Colombo Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Colombo Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower standing 10 meters tall was built in 1907 to mark the northern edge of Colombo's northern harbor entrance. It features a lantern and gallery, with the light positioned 13 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single red flash. Its geographic range extends to 11.3 nautical miles. The structure is situated 0.7 kilometers from the nearest port of Colombo.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the north side of the northern entrance to Colombo's harbor, warning ships about the breakwater with its continuous red light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1907

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Colombo(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F0791
NGA No.
27324
ARLHS No.
SLI-024

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇱🇰LK
Latitude
6.9607°
Longitude
79.8539°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Colombo Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse at night?

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Colombo Northeast Breakwater displays the characteristic F Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Which ports and harbors does Colombo Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?

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Colombo Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Colombo at 0.6 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Beruwala (30.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Is Colombo Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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Yes, Colombo Northeast Breakwater 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 Colombo Northeast Breakwater Lighthouse?

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What is the Colombo Northeast Breakwater lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at , LK. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.