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Mazatlán West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 5s🇲🇽Northwest Coast, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mazatlán West Breakwater Lighthouse

This green metal tower stands 16 meters tall on the Northwest Coast. Its focal height is also 16 meters, giving it a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. The structure is round and painted red. It emits a green flashing light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Northwest Coast
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
23.1796°
Longitude
-106.4205°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
metal

Structure: Green metal tower; 52

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G3507
NGA No.
14976
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mazatlán West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Mazatlán West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl G 5s — 1 green flash every 5 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. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Mazatlán West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mazatlán West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Puerta at 12.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Mazatlan (13.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mazatlán West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mazatlán West Breakwater 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 Mazatlán West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mazatlán West Breakwater 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.