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Barra Do Dande Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇦🇴Angola, AOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Barra Do Dande Lighthouse

This masonry lighthouse, built in 1968, stands 20 meters tall. The cylindrical tower features red and white horizontal bands, topped by a blue lantern roof. Its light emits two white flashes every 10 seconds from a focal height of 63 meters. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 16 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 10s
Focal Height
63m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1968

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D5080
NGA No.
25572
ARLHS No.
ANO-017

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
masonry

Location

City
Angola
Country
🇦🇴AO
Latitude
-8.4692°
Longitude
13.3471°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Barra Do Dande Lighthouse at night?+
Barra Do Dande displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Barra Do Dande Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Barra Do Dande Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Barra do Dande at 5.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Luanda (18.4 NM SSW), BELLAS (27.1 NM SSW), Capulo (31.1 NM NNW), Ambriz (40.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Barra Do Dande Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Barra Do Dande 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 Barra Do Dande Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Barra Do Dande 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.