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Buchanan Main Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 3s🇱🇷Liberia, LRInactive

Location & Light Range

About Buchanan Main Breakwater Lighthouse

The Buchanan Main Breakwater light is housed in a 9-meter green tower. Its focal height reaches 9.5 meters above the water. The light emits a green color with a flashing characteristic. Its geographic range is 3 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
9.5m
Geographic Range
3NM

Location

City
Liberia
Country
🇱🇷LR
Latitude
5.8572°
Longitude
-10.0603°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Color
green

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D3112.4
NGA No.
24740
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Buchanan Main Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Buchanan Main Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl G 3s — 1 green flash every 3 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Buchanan Main Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Buchanan Main Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Buchanan at 0.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include Grand Bassa (0.7 NM NNW), Lower Buchanan (0.7 NM NNW), River Cess (36.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Buchanan Main Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Buchanan Main Breakwater Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Buchanan Main Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Buchanan Main Breakwater 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.