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Managing Organization:
Canadian Coast Guard
Notes:
In February 2014 the lighthouse was destroyed by a fire of suspicious origin. Tower Height: 38 Height of Focal Plane: 84 Characteristic and Range: Fixed white, visible for 13 nautical miles. Description of Tower: White conical tower with red octagonal lantern.
This light is not operational
Earlier Towers?
1874: White, square, wooden tower, with dwelling attached. 1989: Fiberglass tower. Date Established: 1874 Fog Signal: Automated horn, six second blast every 60 seconds. Current Use: Active aid to navigation. Open To Public? Grounds only. Directions:
At Highway 105 the Bras d'Or Lakes Scenic Drive turns left across a bridge. Just after crossing the bridge, a right turn off Highway 105 leads to the Point Aconi Lighthouse. Keepers: J. G. Mitchell (1965-1972), Paul Cranford (c. 1976).
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