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Dakar Entrée Feu Vert Lighthouse

Oc Green 4s🇸🇳Dakar, SNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dakar Entrée Feu Vert Lighthouse

Also known as: Dakar Entrée Feu Vert (North Jetty)

Dakar Entrée Feu Vert is a 9-meter tall cylindrical tower located at the south end of the north breakwater in Dakar harbor. Painted white with a green top, it emits a single green occulting flash every 4 seconds. The light has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. This modern light became active by 2018, built next to an earlier skeletal tower that remains standing. The tower is situated 0.1 kilometers from the nearest port, Dakar.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels into Dakar harbor, a major maritime gateway in the region. Its presence helps define the safe channel, preventing collisions with the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc G 4s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Significant events: new light active by 2018, built next to an earlier skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dakar(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D3012
NGA No.
24408
ARLHS No.
SEN-005

Tower & Structure

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

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

Location

City
Dakar
Country
🇸🇳Senegal
Region
Dakar Region
Sea Region
Dakar harbor, at the south end of the north breakwater
Latitude
14.6789°
Longitude
-17.4206°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dakar Entrée Feu Vert Lighthouse at night?+
Dakar Entrée Feu Vert displays the characteristic Oc Green 4s. 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 Dakar Entrée Feu Vert Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dakar Entrée Feu Vert Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Dakar at 0.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include M'bao Terminal (2.6 NM NNE), Rufisque (8.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dakar Entrée Feu Vert Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dakar Entrée Feu Vert 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 Vert Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dakar Entrée Feu Vert 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.