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Sidi Mesbah Lighthouse

Occ White 6s🇲🇦Haouzia, MAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sidi Mesbah Lighthouse

Completed in 1921, Sidi Mesbah Lighthouse is a 18-meter cylindrical masonry tower with white and yellow trim. It stands about 6.5 kilometers east of Al Jadida, offering a view from the A-5 expressway. The lighthouse emits an occulting white light every 6 seconds, with a focal height of 50 meters. Its construction material is masonry, and it features a lantern and gallery. The facility has been inactive since 2021. While the tower is closed to visitors, the site remains open.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's distinctive square cylindrical masonry tower represents a specific architectural style for coastal aids to navigation in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ White 6s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Occ W 6s
Focal Height
50m
Geographic Range
18.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1921

Significant events: Inactive since 2021

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with yellow trim
Material
masonry

Structure: square cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Haouzia
Country
🇲🇦Morocco
Region
Casablanca-Settat
Sea Region
about 6.5 km (4 mi) east of Al Jadida; there is a view from the A-5 expressway to the south
Latitude
33.2439°
Longitude
-8.4366°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
El Jadida(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D2584
NGA No.
23148
ARLHS No.
MOR-037
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sidi Mesbah Lighthouse at night?+
Sidi Mesbah displays the characteristic Occ White 6s. 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 Sidi Mesbah Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sidi Mesbah Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is El Jadida at 3.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Jorf Lasfar (12.2 NM SW), Casablanca (47.3 NM ENE), Roches Noires (48.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sidi Mesbah Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sidi Mesbah 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 Sidi Mesbah Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sidi Mesbah 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.