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Joanes Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇧🇷Salvaterra, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Joanes Lighthouse

Also known as: Joanes (Ponta da Guarita)

A square skeletal tower with a gallery, painted white, stands 17 meters tall. Its light is positioned 23 meters above the water, emitting a white flash every 10 seconds. Established in 1889, this structure marks Ponta da Guarita, a promontory on the west side of Baía de Marajó, south of Salvaterra. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks Ponta da Guarita, a promontory that could pose a hazard to shipping in the Baía de Marajó.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1889

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

Location

City
Salvaterra
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Pará
Sea Region
Ponta da Guarita, a promontory on the west side of the Baía de Marajó, south of Salvaterra.
Latitude
-0.8810°
Longitude
-48.5079°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Soure(9.1 km)
Admiralty No.
G0024
NGA No.
110-17564
ARLHS No.
BRA-060
Wikidata
Q28374877 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Joanes Lighthouse at night?+
Joanes displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Joanes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Joanes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Salvaterra at 7.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include SOURE (8.4 NM N), Soure (9.9 NM N), ICOARACHI (25.3 NM S), Cachoeira do Arari (27.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Joanes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Joanes 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 Joanes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Joanes 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.