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East Ironbound Island Lighthouse

Oc White 6s🇨🇦East Ironbound Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About East Ironbound Island Lighthouse

Built in 1871, the East Ironbound Island Lighthouse stands at 11 meters tall, with its focal height reaching 44.5 meters. The structure is a square cylindrical wood tower, painted white, topped with a red lantern and gallery. This tower rises from one end of a 1-1/2 story wood keeper's house. The light emits a white flash that is visible for three seconds followed by three seconds of darkness, completing its cycle every 6 seconds. The station was established in 1867, and the current lighthouse guides vessels navigating off the entrance to Mahone Bay in Nova Scotia. The Canadian Coast Guard manages the operational light.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is a rare and valuable example of mid-nineteenth century lighthouse design. Its location off the entrance to Mahone Bay provides guidance for maritime traffic entering and exiting the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc W 6s
Focal Height
44.5m
Geographic Range
17.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1871

Significant events: station established 1867

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hacketts Cove(9.9 km)
Admiralty No.
H3672
NGA No.
10092
ARLHS No.
CAN-164

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white, lantern and gallery red
Material
wood

Structure: square cylindrical wood tower with lantern and gallery, rising from one end of a 1-1/2 story wood keeper's house

Location

City
East Ironbound Island
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
off the entrance to Mahone Bay, at the highest point of East Ironbound Island
Latitude
44.4392°
Longitude
-64.0851°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify East Ironbound Island Lighthouse at night?+
East Ironbound Island displays the characteristic Oc White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does East Ironbound Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
East Ironbound Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chester at 8.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Hacketts Cove (10 NM NE), Lunenburg (10.4 NM WSW), Prospect (13 NM E), Cleveland (13.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is East Ironbound Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, East Ironbound Island 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 East Ironbound Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near East Ironbound 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.