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Fort Amherst Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇨🇦Southeastern Newfoundland, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fort Amherst Lighthouse

This white lighthouse stands 40 meters tall with a focal height of 40 meters. It emits a white flash, providing a geographic range of 17 nautical miles. The structure is located in Southeastern Newfoundland.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has heritage status.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17NM

Construction & History

Heritage Status
heritage lighthouse

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0458
NGA No.
H 0458
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Wikidata
Q28375024 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40.1m
Tower Color
white

Location

City
Southeastern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
47.5634°
Longitude
-52.6804°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fort Amherst Lighthouse at night?+
Fort Amherst displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Fort Amherst Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort Amherst Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint-John's at 2.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Portugal Cove (8 NM WNW), Bay Bulls (15.1 NM SSW), Holyrood (21.3 NM WSW), Avondale (22.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort Amherst Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fort Amherst 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 Fort Amherst Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fort Amherst 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.