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Proctor Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇦Area E (Balfour/Cottonwood Lake), CAOperational

The Proctor (2) Lighthouse is an active navigational aid in Canada's British Columbia region. This lighthouse emits a white flash every four seconds from a focal height of six meters above the water. The surrounding grounds are open for public access, though the tower itself is closed to visitors. Details regarding its construction year, the specific waterway it serves, or significant historical events are not readily available, suggesting further local research may be required to fully understand its past.

Why it matters: As an active light, Proctor (2) Lighthouse provides a reliable reference point for mariners navigating the local waters, enhancing vessel safety.

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM
City
Area E (Balfour/Cottonwood Lake)
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Latitude
49.6255°
Longitude
-116.9398°
Nearest Port
Garfield(156.8 km)

Structure: Proctor (2) Lighthouse is an active navigational aid situated in Canada. It emits a single white flash every four seconds, with its light originating from a focal plane six meters above the water. While the site surrounding the lighthouse is accessible to the public, the tower itself remains closed to visitors. The available information does not specify its construction date, the exact body of water it marks, or any particular historical events that shaped its past, leaving its broader narrative to local records or further exploration.

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Site open, tower closed
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How do mariners identify Proctor Lighthouse at night?+
Proctor displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Proctor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Proctor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Nelson at 16.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Kaslo (16.5 NM N), Nakusp (49.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Proctor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Proctor 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 Proctor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Proctor 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.