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Punta Salinas Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇩🇴Baní, DOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Salinas Lighthouse

The Punta Salinas lighthouse is a 12-meter-high square pyramidal skeletal metal tower. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands and stands 30 meters above sea level. This active light emits a single white flash every 3 seconds, visible for 15.3 nautical miles. The structure is situated on a peninsula that shelters the entrance to the Bahía de Ocoa. Its nearest port is Bani, located 1.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into and out of the Bahía de Ocoa, a significant sheltered bay for local shipping and fishing.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Location

City
Baní
Country
🇩🇴Dominican Republic
Region
Peravia
Sea Region
peninsula sheltering the entrance to the Bahía de Ocoa
Latitude
18.2049°
Longitude
-70.5564°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
metal

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bani(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
J5470
NGA No.
14368
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Salinas Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Salinas displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Punta Salinas Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Salinas Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LAS CALDERAS at 2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Baní (13.6 NM ENE), Azua (17.8 NM NW), Puerto Viejo de Azua (18 NM WNW), Puerto Palenque (20.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Salinas Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Salinas 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 Punta Salinas Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Salinas 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.