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Barreiras do Prado Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 12s🇧🇷Prado, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Barreiras do Prado Lighthouse

The Barreiras do Prado lighthouse, a white square skeletal tower with a gallery, was built in 1955. Standing 22 meters tall, its steel construction houses a light with a focal height of 42 meters. Situated on a bluff about 3 kilometers north of Prado, it emits a white flash every 12 seconds. This navigational aid offers a geographic range of 17.4 nautical miles. While the tower is not open to the public, the site provides panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for coastal navigation near Prado, Brazil, and aids vessels approaching or departing the port of Caravelas, located 28 kilometers away.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
17.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1955

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Caravelas(28.0 km)
Admiralty No.
G0299
NGA No.
18184
ARLHS No.
BRA-119

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

Location

City
Prado
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Bahia
Sea Region
on a bluff about 3 km north of Prado
Latitude
-17.2872°
Longitude
-39.2220°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Barreiras do Prado Lighthouse at night?+
Barreiras do Prado displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 12s — 2 white flashes every 12 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Barreiras do Prado Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Barreiras do Prado Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Caravelas at 26.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include CARAVELAS (28 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Barreiras do Prado Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Barreiras do Prado 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 Barreiras do Prado Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Barreiras do Prado 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.