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Ash Sharma Range Rear Lighthouse

🇸🇦SAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ash Sharma Range Rear Lighthouse

This cylindrical skeletal tower, standing 20 meters high, carries a slatted daymark. It guides vessels approaching the petroleum port of Ash Sharma, located on Saudi Arabia's northwestern coast. The tower is positioned approximately 300 meters northwest of the main pier. It functions with a front light to create a range, helping mariners maintain the correct course into the harbor. The light emits a quick-flashing white signal.

Why it matters: This range system is indispensable for ships navigating the approach to the Ash Sharma petroleum port, supporting the safe transit of commercial vessels.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: square or triangular cylindrical skeletal tower carrying a slatted daymark

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dhuba(42.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D7298.321
NGA No.
30469.7

Location

Country
🇸🇦SA
Latitude
27.9275°
Longitude
35.2762°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Ash Sharma Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ash Sharma Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Al Khuraibah at 9.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Neom (26.1 NM SE), Port of NEOM (26.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ash Sharma Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ash Sharma Range Rear 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 Ash Sharma Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ash Sharma Range Rear 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.