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Salvador South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇧🇷Salvador, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Salvador South Breakwater Lighthouse

A red, cylindrical fiberglass tower stands 6 meters tall at the end of Salvador's south breakwater. The light has a focal height of 10 meters and emits a red flash every 3 seconds. This structure replaced an earlier hexagonal pyramidal concrete tower. The tower is located about 6 kilometers north of the Farol da Barra and 0.7 kilometers from the port of Salvador. Its geographic range is 10.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This light marks the extremity of the south breakwater, preventing vessels from colliding with the structure and ensuring clear access to Salvador's port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Original light was a hexagonal pyramidal concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Salvador(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
G0246
NGA No.
18036
USCG No.
BR-1488

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped red fiberglass tower

Location

City
Salvador
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Bahia
Sea Region
End of the breakwater, about 6 km north of the Farol da Barra, Brazil
Latitude
-12.9684°
Longitude
-38.5203°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Salvador South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Salvador South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Salvador South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Salvador South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Salvador at 0.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Itaparica (6.4 NM WNW), Aratu Pt / Candeias (11.3 NM N), Madre de Deus (14.3 NM NNW), Maragogipe (26.2 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Salvador South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Salvador South Breakwater 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 Salvador South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Salvador South Breakwater 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.