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Île Plate Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇨🇦Northeastern Québec, CAInactive

Location & Light Range

About Île Plate Lighthouse

This hexagonal concrete tower was built in 1913 and first lit the same year. Standing 30 meters tall, it displays a white light with a characteristic of one white flash every 15 seconds. The tower itself is painted white, topped with a red lantern. It is situated on an island in the northeastern part of Québec, within the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, south of Saint-Augustin. The structure has been inactive since 1979, and its keeper's houses have been demolished.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1913

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H1894
NGA No.
2840
ARLHS No.
CAN-242

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white, lantern red
Material
concrete

Location

City
Northeastern Québec
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
50.7549°
Longitude
-58.7635°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Île Plate Lighthouse at night?+
Île Plate displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Île Plate Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Île Plate Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Saint-Augustin at 29 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Île Plate Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Île Plate 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 Île Plate Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Île Plate 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.