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Port Colborne Inner Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇦Port Colborne, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Colborne Inner Lighthouse

The Port Colborne Inner lighthouse was built in 1903 and first lit the same year. It is a square pyramidal tower measuring 13 meters in height, with its light positioned 15 meters above sea level. The structure is white with a red lantern and gallery and is attached to a one-story keeper's house. It emits a white flash every 10 seconds and has a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. This lighthouse stands at the northeast end of the T-shaped west breakwater, marking the entrance to the canal in Port Colborne. Although not accessible by land, it can be viewed from Lakeview Park.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for maritime traffic entering the Welland Canal from Lake Erie. Its unique position on a T-shaped breakwater makes it a notable landmark.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1903

Significant events: A support group, Friends of Port Colborne Lighthouses, has been organized to raise funds to preserve the town's two lighthouses

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Colborne(0.1 km)
USCG No.
7-6765
ARLHS No.
CAN-764

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red lantern and gallery

Structure: square pyramidal tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Port Colborne
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
northeast end of the T-shaped west breakwater at the canal entrance in Port Colborne, visible distantly from Lakeview Park at the end of Elm Street
Latitude
42.8673°
Longitude
-79.2510°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Colborne Inner Lighthouse at night?+
Port Colborne Inner 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 Port Colborne Inner Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Colborne Inner Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Colborne at 0.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Colborne (1 NM N), Welland (8 NM N), Lowbanks (9.8 NM W), NIAGARA PARKS (13.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Colborne Inner Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Colborne Inner 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 Port Colborne Inner Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Colborne Inner 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.