Point Prim Lighthouse, Heritage lighthouse in Digby, Canada
Point Prim Lighthouse is a concrete tower standing at the entrance to Digby Gut in Nova Scotia. The square structure rises from a single-story base building and helps guide vessels through this narrow passage into the bay.
The site has held four different lighthouses since 1804, with the current concrete tower completed in 1964. This progression reflects how maritime needs and construction methods changed over more than 150 years of operation.
The lighthouse represents the connection between Nova Scotia residents and maritime activities, guiding vessels through the Bay of Fundy waters.
The tower reaches about 14 meters high and includes a fog signal system that operates across the surrounding waters. Its location at this narrow passage makes it an important landmark for boat operators and ship captains navigating the area.
The light displays its distinctive red and white color scheme, originally designed to mark the northern gateway to a narrow channel. This combination helps sailors recognize it easily even in challenging weather conditions.
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