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Escravos River Island Mole Lighthouse

F White🇳🇬NGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Escravos River Island Mole Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a 25-meter square skeletal tower located just offshore of the north bank of the Escravos River in Nigeria. Its light has a focal height of 25 meters and emits a white flash. The tower stands 0.2 kilometers from the nearest port, Escravos, and provides a geographic range of 14.3 nautical miles. The structure is situated near a large Chevron oil and gas terminal, an area characterized by significant maritime traffic supporting energy operations.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is indispensable for the safe navigation of the Escravos River, marking the north bank for oil tankers and supply vessels serving the Chevron terminal, thus contributing to the safety of Nigeria's petroleum industry.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

Country
🇳🇬Nigeria
Region
Delta State
Sea Region
Located just offshore of the north bank of the Escravos River, Nigeria, near a large Chevron oil and gas terminal.
Latitude
5.6089°
Longitude
5.2001°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: square skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Escravos(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D3910.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Escravos River Island Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Escravos River Island Mole displays the characteristic F White. 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 Escravos River Island Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Escravos River Island Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Escravos at 0.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include UKPOKOITI TERMINAL (23.3 NM WNW), Burutu (24 NM SE), Ado (26.6 NM S), Forcados (26.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Escravos River Island Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Escravos River Island Mole 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 Escravos River Island Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Escravos River Island Mole 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.