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Damietta Lighthouse

Fl G 10s🇪🇬Egypt, EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Damietta Lighthouse

The Damietta lighthouse is a green concrete tower standing 39 meters tall. It was built and first lit in 1992. The focal height of the light is 14 meters. Its geographic range is 8 nautical miles. The light emits a single green flash every 10 seconds.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.G. period 10s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1992

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N6158
NGA No.
21312
Wikidata
Q115161259 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: Green concrete tower; 33

Location

City
Egypt
Country
🇪🇬EG
Latitude
31.5274°
Longitude
31.8439°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Damietta Lighthouse at night?+
Damietta displays the characteristic Fl G 10s — 1 green flash every 10 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 Damietta Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Damietta Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dumyat (Damietta) at 5.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Marsa Egyptian Propylene & Polypropylene (20.8 NM SE), Port Said (29.8 NM SE), Port Said East (32 NM SE), Al Amriyah (45 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Damietta Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Damietta 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.
What shipping routes pass near Damietta Lighthouse?+
Damietta Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Damietta Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Damietta 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.