Gibraltar Detached Mole ("C" Head) Lighthouse
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| Gibraltar Detached Mole ("C" Head) Lighthouse | |
| Location | |
| Location: | 36°8’33"N, 5°22’2"W |
| Characteristics | |
| Height: | 37 feet |
| Tower shape: | Square |
| Light: | Q.G. |
| Focal height: | 33 feet |
| Range: | 5 nautical miles |
| Admiralty No.: | D 2446 |
| History | |
| Information | |
| Owned by: | Port of Gibraltar |
The Gibraltar Detached Mole ("C" Head) Lighthouse stands at the north end of the Detached Mole, at the north entrance to Gibraltar Harbour.
Description
The light stands at the north end of the Detached Mole of Gibraltar Harbour, known as the "C" Head of the Detached Mole.[1] It comprises a square tower built of concrete, on piles, with a height of 37 feet. The light characteristic is a quick, flashing green light, and the range is 5 nautical miles. The focal plane of the light is 33 feet.
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References
- ↑ "Port of Gibraltar - Port Map". gibraltarport.com. Gibraltar Port Authority. http://www.gibraltarport.com/port_map. Retrieved 2 August 2012.
- Lighthouses of Gibraltar Rowlet; University of North Carolina