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Livingstone Channel Upper Entrance Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇦Grosse Ile Township, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Livingstone Channel Upper Entrance Lighthouse

A cylindrical steel tower, painted white with red trim, stands on a square crib with an attached workroom. This structure was built in 1980 and first lit the same year. It emits a white light with a characteristic of one white flash every 10 seconds. The light has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. Its focal height is 12 meters above the water. The original lighthouse at this site was overturned by the freighter E.J. Kulas in September 1952.

Why it matters: This light is indispensable for safe passage through the Livingstone Channel, a critical navigational artery for commercial shipping north of Amherstburg. Its presence ensures vessels can accurately navigate the upper entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1980

Significant events: original lighthouse overturned by freighter E.J. Kulas in September 1952

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Amherstburg(2.4 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-1038

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
steel

Structure: A round cylindrical steel tower, painted white with red trim, rises from the center of a 1-story workroom mounted on a square crib.

Location

City
Grosse Ile Township
Country
🇨🇦United States
Region
Michigan
Sea Region
Livingstone Channel, in the river north of Amherstburg
Latitude
42.1345°
Longitude
-83.1250°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Livingstone Channel Upper Entrance Lighthouse at night?+
Livingstone Channel Upper Entrance displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Livingstone Channel Upper Entrance Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Livingstone Channel Upper Entrance Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Amherstburg at 2.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Grosse Ile (3 NM SSW), GIBRALTAR (3.6 NM SW), PANTHER (4.6 NM NNW), LAKE ERIE METRO PARK (5.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Livingstone Channel Upper Entrance Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Livingstone Channel Upper Entrance 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 Livingstone Channel Upper Entrance Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Livingstone Channel Upper Entrance 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.