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Mehdya Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc (3) Green 12s🇲🇦Mehdya, MAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mehdya Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: Mehdia

This cylindrical lighthouse, built in 1917, stands 9 meters tall. It features an octagonal base with a lantern and gallery. Its operational focal height reaches 74 meters, providing a geographic range of 21.9 nautical miles. The light emits three green occultations every 12 seconds. It works in conjunction with a front light to create a navigational range for the Mehdya entrance, located near the port of Kenitra.

Why it matters: This rear range light is indispensable for safe navigation into the Mehdya entrance, providing the critical alignment needed to steer clear of shallow waters and other hazards within the channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) Green 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(3) G 12s
Focal Height
74m
Light Range
16NM (29.6 km)
Geographic Range
21.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1917

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kenitra(1.0 km)
ARLHS No.
MOR-044

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: octagonal cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Mehdya
Country
🇲🇦Morocco
Region
باشوية المهدية
Sea Region
Mehdya (Mehdia) Entrance, Morocco
Latitude
34.2589°
Longitude
-6.6606°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Mehdya Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 74 meters and a nominal range of 16 nautical miles (approximately 29.6 km), Mehdya Entrance Range Rear is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Mehdya Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Mehdya Entrance Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc (3) Green 12s — 3 green flashes every 12 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 Mehdya Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mehdya Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kenitra (ex Port Lyautey) at 4.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Salé (15.2 NM SSW), Rabat (16.2 NM SSW), SKHIRAT (30.2 NM SW), Souq Larb'A Al Gharb (42.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mehdya Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mehdya Entrance Range Rear 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 Mehdya Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mehdya Entrance Range Rear 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.