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Île Bouchard Range Front Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇦Saint-Sulpice, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Île Bouchard Range Front Lighthouse

The Île Bouchard Range Front light was established in 1902 on the southeast side of Île Bouchard, guiding vessels along a range line 934 meters southwest of the rear light. The current cylindrical steel tower stands 9 meters tall, with a focal height of 13 meters. It displays a continuous green light. The tower is orange with a black vertical stripe on the range line, aiding daytime identification. This structure replaced an earlier light that consisted of a square platform supported by four steel piles.

Why it matters: This range front light provides precise directional guidance, preventing groundings or collisions in potentially hazardous areas.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1902

Significant events: station established 1902, earlier light was a square platform supported by four steel piles

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Contrecoeur(5.6 km)
Admiralty No.
H2480
NGA No.
5388
ARLHS No.
CAN-1093

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
orange with a black vertical stripe on the range line
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower

Location

City
Saint-Sulpice
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
On the southeast side of Île Bouchard, 934 m southwest of the rear light, guiding vessels along a range line.
Latitude
45.7989°
Longitude
-73.3445°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Île Bouchard Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Île Bouchard Range Front displays the characteristic F Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Île Bouchard Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Île Bouchard Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Verchères at 1.9 NM to the S. Other ports served include Contrecoeur (7.9 NM NE), Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu (9.7 NM SE), Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan (10.5 NM WNW), Pointe-aux-Trembles (10.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Île Bouchard Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Île Bouchard Range Front 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 Île Bouchard Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Île Bouchard Range Front 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.