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Fort William Lighthouse

Not specified🇬🇭Ghana, GHInactive

Location & Light Range

About Fort William Lighthouse

Fort William Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Ghana, GH. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal.

Position: Fort William Lighthouse is positioned at 5.1080°N, 1.2444°W, near Ghana in GH.

Geographic context: Fort William Lighthouse is located in the Northern and Western hemisphere. The location falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round.

Nearby lighthouses in GH: Other lighthouses in the region include Accra, Bobowasi Island, Cape St. Paul, Cape Three Points, Chemu. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Saltpond

GHSPD

12.9 NMENE

Sekondi

GHSEK

28.9 NMWSW

Takoradi

GHTKD

32.5 NMWSW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Not specified
Flash Type
—
Light Color
—
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
—
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Ghana
Country
🇬🇭GH
Latitude
5.1080°
Longitude
-1.2444°

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Flag
Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Fort William Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort William Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Saltpond at 12.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Sekondi (28.9 NM WSW), Takoradi (32.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort William Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Fort William Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Fort William Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fort William 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.