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Great Inagua Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇧🇸Bahamas, BSOperational

Location & Light Range

About Great Inagua Lighthouse

Great Inagua Lighthouse was constructed in 1870 and first illuminated the same year. Its white tower reaches a height of 34 meters, with the focal plane situated at 37 meters above sea level. The light emitted is white, characterized by a flashing pattern. This structure offers a geographic range of 22 nautical miles, providing a significant visual aid.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
22NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1870

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4804
NGA No.
110-12360
Wikidata
Q59157350 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
34m
Tower Color
white

Location

City
Bahamas
Country
🇧🇸BS
Latitude
20.9335°
Longitude
-73.6744°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Great Inagua Lighthouse at night?+
Great Inagua displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes 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.
Which ports and harbors does Great Inagua Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Great Inagua Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Matthew Town at 1.1 NM to the NNW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Great Inagua Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Great Inagua 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 Great Inagua Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Great Inagua 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.