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Pointe Lapierre Lighthouse

Q W 10s🇭🇹Haiti, HTInactive

Location & Light Range

About Pointe Lapierre Lighthouse

Pointe Lapierre is a white, square masonry tower built in 1928. The lighthouse stands 97 meters above sea level. Its light displays a single white flash every 6 seconds. The geographic range of the light is 9 nautical miles. The structure is made of stone.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q W 10s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
97m
Geographic Range
9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1928

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5406
NGA No.
14228
Wikidata
Q61283383 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: White square masonry tower

Location

City
Haiti
Country
🇭🇹HT
Latitude
19.4545°
Longitude
-72.7677°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe Lapierre Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe Lapierre displays the characteristic Q 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 Pointe Lapierre Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe Lapierre Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gonaïves at 3.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include Baie de Saint-Marc (21 NM S), PORT DE PAIX (29.5 NM N), LABADIE (35.3 NM ENE), Cap-Haïtien (37 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe Lapierre Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Pointe Lapierre 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 Pointe Lapierre Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe Lapierre 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.