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Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge Lighthouse

Oc (4) Red 12s🇸🇳Dakar, SNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge Lighthouse

Also known as: Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge (South Jetty)

Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge is a 9-meter cylindrical tower located at the end of the main jetty, marking the south side of the Dakar harbor entrance. The structure is painted white with a red top, and its focal height is 11 meters. It emits four red flashes every 12 seconds, with a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. The light is situated 0.4 kilometers from the nearest port, Dakar. An older, adjacent light structure suggests a history of evolving navigational aids at this location.

Why it matters: This light aids vessels entering Dakar harbor, a significant maritime hub for Senegal. Its position at the jetty entrance directly addresses navigational challenges for ships entering a busy port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (4) Red 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(4) R 12s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Lantern removed

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dakar(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D3013
NGA No.
24412
ARLHS No.
SEN-007

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red top

Structure: round cylindrical tower, painted white with a red top

Location

City
Dakar
Country
🇸🇳Senegal
Region
Dakar Region
Sea Region
Located at the end of the main jetty on the south side of the entrance to Dakar harbor.
Latitude
14.6714°
Longitude
-17.4216°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge Lighthouse at night?+
Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge displays the characteristic Oc (4) Red 12s — 4 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Dakar at 0.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include M'bao Terminal (3 NM NNE), Rufisque (8.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge 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 Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dakar Entrée Feu Rouge 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.