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Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇭🇹Commune de Saint-Marc, HTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses Lighthouse

A skeletal tower painted white stands 12 meters tall in Haiti's Artibonite Department, part of the Gonaïves Area. Its light, visible for 15.1 nautical miles, emits a single white flash every 15 seconds. The focal height reaches 29 meters above sea level. Located in the Commune de Saint-Marc, this lighthouse is situated 7.7 kilometers from the nearest port. It is an operational aid to navigation in this region of the Caribbean.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids local fishing fleets and commercial traffic navigating the Gonaïves Bay and the Gulf of Gonâve, helping them avoid coastal hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Location

City
Commune de Saint-Marc
Country
🇭🇹Haiti
Region
Artibonite Department
Sea Region
Gonaïves Area, Artibonite Department, Haiti
Latitude
19.0458°
Longitude
-72.8216°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saint Marc(7.7 km)
Admiralty No.
J5404
NGA No.
14224
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Baie de Saint-Marc at 7.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Gonaïves (24.8 NM NNE), Lafiteau (33.9 NM SE), Lafito Port (34.5 NM SE), Petit Goâve (36.9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.