Lazaretto Cairn Lighthouse
Lazaretto Cairn Lighthouse guides vessels westward on their approach to Kingston Harbour.[1] It appears to be a historic daybeacon converted to a lighted aid.[1] It is located on a bluff on the west side of the harbour entrance, opposite Port Royal.[1] It provides the rear light of the Rackhams Cay Range.[1] Its ground is maintained by the Port Authority of Jamaica, an agency of the Ministry of Transport and Works.[1]
| Location | Portmore St Catherine Jamaica[1] |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 17.936031°N 76.873970°W[2] |
| Tower | |
| Foundation | masonry basement |
| Construction | masonry tower |
| Height | 30 feet (9.1 m) approx.[1] |
| Shape | solid triangular pyramidal tower[1] |
| Markings | white towerr[1] |
| Light | |
| First lit | unknown[1] |
| Focal height | 92 feet (28 m)[1] |
| Characteristic | Fl W 3s.[1] |
See also
References
- Rowlett, Russ (2008-10-20). "Lighthouses of Jamaica". The Lighthouse Directory. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
- UK Directorate of Overseas Surveys 1:50,000 map of Jamaica (12 sheets), 1958-1973.
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