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Ponta De São Marcos Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇧🇷Northern Brazil, BRInactive

Location & Light Range

About Ponta De São Marcos Lighthouse

This white cylindrical lighthouse, constructed of masonry, stands 26 meters tall in Northern Brazil. Its focal plane is 36 meters above sea level. The light emitted a single white flash every 10 seconds. The structure also housed a DGPS station and a radiobeacon.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
23NM

Location

City
Northern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-2.4882°
Longitude
-44.3023°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White cylindrical masonry tower; 26. 2 DGPS Station. Radiobeacon

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0084
NGA No.
17688
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ponta De São Marcos Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta De São Marcos displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Ponta De São Marcos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta De São Marcos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís at 5.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Itaqui Pt / São Luís (6.9 NM SSW), Sao Luis (6.9 NM SW), Alcântara (8.7 NM NW), SAO LUIS (11.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta De São Marcos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Ponta De São Marcos Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Ponta De São Marcos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta De São Marcos 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.