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Nord-Est Department Lighthouses Lighthouse

🇭🇹Commune Cap-Haïtien, HTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nord-Est Department Lighthouses Lighthouse

Also known as: Northeast

The Nord-Est Lighthouse stands as a skeletal quadrupod tower constructed from cast iron. Standing 22 meters tall, it is topped with a lantern, gallery, and an enclosed watch room. This structure is located approximately 1.6 kilometers from the nearest port at Cap Haitien. The lighthouse is operational and contributes to maritime safety in the Northeast Department of Haiti, a region along the Caribbean Sea.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides local fishing boats and small cargo vessels, helping them navigate hazards in the Northeast Department's waters and ensuring economic and social connectivity for the region.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
cast iron

Structure: cast iron quadrupod tower with lantern, gallery, and enclosed watch room

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cap Haitien(1.6 km)
ARLHS No.
HAI-004

Location

City
Commune Cap-Haïtien
Country
🇭🇹Haiti
Region
Département du Nord
Sea Region
Northeast Department, Haiti
Latitude
19.7831°
Longitude
-72.1906°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Nord-Est Department Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nord-Est Department Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cap-Haïtien at 1.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include LABADIE (3.2 NM W), Caracol (11.5 NM ESE), Fort Liberte (21.8 NM ESE), Manzanillo (25.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nord-Est Department Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nord-Est Department Lighthouses 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 Nord-Est Department Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
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