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Point Perpendicular Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇦🇺New South Wales, AUInactive

Location & Light Range

About Point Perpendicular Lighthouse

The white concrete tower at Point Perpendicular was first lit in 1899. Standing 21.4 meters tall, its focal plane reaches 95 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 15 nautical miles. The light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. Its visibility is unobstructed between 231° and 028°, but it is partially obscured by the Cape St George and Beecroft Peninsula in other directions. The lighthouse is no longer operational, having been replaced by a skeletal tower in 1993.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is listed on the Commonwealth Heritage List and is believed to be the first in New South Wales constructed from precast concrete blocks.

Background
Point Perpendicular Light is a lighthouse located on Point Perpendicular, a point at the southern tip of the Beecroft Peninsula, in New South Wales, Australia. It marks the northern entrance to Jervis Bay. The historic lighthouse was active from 1889 to 1993 and is still present, though its future is unclear. It is believed to be the first lighthouse in New South Wales which was built of precast concrete blocks. The light was replaced in 1993 with a skeletal tower which is active.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
95m
Geographic Range
15NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1899
Heritage Status
listed on the Commonwealth Heritage List

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K2588
NGA No.
6504
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21.4m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower. Visible 231°-028°, Partially obscured 028°-231° beyond Cape St George and Beecroft Peninsula

Location

City
New South Wales
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-35.0942°
Longitude
150.8049°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Point Perpendicular Lighthouse at night?+
Point Perpendicular displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Point Perpendicular Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Point Perpendicular Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jervis Bay at 3.7 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Bomaderry (17.3 NM NNW), Ulladulla (22.5 NM SW), Oak Flats (32.7 NM N), Port Kembla (38 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Point Perpendicular Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Point Perpendicular 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 Point Perpendicular Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Point Perpendicular 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.