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Williams Island Lighthouse

Fl White 2.5s🇦🇺The District Council of Lower Eyre Peninsula, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Williams Island Lighthouse

A cylindrical white fiberglass tower, standing 6 meters tall, was built on Williams Island in 1963. The lighthouse is situated on the island's highest point, 52 meters above sea level, and emits a white flash every 2.5 seconds. Its light has a geographic range of 19 nautical miles. Williams Island lies off the south end of the Jussieu Peninsula in South Australia, near Proper Bay.

Why it matters: The light's placement on the island's high point aids mariners navigating the waters around Williams Island and the Jussieu Peninsula.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 2.5s
Focal Height
52m
Geographic Range
19NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1963

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Proper Bay(16.8 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1873
NGA No.
8676
ARLHS No.
AUS-203

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round (?) white fiberglass tower

Location

City
The District Council of Lower Eyre Peninsula
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
South Australia
Sea Region
Williams Island, off the south end of the Jussieu Peninsula, Australia
Latitude
-35.0279°
Longitude
135.9710°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Williams Island Lighthouse at night?+
Williams Island displays the characteristic Fl White 2.5s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Williams Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Williams Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Port Lincoln at 18.6 NM to the NNW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Williams Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Williams Island 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 Williams Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Williams Island 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.