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Keppel Island Lighthouse

Fl W 16s🇨🇦Northwestern Newfoundland, CAInactive

Location & Light Range

About Keppel Island Lighthouse

The former lighthouse on Keppel Island, located in Northwestern Newfoundland, had a focal height of 37 meters. It projected a white light with a single flash every 15 seconds, providing a geographic range of 17 nautical miles. This aid to navigation is no longer operational. Its tower structure is not detailed in available records.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 16s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
16s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
17NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0156
NGA No.
2668
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Location

City
Northwestern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
50.6293°
Longitude
-57.3221°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Keppel Island Lighthouse at night?+
Keppel Island displays the characteristic Fl W 16s — 1 white flash every 16 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 Keppel Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Keppel Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Daniels Harbour at 25.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Cow Head (47.2 NM SSW), Blanc Sablon (47.6 NM N), Roddickton (47.7 NM ENE), Jackson Arm (50 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Keppel Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Keppel Island 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.
How can I track vessels near Keppel Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Keppel 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.