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Lotbinière Range Rear Lighthouse

F White🇨🇦Lotbinière, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lotbinière Range Rear Lighthouse

The Lotbinière Range Rear light stands as a cylindrical steel tower, 17 meters tall, with its light at a focal height of 41 meters. Established in 1871, the current structure was built in 1993, replacing an earlier skeletal tower from the late 1940s that succeeded an original light on a wood tower. This rear range light is positioned 868 meters south-southwest of its front light. It emits a steady white light, providing guidance for vessels navigating an upstream waterway. The structure features a square cylindrical skeletal design, and its geographic range is 17.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This rear range light is essential for maintaining the correct course on the waterway, working in conjunction with its front light to ensure safe navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
41m
Geographic Range
17.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1993

Significant events: Station established 1871, Original light on wood tower, Replaced by skeletal tower in late 1940s, Current tower built 1993

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Portneuf(5.8 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-1148

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower

Location

City
Lotbinière
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
An upstream range light located 868 m south southwest of its front light, guiding navigation on a waterway.
Latitude
46.6054°
Longitude
-71.9636°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lotbinière Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Lotbinière Range Rear displays the characteristic F White. 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 Lotbinière Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lotbinière Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bécancour at 25.4 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Saint-Tite (26 NM WNW), Trois-Rivieres (Three Rivers) (28.7 NM WSW), Saint-Romuald-d'Etchemin (31.3 NM ENE), Sillery (32.5 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lotbinière Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lotbinière Range Rear 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 Lotbinière Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lotbinière Range Rear 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.