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Isla Alto Velo Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇩🇴Dominican Republic, DOInactive

Location & Light Range

About Isla Alto Velo Lighthouse

A white concrete tower, approximately 20 meters high, was built at Isla Alto Velo in 1915. This cylindrical structure features a gallery and stands on a focal plane of 163 meters. The light emitted white, red, and green flashes in a cycle of 3 seconds. Its geographic range was noted as 5 nautical miles. The station was established and first lit in 1915, but it is now inactive.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R.G. period 3s
Focal Height
163m
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1915

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5482
NGA No.
14388
ARLHS No.
DOM-007
Wikidata
Q106092306 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Location

City
Dominican Republic
Country
🇩🇴DO
Latitude
17.4778°
Longitude
-71.6415°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Alto Velo Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Alto Velo displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash 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 Isla Alto Velo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Alto Velo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Cabo Rojo at 26.8 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Alto Velo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Isla Alto Velo 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 Isla Alto Velo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Alto Velo 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.