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Porto de Maceió Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 12s🇧🇷Maceió, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Porto de Maceió Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse, constructed of concrete and fiberglass, stands 15 meters tall. Its upper half is painted white, while the lower half is red. The structure features a round, barbell-shaped fiberglass tower with a small lantern, all mounted on a square concrete base. It emits a white light with three flashes every 12 seconds, visible for 13.2 nautical miles. Located on an elbow of the main quay at Maceió, Brazil, it is situated just 0.5 kilometers from the nearest port facilities.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering and departing Porto de Maceió, a key commercial port. Its position on the main quay's elbow helps mariners precisely identify the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Maceió
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Alagoas
Sea Region
Located on an elbow of the main quay at Maceió, Brazil.
Latitude
-9.6833°
Longitude
-35.7237°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
Upper half white, lower half red
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped fiberglass tower with a small lantern and mounted on a square concrete base

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Maceio(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
G0222.7.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Porto de Maceió Lighthouse at night?+
Porto de Maceió displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 12s — 3 white 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Porto de Maceió Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Porto de Maceió Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Maceió at 1.2 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Porto de Maceió Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Porto de Maceió 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 Porto de Maceió Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Porto de Maceió 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.