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Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇮🇹Licata, ITOperational

Location & Light Range

About Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm Lighthouse

The Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm lighthouse is an 11-meter cylindrical concrete tower located at the end of Licata's original west breakwater. Its upper third is painted red, with the lower two-thirds white. The structure includes a lantern and gallery. This operational lighthouse emits a red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. It stands within the newer, larger outer breakwater that now encloses the older breakwater system.

Why it matters: This light is essential for defining the inner harbor layout of Licata, aiding mariners in distinguishing the original west breakwater from the newer outer structures and ensuring safe passage into the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Licata
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Region
Sicily
Sea Region
Located at the end of the original west breakwater of Licata, now inside the newer outer breakwater.
Latitude
37.0887°
Longitude
13.9385°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
Upper third red, lower 2/3 white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Licata(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
E1906
NGA No.
10136
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm Lighthouse at night?+
Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Licata at 0.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Gela (15.1 NM E), Porto Empedocle (22.8 NM WNW), Scoglitti (26.2 NM ESE), Marina di Ragusa (34.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm 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.
What shipping routes pass near Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm Lighthouse?+
Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Licata Diga Antemurale Inner Arm 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.