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Gangavarem Range Front Lighthouse

Q White🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gangavarem Range Front Lighthouse

A square pyramidal skeletal steel tower, 14 meters in height, was erected in 2009 to serve as the Gangavarem Range Front light. Painted white, this structure stands 17.98 meters above sea level. It is situated within the Vizag Steel plant, south of the Dolphin's Nose headland. The lighthouse emits a quick white flash, providing a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The nearest port is Gangavaram, 1.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering the Vizag Steel plant's port, a significant industrial center. As part of a range system, it assists in precisely aligning ships within a busy industrial waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Q W
Focal Height
17.9832m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gangavaram(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F0969.2
NGA No.
27010

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower, painted white

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Andhra Pradesh
Sea Region
located in the huge Vizag Steel plant on the south side of the Dolphin's Nose
Latitude
17.6247°
Longitude
83.2292°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gangavarem Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Gangavarem Range Front displays the characteristic Q 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 Gangavarem Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gangavarem Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Gangavaram at 0.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Vizagapatanam (3.5 NM N), Visakhapatnam (5.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gangavarem Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gangavarem Range Front 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 Gangavarem Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gangavarem Range Front 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.