Wedge Island Lighthouse

Australia

Wedge Island Lighthouse is a lighthouse in the Australian state of South Australia located on Wedge Island at the entrance to Spencer Gulf.

It was first lit on 29 March 1911 and rebuilt in 1970 and is located on the highest point of the island. During the Second World War a radar station, with a staff of about 30, was operated at the lighthouse site.

Lighthouse Construction 1911 and rebuilt in 1970
Country Australia
Status publish
Light Character F l(2) W 15s.
Lighthouse Markings Concrete square tower with balcony and lantern
Management Body Ports Authority AMSA
Coastal Erosion Vulnerability 1
Coordinates -35.17413,136.4873
Other ARLHS AUS-203; Admiralty Q1870; NGA 8428.

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