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Fort Fincastle Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇧🇸Bahamas, BSOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fort Fincastle Lighthouse

Fort Fincastle Lighthouse, constructed in 1928, rises 40 meters high. Its light is situated at a focal height of 67 meters above sea level. The characteristic of the light is a single white flash occurring every 5 seconds. This facility remains operational, serving navigational needs.

Why it matters: This lighthouse offers a geographic range of 28 nautical miles.

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
67m
Geographic Range
28NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1928

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4654
NGA No.
12080
Wikidata
Q59134413 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m

Location

City
Bahamas
Country
🇧🇸BS
Latitude
25.0731°
Longitude
-77.3377°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fort Fincastle Lighthouse at night?+
Fort Fincastle 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 Fort Fincastle Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort Fincastle Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nassau at 0.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Clifton Point (11.5 NM WSW), San Andros (38.7 NM W), Harbour Island (46 NM NE), Harbour Island (46 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort Fincastle Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fort Fincastle 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.
What shipping routes pass near Fort Fincastle Lighthouse?+
Fort Fincastle 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 Fort Fincastle Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fort Fincastle 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.