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Cap Dame Marie Lighthouse

Oc White 5s🇭🇹Commune Dame-Marie, HTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cap Dame Marie Lighthouse

This skeletal white concrete tower stands 5 meters tall on a white concrete base, situated at the extremity of Haiti's Tiburon Peninsula. Its focal plane is 37.5 meters above sea level, projecting a white light that flashes once every 5 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 16.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located near the commune of Dame-Marie in the Département de la Grande-Anse, marking the southwesternmost tip of the island nation. It serves vessels navigating the waters adjacent to this landmass.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is indispensable for marking the end of the Tiburon Peninsula, assisting ships in navigating the southwestern coast of Haiti and avoiding potential hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc W 5s
Focal Height
37.5m
Geographic Range
16.7NM

Location

City
Commune Dame-Marie
Country
🇭🇹Haiti
Region
Département de la Grande-Anse
Sea Region
End of the Tiburon Peninsula, the long southwestern peninsula of Haiti.
Latitude
18.6159°
Longitude
-74.4253°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: skeletal tower on a white concrete base

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jeremie(18.1 km)
Admiralty No.
J5376
NGA No.
14160
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cap Dame Marie Lighthouse at night?+
Cap Dame Marie displays the characteristic Oc White 5s. 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 Cap Dame Marie Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cap Dame Marie Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Jérémie at 18 NM to the E. Other ports served include Les Cayes (46.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cap Dame Marie Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cap Dame Marie 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 Cap Dame Marie Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cap Dame Marie 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.