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Esmeraldas South Harbor Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇪🇨Esmeraldas, ECOperational

Location & Light Range

About Esmeraldas South Harbor Lighthouse

This concrete skeletal tower, standing 9 meters tall, features white construction with a single red horizontal band. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The structure is a concrete post extended by a short skeletal tower, reaching a focal height of 14 meters. It is situated at the end of a broad quay that separates the north and south harbors within Esmeraldas, Ecuador. This navigational aid is located just 0.1 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the Esmeraldas harbor, marking the boundary between its north and south sections.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Esmeraldas
Country
🇪🇨Ecuador
Region
Esmeraldas
Sea Region
harbor of Esmeraldas, at the end of the broad quay between the north and south harbors
Latitude
0.9911°
Longitude
-79.6459°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete post extended with a short skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Esmeraldas(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
G3096.3
NGA No.
0280
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Esmeraldas South Harbor Lighthouse at night?+
Esmeraldas South Harbor displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Esmeraldas South Harbor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Esmeraldas South Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Esmeraldas at 1.7 NM to the NW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Esmeraldas South Harbor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Esmeraldas South Harbor 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 Esmeraldas South Harbor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Esmeraldas South Harbor 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.