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Rondeau West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rondeau West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Rondeau West Breakwater (Range Front)

A square, white concrete tower standing 9 meters tall was constructed in 1912. The focal height of its green light is 11 meters. This structure is situated at the extremity of the west breakwater, marking the entry point to Rondeau Harbour in Erieau on Lake Erie. Its light flashes green every 5 seconds. In 1947, the lighthouse was adapted to serve as the front light for the entrance range, a role it continues to fulfill. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: As the front light of the entrance range, this structure provides precise alignment for vessels entering Rondeau Harbour, helping them avoid surrounding shoals.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1912

Significant events: Became the front light of the entrance range in 1947

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square pyramidal white concrete tower; there is a small gallery but no lantern

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
End of the west breakwater at the entrance to Rondeau Harbour in Erieau
Latitude
42.2535°
Longitude
-81.9094°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Leamington(33.7 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-623
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rondeau West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Rondeau West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Rondeau West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rondeau West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Erieau at 0.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include PORT GLASGOW & (20.2 NM NE), Lakeshore (23.5 NM WNW), LUKEN INC (23.8 NM W), Leamington (33.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rondeau West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rondeau West Breakwater 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 Rondeau West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rondeau West Breakwater 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.