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Madh Lighthouse

Fl White 2s🇮🇳Mumbai, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Madh Lighthouse

Also known as: Madh (Vesava)

The Madh Lighthouse stands on a concrete tower that is 15 meters tall, with its light positioned 14 meters above sea level. This cylindrical, unpainted concrete structure features two stages and emits a white flash every 2 seconds. Located on a rocky point north of Mahd Creek, it marks the northwestern edge of Salsette Island. The lighthouse's geographic range extends to 11.6 nautical miles. Visitors can access the site, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating coastal waters and entering Mahd Creek, helping to mark a rocky point and ensure safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl W 2s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Mumbai
Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Maharashtra
Sea Region
rocky point north of Mahd Creek, in the Mira Bhayandar area of northwestern Salsette Island
Latitude
19.1524°
Longitude
72.7797°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mumbai(10.3 km)
Admiralty No.
F0500
NGA No.
28052

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
concrete tower
Material
concrete

Structure: round 2-stage unpainted concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Madh Lighthouse at night?+
Madh displays the characteristic Fl White 2s. 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 Madh Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Madh Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Thane at 11 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Mumbai (ex Bombay) (13.4 NM SSE), Nhava Sheva (Jawaharlal Nehru) (15.4 NM SE), Nhave (16.1 NM SE), Uran (18.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Madh Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Madh 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 Madh Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Madh 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.