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Safi Môle des Phosphates Lighthouse

white 5s🇲🇦Safi, MAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Safi Môle des Phosphates Lighthouse

This metal square tower, standing 27 meters tall, rises from a waterfront building at the Safi Môle des Phosphates in Morocco. With a focal height of 57 meters, it offered a geographic range of 19 nautical miles. The lighthouse emitted a single long white flash. It was located on a pier within the port of Safi. The structure has been inactive since 2015.

Why it matters: The lighthouse served to guide ships navigating the specific pier in Safi's port, facilitating the transport of phosphates. Its deactivation in 2015 marks a change in navigational requirements or port operations.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
white 5s
Light Color
white
Interval
5s
Raw Code
L.Fl.W
Focal Height
57m
Geographic Range
19NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2015

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Safi(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
D2600.2
NGA No.
23212
ARLHS No.
MOR-046

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
27m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square tower rising from a waterfront building

Location

City
Safi
Country
🇲🇦Morocco
Region
Marrakech-Safi
Sea Region
Located on a pier in Safi, MA
Latitude
32.3048°
Longitude
-9.2466°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Safi Môle des Phosphates Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Safi Môle des Phosphates Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Safi at 0.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Nouveau Port Safi, Sidi Boudenyan (8.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Safi Môle des Phosphates Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Safi Môle des Phosphates 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 Safi Môle des Phosphates Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Safi Môle des Phosphates 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.