Point Lighthouse is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near East End Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near East End 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.