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Ogden Point Breakwater Light Lighthouse

Q R 10s🇨🇦British Columbia, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ogden Point Breakwater Light Lighthouse

This white framework tower was constructed in 1916. Standing 7 meters tall, its focal height reaches 12 meters. The structure is made of masonry. Ogden Point Breakwater Light emits a quick flashing red signal. It has been operational since its initial lighting in 1916.

Why it matters: The light has a geographic range of 9 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q R 10s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Q.R.
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1916

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G5312
NGA No.
13708
Wikidata
Q109799478 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White framework tower; 26

Location

City
British Columbia
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
48.4135°
Longitude
-123.3938°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ogden Point Breakwater Light Lighthouse at night?+
Ogden Point Breakwater Light displays the characteristic Q R 10s — 1 red flash every 10 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ogden Point Breakwater Light Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ogden Point Breakwater Light Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Victoria at 0.8 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Esquimalt (1.9 NM NW), Bamberton (9.5 NM NNW), Brentwood Bay (10.2 NM NNW), Sooke (10.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ogden Point Breakwater Light Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ogden Point Breakwater Light 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.
What shipping routes pass near Ogden Point Breakwater Light Lighthouse?+
Ogden Point Breakwater Light Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ogden Point Breakwater Light Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ogden Point Breakwater Light 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.