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Mamei Northbound Range Front Lighthouse

F Green🇵🇦PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mamei Northbound Range Front Lighthouse

This square skeletal steel tower stands 15 meters tall and displays a white daymark with a black vertical stripe. It is located on the south side of the Panama Canal, approximately 3.8 kilometers from the nearest port. The structure emits a fixed green light, serving as a front range marker for northbound traffic. Access to the tower is restricted, as it is only reachable by boat and closed to the public to maintain operational integrity.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for guiding northbound vessels through the Panama Canal, providing critical alignment information to prevent groundings and ensure safe transit.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G

Location

Country
🇵🇦Panama
Region
Panamá Oeste
Sea Region
Panama Canal, located on the south side of the Canal.
Latitude
9.1089°
Longitude
-79.7758°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a black vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a white daymark with a black vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Panama Canal(3.8 km)
Admiralty No.
J6094.33.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mamei Northbound Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Mamei Northbound Range Front displays the characteristic F Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Mamei Northbound Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mamei Northbound Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PANAMA CANAL at 2.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Puerto Caimito (15 NM SSE), Rodman (15.2 NM SE), Balboa (15.7 NM SE), Ancon (15.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mamei Northbound Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mamei Northbound Range Front 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 Mamei Northbound Range Front Lighthouse?+
Mamei Northbound Range Front Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Mamei Northbound Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mamei Northbound Range Front 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.